To allow others [drivers and pedestrians] to know what we intend to do.
You should use your turn signal in far enough advance so the car behind you knows you are going to turn and has enough time to slow down. However, putting the turn signal on too far in advance can be confusing because the following car will not know exactly when you are going to turn.
To allow others [drivers and pedestrians] to know what we intend to do.
So that traffic behind you is able to anticipate your turn, and can act accordingly.
Why? To warn other drivers of your intention to make a turn. You want to give them plenty of time to prepare for the turn you are going to make and the sudden drop in speed of your car as you turn. Wait until the last minute to turn on your turn signals and you may be rear-ended by a driver not paying close attention or driving too fast.
No. Daytime running light can be disabled without affecting turn signals.
Well, you don't state the poblem, but if all your turn signals are not working and flashing as they should, replace the Turn Signal Flasher Relay.
Reason number one - it is a law. Reason number 2 - it allows other drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists to know what your intentions are.
True. It should be given so as the drivers behind you will know your intent well in advance.
True. It should be given so as the drivers behind you will know your intent well in advance.
check all fuses related to both items THere is a plug in relay,under the hood,on left wheel well for fan.On the right side should be a plastic removable cover w/ 4 relays under it.Replace them all,about 11 buks each at advance auto parts.
Well kinda. The highbeam "flasher" function is connected to the turn signal arm.
The most likely culprit is called the "multi-function switch" located on the steering column, basically your turn signal arm. It controls your turn signals, wipers, high beams as well as cruise control if you have it. The whole unit is pretty expensive new and requires some serious labor to change it out, (removing entire dash, as well as the steering wheel and airbag unit) but it's worth it! If you are on a budget and willing to gamble, a local salvage yard should be able to set you up with one for considerably less money.