{"id":3538,"date":"2018-09-26T14:17:38","date_gmt":"2018-09-26T14:17:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/sherwoodford\/?p=3468"},"modified":"2023-06-05T20:05:23","modified_gmt":"2023-06-05T20:05:23","slug":"most-common-ford-dashboard-warning-lights-and-what-they-mean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sherwoodford.ca\/blog\/most-common-ford-dashboard-warning-lights-and-what-they-mean\/","title":{"rendered":"What do the Ford Dashboard Warning Lights Indicate?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Most Common Ford Dashboard Lights and What They Mean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that your Ford vehicle can talk to you? It might not be with words and voices, but your model is made up of many sensors that can tell you if anything is going awry on board. There are plenty of ways to know when your Ford car is acting up a bit, so much so that it can be hard to pinpoint an actual issue. We\u2019re here to help, so join our Sherwood Ford<\/a> service team as we show you the most common Ford dashboard lights and what they mean for you \u2013 with this, it\u2019ll be much easier to understand what your vehicle is trying to say and remedy any problem<\/a> that might arise!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Adaptive Cruise Control<\/h3>\n

When you\u2019ve got your cruise control system on, you\u2019ll see this light come in in white. If it\u2019s fully engaged, it\u2019ll be green.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Anti-Lock Braking System<\/h3>\n

If you see this light come on, your ABS system is no longer functional \u2013 you\u2019ll still be able to brake normally, but be sure to get this looked at immediately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Auto Start-Stop<\/h3>\n

If outfitted with this technology, the Auto Start-Stop light will illuminate when your Ford vehicle is about to shut down at a halt.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Battery<\/h3>\n

Seeing the battery light come on usually means that something in your electrical system is faulty. In this case, see a certified professional (like us) as soon as you can.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Blind Spot Monitor<\/h3>\n

If your Blind Spot Monitor has turned off for some reason, you\u2019ll be notified (along with a corresponding display alert) on your dash.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Brake System<\/h3>\n

If your vehicle is on and you\u2019ve engaged your parking brake, you\u2019ll see this light appear. If you haven\u2019t engaged the brake, you might be low on fluid level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cruise Control<\/h3>\n

Much like Adaptive Cruise Control, if you have your normal cruise control light on, you\u2019ll see this shining on your dash.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Direction Indicator<\/h3>\n

You\u2019ll see this when you\u2019re signaling a turn or have your hazard lights illuminated. Keep note if it\u2019s blinking faster than normal, however; that could be a sign of a dim bulb.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Door Ajar<\/h3>\n

If one or more of your vehicle\u2019s doors are open, you\u2019ll be notified. This can be especially hazardous when you\u2019re driving, so be sure that all hatches are accounted for.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Electric Park Brake<\/h3>\n

Should your Ford vehicle be outfitted with an electric parking brake, you\u2019ll see this light come on when it has encountered a malfunction.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Engine Coolant Temperature<\/h3>\n

When your engine is running too hot for normal circumstances, this light will notify you. Turn off the engine and let it cool down as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Engine Oil<\/h3>\n

This light will start flashing if it detects an issue with your oil level or lubrication system. In this case, stop your Ford when it\u2019s safe and come see a professional.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fasten Safety Belt<\/h3>\n

Your Ford vehicle wants to make sure you\u2019re safe \u2013 you\u2019ll see this light come on if you haven\u2019t fastened your seat belt yet. Be sure to do so!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Front Airbag<\/h3>\n

This light should illuminate when you turn your Ford vehicle on, but if it doesn\u2019t, there might be an issue with your airbag system. If that\u2019s the case, you\u2019ll want to get it looked at soon.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Front Fog Lamps<\/h3>\n

If you need a little bit more visibility and turn on your vehicle\u2019s fog lamps, you\u2019ll be notified about you doing so by this light.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Heads Up Display<\/h3>\n

This line of red lights will come on your dashboard if you\u2019re operating with Adaptive Cruise Control or Collision Warning System engaged.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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High Beam<\/h3>\n

If you need to see greater distances at night and switch on your vehicle\u2019s high beams, this light will come on your dash to let you know.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Hood Ajar<\/h3>\n

You probably won\u2019t encounter this too often, but if you haven\u2019t closed your hood all the way and your ignition is on, you\u2019ll see this light appear.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Lane Keeping Aid<\/h3>\n

Ford models of today have Lane Keep Assist systems to help you stay secure on the highway. Once activated, this light will shine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Low Fuel Level<\/h3>\n

If your fuel level is registering under a gallon (or around 4 litres) this light will let you know. In this case, find a gas station and fill back up!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Low Tire Pressure Warning<\/h3>\n

When your Ford vehicle has a Tire Pressure Warning System installed, you\u2019ll see this light start to shine when it detects that your inflation levels are getting to an unsafe level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Parking Lamps<\/h3>\n

If you don\u2019t need the full scope of low-beam headlamps, and only switch on your parking lamps for the drive, this light will let you know.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Powertrain Fault<\/h3>\n

There may be something wrong with your powertrain or All-Wheel Drive system if you see this light show up on your dashboard.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Service Engine Soon<\/h3>\n

A problem with the emissions or exhaust system of your Ford vehicle will prompt the \u201cService Engine Soon\u201d or \u201cCheck Engine\u201d light to appear.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Stability Control<\/h3>\n

Usually found more during winter driving, this light will come on to let you know that stability control has been activated.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Stability Control Off<\/h3>\n

If you don\u2019t need stability control right now and turn it off, you\u2019ll see this light notifying you that it has been deactivated.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Trunk Ajar<\/h3>\n

If your Ford vehicle is on but your trunk (or rear liftgate) is not closed all the way, this light will come on to let you know.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Most Common Ford Dashboard Lights and What They Mean Did you know that your Ford vehicle can talk to you? It might not be with words and voices, but your model is made up of many sensors that can tell you if anything is going awry on board. There are plenty of ways to know […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":8250,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[53,57,58],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n