Toyota Vehicle Service Warning Indicators
Sooner or later, your Toyota will try to tell you something important through its warning indicators. These lights cover performance, maintenance, safety, and repair issues. Knowing the info your dashboard indicators convey will help you drive confidently. Ten common indicator details follow.
Airbag Fault
For your safety, schedule a repair appointment if this light appears. It indicates a fault within your airbag system.
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Consider this light your prompt to stop for gas. The fuel level that activates this light varies. See your owner's manual for your specific Toyota model.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
Low oil pressure is dangerous to your engine. Do not run it until you solve this problem. Adding oil may help if you find your oil level below the required range. Alternatively, you may need a new oil pump, which we can professionally install.
Service Vehicle Soon
A vehicle will light this indicator for a range of reasons, most of which are minor. You may need a repair, an oil change or other maintenance. Schedule a service appointment at Toyota of Deerfield Beach, and we can expertly determine your vehicle's needs and address them.
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
Your dash's TPMS indicator features an exclamation point over a poorly inflated tire. In response to this indicator, adjust your tires to the air pressure recommended in your owner's manual. This light should disappear when you restart your drive. If it does not, it may indicate other issues. Seek professional service to inspect your tires.
Slip Indicator
Models that feature traction control and stability control have a slip indicator. It flashes when one of those components responds to a loss of traction or stability. If your slip indicator ever lights for a sustained period, bring your vehicle for expert service. Your traction system may have a mechanical problem.
Charging System Warning Light
You might consider this your battery light due to its symbol, but it indicates a problem within the battery's charging system. Through time and usage, that system's components can deteriorate. Frequently, a new alternator is the solution, but a different part may be needed instead. Our professional techs can find the right answer.
Brake System
Please treat this light seriously. It may indicate a loss of safe brake pressure. Avoid driving until we assess and service your brake system.
Open Door Warning Light
This familiar light lets you know a door or hatch is open. If it won't turn off after you secure your doors, check for items blocking your latch sensors.
Coolant Level Warning
Coolant provides heat protection to your engine. A lack of coolant ruins it. When you see this light, turn off your engine. Do not drive your car again until you find and fix your coolant leak.
