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There are several helpful features and components located in your Lexus model, and among those components are your Lexus dashboard warning light symbols. Knowing what these lights mean is key to being able to identify specific issues and determine how to save your vehicle from more severe problems.
At Ira Lexus of Danvers, we want to help drivers in North Andover, Peabody, and Danvers, MA, to better understand their vehicles. To do so, our team has put together a guide to your Lexus dashboard light warning symbols. Continue reading to find out more!
When you’re out on the road, you may see one of these lights come on, or even begin to flash, on your dashboard. Knowing the meaning behind these lights and symbols can go a long way toward helping you remain calm and act according to the situation.
There are a number of different symbols and colors that can appear to help convey the issue and the severity of the issue. Here, we’ve broken down a list of the warning lights and symbols you may see, and what each one means. Let’s take a closer look. . .
This light takes the form of an exclamation point inside a triangle and could mean a variety of things. It can point to something as serious as low oil pressure or merely provide a simple reminder that your door is ajar.
The Master Warning Light will typically come on at the same time as another warning light and may provide more information about the detected issue on your instrument panel.
This is also known as your Check Engine Light and looks like a small illustration of an engine. If this light comes on, it means your Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD) has detected a problem in your engine, transmission, or EVAP system.
If the light is flashing, it means a misfire has been detected in one of the cylinders, and you should not operate the vehicle to avoid further damage. Whether the light is flashing or solid, the best step to take is to go to the nearest service center to have the issue diagnosed.
This light’s symbol takes the form of a car battery and indicates an issue in your vehicle’s charging system. The charging system is made up of your car’s battery, alternator, regulator, and wiring harness, and is responsible for recharging the battery as you drive.
Depending on the issue and its severity, your car may still run for a while after this light comes on, or it may turn off immediately. Regardless, your next step should be to stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact the nearest service center.
This light displays the word “BRAKE” in red letters and indicates an issue in your vehicle’s braking system. The issue could be a variety of things, including:
Upon seeing this light, you should stop your vehicle in a safe place and immediately check the brake fluid, and then contact the nearest service center.
If you see the letters “ABS” appear on your dashboard, it indicates there’s an issue in your vehicle’s brake assist system or that it may have been deactivated. This system is designed to make it easier to brake in emergencies, so you may find it tougher to brake quickly if this light is on.
This warning light illuminates the letters “PCS” on your dashboard. It may indicate a malfunction in the system, but it may also operate depending on different situations:
This light looks like a horseshoe with an exclamation point inside it. This light indicates either that your tire has low inflation or is flat. If the light comes on after blinking for one minute, there may be a malfunction in the tire pressure warning system.
This is also known has the Parking Brake Indicator Light. This illuminates the word “PARK” in red letters and signifies your parking brake is either not fully engaged or not fully released.
This light is red and shaped like a thermometer and will be accompanied by a buzzer. It indicates that your vehicle’s engine is overheating. Immediately stop your vehicle in a safe place and allow your vehicle to cool down.
This light indicates that either a door or the trunk is not fully closed. Its symbol is a picture of a car with its front doors open and is usually accompanied by a warning buzzer.
This light appears as a steering wheel with an exclamation point next to it and indicates a malfunction in your vehicle’s Electric Power Steering. Immediately contact the nearest service center to repair the issue.
This light appears as a yellow gas pump and indicates that the remaining fuel in your tank is approximately 2.6 gallons or less.
Also known as the Airbag Light, this light indicates an issue with the Supplement Restraint System (SRS) and that your airbag may not deploy. It can be triggered by low voltage, a dead battery, a faulty passenger sensor, or damaged wires.
This light’s symbol looks like a passenger in a sitting position with their seatbelt buckled and a deployed airbag.
This light indicates that either the driver or a passenger has not fastened their seatbelt.
While these guides will inform you about what your Lexus dashboard warning light symbol means, they’ll also give you a few pointers along the way. They’ll show you how to differentiate between the indicators and warning symbols and what your reaction should be.
Get started by looking for your specific Lexus model on this page, then click to learn about the dashboard lights and indicator symbols so you can stay ready when you’re behind the wheel.
Is there a dashboard warning light symbol on in your Lexus? Contact us at Ira Lexus of Danvers for service. We’re always happy to help drivers in North Andover, Peabody, and Danvers, Massachusetts, keep their vehicles in great condition.
