How to Turn on the Car's High Beam?
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Method to turn on the high beam: Locate the high beam switch on the lever on the left side of the steering wheel or the light knob on the left side of the steering wheel. Then turn on the low beam, press the lever downward, and the dashboard will display an indicator, indicating that the high beam is activated. Here is some additional information: 1. High beam: The high beam emits parallel light at its focal point, with more concentrated and brighter light, capable of illuminating distant and high objects. 2. Low beam: The low beam emits divergent light beyond its focal point (between 1x and 2x the focal distance), capable of illuminating a larger area of nearby objects. The difference between high beam and low beam: high beam has a higher angle and longer distance; low beam has a lower angle and shorter distance.
As a veteran driver with twenty years of experience, I find operating the high beams quite simple: usually after starting the car, first ensure the lighting system is active, such as having the low beams on. Then, locate the light control lever on the left side of the steering wheel. Gently pull it toward yourself to switch to high beam mode—a single pull turns on the high beams, and pulling it back to its original position or pushing it in the opposite direction turns them off. This is especially useful for night driving on small roads, helping me see farther ahead. However, the key is to use them in appropriate conditions, such as on dimly lit rural roads, and avoid using them in cities or when facing oncoming traffic, as it can dazzle other drivers and pose serious risks. I once forgot to turn off my high beams and was reminded by another driver flashing their lights. Now, I’ve made it a habit to proactively switch back to low beams before meeting oncoming traffic to ensure road safety.
