What Does the Light On My Dashboard Mean?

Many drivers often wonder what the dashboard warning lights mean. Each light has a different meaning and it’s essential to pay attention to each one to ensure your Land Rover vehicle continues to perform at its best. Keep your vehicle safe for the Huntington roads and explore our guide to your warning lights, and don’t hesitate to contact our service center if you have any questions along the way. 

Dashboard Warning Lights & Their Meanings

What does the light on my dashboard mean? Below are the meanings of some of the less common, but still important, dashboard warning lights: 

Engine Warning Lights:

Coolant Temp Warning – When your coolant levels are off, your fan isn’t working properly, or if the coolant is leaking, this light will come on.

Cruise Control – The light will remain illuminated as long as you’re using cruise control. 

Reduced Power Warning – If this light is on, you need to have the engine serviced, as there’s some part of it that’s malfunctioning.

Service Vehicle – Usually this light comes on when an electrical issue occurs.

Brake System Warning Lights:

Brake System – There’s an issue with your brakes like the brake fluid is too low or there’s an ABS problem.

Traction Control or ESP – Your vehicle’s electronic stability system is being utilized.

Safety & Informative Warning Lights:

Security Alert – If your ignition switch is locked, or a door is left ajar, this light indicates either a tech malfunction or alerts you of the open door.

Fog Lamp – Your brights are on.

Airbag Fault – This light typically appears once the car has been started to indicate there’s a fault in the airbag system, and you should bring your vehicle in for repairs.

Washer Fluid Reminder – Your washer fluid is low and needs to be replaced.

Tires Warning Lights: 

Tire Pressure Warning Light– The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) has detected that one or more of your tires has a tire pressure rating that’s too low or too high. You should have your tires’ PSI adjusted to the recommended levels as soon as possible to avoid complications. 

Get More Details About Your Dashboard Warning Lights at Land Rover Charleston!

We’ve answered, “what does the light on my dashboard mean?”, and our team is standing by to answer any questions that you may have. Contact our service center and we’ll help diagnose and fix your vehicle’s issues.