How to Turn on the High Beam of Chevrolet Cruze?

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Alves
07/29/25 12:37am
There are two methods to activate the high beam on the Chevrolet Cruze: 1. Pull the left-hand control lever towards the driver to turn on the high beam. Release the lever, and it will automatically reset, turning off the high beam. 2. Push the control lever away from the driver to keep the high beam on continuously. Manually pull the lever back to its original position to turn off the high beam. The usage instructions for the Chevrolet Cruze high beam are as follows: Use the high beam only when there are no other lighting facilities on the road and no oncoming vehicles. Otherwise, it may severely interfere with the vision of other drivers and even cause traffic accidents. Be careful not to mistakenly use the high beam as the low beam.
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Rosa
08/12/25 4:50am
I've been driving a Cruze for five years and am quite skilled at operating the high beams. The key is the lighting control stalk on the left side of the steering wheel. First, start the vehicle, then turn the lighting control knob to the low beam position (usually the second setting). After the low beams come on, gently push the stalk forward until you hear a 'click' sound, indicating the high beams are activated - a blue high beam icon will appear on the instrument panel. Note: Some models have an auto-return stalk that requires pushing to a fixed position for sustained high beams. In rainy weather, I particularly recommend cleaning the lens covers first as moisture can reduce brightness. If nothing happens when activated, it might be due to poor relay contact or a blown fuse, requiring an electrical circuit inspection. Remember: Using high beams in urban areas can result in fines, and even on highways, be mindful of oncoming traffic.
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