CVC Lighting Violations Flashcards

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What is 24003?

Equipped with headlight, height 22" to 54"

Driving without lights during darkness

Maintain lights in good working order

Equipped with illegal decorative lighting (correct)

What does 24250 refer to?

Driving without lights during darkness

What is the violation described by 24252(a)?

Maintain lights in good working order

What does 24400(a) specify?

Equipped with headlight, height 22" to 54" Signup and view all the answers

What is stated in 24400(b)?

Lights must be on during darkness, inclement weather or both Signup and view all the answers

Describe the lighting requirement mentioned in 24411.

Off highway lights, 8 total and must be covered on highway Signup and view all the answers

What does 24600(b) describe?

Tail lights not functioning 2 required Signup and view all the answers

What is outlined in 24600(e)?

Tail lights-red visible 1000' Signup and view all the answers

What does 24601 refer to?

License plate light, clearly visible 50' Signup and view all the answers

What does 24603(b) state about stop lamps?

Stop lamps - two required except motors Signup and view all the answers

What is stated in 24604 about vehicle loads?

Loads over 4' past rear of vehicle must have flag/light Signup and view all the answers

What is the regulation for backup lamps after 1969?

Backup lamp required on vehicle after 1969 Signup and view all the answers

What is the color requirement for backup lamps according to 24606(b)?

Backup lamp white, not over 75' to the rear Signup and view all the answers

What does 24607(b) require for reflectors?

Reflectors - two required except motors Signup and view all the answers

What does 24800 prohibit?

Driving w/parking lights illuminated only Signup and view all the answers

What is defined by 24953(a) about turn signals?

Turn signals inoperable - white or amber to front, red or amber to rear Signup and view all the answers

What does 25250 state about flashing lights?

Flashing decorative lights prohibited Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for front lights or reflectors according to 25950(a)?

Front lights/reflectors, white/amber unless specifically permitted Signup and view all the answers

What does 25950(b) specify about rear lights?

Rear lights/reflectors, red unless permitted Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited by 26101(b) regarding vehicle lighting?

Shall not drive a vehicle upon highway that has modified lighting equipment/safety glazing material Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lighting Violations Overview

CVC 24003: Prohibits illegal decorative lighting on vehicles.
CVC 24250: Requires vehicles to have operational lights during darkness; driving without them is a violation.
CVC 24252(a): Mandates maintenance of lights in good working order at all times.

Headlight Regulations

CVC 24400(a): Vehicles must have headlights mounted between 22" to 54" from the ground.
CVC 24400(b): Headlights must be operational during darkness or in inclement weather.

Auxiliary Lighting

CVC 24411: Off-highway lights must be covered on highways; a maximum of 8 lights allowed.

Tail Light Requirements

CVC 24600(b): Requires two functional tail lights on vehicles.
CVC 24600(e): Tail lights must be red and visible from 1000 feet.

License Plate Illumination

CVC 24601: License plate must be illuminated, clearly visible from at least 50 feet.

Stop Lamp Regulations

CVC 24603(b): Requires at least two stop lamps, except for motorcycles.

Load Visibility

CVC 24604: Loads extending over 4 feet beyond the rear of the vehicle must display a flag or light.

Backup Light Specifications

CVC 24606(a): Vehicles manufactured after 1969 must have a backup lamp.
CVC 24606(b): Backup lamps must emit white light and be visible up to 75 feet.

Reflector Requirements

CVC 24607(b): Requires two reflectors on vehicles, except motorcycles.

Parking Light Restrictions

CVC 24800: Prohibits driving with only parking lights illuminated.

Turn Signal Regulations

CVC 24953(a): Turn signals must operate properly, with white or amber lights at the front and red or amber at the rear.

Decorative Lighting Prohibitions

CVC 25250: Flashing decorative lights on vehicles are not permitted.

Front and Rear Light Requirements

CVC 25950(a): Front lights and reflectors must be white or amber unless explicitly allowed otherwise.
CVC 25950(b): Rear lights and reflectors must be red unless specifically permitted.

Modified Lighting Restrictions

CVC 26101(b): Drivers are prohibited from operating vehicles with modified lighting equipment or safety glazing materials.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards on California Vehicle Code (CVC) lighting violations. Each card features a specific violation along with its definition. Brush up on essential driving regulations regarding vehicle lighting to ensure safety and compliance.