Car warning lights and what they mean
The warning lights on the dashboard tell you about the condition of your car. Red usually means urgent, yellow means a fault that needs attention.
You will need
- The car's owner's manual
Steps
Know the colours
Red: stop safely. Yellow: have it checked soon. Green or blue: information.
Oil pressure
Coolant
Battery
Engine warning light
Brakes
Tyre pressure
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