Before checking your coolant level, let your car cool down 30 – 60 minutes before removing the radiator cap to prevent burns from steam buildup inside the radiator. An overheated engine can cause significant damage. If this light comes on, pull over immediately and turn off your car. Coolant Temperature Warning: This warning light indicates that your engine is overheating due to lack of coolant. The light does not mean your engine is going to explode or is low on oil.Ģ.
These items all affect how efficiently your car runs.
Your spark plugs or wires need replacing. Your mass airflow sensor needs replacing or. Your catalytic converter needs replacing. Your gas cap is loose, damaged or lost. Your Oxygen (O2) sensor needs replacing. Check Engine or Malfunction Indication Light: There are a number of reasons that light may appear. If a light is flashing, contact your local dealership or trusted mechanic.ġ. You may see this color scheme when your headlights are on. Green/Blue – indicates that your system is operating. Yellow/Orange – something needs to be serviced or repaired soon. Red – indicates a potentially serious problem or safety issue and should be taken to your dealer as soon as possible. Symbol lights can appear in different colors. If you see a light appear on your dashboard, don’t panic. With winter right around the corner, now is a good time to become acquainted with some of these warning lights. On the other hand, some lights can simply be a notification that something is working, but not 100%. Hopefully some help from roadside assistance can resolve serious issues. 
Thoughts of being stranded and what to do next can fill our heads. All of a sudden, a vehicle warning light turns on.ĭepending on the light, it can bring instant panic.
It’s happened to all of us at one time or another, whether we’re in a hurry to get to work or on a family road trip.
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