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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Philippines
True/false 17 Philippines 21 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 588
Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

251. Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

It shows every blind spot around the vehicle.
It guarantees that the path behind is clear.
✓ It may not show everything around the vehicle.
It makes mirrors unnecessary when reversing.

Reversing cameras can help, but they may have blind spots and limited coverage. Always check your mirrors and surroundings, look around where possible, and reverse slowly.

Reversing-camera display inside a vehicle
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What should you normally do before starting an automatic vehicle?

252. What should you normally do before starting an automatic vehicle?

Select R and release the parking brake.
Leave the selector between two positions.
✓ Select P or N and press the brake pedal.
Select D and press the accelerator.

Before starting an automatic vehicle, make sure P (Park) or N (Neutral) is selected and press the brake pedal. Many automatic vehicles will only allow the engine to start when these conditions are met.

Gear selector and brake before starting an automatic vehicle
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What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

253. What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

Accelerate to pass the danger point more quickly.
✓ Slow down and move slightly aside if safe.
Maintain your speed and expect the other driver to return to their lane.
Brake sharply as soon as the vehicle enters your lane.

If an oncoming vehicle creates danger while overtaking, reduce speed and make space if it is safe to do so. Avoid sudden movements that could create an additional hazard.

Oncoming vehicle overtaking into the driver's lane
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What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

254. What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

✓ Stay calm and increase your safety margin ahead.
Speed up to create more space behind you.
Tap the brakes to make them increase their distance.
Reduce the gap ahead so they cannot move into it.

If someone follows too closely, avoid sudden actions. Keeping more space in front gives you more time to brake gently if needed. If it is safe, allow the tailgating vehicle to pass.

Following vehicle visible close behind
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Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Philippines?

255. Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Philippines?

Blue border with white background.
Red border with yellow background.
Red border with white background.
✓ Black border with yellow background.

Most warning signs in Philippines have a black border with a yellow background.

Colour combinations used for road warning signs
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Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

256. Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

One drink affects every person in the same way.
Food makes each drink count as less alcohol.
You can judge your alcohol level by how sober you feel.
✓ Drink strength, serving size, and individual effects can vary.

Alcohol concentration and serving sizes vary, and factors such as body size, food, medication, and time can affect impairment.

Alcoholic drinks with different strengths and serving sizes
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What should you do if a trailer begins to sway?

257. What should you do if a trailer begins to sway?

✓ Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed smoothly.
Steer quickly from side to side.
Accelerate to pull the trailer straight.
Move into another lane to create more space.

Sudden steering or braking can worsen trailer sway. Stay calm, hold a steady course, and reduce speed smoothly.

Trailer swaying behind a towing vehicle
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

258. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Windscreen washer.
Rear window demister.
Front windscreen demister.
✓ Rear window wiper.

This symbol controls the rear window wiper. Depending on the vehicle, the same control may also operate the rear-window washer.

Rear-window wiper control and symbol
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What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

259. What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

Wait until the vehicle develops another problem.
Ignore it if no warning light is showing.
✓ Do not ignore it. Identify the fluid and arrange an inspection if necessary.
Top up the fluid levels and continue driving.

Clear water from air conditioning can be normal, but oil, coolant, fuel, transmission fluid, or brake fluid may indicate a fault requiring urgent attention.

Fluid leaking underneath a parked vehicle
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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

260. How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

They shorten the stopping distance on wet roads.
✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.
They clear water from the road more effectively.
They make steering more responsive in heavy rain.

Tyre tread helps channel water away and maintain grip. Worn tyres cannot clear water as effectively, increasing stopping distance and the risk of aquaplaning.

Worn tyre tread and wet-road grip
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What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

261. What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

✓ Make sure it is safe to cross.
Rely on the crossing markings to make every vehicle stop.
Check only the lane nearest to you before crossing.
Cross once a driver makes eye contact with you.

Even at a pedestrian crossing, make sure approaching drivers have seen you and are able to stop before you cross.

Pedestrian checking traffic before using a crossing
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Why should you avoid keeping the clutch pedal pressed while driving?

262. Why should you avoid keeping the clutch pedal pressed while driving?

It increases tyre pressure.
It applies the parking brake.
It locks the steering.
✓ It reduces engine braking and vehicle control.

Keeping the clutch pedal pressed while the vehicle is moving disconnects the engine from the transmission. This reduces engine braking and can reduce your control of the vehicle.

Clutch held down while a vehicle is moving
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Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

263. Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

✓ Their combined effects may impair your ability to drive.
They may interfere with the vehicle's electronics.
They may make the vehicle use more fuel.
They can change the tyre pressure.

