When you’re in the market for a used vehicle, its overall health and longevity is paramount. That’s why it’s so important to constantly keep tabs on your car’s dashboard, because if a warning light were to start flashing it’s good to know what’s going on. Today we’ll take you through the most common dashboard warning lights and their meanings, so if you ever encounter them you’ll be prepared!
Four most common dashboard warning lights
Check Engine Light
Especially in older vehicles, the check engine light is one of the most common that will come on. Numerous factors such as a bad O2 sensor, loose belts and rotors, or just excess water inside could all be a cause for its flashing, but in any case it’s never a bad idea to get it checked out right away!
Low Fuel Light
If you’ve ever been on a long car trip and lost track of your mileage, you’ve likely seen the low fuel light flash in front of you. Most of the time, this light will appear when your tank has a gallon or so of gas left, which means that you’ll have anywhere between 25 and 50 miles to fill back up.
Low Oil Light
Another common signal is the low oil light, which generally indicates that you’re down to under a quart left in your engine. Since your vehicle depends on its oil reserves to lubricate your motor, gears, transmission and most others, seeing this light means that you should take care of the problem as soon as you can!
Highbeam / Fog Light Indicator
If you’ve been driving down a dark or foggy road, it’s a safe bet that you’ve either turned on your highbeams or fog lights. While this is totally acceptable, leaving your highbeams on for too long is discouraged in most jurisdictions. If you don’t have a reason to keep them shining, this indicator will tell you to turn it down a notch.
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Contact us at Carville’s Auto Mart
If you notice any other weird lights shining on your dash and you’re wondering why, feel free to contact us here at Carville’s Auto Mart. We can help you diagnose the problem so you can get back out on the road with confidence.