When Your Turn Signal Indicator Blinks Rapidly, Change Your Bulb

When Your Turn Signal Indicator Blinks Rapidly, Change Your Bulb

You typically can’t see your turn signal lights when you’re inside your car. However, most vehicles have a subtle way of letting you know when one of your blinkers burns out: the indicator in your dashboard will blink faster than normal.

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As automotive site 2CarPros explains, the indicator inside your car is designed to operate under a specific electrical resistance. When the bulb burns out, the resistance changes, which causes the turn indicator in your dashboard to blink faster. This is a quick way to know whether your light needs to be changed without getting out of your car.

Turn Signals Blink Rapidly [2CarPros via Reddit]


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