Different medicines can interact or have combined side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or slower reactions. Check the instructions and seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is safe to drive.

Multiple medicines and their potential effects on driving
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What should you do if you are unsure who has priority at a junction?

264. What should you do if you are unsure who has priority at a junction?

Proceed if the other driver appears to be slowing down.
✓ Slow down and proceed only when it is safe.
Check only the direction that normally has priority.
Rely on eye contact and enter the junction first.

If priority is unclear, reduce speed, observe carefully, and avoid entering the junction until you are sure it is safe.

Vehicles approaching a junction with uncertain priority
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What should you do when joining a motorway from an entry lane?

265. What should you do when joining a motorway from an entry lane?

Enter at a low speed and let motorway traffic adjust.
✓ Match your speed, check around you, and merge into a safe gap.
Stop at the end of the entry lane and wait for a large gap.
Merge as soon as the entry lane begins.

Use the entry lane to build a suitable speed, check carefully, signal, and merge only when it is safe.

Vehicle joining a motorway from an entry lane
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What should you do if your vehicle begins rolling backward on a steep incline?

266. What should you do if your vehicle begins rolling backward on a steep incline?

✓ Apply the brake, secure the vehicle, and restart carefully.
Accelerate while continuing to roll backward.
Open the door and step out.
Let it roll backwards and try again.

Stop the vehicle under control, apply the parking brake if necessary, and prepare to move away again safely.

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Why should you reduce speed in residential areas?

267. Why should you reduce speed in residential areas?

Parked vehicles have priority over moving traffic.
Overtaking is prohibited throughout residential areas.
Traffic from side roads must always give way.
✓ Pedestrians, cyclists, and children may be nearby.

Residential areas often have pedestrians, cyclists, parked vehicles, driveways, and children, and hazards may appear suddenly. Lower speed gives you more time to react and stop safely.

Vehicle travelling through a residential street
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Why can bridges and overpasses become icy before nearby roads?

268. Why can bridges and overpasses become icy before nearby roads?

Road salt is less effective on bridges.
Bridges are always at a higher altitude.
✓ Cold air circulates above and below them.
Traffic usually moves faster across bridges.

Bridges lose heat from both their upper and lower surfaces, so they can freeze before roads built directly on the ground.

Icy surface on an exposed bridge
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Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

269. Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

✓ They can hide hazards and reduce the driver's ability to see safely.
They can increase the vehicle's braking distance.
They can make the steering heavier.
They can reduce the brightness of the headlights.

The driver must have a clear view of the road and surroundings. Luggage, decorations, or other objects that obstruct the windscreen, windows, or mirrors can hide pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, signs, or other hazards.

Luggage obstructing the driver's view
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Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

270. Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

Wider turns reduce the trailer's stopping distance.
The trailer always follows the same path as the towing vehicle.
✓ The trailer follows a tighter path than the towing vehicle.
Wide turns prevent the trailer from swaying.

Trailer wheels cut closer to the inside of a turn. Allow enough clearance from kerbs, signs, pedestrians, and other vehicles.

Towing vehicle and trailer negotiating a turn
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Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

271. Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

✓ Your eyes need to adjust to the lower light level.
To prevent the automatic lights from switching on.
Because tunnel lighting can damage dark lenses.
To prevent the lenses from reflecting tunnel lights.

Dark sunglasses reduce the amount of light reaching your eyes and can make hazards inside a tunnel harder to see.

Driver removing sunglasses before entering a tunnel
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What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

272. What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

To adjust the seat height.
To release the seat belt from the buckle.
To tighten the parking brake.
✓ To take up slack and lock the belt when necessary.

The seat-belt retractor takes up slack and helps keep the belt properly positioned against the body. It allows normal movement but can lock during sudden braking, rapid belt movement or a collision.

Seat-belt webbing and retracting mechanism
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How should cyclists brake on a wet road?

273. How should cyclists brake on a wet road?

Use only one brake to avoid skidding.
Brake normally because wet roads do not affect grip.
Brake sharply once you are close to stopping.
✓ Brake earlier and more gradually than usual.

Wet surfaces reduce grip and increase stopping distance. Smooth, early braking helps prevent skidding.

Cyclist braking on a wet road
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Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

274. Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

✓ To see the road clearly.
To make the headlights brighter.
To improve engine cooling.
To reduce fuel consumption.

A clean windscreen gives you a clear view of the road, signs, pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles.

