Warning Lights
This light shaped like an oil can means this fluid is low.
What is engine oil?
This gauge tells you how much gas is left in your car.
What is the fuel gauge?
You move this lever up or down to signal turns.
What is the turn signal?
This light reminds you to buckle up.
What is the seatbelt warning light?
This symbol looks like a gas pump and tells you this.
What is low fuel?
A red battery-shaped light means this system is failing.
What is the charging system/alternator?
This gauge measures how hot or cool your engine is running.
What is the temperature gauge?
You pull this lever to keep the car from rolling when parked.
What is the parking/emergency brake?
These inflate to protect passengers in a crash.
What are airbags?
A light shaped like a steering wheel often means this system is failing.
What is power steering?
A horseshoe-shaped light with an exclamation mark tells you about this.
What is tire pressure (TPMS)?
This gauge shows how fast your car is going.
What is the speedometer?
You push this button or switch to clear your windshield in rain.
What are windshield wipers?
This system helps prevent wheel lock-up when braking hard.
What is ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)?
This light tells you your car’s hood, trunk, or door isn’t closed properly.
What is the door/hood/trunk ajar light?
This light flashes when your wheels are slipping on ice or wet roads.
What is traction control/ESC?
This gauge shows the engine’s revolutions per minute (RPM).
What is the tachometer?
This switch controls your bright lights at night.
What are high beams?
This feature warns you if you leave your lane unintentionally.
What is lane departure warning?
This “brake” light can mean either your parking brake is engaged or this system has failed.
What is the brake system?
This light means your car will fail an emissions test if ignored.
What is the check engine light?
This gauge may indicate low pressure in the engine’s lubrication system
What is the oil pressure gauge?
This control adjusts how hot or cold the air inside the car feels.
What is the climate control/AC system?
This camera-based feature helps you see behind the car when backing up.
What is a backup/rearview camera?
This light with a car and a key means you may not be able to start your vehicle.
What is the security/immobilizer system?