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Warning Sy mbols

Check your car’s dashboard lighting as it is essential to identify your car’s potential problem, safety issues or immediate
failure points.

Engine Temperature Warning Light

Indicator light means the engine temperature has exceeded normal limits. Check coolant level,
fan operation, radiator cap, coolant leaks.

Battery Charge Warning Light

Indicator light means that the car’s charging system is short of power or is not char ging
properly. It normally indicates a problem with the batter y itself or the alternator.

Oil Pressure War ning Light

Indicator light means loss of oil pressure, meaning lubrication is low or lost completely.
Immediately check the oil level and pressure.

Brake War ning Light

Indicator light turns on w hen the handbrake is on. If it lit continuously, it means that hydraulic
pressure has been lost in one side of the brake system or that the fluid level in the master
cylinder is dangerously low (due to a leak somew here in the brake system).
Safety Symbols
Your vehicle’s dashboard light plays an important role. These lights indicate an issue with your car that needs either an
immediate action or checking.

Transmission Temperature
Indicator light means the engine temperature has exceeded normal limits. Check coolant level, fan
operation, radiator cap, coolant leaks.

Tire Pressure Warning Light

Indicator light means the pressure is low in one of your tires.

Tract ion Control Off

Indicator light means that the vehicles TCS (traction control system) has been deactivated.

Steering Wheel Lock

Indicator light means your steering wheel is locked and can not be moved. To tur n off the
steering lock, insert the key into the ignition and turn it to at least the first position while turning
the steering w heel in either direction.

Trailer Tow Hitch Warning

Indicator lights mean that the tow hitch is unlocked or that there’s an issue with the lighting
system.

Tract ion Control Light

Indicator light turns on w hen the vehicle TCS (traction control system) is activated.

Service Vehicle Soon

Indicator light turns on w hen there is a fault condition in an area of the vehicle chassis systems
such as—the anti-lock (ABS) brake system, the traction control (TCS) system, the electronic
suspension system, or the brake hydraulic system.

Secur ity Alert

Indicator light will tur n on momentarily if the ignition switch is locked and will need the prope r
transponder-equipped key to restart. If the light is visible when the vehicle is on, then it typically
indicates a malfunction in the security system.

Side Airbag
Indicator light means a fault with the side airbag.

Reduced Power Warning

Indicator light means that the Engine Computer has limited engine power output.
Seat Belt Indicator
Indicator light means that a seat belt has not been secured for a passenger in the vehicle.

Press Clutch Pedal

Indicator to push the clutch.

Powertrain Fault
Indicator light turns on w hen a powertrain or AWD fault has been detected. Contact your
mechanic as soon as possible.

Power Steering Warning Light

Indicator light turns on if there is an issue with the power steering system, and will be disabled
until fixed.

Press Brake Pedal

Indicator to push the brake pedal.

Par king Brake Light

Indicator light means par k brake is on.

Overdr ive Light

Indicator light means that the vehicle’s overdrive system has been manually turned off.

Oil Change Reminder

Indicator light means that oil life has expired.

Master Warning Light

Indicator light usually accompanied by another warning light and indicates that one or more
warning systems have been detected.

Infor mation Warning Light

Indicator light will tur n on when a new message is stored in the information display. It will be red
or amber in color depending on the severity of the message and will remain on until the cause of
the message has been rectified.
Icy Road Warning Light
Indicator light turns on w hen the outside air starts to reach freezing temperatures, around 35°F or
3°C.

Gas/ Fuel Cap

Indicator light turns on if the gas/fuel cap is not properly tightened.

ESP Fault/Traction Control Malfunct ion

Indicator light means that there is a problem with the vehicle’s traction control.

Electr ic Par k Brake

Indicator light turns on w hen the electric parking brake has a malfunction.

Distance Warning
Indicator light means that a vehicle in front is too close or is being approached too quickly, or that
a stationary obstacle exists in the direction of travel.

Clogged Air Filter

Indicator light turns on w hen there is reduced airflow to the engine. Have the air filter replaced or
inspected.

Child Safety Lock

Indicator light means child safety lock is active.

Check Engine or Malfunct ion Indicator Light (MIL)

Indicator light turns on w henever the engine is tur ned on to check the bulb. If the light stays
illuminated, the car’s diagnostic systems have detected a malfunction that needs to be
investigated.

Catalyt ic Converter Warning

Indicator light means the catalytic converter is either overheating or not operating as intended.

Brake Fluid
Indicator light means that the brake fluid level is low.
Brake Pad Warning
Indicator light means that the brake pads are worn.

