Wis. Admin. Code Department of Transportation Trans 305.11 - Headlamps
(1)
(a)
Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with a headlamp system meeting the
specifications of the headlamp system with which the vehicle was originally
manufactured. Every homemade or reconstructed vehicle shall be equipped with a
headlamp system meeting the specifications of headlamp systems on vehicles
manufactured in the year in which the homemade or reconstructed vehicle is
first registered.
(b) Every
headlamp shall be properly aimed so as to conform with manufacturer's
recommendations and so that glaring light rays from the headlamp are not
directed into the eyes of the driver of any oncoming vehicle.
(2)
(a) The headlamp system on every motor
vehicle shall be maintained in proper working condition and in conformity with
this section and ss. 347.09 and
347.10, Stats.
(b) The headlamp switch, dimmer switch and
beam indicator shall be in proper working condition. All wiring and connections
shall be in good condition.
(3)
(a)
Every motor vehicle shall have an equal number of headlamps on each side of the
vehicle installed at least 12 inches from the center of the vehicle and at the
height specified in s.
347.09(2),
Stats.
(b) Every headlamp shall be
properly installed, adjustable and securely fastened. The headlamp mounting
shall be in good condition.
(c) No
headlamp may have any type of cover that in any way tints the emitted light or
reduces the amount of light emitted to below that required by s.
347.10, Stats. This paragraph
applies only at times when the use of headlights is required.
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