The Troubleshooters Guide to Honda Dashboard Warning Lights

Oh, the horror… a rogue warning light on your Honda’s dashboard! It’s like being ambushed by an unexpected pop quiz or finding out your favorite ice cream shop ran out of your favorite flavor. It’s troublesome, it’s nerve-wracking, and it’s enough to make any Honda owner break into a cold sweat. But fret not, my friend, for the following guide will inform you on how to proceed and rescue you from the clutches of dashboard confusion.

A good rule of thumb is to treat the color of each symbol just as you would a stoplight. Red indicates a serious problem and demands immediate attention. Yellow means that you should drive with caution and get the problem checked on as soon as you can. Green Lights, have no-fear as they mean all things are running smooth!

The Honda dashboard warning lights mentioned below can be found on virtually every Honda vehicle within the last three decades.

	Braking System Failure: There may a potential failure in your braking system. If you see this symbol while driving, we advise you to pull safely off the road, park your vehicle and call roadside assistance to tow it to Germain Honda of Ann Arbor.
	Brake System/Parking Brake: The parking brake is on, remember to turn it off before driving.
	Low Oil Pressure: Oil sensor &mash; bring in for service. Low Oil Pressure can mean your engine is no longer being lubricated and driving could destroy internal engine components. We recommend turning the engine off as soon as safely possible, and calling for roadside assistance to tow the vehicle to the dealership.
	Charging system failure: Without electrical power, your car can die and leave you stranded. Find a safe place to pull over, park the vehicle, and call for roadside assistance immediately.
	Supplemental Restraint System: There may be a problem with the airbags which means they may not deploy when in a crash. Do not drive your vehicle. Call for roadside assistance to have your vehicle towed to the dealerships for repair.
	Smart Entry System: Your car may have an issue with its smart entry system or push button starting system.
	Check Engine Light: Engine emission malfunction — bring in for service.
	Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS): If there is an ABS malfunction, the warning light comes on in combination with the brake warning light.
	Tire Pressure Monitoring System: Tire pressure is low which means you may have to put air in your tires.
	High Temperature: Your vehicle is overheating.
	Low Temperature: Your vehicle is too cold.
	Daytime Running Lights: Your daytime running lights are on.
	Vehicle Stability Assist System: VSA is on or there’s an issue with the VSA system.
	Electric Power Steering: There’s a malfunction in the EPS system.
	Seat Belt Reminder: If you’re not wearing your seatbelt, this reminder will pop up.
	Door Open: A door is open.
	Trunk Open: Your trunk is open.
	Low Fuel: Your vehicle is low on fuel and you should get fuel soon.
	Washer Fluid Level: Your vehicle needs more washer fluid.

	System Message: This icon will pop up along with another icon meaning there’s a message on your multi-information display.
	Maintenance Reminder: Reminder that it’s time for routine maintenance.
	Immobilizer: Your vehicle doesn’t recognize your key or remote transmitter which means you may not be able to start the engine.
	VSA Off: Reminds you that your VSA is off.
	Cruise Main On: Cruise Main is on.
	Cruise Control On: The cruise control is on.
	Turn Signals: Your turn signal is on.
	Fog Lights On: Indication that your fog lights are on.
	High Beams On: Indication that your high beams are on.
	Exterior Lights On: Indication that your exterior lights are on.
	ECON Mode On: Your ECON mode is on.
	Lane Keeping Assist System: The LKAS is on.
	Collision Mitigation Braking System: The CMBS is on.
	Road Departure Mitigation: The RDM system is on.
	Blind Spot Warning: There’s a vehicle in your blind spot.
	All-Wheel Drive: Your vehicle is on all-wheel drive.
	Auto Idle Stop: Auto Idle Stop is on.
	Adaptive Cruise Control: You are currently using Adaptive Cruise Control.
	Auto High Beam System: Your high beam lights are being automatically controlled