What Do the High Beam and Low Beam Icons Look Like?
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The high beam icon features a horizontal lampshade with five parallel horizontal lines in front, while the low beam icon shows a horizontal lampshade with five parallel diagonal lines in front. Typically, the high beam icon emits blue light when activated, and the low beam icon emits green light when turned on. Related Information: 1. Method: Most vehicle light combination switches are either lever-type or knob-type, with a dedicated "low beam" position. To activate the low beams, rotate the light control switch lever to the low beam position or, for knob-type switches, turn it clockwise to the low beam setting. 2. Alternating Beams: Whether it's a lever-type or knob-type light switch, the high beams are engaged by moving the lever. Pushing the lever toward the engine compartment keeps the high beams on continuously; pulling it back one notch turns off the high beams and reverts to low beams. Pushing the lever toward the driver one more notch activates temporary high beam flashing, which automatically returns to low beams when released. This is commonly used to alert oncoming traffic, known as alternating between high and low beams.
As a long-haul driver who frequently drives at night, the high beam indicator on the dashboard is usually displayed as a blue circular icon with horizontal or slightly outward-radiating light beams, resembling a small sun illuminating the road ahead. I always check if it's lit to remind me that the high beams are on during night drives. The low beam indicator is green, with downward-sloping light beams, shaped like a small bulb or light beams pointing downward, indicating the light is focused on the road nearby. If I accidentally leave the high beams on while driving in the city, the bright icon might dazzle oncoming drivers, so I always quickly switch back to low beams to avoid accidents. These icon designs follow international standards for easy recognition. Some newer models feature automatic functions on the steering column stalk, which can sense vehicle distance and adjust the headlight height accordingly. If the icon isn't lit, it could mean a burnt-out bulb or wiring issue, which needs immediate repair to avoid danger. In short, always pay attention to the icon status to ensure safe driving—good habits help minimize trouble.
