The truth is that when some of these symbols come on, something needs to be corrected. Whether it is something temporary or compromising for any of the people inside the car, It tells the driver what the fault is.
There are many symbols on the dashboard whose lights come on when something happens. For example, a symbol of a passenger wearing a seat belt, when illuminated, means that the driver is not wearing a seat belt. Another symbol may be that of a gasoline pump, which when turned on indicates that the car’s fuel level is low, and that the tank must be filled as soon as possible to prevent the engine from shutting down.
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There are several symbols on the dashboard whose lights come on when something happens.
What does the engine light on the dashboard mean?
One of the main symbols on the board, indicating one of the potential The most serious problems that a car can have is the one that emulates an engine. When the light with this symbol comes on, maximum attention must be paid.
The reason for this warning is that, once this symbol comes on, it is because there may be multiple engine problems that need to be solved. For example, It may come on because the fuel filler cap was left incorrectly adjusted.
When this light stays on, the driver should take the time to check the engine and confirm the problem. However, when the light is flashing, it is an emergency and the car should be turned off as soon as possible to avoid any type of damage or major damage to the vehicle.
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What does each symbol mean?
What do the symbols or indicator lights on the car dashboard mean?
1- Front fog lights on
2- Power steering alert (the steering has electrical problems
)3- Rear fog lights on
4- Low windshield washer
5- Brake pad alert
6- Cruise control on
7- Flashing lights
8- Rain and light sensor
9- Winter mode (in automatic cars you must start in 2nd gear to have greater traction)
10- Maintenance reminder
11- Spark plug (in diesel cars you must preheat the engine)
12- Icy road
13- Failure in the car ignition
14- The key is not in
15- The ignition key has a low battery
16- Keep distance
17- Step on the clutch
18- Step on the brake
19- Steering lock warning
20- High beams on
21- Low tire pressure
22- Side light information
23- Exterior light fails
24- The rear brake light does not turn on
25- Failure in the diesel particulate filter
26- Tow hitch incorrectly positioned or damaged
27- Air suspension
28- Lane change of nearby vehicles
29- Failure in the catalytic converter
30- Seat belt not fastened
31- Parking brake activated
32- Problem in the battery (or in the alternator and that is why the battery does not charge).
33- Parking assistant activated
34- The car requires maintenance
35- Adaptive spotlights, horizontal movement
36- Control of the range of the spotlights, vertical movement
37- Rear spoiler warning (if automatic)
38- Roof warning, for convertibles
39- Airbag
40- Handbrake activated
41- Water in the fuel filter
42- Airbag deactivated
43- Engine failure (can be in the engine, transmission, etc.)
44- Dim the lights, you face another car
45- Dirty air filter
46- Ecological management indicator
47- Hill descent control activated
48- Temperature warning
49- ABS50- Defective fuel filter
51- Open door
52- Hood open
53- Low fuel level
54- Problems in the automatic transmission
55- Speed limiter activated
56- Failure in the shock absorbers or suspension
57- Open trunk
58- Low oil pressure
59- Windshield defogger activated
60- Stability control disabled
61- Rear window defogger
62- Rain sensor
63- Engine or gas emission problems
64- Automatic windshield wiper
65- Lighted beacons