Dashboard Lights You Need To Know

When it comes to your dashboard a lot of things can light up – or go wrong. Although it is great to have a tool that indicates that something is happening in your vehicle, sometimes we’re not so sure what those little lights mean. This week I am bringing you a list of lights that are important to know!

The Oil Pressure Warning light will illuminate when low oil pressure is detected, it’s important to turn off your engine to avoid engine damage. You’ll need to have a mechanic check your oil pressure right away, an amber light can indicate oil level is getting low in some vehicles.

The Battery Warning light will illuminate when something is going wrong with your battery. Don’t try to fix this issue yourself, seek professional help immediately to resolve this issue.

The Traction Control Light will come on to warn the driver of dangerous driving conditions. It’s important to take your time and don’t rush if this light illuminates on your dash.

Your Engine Temperature Warning Light will appear when your engine has the possibility of overheating. This is important to pay attention too, and will usually direct you to stop and turn off your vehicle immediately.

The Tire Pressure Warning will appear and look like this, this is warning you that one or more tires need to be brought back to the correct pressure. If you don’t know your correct pressure, check your owner’s manual.

Your Engine Management Light will illuminate when something within your engine system has gone wrong. These problems are usually related to emissions or running issues. If this light appears you should seek immediate help and bring your car to a professional right away.

Your dashboard can be a scary sight when any of the lights illuminate but it is important to know which is which and what you need to do in the event of them popping up. Some are much more dangerous than others but knowing your lights will keep you safe and your vehicle running properly.