Warning lights are normally a real downer. Nobody likes seeing a warning
light turn on while driving. They can be a real headache to try to understand
and diagnose. Here’s another quick guide to help walk you through the meaning
for some of the most common warning lights and what you should do next to
remedy the situation.
Check Engine
Light
What it means: something in
your vehicle’s system is not working properly. Common culprits are the gas cap,
fuel or emission controls, or the ignition system.
Next steps: first tighten
your gas cap. If the light remains on, seek professional help to help diagnose
the source of your check engine light problem.
Temperature
Warning
What it means: engine is
overheating.
Next steps: immediately
pull over and turn your engine off. The coolant is way too hot to check
immediately, but make sure open the hood and visually check for signs of
coolant leaks around the hoses and radiator while you wait for the coolant to
cool. You can also visually check the coolant level in the reservoir. Seek the
help of a professional or roadside assistance if you don’t know what to do
next, as removing the radiator cap before the engine cools can cause severe
burns as the overheated coolant can spray everywhere.
Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
What it means: at least one
of your tires is severely underinflated.
Next steps: pull over as
soon as you can in a safe place, then check the air pressure of all your tires.
If your tires still have enough air to drive, then go to the nearest air
filler, such as a gas station, and fill up your underinflated tires. If the
warning light comes on again within a few days, then seek the help of a
professional to either fix the leak in your tire or replace the tire
completely.
Washer Fluid
Level
What it means: your
windshield washer fluid is low.
Next steps: open the hood
and re-fill your washer fluid. Seek professional help if you suspect a leak in
your washer fluid tank.
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