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Do you know what the warning symbols flashing on your car’s dashboard mean?

by jonckie@arrivealive.co.za

Warning lights vary in colour according to the seriousness of a mechanical / system problem:

• A red warning light indicates either a severe problem, safety issue or it could serve as a reminder of service maintenance. Contact your dealership immediately.
• Yellow/Orange light indicates that a component needs servicing / repair. If the light flashes, contact your nearest dealership.
• Green/Blue light lets the driver know that a system is active and operating.

A more serious warning light:

• Brake warning light :

(RED) It indicates there’s a problem with the brakes.

• Engine Temperature :

(RED) Engine has overheated
(BLUE) Coolant temperature is low
(R+B blinking) Electrical wiring malfunction

• Oil :
Indicate low pressure

• Battery :
Battery problems / Alternator

Also view:

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Vehicle Checklist, Roadworthiness and Safe Driving 

Goldwagen and Road Safety 

 

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