Brake Lights War ning

Indicator light means an exterior brake light bulb is defective. Check the operation of all the
exterior brake light bulbs.

Automat ic Gearbox Warning

Indicator light means there’s a gearbox/transmission malfunction.

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Indicator light means there may be a malfunction in the ABS system.

All Wheel Dr ive (AWD/4WD)

Indicator light turns on w hen there is a malfunction with the 4WD system.

Airbag Indicator
Indicator light turns on w hen the front airbag is switched off. If this lamp lights up or flashes
there is a fault in the air bag or seatbelt system.

Airbag Deactivated
Indicator light turns on w hen there is a fault in the rear spoiler system.

Adaptive Suspension Dampers

Indicator light means there is a need to contact an authorised repairer.

4 Wheel Drive (4WD) LOCK Indicator Light

Indicator light means that the vehicle’s 4WD Lock mode is activated.

Air Suspension
Indicator light means that there is a problem with the air suspension bags, likely due to a leak or
inflation issue.
Lighting Sy mbols
Vehicle lighting symbols are connected to your car’s lighting system. These symbols are usually blue, green, or yellow in
colour.

Low Beam Indicator Light

Indicator light means that the vehicles dipped beam is on.

Lamp Out
Indicator light means that there is an exterior light on the vehicle that is not functioning properly.

High Beam Light Indicator

Indicator light means your car’s high beam headlights are on, or if the high beam flash function is
used.

Headlight Range Control

Indicator light turns on if there is an issue detected with the headlight range control system.

Front Fog Lights

Indicator light means front fog lights are turned on.

Exter ior Light Fault

Indicator light means any exterior light on your car isn’t wor king.

Auto High Beam

Indicator light means the Auto High Beam system has switched on high beam headlights.

Adaptive Light System

Indicator light will lit when adaptive headlights are tur ned on.

Side Light Indicator

Indicator light will tur n on when the normal headlights are in use.

Rear Fog Lights Switched On

Indicator light means rear fog lights are on.

Rain and Light Sensor

Indicator light means there is an issue with the sensor system. T he wipers and lights will not
function automatically.
Common Sy mbols

To avoid future problems with your car it is important to check not just the warning lights but also the common vehicle
lights.

Windshield Defrost
Indicator light means that the window defrost is in operation.

Washer Fluid Reminder

Indicator light indicates if the windscreen washer fluid reser voir is nearly empty. Fill the washer
fluid reser voir.

Rear Window Defrost

Indicator light means that the rear window defrost is in operation.

Low Fuel Level

Indicator light means that the car is running low on fuel and will soon need a refill.

Key Not in Vehicle

Indicator light means the key is not in the car.

Hood/ Bonnet Open

Indicator light means that the car hood is not closed properly.

Hazard Lights On
Indicator light means hazar d lights are turned on.

Fan
Indicator light means that the internal ventilation/fan is in operation.

Door Ajar
Indicator light turns on w hen one or more doors of the car are not shut properly.

Direction/Signal Indicators
Indicator light means that one of the turn signals (left or right) has been activated.

Car on Ramp
Indicator light means that the vehicle is on a ramp/jack system.
Advanced Feature Sy mbols
The advanced feature symbols of your car are associated with a special and advanced automotive feature. It prompts
you if there are potential issues or if the system is active and operating.

Recirculated Cabin Air

Indicator light means that the vehicle’s ventilation system is recirculating air from within the
vehicle, suitable when par ticularly cold outside.

Rear Spoiler Warning

Indicator light turns on w hen there is a fault in the rear spoiler system.

Par king with Par k Assist Pilot

Indicator light means PAP (Par k Assist Pilot) is activated.

Lane Departure Warning

Indicator light means the vehicle is detected to be moving out of its current lane without
signalling.

Lane Assist
Indicator light turns on w hen the lane assist system is switched on and road mar kings can be
detected.

Key Fob Battery Low

Indicator light lets you know when your key fob battery needs to be changed and replaced, so
you can continue using the remote.

Ignit ion Switch Warning

Indicator light means there’s an issue with the ignition system or the car key. It could be due to
a glitch or worn out key.

Hill Descent Control

Indicator light turns on w hen the system is activated and helps you maintain a specific speed
while driving down a hill.

For ward Collision War ning

Indicator light turns on w hen a potential collision is detected.
Eco Dr iv ing Indicator
Indicator light will tur n on when the Eco function is activated.

Cruise Control
Indicator light means the cruise control system is activated.

