Engine oil pressure light is activated by two colors red and yellow. Coolant temperature lights are available in three colors green, yellow and red.
There are many types of warning lights on the dashboard of a car. Because it is closely related to the health of the car, these lights tell us whether the car is fit or unfit.
Many people are not aware of these lights and do not understand their usefulness and ignore them and go out on a drive. But the mistake that can easily get your claim denied is to fail.
There are usually three types of lights on the dashboard ...
Green: Whenever a sensor is activated in a car, a green light is activated. Can be driven in this condition.
Orange: If any light of this color is visible (except tire pressure) the vehicle can be driven.
Red: Even if some lights are seen in the red light, the car can be driven, such as airbags and brake lights. But the engine can be damaged if some lights come on and if the car is driven.
Let us know about three such lights, if the wool appears, you should stop the car there, as this engine can seize.
1. Engine oil pressure
There are two types of lights, Yellow and Red. If the yellow light is on, understand that the oil level in the engine is low. This mode can be driven, this is activated when the oil reaches the minimum level. Get the oil topped up as soon as possible in this condition. Driving in this condition can be dangerous if the red light is constantly popping up. So, stop the vehicle immediately whenever a red light appears on your dashboard as, if the vehicle continues to run for even 15 minutes, the engine may seize. Even a little carelessness can do you great harm. Check the oil level in this condition. If the red light persists even though there is enough oil, turn off the vehicle and take the vehicle to the workshop with the help of a towing vehicle. If the light is blinking and stopping as the RPM increases, it can be taken to the workshop / home by running in this condition. But stopping the car is a sensible step if it is constantly showing.
2. Coolant temperature
There are three types of lights - green, yellow and red. Green means the cooling system is OK and the engine is cool. Driving can also be done in this condition. Yellow means the level of coolant is low. It needs to be top-up as soon as possible. However, it is also possible to drive in this condition. But if the red light is activated, driving in this condition can be difficult. If you are driving when the red light is activated, the engine may seize within 15 minutes or the head gas kit may burst. After keeping the vehicle upright in this condition and waiting for half an hour, carefully open the coolant lid and top up the coolant. Check below that there is no leakage anywhere. If this happens consult a mechanic immediately. Therefore, be alert immediately if the red light of coolant temperature is constantly activated.
Note - Activation of both the above mentioned lights (engine-oil pressure and coolant temperature) can definitely damage the engine if careless.
3. Battery
This battery charger has an alert light. If this light is activated, the engine will not seize, but you can stop in the middle of any place. This means that the battery is not charging and almost all the circuits and electrical components inside the car are powered by the battery. Red light means that the battery is not charging and the maximum amount of power left in the battery The vehicle can be driven and then your engine will stop. So, try to deliver it to a safe place as soon as possible. If possible, check before leaving the house and do not drive if this light is found to be active.
If you see 3 warning lights on the dashboard, do not drive away from home, the engine may seize
