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What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Automotive1(m): 2:41pm On Feb 04, 2018 |
There are loads of warning lights and symbols on a car's dashboard that could flash up to let you know you need to get to a mechanic or advise something needs checking. They are an everyday sight that could mean the difference between a smooth journey and a costly repair bill. But how many can you identify? Do you know them all? Here is your handy guide to recognising what each symbol means and what you need to do about it. 1. Front fog lights turned on 2. Power steering system problems 3. Rear fog lights switched on 4. Low level of windscreen fluid 5. Worn brake pads 6. Cruise control is activated 7. Signalling direction 8. Trouble on light sensor or rain sensor 9. Winter mode 10. Info indicator 11. The diesel auxiliary heater 12. Ice warning 13. Starting system problems 14. The key is not in the car 15. Key low battery 16. Warning distance to another car 17. Indicator to push the clutch 18. Indicator to push the brake pedal 19. Locked steering-wheel 20. Long beam turned on 21. Low tyre pressure 22. Short beam on 23. Problems with headlight / taillights / signals bulbs 24. Problems with brake lights 25. Problems with the particulate filter (DPF) 26. Error - disconnection of the plug from the trailer 27. Air suspension problems 28. Warning for exceeding the lane without signaling (anti sleep system, lane assist) 29. Problems with catalyst 30. Warning for seat belt (belt is not on) 31. Warning parking light 32. Alternator or battery problems 33. Parking sensors turned on 34. Service warning light 35. Adaptive headlights turned on 36. Headlight angle 37. Problems with variable rear spoiler 38. Problems in triggering electric roof 39. Front airbag is switched off 40. Handbrake is pulled on 41. Water in fuel filter 42. Airbag switched off 43. Mechanical problem or electrical error 44. Short beam turned on 45. Dirty air filter requires replacement 46. ECO mode turned on 47. Downhill assist on 48. Cooling system problems 49. Problem with ABS 50. Problems with fuel filter 51. Open door 52. Open bonnet 53. Fuel tank on reserve, need to fill the tank 54. Automatic gearbox problems 55. Speed limiter is on 56. Suspension problems 57. Low oil pressure 58. Front window defroster 59. Open boot 60. Electronic Stability Programme is off 61. Rain sensor 62. Engine problems or hazards 63. Rear window defroster 64. The automatic windscreen wiper Do you have the habit of ignoring the dashboard lights? Source https://autojosh.com/warning-symbols-flashing-cars-dashboard-trying-tell/ Cc Lalasticlala Mynd44 60 Likes 15 Shares |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by hisgrace090: 2:57pm On Feb 04, 2018 |
Nice job. Very informative. 8 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by abrahambest(m): 7:20am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Cool 2 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by olajam31: 7:21am On Feb 05, 2018 |
interesting 1 Like |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by satowind(m): 7:22am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Cool tips pics will make it more interesting |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by olajam31: 7:22am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Cool yeah 1 Like |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by sucreblazing(m): 7:23am On Feb 05, 2018 |
very informative 2 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by brightgreat(m): 7:23am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Lit....so brake pad has been bad all along but because am a Nigerian...lemme not say more |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Mayany(m): 7:23am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Thanks what about if the D light is blinking while driving? 1 Like |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Jerryojozy(m): 7:23am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Cool 1 Like |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Holiday0299(m): 7:23am On Feb 05, 2018 |
What of the 'check' warning? 3 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by olajam31: 7:23am On Feb 05, 2018 |
satowind:sure |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by satowind(m): 7:24am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Cool tips |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by jaymejate: 7:25am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Sorry I Can't Find All These On My Danfo. Plus We Nigerians Care less About All These In As Much As We Start The Engine And It Start And Move. Thats All. Thanks 4 D Tip/info 5 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by emeka2847: 7:25am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Thank you 1 Like |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by hailall: 7:26am On Feb 05, 2018 |
cute 1 Like |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by uvalued(m): 7:30am On Feb 05, 2018 |
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Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by mommaJ(f): 7:31am On Feb 05, 2018 |
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Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Nobody: 7:31am On Feb 05, 2018 |
some pple check light has been on for more than 3 years 6 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Nobody: 7:32am On Feb 05, 2018 |
All these things don't affect danfo driver lol.. Thanks OP God bless 4 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Flyingngel(m): 7:33am On Feb 05, 2018 |
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Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Osezzua(m): 7:34am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Gud write up 1 Like |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by silento(m): 7:37am On Feb 05, 2018 |
and my dashboard they show all the symbol but car is working 7 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Swiftlee(m): 7:38am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Very informative though my own car no get these signs pass 12 sha..na toyota 2 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Donald3d(m): 7:38am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Nice |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by dorange(m): 7:40am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Mayany: Tell your mechanic to check your park and neutral switch, there is likely to be a slight disconnection. |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by jerflakes(m): 7:41am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Mayany: I also wanna know 2 Likes |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by dayleke: 7:41am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Nice one OP... But for dis our obodo Naija, some people go tell you they have been driving for 3 yrs no with the check engine light and noftin happen to dia car... Or the ABS light etc |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by dayleke: 7:42am On Feb 05, 2018 |
silento: Gbam!!! I knew this was coming... Lol |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Yippsy(m): 7:43am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Please what does VSC mean. In Toyota Rav 4. Thanks |
Re: What The Warning Symbols Flashing On Your Car's Dashboard Is Trying To Tell You by Africanalert: 7:47am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Informative 3 Likes 1 Share |
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