Learn to recognize the various dashboard warning lights on your Honda, and you will be on your way to keeping your vehicle in top shape. Some lights indicate an emergency and that you need to bring your vehicle to the mechanic as soon as possible. Other lights are simply friendly reminders, such as that you need to put on your seatbelt or that a door is open. Knowing the differences lets you stay safe at all times.
Think about Color
You will notice that the lights on your Honda’s dashboard may be blue, red, green, or yellow. Each of these has a different meaning. Lights that are blue or green don’t require any action on your part; they are just there to let you know that a certain system is fully functional. If a light is orange or yellow, you should have the relevant component of your Honda serviced in the near future. Make the appointment for as soon as you can, but it is not an emergency. In the case of a red light, there is a potentially serious issue involving safety or your vehicle. In some cases, this light also indicates a reminder of some sort.
The Crucial Symbols
There are dozens of warning light icons that can appear on your Honda’s dashboard when driving around Birmingham. You can find a detailed guide online or in your owner’s manual. There are some icons, however, that you should always be familiar with, as they typically indicate a serious issue. The word “BRAKE” indicates an issue with your brakes. The indicators for the engine oil warnings involve a can of oil that is in the same shape as the traditional genie lamp with a drop coming out. If the image of a battery appears, this indicates something related to the charging system. A thermometer with waves indicating liquid underneath shows an issue with the engine coolant temperature.
The team at the Brannon Honda service center in Birmingham, Alabama, can tell you what a given warning indicator light means and work with you to resolve the problem.
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