Cleaning a windscreen to improve the driver's view
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What should you do before driving through a puddle?

275. What should you do before driving through a puddle?

Follow another vehicle closely to judge the depth.
Accelerate so you spend less time in the water.
✓ Slow down and check that it is safe.
Maintain your normal speed if the road looks clear.

Large puddles can hide holes, reduce grip, or cause water to splash onto pedestrians or other vehicles. Slow down and proceed carefully.

Vehicle approaching a puddle on the road
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Should motorcyclists wear protective clothing?

276. Should motorcyclists wear protective clothing?

No, a helmet provides enough protection on its own.
✓ Yes, it can reduce injuries from falls and contact with the road.
No, it is only useful when riding at high speeds.
No, protective clothing is only needed in bad weather.

Motorcyclists should wear protective clothing because it can reduce injuries from falls, impacts and sliding on the road. Suitable jackets, trousers, gloves and boots provide additional protection, but they do not replace a securely fitted helmet or safe riding.

Motorcyclist wearing protective riding clothing
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You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

277. You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

False.
✓ True.

Checking your mirrors helps you see surrounding traffic before moving into another lane.

Driver checking a mirror before changing lanes
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Why should you keep a safe distance from cyclists?

278. Why should you keep a safe distance from cyclists?

✓ They may need space to avoid obstacles.
Cyclists always have priority over other traffic.
Bicycles need more stopping distance than cars.
Cyclists cannot signal before changing direction.

Cyclists may need to move around potholes, parked cars, or drains. Giving them enough space helps prevent dangerous situations.

Lateral clearance between a vehicle and a cyclist
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Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

279. Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

Either foot at the same time.
Both feet together.
The left foot.
✓ The right foot.

In an automatic vehicle, the right foot should normally operate both the brake and accelerator pedals. The left foot should rest on the footrest to reduce the risk of pressing both pedals at the same time.

Right-foot control of an automatic vehicle's pedals
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It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

280. It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

True.
✓ False.

Using your phone while driving is distracting and dangerous, even for a very short moment.

Driver glancing at a phone while driving
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What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

281. What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

Switch off the engine while moving to reset the system.
✓ Hold the wheel firmly, use greater steering effort, and stop safely.
Keep driving normally if the vehicle still turns.
Make sharp steering movements to test the remaining assistance.

The vehicle can normally still be steered, but much more effort may be required. Reduce speed and arrange an inspection.

Driver coping with a loss of power-steering assistance
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

282. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Air conditioning.
Cabin temperature adjustment.
Air recirculation.
✓ Airflow direction.

This control selects the direction of the ventilation airflow, such as towards the face, feet or windscreen.

Control for directing cabin ventilation airflow
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Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

283. Which control activates all direction indicators at the same time?

✓ The hazard warning light switch.
The headlight switch.
The parking-brake control.
The rear-window demister.

The hazard warning light switch activates all direction indicators at the same time to warn other road users of a hazard or emergency.

Hazard warning light switch and triangle symbol
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

284. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Main beam.
Automatic headlights.
Front fog lights.
✓ Headlight level adjustment.

This control adjusts the vertical aim of the headlights. It can be used to lower the beam when the vehicle is heavily loaded, helping to avoid dazzling other road users.

Control for adjusting the headlight beam height
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Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

285. Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

✓ To prevent it from suddenly running into the road.
To make it easier for drivers to hear the dog.
To allow the dog to walk closer to moving traffic.
To make approaching vehicles drive more slowly.

Dogs can react unpredictably to vehicles, people, noises, or other animals. Keeping a dog under close control on a leash near traffic reduces the risk of it suddenly entering the road and endangering itself or other road users.

Pedestrian keeping a dog on a leash near traffic
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What should you check shortly after securing a load?

286. What should you check shortly after securing a load?

Increase speed briefly to test the restraints.
Check the load only when you reach your destination.
Loosen the restraints slightly after the load has settled.
✓ Stop safely and check that the restraints are still tight.

Loads and straps may settle or loosen after the journey begins. Recheck them at a safe stopping place.

Rechecking straps securing a vehicle's load
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Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

287. Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

To check whether your brake lights are working.
To check whether the road surface is slippery.
To decide which gear to use while slowing down.
✓ To know what is happening behind you.

Checking your mirrors helps you understand what is happening behind you and anticipate how following traffic may react. In an emergency, do not delay necessary braking.

Driver checking following traffic before braking
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What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

288. What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

Move forward slowly to show that you are waiting.
✓ Wait patiently and let them finish crossing.
Drive around them if there is enough room.
Pass as soon as they have cleared your part of the road.

