What Warning Lights Should You Never Ignore?

Honestly, all of the warning lights on your car’s dashboard are crucial. That’s why your car’s manufacturer chooses carefully where to put the light itself and which issues deserve a warning light. Here’s some more information about warning lights from HRS AutoCare.

You never want to ignore the check engine light. The reality is that even though this is a scary light, the problem is almost always a small one that will eventually get bigger. The one way to guarantee the problem will get bigger is to ignore the check engine light.

Heat is your engine’s biggest foe. If the temperature gets too hot within the engine, you may see a temperature warning light. That’s your sign that the car is either about to overheat or has overheated. Ignoring this light can cause significant engine damage.

Oil pressure is also crucial to keeping your car’s engine functioning. Sometimes you may not have an oil pressure light, but a light that indicates problems with the oil. Regardless of the purpose of your car’s oil light, take action if you see it light up.

Electrical issues are nothing to ignore, either. Your car’s battery is the one thing that ensures the engine has the power it needs to get running, so if you see the battery light it’s time to get the battery tested. The problem could actually be in the alternator, too, so get both tested.

The tire pressure light might be one that you’re most familiar with overall. This is a light that tells you when your tires are underinflated. Some dashboard warning lights even tell you which tire is having the issue. If this light is on, you’ve lost possibly up to 25 percent of the air pressure in that tire, so it’s crucial to add air.

If you’re in the habit if using your parking brake you may be familiar with your car’s brake light. Seeing this light while you’re driving is pretty much bad news. It likely means that you’ve got a problem with your brake system somewhere, whether that means that damage has been detected or you’ve lost significant amounts of brake fluid.

Every warning light that you might see gives you vital information. You don’t have to decipher the clues alone, though. Call HRS AutoCare in Nicholasville, KY today and we’ll help you make sure your car is alright.