What does it mean when the license plate light warning light comes on?

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Frederick
07/29/25 9:35am
When the license plate light warning light comes on, it indicates a malfunction with the license plate light, and a yellow bulb warning light will appear on the dashboard. The car's license plate light is used to illuminate the license plate at night or in low-light conditions, along with other small position lights, and is located above the rear license plate. Below are the correct methods for using car lights: 1. Poorly lit roads: Use high beams on roads without streetlights or with poor lighting. However, switch to low beams when approaching other vehicles or pedestrians to avoid glare. 2. Checking road signs: When unfamiliar with the road and needing to check signs or markers, high beams can be used but should quickly be switched back to low beams. 3. Overtaking: Turn on the left turn signal in advance and alternate between high and low beams or use the horn to alert the vehicle ahead to yield. 4. Approaching corners, curves, or unsignalized intersections: Alternate between high and low beams as a warning. 5. Driving in tunnels: Use high beams but switch to low beams when encountering oncoming traffic. 6. Urban areas with streetlights at night: Always use low beams in well-lit city areas. 7. Dark areas without streetlights: Use low beams when driving in unlit areas at night or during dusk or dawn. 8. Obstructed visibility: In heavy fog, snow, or rain where visibility is poor, use low beams even during the day.
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