Is it illegal to have both brake lights out?
By law you need to have two working brake lights. As soon as you’re aware that one of your brake lights is faulty, make sure you fit a new bulb straight away. If you’re stopped by police you could receive: A verbal warning.
What happens if you get caught with a brake light out?
If your vehicle has something wrong with it, for example a broken brake light, the police may give you a ‘vehicle defect rectification notice’. You’ll need to get your vehicle fixed and provide proof that it’s been fixed, for example a receipt for the work from a mechanic.
Are 7443 and 7444 bulbs the same?
All four bulbs are dual filament which means they are two light bulbs in one. 7443/NA is rated at 12 volts 21/5 watts and 7444/NA is rated at 13.5 volts 28/8 watts… see more. 7443 and 7444 are both clear/white automobile light bulbs and 7443NA and 7444NA are both Natural Amber/yellow automobile light bulbs.
Why are the tail lights not working?
Tail lights do not work when the headlight switch is activated. As noted above, different automotive manufacturers have different tail lamp bulb configurations. In many cases when the lights don’t work when the headlight is turned on, it is caused by a burnt out or short circuited tail lamp bulb.
Why are my tail lights dim?
“Your de Tomaso Connection”. Dim Tail Lights. If you have one or more dim taillights or backup lights it could be caused by bad grounding of the light sockets or the wrong light bulb installed.
Why are brake lights staying on?
If your brake lights are staying on, it will drain your battery. You need to disconnect your battery while the car is off or until you resolve this issue. The most likely cause for the brake lights staying on is the brake light switch sticking closed.
What is a tail light?
tail·light (tāl′līt′) n. A red light or one of a pair mounted on the rear end of a vehicle.