Car Dashboard Lights
Understand common vehicle alerts before they become expensive mistakes.
traction control light
indicates a problem with the vehicle's stability or traction control system
low fuel warning light
indicates the fuel level is low and the vehicle requires refueling
glow plug warning light
indicates a fault with the heating system in a diesel engine
transmission temperature light
indicates the transmission fluid is overheating
tire pressure light (TPMS)
indicates one or more tires are significantly underinflated
brake system light
indicates low brake fluid or a malfunction in the braking system
engine temperature light
indicates the engine is overheating
ABS warning light
indicates a fault in the anti-lock braking system
airbag warning light
indicates a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system
oil pressure light
indicates dangerously low oil pressure
battery light
suggests a charging system problem
check engine light
indicates an engine or emissions system issue