For many years, vehicle dashboards have been losing their dials and gauges in favour of warning lights – an increasing number of them. Switch on the ignition and an array of different coloured lights with tiny icons blinks at you. Most worrying, the results from a recent survey by AA Personal Loans suggest that more and more drivers are confused by these symbols. The survey found that as many as 42% of motorists were foxed by the symbols, with a… Continue reading
To help consumers feel more informed about different dashboard warning lights that can illuminate on their dash, this dashboard warning lights document offers advice about the most common warning lights and what action should be taken when illuminated. One chapter of the warning lights is engine warning light. This is the most common warning light, and the most confusing as it can mean a number of different issues going on with your vehicle. Th… Continue reading
n of the car can provide critical information that could protect you, your passengers and the other drivers on the road. The number of instrument clusters is huge, mostly due to the fact that most car manufacturers used basic symbols and personalized them for their own models although we all agree that standard ones would be useful for all drivers, no matter the car they own. That’s why we’ve decided to create a list of the commonest… Continue reading
This document shows you how to knowing what to do when a light appears on your dash can make the difference between a quick and easy diagnosis or an expensive repair. Some of important warning lights every driver should be aware of: check engine light, SRS light (Supplemental Restraint System), ABS light, low coolant light, red oil light on, red brake warning light, yellow brake warning light (brake pad light), air suspension lights (airmatic,… Continue reading
Under Dash Warning Lights Installation. To determine the proper installation location for the warning light you are installing, choose a location that allows you to see the warning light during normal operation of the car. Generally, the Parking Brake Warning Light will be near the brake release handle and the Seat Belt Reminder Light will be under and to the right of the ignition switch. You may choose to mount an additional Seat belt reminder… Continue reading