Mastering the art of driving a car is quite an achievement, but other than understanding the knack of steering and shifting gears, you also need to get acquainted with the different lights and signs of the dashboard.
- ECU/ Engine Warning Light
The lighting up of the Engine Warning Light can indicate a major mechanical problem or even a faulty electrical sensor. This light can also accompany other unusual symptoms such as the car going into safe mode owing to lack of power or stuttering when you press the accelerator.
- Oil Pressure Warning
This light illuminates when the oil pressure sensor identifies low oil pressure. Avoid the occurrence of severe engine damage by turning off the vehicle’s engine. You should also check whether the quantity of the oil level is at the right amount.
- Hazard Warning Lights
 If there is a problem with the vehicle, a driver activates these lights to warn other vehicles and motorists to be careful of your vehicle.
- Brake System Alert
It warns you about a low brake fluid level. Any leaks, low brake lining and other issues should be addressed by a professional.
- ABS Warning Light
When there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system (ABS), this light turns on. You won’t lose your brakes, but additional safety features will stop functioning properly.
- Traction Control Light
Traction Control Light usually turns ON with the ABS light and implies that there is a fault in the system.
- Airbag Warning Light
The Amber Warning light tells the driver that the passenger airbag is switched off manually. It may also indicate an issue with the entire airbag system and must be addressed at the earliest.
- Turn Signal Lights
It's the most widely used and known indicator light. These lights are activated when the driver turns them on to indicate its fellow drivers a change in direction.
- Open Doors Indicator
If the doors aren't closed properly, these indicator lights inform the driver about the same, soon after the car engine is turned on.
- Temperature Warning Light
It makes the driver aware about engine overheating. It usually implies that the driver needs to stop the engine right away and should resume the journey only when the car engine is cooled down.
- Tyre Pressure Monitor Warning Light
This light turns on when a puncture or deviation from the normal tyre pressure is detected. If it does, then you need to check your car’s rubber at the earliest.
- Battery Charge Warning Light
A problem or malfunction with your vehicle’s electrical system triggers this warning light. Usually, it could be due to a faulty battery, faulty alternator or a bad connection in the engine bay.
- Low Fuel Notification
If the fuel level goes very low, this light indicates that you need to refuel without any delay.
- High Beam Light
When the driver turns on the high beam mode of the headlights, this light signal is activated. High beam light allows you to see the road clearly when there is no other source of lighting along the road, such as street lights.
These are just some of the major lights that spring to life on the dashboard to warn others and to indicate you the problems that can occur while you are busy driving on the road.