Hey everyone, just bought a 2002 MP5 a few weeks ago, and there were these two strange looking things on either side of my head lights. Nothing is attached to them like a wire or something...just two platic horn looking thingies. Anyone know what they are? Thanx. PS I love the car, one of my fav ive owned!ill try and attach a foto......

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deer horn problably!

 

Right on mazda guy. They are deer horns. Gido_vs, they are supposed to give out a very high pitched frequency (high than we can hear) as you drive down the road so that it will scare the deer in front of you and they will then not jump out in front of you to hit. At least that is the theory. I know some people around here swear by them and even want them transfered to their new cars when they trade in old.

 

nicely put babyhuey

 

As most of you know I'm a truck driver . Well I was talking 'bout why we don't have'em on our line haul trucks ? I was answered that these get dirty after a while and don't work . Now these have air that flow through small inlets (that's how the deafening sound gets produced) that get clogged up and most likely can't get cleaned properly afterwards .... how do you know if they are well cleaned ... until a deer hits you !

 

Guess you can't tell...eventually the deers will let you know I guess

 

Avoiding Deer / Car Collisions
The explosion in the deer population has lead to a continuing increase in deer-car collisions. This trend will only increase as the deer population grows and urban habitats continue to encroach upon rural environments.

According to the National Safety Council, there were 530,000 animal-related accidents in 2003 and these collisions resulted in 100 deaths and 10,000 injuries.

The average cost per insurance claim for collision damage is $2,800, with costs varying depending on the type of vehicle and severity of damage. When you factor in auto claims involving bodily injury, the average rises to $10,000.


Defensive driving tips to avoid hitting a deer.


Be especially attentive from sunset to midnight and during the hours shortly before and after sunrise. These are the highest risk times for deer-vehicle collisions.


Drive with caution when moving through deer-crossing zones, in areas known to have a large deer population and in areas where roads divide agricultural fields from forestland. Deer seldom run alone. If you see one deer, others may be nearby.


When driving at night, use high beam headlights when there is no oncoming traffic. The high beams will better illuminate the eyes of deer on or near the roadway.


Slow down and blow your horn with one long blast to frighten the deer away.


Brake firmly when you notice a deer in or near your path, but stay in your lane. Many serious crashes occur when drivers swerve to avoid a deer and hit another vehicle or lose control of their cars.


Always wear your seat belt. Most people injured in car/deer crashes were not wearing their seat belt.


Do not rely on devices such as deer whistles, deer fences and reflectors to deter deer. These devices have not been proven to reduce deer-vehicle collisions.
If your vehicle strikes a deer, do not touch the animal. A frightened and wounded deer can hurt you or further injure itself. The best procedure is to get your car off the road, if possible, and call the police.

Contact your insurance agent or company representative to report any damage to your car. Collision with an animal is covered under the comprehensive portion of your auto insurance policy.

 

The best defense is a good offense....Everyone go hunting and bag a big one....I love animals, I just love eating them more.

 

excellent tips.. car/deer crashes are really that bad. you don't know when will it happen. just make sure that safety is always with you whenever you go for a ride. because collision can cause your car parts turn into an excessive one.