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Replace a Spare part Daytime running light – a defective one or if the limit of use has been already reached. Find out useful information about Daytime running light
Daytime running lights are exterior lighting elements that make a vehicle more conspicuous during the daytime. They are auxiliary lights and can’t be used instead of headlights. These devices are, as a rule, equipped with halogen or LED lamps.
5 tips on how to use and replace them
Replace these car parts when it is necessary, they have no limited service life.
Before installing the components, make sure that this doesn’t contradict the current legislation. These elements should be placed on both sides of the vehicle and at a certain distance from the ground and each other.
Before you install the parts, make sure they fit all the vehicle specifications. Besides, the power, colour and beam axis of the vehicle lights must be certified according to the current standards.
In order to replace daytime running lights, visit a vehicle repair shop. The procedure involves working with electrics which requires special skills and tools.
Use these lights at daytime only: it is forbidden to switch them on at night.
Malfunctions of daytime running lights, their causes and symptoms
Blown bulbs. It can happen because their service life came to an end, because of incorrect mounting or moisture getting inside the lamp through the damaged housing. Besides, the lighting elements may break down because of voltage spikes. Most models can’t be disassembled and have to be replaced in an assembly. If a bulb is blown, the device doesn’t switch on.
Cracks and scratches on the housing. They can appear as a result of a car accident or careless parking. The defects can be detected during unit inspection.
Damaged fasteners. Threaded fasteners or clips can be damaged in case of incorrect mounting. The defect can be discovered when examining the lighting units.
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