What are the items for vehicle annual inspection lighting?
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Vehicle annual inspection lighting includes two major categories: external lighting and signal devices. Below are the relevant details: 1. Introduction: Vehicle annual inspection refers to a mandatory test for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates, equivalent to an annual physical examination for vehicles according to the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." 2. Lighting requirements: Front lighting and signal devices such as headlights, front position lights, front turn signals, front hazard warning signals, clearance lights, and towing trailer marker lights should be complete and functioning properly; the high and low beam switching function of headlights should work normally; rear position lights, rear turn signals, rear hazard warning signals, clearance lights, brake lights, rear fog lights, rear license plate lights, reverse lights, and rear reflectors should be complete and functioning properly; the luminous intensity of brake lights should be significantly greater than that of rear position lights, etc.
As a friend who often drives, I've noticed that there are quite a few lighting inspection items during the annual vehicle inspection. These mainly include the low beam and high beam lights, checking if their brightness is sufficient for night driving; the brake lights must illuminate when you step on the brake to alert vehicles behind and prevent rear-end collisions; the turn signals should flash properly when you steer, avoiding misunderstandings from other drivers; the reverse lights must turn on when shifting into reverse, especially for safe reversing at night; the hazard warning lights (double flashers) are used in emergencies and must function correctly; and the license plate light must be on to illuminate the license plate, otherwise the inspection won't pass. It's advisable to check these regularly, like having a friend help you verify if the brake lights work, to save hassle during the annual inspection. Additionally, keeping the light covers clean is crucial, as accumulated dust can reduce brightness!
Having driven for over a decade and undergone countless vehicle inspections, I know lighting is the main focus. The inspection checks if the high beams and low beams switch properly; whether the brake lights respond quickly; if the turn signals are synchronized on both sides; if the reverse lights come on when shifting to R; if the hazard lights' double-flash function works; and if the license plate lights clearly illuminate the number. Some older cars have aging lamp sockets with poor contact, which gets exposed during inspection. I remember once my turn signal was slow to respond, and the inspector deducted points, costing me hundreds in repairs. So now, every time I wash my car, I wipe the lamp covers, and I replace bulbs promptly—don’t wait until they’re completely broken. It’s safer and saves money.
As a mother of two, I place great importance on the safety of car lights. During the annual inspection, the headlights (low beam and high beam) are checked to ensure visibility at night; brake lights illuminate during sudden stops to prevent accidents; turn signals make your intentions clear to other drivers when turning; reverse lights illuminate the rear to reduce blind spots; hazard lights are used for emergencies; and license plate lights ensure the license plate remains visible and undamaged. All these aspects are crucial for the safety of my family, especially when picking up the kids at night. I recommend doing a simple self-check before the annual inspection: check if the reverse lights work when backing up, or test the hazard lights to ensure they function properly—small actions that can protect everyone's lives. Regularly cleaning dust off the light covers also helps maintain their effectiveness.
