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Ever noticed a light blinking on your car\u2019s dashboard and wondered what it means? That\u2019s usually a warning light telling you there\u2019s either a small fault or a major issue with the vehicle. These lights shouldn\u2019t be ignored, but it\u2019s just as important to know what each one stands for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modern cars are smart enough to alert you not only to current problems but also to issues that could come up later. So, when a light appears, don\u2019t brush it aside; figure out why it\u2019s there and take action. In this blog, we\u2019ve listed the common car warning lights and the reasons they may show up. Take a careful look so you understand what each signal means.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Engine Light\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    The engine light shows up as a tiny engine-shaped symbol on the dashboard. People usually call it the \u2018Check Engine Light\u2019, and it\u2019s normally yellow or orange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    There are a few reasons why it comes on. It could just be a loose fuel cap. It could also mean there\u2019s a fault in the exhaust, the fuel injection, the ignition, or some other part of the engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If the light stays on without blinking, it doesn\u2019t mean the engine is about to fail, but it is a warning. You should still get it checked soon so you don\u2019t risk damage later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If the light keeps blinking, that\u2019s a more serious problem. In that case, head straight to a service centre or the nearest garage. Don\u2019t drive fast and don\u2019t keep changing gears too often; both will put more load on the engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Battery Light\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      The battery light is another car warning light you shouldn\u2019t ignore. It shows up as a small battery symbol with \u2018+\u2019 and \u2018\u2013\u2019 signs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      This light appears in both fuel cars and electric vehicles. In an EV, a yellow battery symbol (similar to the one on your phone) will blink when the charge is low. That\u2019s your cue to recharge right away. Don\u2019t drive long distances in this condition; head to a charging station and plug in as soon as you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      In petrol or diesel cars, the yellow battery symbol with the \u2018+\u2019 and \u2018\u2013\u2019 signs means something different. It could point to a defect in the voltage regulator, a wiring fault, or a problem with the alternator. If this light comes on, don\u2019t keep driving, because the car could stop suddenly if the battery drains out. Take it to a mechanic or service centre and have it checked without delay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Engine Overheating Light\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Is the car warning light on your digital instrument cluster shaped like a thermometer bulb? That\u2019s the engine overheating light, which means the engine in your car has become too hot. The most common reasons for this symbol appearing include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n