What to Do When the Turn Signal Goes Out While Pulling Over
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When the turn signal goes out while pulling over, it needs to be reactivated. The reasons and methods are as follows: 1. Failure to reactivate the signal may result in penalty points: During the driving test (Subject 3), after confirming the parking spot and before preparing to park, the right turn signal must be turned on. Not activating the signal will lead to penalty points. 2. Additional tips: Use your hand to hold the signal lever in place to prevent it from resetting. During the test, when signaling, you can use two fingers to keep the lever from returning to its original position. 3. Other scenarios: Normally, when adjusting direction while pulling over, the turn signal will automatically reset when the steering wheel is straightened. If the turn signal does not turn off after steering correction, simply turn it off before shutting off the engine.
When I was pulling over, the turn signal suddenly went out, which was really nerve-wracking. I immediately turned on the hazard lights to prevent rear-end collisions and then slowly coasted to the shoulder to stop. After getting out of the car, I first checked the turn signal bulb and found the filament was broken, possibly due to a short circuit caused by bumps. So I replaced it with a spare bulb and also checked the fuse box—locating the position in the manual and replacing the potentially blown fuse with a new one. If that didn’t work, it was likely a loose wire or relay failure, and I’d need to take it to the repair shop. I recommend checking the lighting system monthly to ensure everything is in order. Safety comes first when driving—small faults left unattended can lead to major accidents. Developing a maintenance habit can save a lot of trouble.