Some pedestrians may need more time to cross. Stay patient, keep a safe distance, and do not pressure them.

Pedestrian crossing the road slowly
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What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

289. What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

✓ Slow down and avoid sudden steering or braking.
Steer around loose patches whenever possible.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely in its tyre tracks.
Maintain your speed and avoid using the brakes.

Loose gravel reduces grip and can make the vehicle skid. Slow down and use smooth steering and braking.

Vehicle on a loose gravel road
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What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

290. What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

Wait for a police officer to confirm the signal.
Follow the vehicle ahead instead of the worker's signal.
Obey only if traffic has completely stopped.
✓ Follow the worker's signals and instructions.

Authorised road workers may control traffic through a work zone. Watch carefully and follow their directions.

Road worker directing traffic
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What should you do when driving in strong wind?

291. What should you do when driving in strong wind?

Drive close behind large vehicles for protection from the wind.
Increase speed so the vehicle is less affected by gusts.
✓ Hold the steering wheel firmly and reduce speed if needed.
Use main beam to make your vehicle more visible.

Strong wind can affect vehicle control, especially near open areas, bridges, large vehicles, cyclists, and motorcyclists.

Driver controlling a vehicle in strong wind
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What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

292. What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

✓ Guide it smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position.
Turn it quickly in the opposite direction.
Hold it in the turned position.
Release it completely and let it spin freely.

After completing a turn, guide the steering wheel smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position while maintaining control. Do not allow the wheel to spin freely through your hands.

Guiding the steering wheel back after a turn
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Why should you look well ahead while driving?

293. Why should you look well ahead while driving?

To avoid checking your mirrors as often.
To concentrate only on traffic in your lane.
✓ To identify developing hazards early and gain more time to react.
To maintain the same speed in every situation.

Looking well ahead helps you identify developing hazards early, such as slowing traffic, pedestrians, junctions, or changing road conditions. Earlier detection gives you more time to assess the situation and respond smoothly and safely.

Driver observing the road and traffic ahead
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How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

294. How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

✓ Securely, without affecting steering, braking, or balance.
On one handlebar if the bag is not very heavy.
On one side of the bicycle to leave the other side clear.
On the rear carrier without securing it for a short trip.

Loose or badly positioned luggage can interfere with control, become caught in the wheels, or hide bicycle lights.

Luggage carried on a bicycle
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

295. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low fuel level.
Charging-system warning.
Low engine oil.
Low washer fluid.

This symbol indicates that the fuel level is low. Refuel soon to reduce the risk of running out of fuel.

Low-fuel warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when roadworks are ahead?

296. What should you do when roadworks are ahead?

Maintain normal speed if your lane remains open.
✓ Slow down and follow the temporary signs.
Ignore temporary signs if permanent signs are still visible.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely through the work zone.

Roadworks can create narrow lanes, workers near traffic, uneven surfaces, and temporary rules. Slow down and follow the signs.

Roadworks and temporary traffic signs ahead
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Why should you avoid braking hard on a curve?

297. Why should you avoid braking hard on a curve?

It can make the steering feel heavier.
It can increase tyre pressure during the turn.
It can make the vehicle accelerate more slowly afterwards.
✓ It can reduce control and increase the risk of skidding.

Hard braking on a curve can upset the vehicle's balance and reduce grip. Slow down before the curve and steer smoothly.

Vehicle braking while negotiating a bend
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What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

298. What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

Use any solid-looking part underneath the vehicle.
✓ Use the correct jacking point and never go underneath a vehicle on a jack.
Work underneath if the jack appears stable.
Raise the vehicle before applying the parking brake.

A jack can slip or fail if it is incorrectly positioned. Secure the vehicle and use additional approved supports before working underneath it.

Vehicle raised at a jacking point for a wheel change
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Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

299. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It makes the trailer easier to control.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.
It reduces tyre wear on the towing vehicle.
It improves braking on steep roads.

Overloading can affect braking, steering, tyres, suspension, and trailer stability. Always remain within permitted limits. After loading, check that the load is secure and correctly distributed before starting your journey.

Loaded trailer and towing limits
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Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

300. Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

✓ They help you see, be seen, and communicate your intentions.
They prevent the windscreen from misting.
They only need to work when you drive at night.
They improve braking performance in poor weather.

Dirty or faulty lights reduce visibility and make it harder for other road users to understand when you are braking, turning, reversing, or changing position.

Checking and cleaning a vehicle's exterior lights
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