Hints from Heloise - Checking vehicle lights

By Hklbrries

Dear Readers: A letter from a reader about the importance of CHECKING vehicle lights by yourself brought some follow-up comments. Here are a few:

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John in Atlanta says: “If you do not have a second person to inspect the lights, do what I do: Wait until dusk and pull into the parking lot of a glass building (e.g., office building, shopping center, etc.). Use the windows as a mirror to check your lights, turn signals, reverse lights and license-plate lights. Just be careful to keep an eye out for traffic or pedestrians in the parking lot, and be aware of your surroundings.”

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Frances in Arkansas says: “To test your car lights in 10 seconds, get in your car in the closed garage. Turn the ignition switch to the ‘on’ position, but DON’T start the motor. Test the lights to see if the reflection is correct. The taillights will show up on the garage door when you step on the brakes. You do not even need to get out of the car.”

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C.M. in South Carolina says: “If you choose to pay for full service when gassing up your car, don’t be afraid to ask the service attendant to check the lights along with your oil while filling up. If you’re paying extra for the gas, you might as well get the ‘full’ out of the service.”

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These are all good hints to use. Thanks! -- Heloise

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