Section 305.08. Back-up lamp.  


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  • (1)  Every motor vehicle originally manufactured after January 1, 1969, shall be equipped with back-up lamps in proper working condition and in conformity with this section and s. 347.26 (4) , Stats.
    (2)  The back-up lamp wiring and connections shall be maintained in good condition.
    (3)  Back-up lamps may be activated by a switch on the transmission system so the lamps can be lighted only when the transmission is in reverse gear or may be manually turned on by a switch in the driver's compartment providing there is an indicator light plainly visible to the vehicle driver indicating when the back-up lamps are on.
History: Cr. Register, February, 1996, No. 482 , eff. 3-1-96; am. (1), Register, October, 1997, No. 502 , eff. 11-1-97.