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Demystifying The Dashboard - A Guide to Warning Lights
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Demystifying The Dashboard - A Guide to Warning Lights
Scott Kirby
DriveWrite
October 29, 2013
Scott Kirby writes: Over the last few decades, developments in vehicle technology have significantly improved the capabilities of the dashboard to warn the driver about possible car faults. Incorporating a vast range of sensors and sophisticated on-board electronic equipment, your vehicle is able to self diagnose a wide range of issues relating to its health and performance.
The infographic guide to dashboard warning lights shown below was created by Claytons MOT & Service Centre in Leeds to provide a quick reference to the most commonly used lights.
Highlighting what each of the lights often indicates and the best course of action for remedying the issue, the graphic helps to improve awareness for what is a very important aspect of maintaining a safe and reliable car. Addressing and fixing a fault at an early stage can often reduce the possible impact it can have on your car, thus saving money on future repair bills that may arise if the issue is left to escalate into a bigger problem.
To maximise the safety of you and your vehicle, please consider each of the following key points.
Exercise Caution - Some warning lights alert the driver to not continue driving (where possible). If you’re unsure what your dashboard is alerting, pull over and seek advice from your handbook or speak with the manufacturer/qualified motor technician.
Model Specific Meanings - Each make and model of car comprises a unique set of warning symbols. Please be aware that information relating to each of your vehicles warning symbols can be found in the driver handbook, along with relevant details on how to resolve the issue.
Multiple Indications - Not all warning lights refer to a single specific issue, many including the engine warning light can be triggered by numerous vehicle detections.
Act Promptly - Addressing and fixing a fault at an early stage can often reduce the possible impact it can have on your car, thus saving money on future repair bills that may arise if the issue is left to escalate into a bigger problem.
Written by Scott Kirby of Claytons MOT & Service Centre
