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Nissan Vehicle Service Warning Indicators
Nissan vehicles can communicate with us through their dashboard warning lights. These warning indicators alert us to maintenance needs and worn parts. We provide 10 common light descriptions on this page. Check your owner's manual for additional lights that may be present on your dashboard.
Airbag Fault
This warning light indicates a problem in your airbag system or your supplemental restraint system. Until you get the problem repaired, your airbags may not properly deploy. Seek professional service as soon as possible.
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
The low fuel light indicates low gas in your tank. Plan to stop for gas anytime this light appears. It will keep you from accidentally running out of fuel.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
It's unwise to run your car with this indicator lit. Low oil pressure damages engines. Adding oil may turn off this light. When the light stays lit despite sufficient oil, you should seek professional service.
Service Vehicle Soon
This light is usually a heads-up to schedule a service appointment soon. Your car may need scheduled maintenance like an oil change, or its control module may have discovered a minor fault that requires repair. In your owner's manual, you should find a range of reasons your car could illuminate this light.
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
You usually need to add air to your tires if you see this light. Look on your driver's doorjamb for your car's recommended tire pressure. This light should turn off when you restart your car. If it doesn't, you should schedule a service appointment for your TPMS components.
Slip Indicator
Your car reacts to slippage through traction and stability components. When they engage, this indicator light flashes. If this light glows on a dry day, with optimal driving conditions, get your traction control or vehicle stability control components serviced.
Charging System Warning Light
This light may include a battery symbol. It signifies a fault in your battery-charging system. Often, the problem is a worn alternator, but a few other potential issues exist. Schedule a service for a proper diagnosis and repair.
Brake System
You likely have a brake-line problem if this indicator appears. It could be very serious and result in brake loss. Do not drive your car until you get this issue professionally repaired.
Open Door Warning Light
You may hear a bell when you get this indicator. It warns of an open door or rear hatch. As you secure your doors, look for items hanging across doorjambs. Do not drive with open doors.
Coolant Level Warning
Your vehicle's engine relies on coolant. Low coolant produces high temperatures. Turn off your car, and do not drive it with low coolant. Driving without fixing a coolant-system issue always causes severe engine damage.