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Almost half of all road accidents happen at dusk, at night, or in the early hours before dawn, despite far fewer vehicles on the road during these hours. The importance of visibility after dark cannot be over-emphasized; even the level of brightness of your headlights makes a huge difference to the chances of experiencing a collision. With all this in mind, if you ever notice the following headlight problems, visit your local Chrysler dealership right away for new headlights.
You’re Squinting To See the Road Ahead
Most headlights start to fade before they fail, although halogen bulbs and HID bulbs tend to dim much more than LED headlights. Fading headlight brightness can be dangerous if it happens so slowly that you don’t immediately notice. However, even slightly dimmed headlights make driving less safe at night, so it’s best to replace headlights as soon as you notice them starting to fade.
You Notice Flickering Light of Any Kind
Headlights shouldn’t flicker or grow alternatively brighter and weaker at any rate. These kinds of problems indicate a worn-out bulb filament or perhaps an issue with the wiring or electrical supply. A trusted technician can determine what’s causing the flickering and repair it before one of your headlights dies.
Your Headlight Lenses Are Dirty or Hazy
Occasionally, headlight lenses become so dirty or damaged that they discolor or restrict the light. It’s wise to keep your lenses as clean as possible and check them often for cracks and scratches. The UV rays in sunlight can also cause oxidization damage to headlight lenses over time, eventually making them unsafe for use.
Your Chrysler Dealership Recommends New Bulbs
Just like any important car part, headlights should be checked by a professional on a regular basis. An experienced technician at your local dealership can test the power of your bulbs if they suspect any dimming and repair any problems before your visibility worsens.
Should You Replace or Upgrade Your Headlights?
Rather than simply replacing your bulbs with new ones, you might want to consider upgrading to a superior type of headlight bulb. Not only might upgrading to HID or long-lasting LED bulbs increase the overall brightness, but you could also benefit from improved bulb longevity.
This can save you a great deal of cost and hassle involved in bulb replacements over the lifespan of your car. During your next servicing visit, you can ask the staff at your local dealership what kind of upgrade options are available for your particular make and model.
Have your car’s headlights inspected and replaced or upgraded at Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Gaylord. Our local full-service dealership is a one-stop shop for all the automotive needs of drivers in Gaylord, Grayling, Petoskey, Boyne City, Kalkaska, and all of Northern Michigan.
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