What are the warning lights on a Volvo?

We have created this dashboard lights meaning guide and will show you how to deal with an engine light, airbag warning light, ABS light and all of the other car warning signs on your Volvo dashboard. Select your vehicle below to see the dashboard layout and symbols/warning lights.

When does the brake warning light come on?

Brake Warning Light Indicator light turns on when the handbrake is on. If it lit continuously, it means that hydraulic pressure has been lost in one side of the brake system or that the fluid level in the master cylinder is dangerously low (due to a leak somewhere in the brake system).

What do the symbols on my car headlights mean?

These symbols are usually blue, green, or yellow in colour. Indicator light means that the vehicles dipped beam is on. Click Indicator light means that there is an exterior light on the vehicle that is not functioning properly. Click Indicator light means your car’s high beam headlights are on, or if the high beam flash function is used. Click

When does an indicator light turn on on a car?

Indicator light turns on whenever the engine is turned on to check the bulb. If the light stays illuminated, the car’s diagnostic systems have detected a malfunction that needs to be investigated.

How does the service warning light on a Volvo S40 work?

Volvo S40 service warning light – the service dash light will illuminate on the dashboard to remind you that it is time for your S40 to have a service. The lamp will stay switched on for 2 minutes after switching on the engine. The light will come on depending on 3 items – whatever occurs first

Why is my position light out on my Volvo?

You have a tail light out (67 bulb), your position light warning will go away when it is replaced. If replacing one doesn’t work, replace them all. Another thing to check is your headlights. Volvos are weird about headlights. If they are differnet brands this will often cause a bulb failure light.

When to check oil pressure on Volvo S40?

Volvo S40 low oil pressure warning light – the oil can warning dash lamp will illuminate when the oil pressure is too low. You should switch off the engine and check your oil levels as soon as possible. After hard driving, the light will come on when at idle, this is normal provided it goes off again when the engine speed increases.

How to diagnose ABS on a Volvo S40?

You can diagnose the ABS system on your Volvo S40 with the iCarsoft VOL V1.0 Volvo OBD Code Reader. It will tell you exactly where the fault is, and once the fault is fixed you can erase the fault codes and remove the ABS warning light.

How to reset the service light on the Volvo 850?

How to reset the service light on the Volvo 850, 1993, 1994 and 1995 year models. – Auto Care Series – YouTube If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.

What do all the warning lights on my car mean?

These are the indicators that will be shown on your instrument panel along with one of those above. These below, particularly the Slip Indicator symbol – the skidding car – invariably are more noticeable, and thus draw the most attention.

Why are there so many Danger Lights On my Car?

‘Danger’ is in quotes because the systems only come into play in extreme circumstances, and are rarely needed in normal driving conditions. Nothing troubles drivers more than the image of a car with skid marks behind it. However, your vehicle will not go out of control on its own, despite the multiple trouble lights.

What’s the ABS code on my Volvo 850?

I intentionally unplugged my 1996 Volvo 850’s ABS pump to trigger an ABS code for the purpose of this blog. As can be expected, this illuminated the ABS and TRACS lights when the vehicle was driven and a code was stored. More than likely this code would have reset itself if I plugged the pump back in and drove the car.

Can a Volvo 850 service light be reset?

More than likely this code would have reset itself if I plugged the pump back in and drove the car. Volvo’s ABS is nice like that. On the other hand, SRS Airbag codes don’t go away on their own – they stick. The SRS issue must be fixed and only then will the system allow the light to be turned off.

What does brake light signal do on Volvo 850?

During braking, signal from brake light puts control module into standby mode. If any wheels start to lock, control module activates hydraulic modulator which adjusts hydraulic pressure. Control module also receives a brake pedal position signal from pedal sensor (in master cylinder) during braking.

How to diagnose a fault in a Volvo S40?

To diagnose the engine fault within your Volvo S40 we recommend using the iCarsoft VOL V1.0 Volvo OBD Code Reader which will diagnose & clear the faults codes and allow you to reset the engine warning light. Volvo S40 ABS dash warning light – the ABS warning lamp will turn on if there is a fault within the Volvo S40 braking system.

Where is the airbag warning light on a Volvo S40?

Volvo S40 airbag warning light – the airbag warning lamp will typically illuminate on the dash of your S40 if there is a disturbance in the connections of the airbag system circuit.

What does the Volvo S40 P parking brake mean?

Volvo S40 P Parking brake engaged – simply means that the parking brake is at the ON position. You should use the parking brake regularly to ensure it is working properly. Volvo S40 low oil pressure warning light – the oil can warning dash lamp will illuminate when the oil pressure is too low.

What do the symbols on a Volvo mean?

Car symbols, or dashboard lights, are a car service reminder. The Volvo Service Reminder Indicator lets you know when your car needs service.

What are the warning lights on a Volvo?