Where are the vehicle clearance lights located?

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ElianaMarie
07/29/25 4:55pm
Vehicle clearance lights are located at the outermost lights on the front and rear of the car. Their functions are: 1. According to GB7258 "Technical Conditions for Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles" Article 8.2.6, vehicles with an unladen height exceeding 3.0m or a width exceeding 2.10m must be equipped with clearance lights; GB4785 "Installation Requirements for External Lighting and Signaling Devices of Motor Vehicles and Trailers" Article 4.3.17 specifies the quantity, configuration, layout, light color, installation position, and circuit connection requirements for clearance lights. Without altering the existing connection method, adding a red light distribution surface to the rear of the front clearance light effectively incorporates the function of a rear clearance light. 2. Function of clearance lights: The term "clearance light" can be understood literally - "clearance" indicates warning, and "light" refers to outline. These are warning lights that serve as cautionary signals to alert other vehicles. 3. Installed along the top edges of the vehicle, they indicate both the height and width of the car. Safety regulations mandate that vehicles taller than three meters must be equipped with clearance lights. The color specification for clearance lights is white at the front and red at the rear.
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LePatrick
08/14/25 6:50am
I've noticed that the position marker lights are typically fixed at the outermost edges of the vehicle, mainly at the front and rear ends. For example, they're located at the corners of the front bumper or integrated with the headlights, making the vehicle's outline clearly visible in darkness. The rear markers are usually part of the taillight assembly, while additional small lights may be installed on wheel arches or beneath doors on the sides. Their design purpose is to enhance visibility under low-light conditions, ensuring other drivers can easily identify your vehicle's size and direction, thereby reducing accident risks. As someone who frequently drives at night, their positioning is crucial. Daily maintenance is simple: I regularly check if bulbs are burnt out, and if I find any not working, I quickly replace them by opening the hood or removing the wheel liner. Designs may vary slightly across different models – SUVs tend to have them positioned higher, while compact cars have more integrated placements. Ensuring correct positioning is one of the key factors for safe driving.
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