A taillight is an essential component of a vehicle's lighting system, located at the rear of the vehicle. It comprises a number of lighting elements that perform a variety of signaling, safety and aesthetic functions.
Position light: This is the red light that comes on when the vehicle is moving, but without the driver accelerating or braking. It is used to signal the presence of the vehicle to other drivers, particularly in low-light conditions or at night.Brake light: When the driver presses the brake pedal, the tail light comes on more intensely to signal to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down or stopping. This helps avoid rear-end collisions by providing a clear visual warning.Rear turn signals: The rear light also includes turn signals (usually orange or yellow) which indicate the direction in which the driver wishes to turn or change lanes. Turn signals are essential for safety, as they enable other road users to anticipate the driver's intentions.Reversing light: Located on the same block, the reversing light is generally white and comes on when reverse gear is engaged. It illuminates the area behind the vehicle, facilitating reversing maneuvers and alerting other road users that the vehicle is backing up.
The complete rear light must comply with certain legal standards in terms of size, color, brightness and distribution of the various lighting functions, to guarantee the vehicle's safety and visibility on the road.In short, a complete rear light is a crucial multifunctional element for vehicle safety and visibility. It fulfils a number of important roles, such as position lighting, brake signal, indicators and reversing light.
This complete left or right sidelight fits VW Combi Bay Window from 08/1971 to 07/1979 from chassis no. 2122000001.An original VW Brazil part , this light will replace your old one which may have been broken or cracked.The colors perfectly match the original version: orange / red / white.
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