When dashboard warning lights appears, it means that the vehicle’s onboard computer detected a problem.
Some of the warnings might require immediate attention.
However, others may not be as urgent and you can keep driving till you get to a professional.
It is important to note that different car models and makes have different types of warning lights.
Today we will look at a list of the warning lights that are common for all cars, trucks and busses.
Engine Temperature Warning Light.
Your engine needs to maintain a certain degree of temperature for normal operations.
The engine produces a lot of heat hence it depends on sufficient coolant to regulate temperatures.
Though there are many common causes that might cause the engine to overheat.
If the engine temperature dashboard warning light comes on, then your engine is overheated.
This kind of problem requires immediate attention in order to avoid further damage to the engine.
Oil Pressure Warning Light.
When this light shows up, the onboard computer has detected something is wrong with the amount of lubrication within your engine.
Remember that your engine is made up of moving parts that need to be lubricated.
Sometimes the engine isn’t pumping sufficient oil or the oil pressure isn’t enough to reach the required areas.
This warning light allows you to stop and look at the oil levels within the engine.
If low oil is the issue, you need to know the effects of adding oil to old oil.
Afterwards you can decide to drain the oil and get new oil within the engine.
Battery Charge Warning Light.
The vehicle’s battery is usually used to power the ignition process as well as other accessories like the Air Conditioner.
Especially when the vehicle isn’t in motion.
If the battery is running low on charge, it is a common reason for the car not to start.
If the vehicle starts, the alternator belt will charge the battery as well as power the accessories and lights.
This dashboard warning light indicates low battery power.
Alternatively, it may indicate that there is a problem with the alternator belt.
Brake Warning Light.
Commonly comes on when the handbrake is engaged. Do not drive when this light is on.
Because, you will be causing damage to your braking system.
Okay, so, once you have disengaged the handbrake and the light stays on continuously, there is a problem that needs to be addressed.
The issue comes down to the brake fluid levels within the master cylinder.
The vehicle’s braking capacity is dependent on sufficient fluids. If the brake fluid level is very low, then this light gives a warning.
Additionally, the hydraulic pressure of the vehicle’s brakes could cause this light to stay on continuously.
That means that you will not be able to effectively apply the brakes.
Do not take this warning light very lightly especially if it stays on continuously.
It could determine the safety of other road users.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.
This warning light relates to the most important safety system in your vehicle, the brakes.
The Anti-Lock brake system was installed by manufacturers with the possibility of hitting emergency brakes in mind.
That means that it works when the driver suddenly hits the brakes hard in an emergency situation.
Manufacturers knew that this sudden action could lead to a locking of the wheels hence the reason for an ABS.
This warning light indicates that there is a possible problem with the components of Anti-Lock Brake System.
For Example, the sensors.
