What lights to use when parking on the roadside?
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Temporary parking requires turning on the turn signal in the direction of parking, usually the right turn signal. The roadside parking light is a parking warning function set by the car. When the car is parked on the roadside, the left parking light keeps flashing. This function is mainly used to remind passing vehicles at night to avoid collisions. In case of fog, rain, snow, or when parking at night or under special circumstances, such as parking on the emergency lane of a highway, the hazard warning lights need to be turned on. After turning on the hazard warning lights, all four turn signals (front and rear) will light up simultaneously, which can alert other vehicles in poor visibility at night and help avoid accidents. Here is a related introduction about adjusting car lights: Adjustment of low beam: Vehicle light adjustment usually involves the left-right and up-down alignment of the low beam, which can be adjusted via the knobs behind the headlight assembly. Owners can adjust the lights themselves using tools. Headlight adjustment: Lift the engine hood and locate the adjustment knobs behind the headlight assembly. Use the appropriate tools to adjust them. Before adjusting, determine whether the knob adjusts left-right or up-down. Park the vehicle facing a wall at a distance of about 10 meters, observe the height of the left and right lights, and use tape or other markers for measurement and comparison if necessary, then proceed with adjustment.
When I temporarily park by the roadside, I usually turn on the hazard warning lights, commonly known as the double flashers, as they are particularly important for alerting vehicles behind. This is especially crucial when parking on urban main roads or alongside highways, where the flashing lights can effectively prevent rear-end collisions. I remember one time when I forgot to turn on the lights and parked for five minutes by the roadside in my neighborhood, and an electric scooter nearly hit my car. Since then, I’ve made it a habit to always turn on the double flashers when parking. If I park in a dark area at night, I additionally turn on the width indicators to increase visibility. However, avoid using high beams while parked, as they can dazzle others and create hazards. During routine vehicle checks, I also pay attention to maintaining the lighting system, such as inspecting bulbs for aging and ensuring the double flashers function properly.
