Side Marker Light Assembly

What do side marker lights do?

Side marker lights, also known as clearance lights or identification lights, are auxiliary lights installed on the front and rear sides of a vehicle. The primary purpose of these lights is to enhance the visibility of the vehicle on the road, especially during nighttime or in low-light conditions. They are located on the sides of the vehicle and emit a steady, non-blinding light.

The functions of side marker lights include:

● Improved Visibility:

Side marker lights help other drivers to more easily notice your vehicle, particularly at night or in adverse weather conditions, reducing the risk of collisions.

● Indicating Vehicle Width and Length:

These lights provide information about the width and length of the vehicle, which is important for other drivers when navigating narrow roads or attempting to pass.

● Indicating Direction of Travel:

Side marker lights typically have different-colored bulbs to indicate the direction in which the vehicle is moving. For example, the left side is usually red, and the right side is green. This helps other drivers understand the vehicle's direction of movement.

● Compliance with Regulations:

Depending on the regulations in different regions and countries, vehicles may be required to be equipped with side marker lights to ensure road safety and compliance.

What are the rules for side markerlights for trucks and trailers?

Side marker lights are an essential safety feature that must be present on all trailers over 80 inches in width. These lights must also be amber in color and visible from a distance of 500 feet. Also, side marker lights are a legal requirement on trailers that exceed 6 meters in length. But are a great addition to any trailer to increase its safety in low visibility.

How do side marker lights help increase visibility?

Side marker lights are essential to a vehicle’s lighting system that increases visibility and safety. These lights are typically located on the sides of a vehicle and emit a flashing or steady light to provide additional warning to other drivers on the road.
By illuminating the sides of a vehicle, side marker lights help to increase the vehicle’s overall visibility, especially in low-light conditions or during inclement weather. This added visibility can help prevent accidents by alerting other drivers to the vehicle’s presence and position on the road.

Do side marker lights have to be yellow?

In 1968, federal regulators introduced requirements for side marker lights: Side marker lights should be mounted to the sides and as far forward or rearward as possible. In most of the United States: the front side marker lights should be yellow or white and the rear side marker lights should be red or white.
In fact, side marker light color regulations may vary by region, so it's best to check your local regulations for accurate information.

Are no side markers illegal?

In many countries, including the United States, side markers are required by law on certain types of vehicles, such as trucks, and trailers. They are required by DOT standards to have side marking lights and reflectors which are amber front and red rear. Early model cars are exempt from this law since they were manufactured before the date that the law took effect like for instance some cars from the 1940's.

Can side marker lights be added to a vehicle?

Yes, it is possible to add side marker lights to your vehicle. Regulations require side marker lights, often for larger trucks and trailers, which are important for improving road visibility and safety. It is important to ensure that side marker lights comply with local regulations and are installed correctly to ensure they work properly and do not cause a danger to other road users. Before purchasing and installing side marker lights, it is important to research and consider factors such as vehicle compatibility, durability, and overall quality.

How to install LED side marker light correctly?

1. Find the clips that fix the side marker lights on the inside of the bumper and remove the marker lights.
2. Unplug the original side marker, install the new AUXITO LED side marker light (make sure the "U" snapped section slides into place), and put it back into the bumper.
3. Complete the installation, and test the new LED side marker light.

How to seal side marker lights?

● The side marker light's seal can become strong and expand in cold weather, exposing gaps for condensation/moisture to enter the side marker housing. If it is not dealt with as soon as possible, the following things will happen:
1. Condensation/moisture collects on the lens, or worse case the housing becomes filled
2. Your single bulb/LED panel stops working
3. The socket can become damaged due to water and electricity not mixing, and you will need to purchase a new one from Honda.

● There are two ways to create a stronger seal, both of which are very effective if used correctly.
1) Use PTFE tape and wrap it around the socket;
2) A more permanent method is to use marine sealant or household caulk apply a layer around the seal and let dry.