Chevrolet Dashboard Warning Light Guide

Search common dashboard warning symbols and review their possible meanings, urgency, and recommended next steps. Symbols and instructions can vary by model year and trim.

Check Engine Light

Amber

Urgency: Medium

Engine/emissions system fault detected.

Next step: Have codes read; continue driving cautiously unless flashing.

Oil Pressure

Red

Urgency: High

Low oil pressure.

Next step: Stop safely, check oil level, do not drive until resolved.

Battery/Charging

Red

Urgency: High

Charging system fault.

Next step: Check battery/alternator; may stall.

Brake Warning

Red

Urgency: High

Brake system fault or parking brake engaged.

Next step: Check parking brake; inspect brakes immediately.

ABS

Amber

Urgency: Medium

Anti-lock brake system fault.

Next step: Brakes still work; service soon.

Tire Pressure (TPMS)

Amber

Urgency: Medium

Low tire pressure.

Next step: Check and inflate tires when cold.

Airbag/SRS

Red

Urgency: High

Airbag system fault.

Next step: Service promptly; airbags may not deploy.

Coolant Temperature

Red

Urgency: High

Engine overheating.

Next step: Stop, let cool, check coolant.

Seatbelt

Red

Urgency: Low

Seatbelt unfastened.

Next step: Fasten seatbelt.

Traction Control

Amber

Urgency: Low

Traction control active or fault.

Next step: Drive carefully; service if stays on.

Lane Departure

Amber

Urgency: Low

Lane departure system status.

Next step: Check camera/sensors.

Low Fuel

Amber

Urgency: Low

Low fuel level.

Next step: Refuel soon.

Consult the correct owner's manual for vehicle-specific symbols.

About the Chevrolet Dashboard Warning Light Guide

Dashboard warning lights can be confusing, especially when several appear at once. The Chevrolet Dashboard Warning Light Guide lets you search common warning symbols and review their possible meanings, urgency categories, and recommended next steps. Filter by name or color.

Symbols and instructions can vary by model year and trim; consult the correct owner's manual for your vehicle.

How it works

This tool searches a built-in reference list of common warning lights. No calculation is performed. Each entry includes a color, urgency, meaning, and recommended next step.

Color categories

  • Red: high urgency, stop or service promptly.
  • Amber or yellow: medium or low urgency, service soon.
  • Green or blue: informational.

Limitations

The list covers common symbols only. Your vehicle may use different symbols or colors. Always follow the owner's manual for your specific model year.

Frequently asked questions

What if a light is flashing?

A flashing check engine light often indicates a misfire. Reduce speed and have the vehicle inspected promptly.

Can I ignore a yellow light?

Yellow lights are usually less urgent but should not be ignored indefinitely; schedule service.

What does a red oil light mean?

It usually indicates low oil pressure. Stop safely and check oil level before driving further.

References