Convertible Roof Warning Light

Indicator light will tur n on while the roof is either opening or closing. If the lamp is lit
continuously the roof is not fully opened, or there is a fault in the system.

Brake Hold Indicator Light

Indicator light means that the brake hold system is functioning properly.

Blind Spot Indicator Light

Indicator light turns on w hen a vehicle or obstr uction is detected in the blind spot.

Auto Windscreen Wiping

Indicator light means the windscreen wipers are in operation on Automatic mode.

Automat ic Emergency Braking (AEB)

Indicator light turns on w hen the AEB system is tur ned off or w hen the radar sensor or cover is
blocked with dir t or snow.

Adaptive Cruise Control

Indicator light means that the ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) is in operation.

Winter Mode
Indicator light lets you know you’re driving on winter mode.

Start/Stop Warning Light

Indicator light turns on to inform the driver that Intelligent Stop / Start system is active and the
engine has been shut dow n.
Speed Limiter
Indicator light means that the speed limiter function is activated.

Seat Temperature
Indicator light means that the air flow is distributed between front side window, windscreen and
footwell de-misting vents.

Glow Plug Indicator

Indicator light means that the engine’s glow plugs are warming up and the engine should not be
started until the light goes out. If it flashes, an issue has been detected, such as a worn out
glow plug.

Fuel Filter Warning

Indicator light means that the diesel fuel filter is full, and needs to be emptied to avoid engine
damage.

Exhaust Fluid
Indicator light means that the diesel exhaust fluid reservoir is low on fluid.

AdBlue Tank is Empty

Indicator light means you have to fill the tank with more exhaust fluid.

AdBlue Malfunct ion

Indicator light means either the AdBlue system is malfunctioning or the system is not filled with
the standar d liquid.

Water Fluid Filter Warning

Indicator light means water in fuel filter has reached maximum capacity. Drain the water from
filter.
Diesel-Powered Vehicle Sy mbols

One of the common diesel-powered car dashboard light symbols is the glow plug indicator. This lighting pre-glows when
it is warming up and worn-out glow if there’s a plug issue.

Vehicle Diesel- Powered Light Sy mbols

A common car light symbol on the dashboar d of diesel-powered vehicles is the Glow Plug Indicator – it comes on
when the engine’s glow plugs are still warming up and your engine should not be started until this light goes out – if it
flashes after starting the engine, an issue has been detected and a glow plug may have wor n out. Below is a list of more
dashboar d lights specific to diesel vehicles.

Note: Your dashboard symbols and car warning lights may look different to the dashboard lights below. T he colour s
and/or designs may be different. Check your vehicle manual for more information.

Glow Plug Indicator

Indicator light means that the engine’s glow plugs are warming up and the engine should not be
started until the light goes out. If it flashes, an issue has been detected, such as a worn out glow
plug.

AdBlue Tank is Empty

Indicator light means you have to fill the tank with more exhaust fluid.

Fuel Filter Warning

Indicator light means that the diesel fuel filter is full, and needs to be emptied to avoid engine
damage.

Water Fluid Filter Warning

Indicator light means water in fuel filter has reached maximum capacity. Drain the water from
filter.

Exhaust Fluid

Indicator light means that the diesel exhaust fluid reservoir is low on fluid.

AdBlue Malfunct ion

Indicator light means either the AdBlue system is malfunct ioning or the system is not
filled with the standard liquid.

Diesel Particulate Filter

Indicator light means the diesel particulate filter has failed its test and needs to be
serviced.
Why Is My Check Engine Light St ill There?
You’ve got a check engine light warning on your dash. Now what?
You must be worried. And that’s okay, because clearly your car is in
trouble.

Check Engine Lights: What to do and How to Fix Errors

Like most car warning lights, the check engine light is a yellow,
orange, or red engine symbol that appears on your dash when your
car’s system malfunctions.

How to Check My Dashboard Lights for Errors

Perhaps unsur prisingly, a dashboard lights warning is a driver’s worst
nightmare. First of all, it just pops on. No explanation whatsoever.

Is Your Check Engine Light Flashing on the Dashboar d?

News Flash: Failing to acknowledge a flashing light on your
dashboar d can get you stranded in the middle of nowhere or stuck
on the side of a busy highway.

What Are the Most Common Check Engine Light Issues?

Fact: when the check engine light comes on it spells bad news.
There’s something wrong under the hood.

Can You Dr ive a Car with the Check Engine Light On?
You’re driving, when suddenly the dreadful yellow-orange Check
Engine Light comes on! What should you do?