What that light on your dash means
Manufacturers use roughly the same symbols, and almost nobody keeps the handbook in the glovebox. Find yours below. Where it matters, we have said what the difference is between the light being steady and the light flashing, because that difference is sometimes the difference between an appointment and a tow truck.
Call or text (620) 416-0008. Describe the noise. We'll do the rest.
We answer texts the same day we get them.
Find your light
Tap a light to see what it usually means and whether it is safe to keep driving. If you do not see yours, call or text and ask.
Red: stop soon and check it Amber: get it looked at soon Flashing: more urgent than steady
- Check engineGet it checked soon
- Check engine, flashingSlow down, stop driving soon
- BrakeCheck it right away
- ABSBrakes work, ABS may not
- Battery / chargingCharging fault, plan to stop
- Oil pressurePull over, shut it off
- Coolant temperatureRunning hot, pull over
- Tire pressureCheck your tire pressures
- Traction controlFlashing is normal; steady is a fault
- AirbagAirbags may not deploy
- Power steeringSteering may get heavy
- TransmissionEase off, get it looked at
- Diesel DPFNeeds a regen drive or service
- DEFTop up before power is limited
- Glow plugWait before cranking
- Maintenance dueService reminder
Not sure if it is safe to keep going? Read Can I drive with this? It covers which lights mean book it in this month and which mean stop now.
We have the moxie to get the job done
Ready when you are
Not sure which of these you need? Call the shop and describe what the vehicle is doing. Working that out is our job, not yours.
Call or text (620) 416-0008. Describe the noise. We'll do the rest.
We answer texts the same day we get them.