The yellow light on the instrument panel is on: causes
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It should be understood that the yellow light on the instrument panel may not turn on due to a blown fuse. To identify a defect, you need to look at the signals when starting the machine. They all light up temporarily and then go out during the system self-test. A signal that does not turn on needs to be changed.
The yellow light on the instrument panel warns of a dangerous situation on the road, a breakdown of vehicle systems or the need for repairs. The signal is informative and does not restrict the movement of the vehicle.
What do the yellow lights on the dashboard of a car usually mean?
When the engine is started, various lights on the display light up for a short time, then they go out. This is how the vehicle system is tested. Some indicators remain on, but they can be ignored. Others report serious problems.
The importance of the signal is determined by the color of the light bulb (as in traffic lights):
Red - a serious breakdown, urgently need to diagnose and repair. Driving is prohibited.
Green (blue) - the activated vehicle system (power steering) is operating normally.
When a yellow sign is lit on the scoreboard, this is a warning about non-critical malfunctions of components, certain parameters (for example, a lack of fuel, oil) or a dangerous situation on the highway (icy ice).
Yellow icons as a warning about the operation of automotive systems
Most new cars, even in the basic configuration, are equipped with electronic assistants. These are modules for dynamic stabilization of cars, slip protection, anti-lock wheels ABS and other systems. They turn on automatically when the set values \uXNUMXb\uXNUMXbare exceeded (speed, wet grip), and yellow lights on the instrument panel light up.
Warning signal system car and rencryption | |
Руль  | It is necessary to adapt the hydraulic or electric booster |
car with a key | Immobilizer not activated or defective |
"ASR" | Anti-skid system does not work |
Capacitance with waves | Not enough refrigerant in the tank |
glass washer  | Too little liquid in the tank or the module is clogged |
steam pipe | Catalyst overheated |
Cloudlet | Exhaust system problem |
"Oil Level"  | Engine lubrication level below normal |
Passenger wearing a seat belt and crossed out oval | Air bag problem |
«RSCA OFF» | Side airbags not working |
When these signals are turned on, the vehicle does not need to stop. But in order to avoid an emergency on the road, the driver will have to perform certain actions (for example, slow down or add coolant).
High priority indicators and their meaning | |
"ESP" | Problems in the stabilization module |
Engine | Failure in the electronic unit of the power plant |
Spiral | Activation of glow plugs. If the signal does not disappear after the car warms up, then the problem is with the diesel engine |
Zipper with staples | Electronic choke failure |
The inscription "AT" | Failure of the box "automatic" |
more important than the sign of the included handbrake
.Information function of yellow indicators
In addition to warning about malfunctions of vehicle components, icons can carry an informational load.
Dashboard alerts and decryption | |
Wrench in the middle of the car | ECU or transmission failure |
Exclamation mark in the center of the car | Defect with electrically driven hybrid motor |
Wavy track from the wheels of a car | A slippery section of the road was fixed by the directional stability system. This automatically reduces engine power to prevent wheel spin. |
Wrench | Scheduled maintenance reminder. The signal is reset after passing inspection |
Snowflake | Ice is possible on the road. Switches on at temperatures from 0 to +4 °C |
All lights when starting engine
It should be borne in mind that for different manufacturers, the appearance of the symbols may have a slight difference, but the decoding of notifications is standard for most machines.
The yellow light on the dashboard came on with an exclamation mark on the car
Volkswagen
A tire indicator labeled "Tire Pressure Monitoring" turns on when chamber compression drops. In this case, it is necessary to measure the pressure in the flat tire with a pressure gauge and adjust it to the desired value. If everything is normal, and the light does not go out, then you need to contact the service center to diagnose the system.
The gear symbol with the text "Automatic Gearbox" lights up when the gearbox is overheated, when gear shifting is not available, and other errors.
The round icon with outgoing beams turns on when there is a problem with outdoor lighting. Burnt out headlights need to be replaced. If everything is in order with them and their fuse has not expired, then the defect is with the wiring. It should be remembered that driving at night with faulty lamps is prohibited.
Skoda
A yellow triangle with an exclamation point (accompanied by text) means a certain problem has appeared (the volume of oil has greatly decreased, an electrician closes, etc.).
The gear warns of transmission overheating or failure of one of the components (clutch, synchronizer, shaft, etc.). It is necessary to turn off the car, and give time to cool the box.
A circle with side brackets warns of a brake failure.
A symbol with arrows and diagonal lines indicates a problem with the lamp tilt adjustment.
A light with a circular arrow indicates a malfunction in the Start-Stop module.
The lane crossing vehicle symbol (accompanied by sound) indicates that the vehicle is moving out of its lane. Also, the indicator turns on when the electronic tracking system fails.
Kia
A triangle with an exclamation point indicates a breakdown of 2 or more nodes.
The bulb with beams lights up at defect of light-emitting diodes of head headlights.
Lada
The steering wheel symbol with the engine running is a sign of a malfunction of the electric amplifier.
The signal with the image of the gear flashes when the automatic transmission clutch overheats. The light is on intermittently - diagnostics of the “machine” is required.
The image of a circle with side brackets flashes when the handbrake is activated. When the light is on continuously, there is a problem with the pads or brake fluid.
It should be understood that the yellow light on the instrument panel may not turn on due to a blown fuse. To identify a defect, you need to look at the signals when starting the machine. They all light up temporarily and then go out during the system self-test. A signal that does not turn on needs to be changed.
