This can indicate a fault with the anti-lock brake system (ABS). Your car will still have regular brakes, but no anti-lock function, so take your vehicle to your local Honda service centre to find out what’s happening.

The automatic brake hold system is on – but it may be out of use. See ‘Automatic brake hold indicator’ for details.

This indicates a potential problem with your battery charging and applies to both petrol and diesel engine cars as well as EVs. Head to your nearest Honda service centre to get it checked.

This light indicates an issue with the electric power steering (EPS) or driver attention monitoring systems. Get it checked by a Honda service centre. 

This light will appear if the engine coolant temperature gets too high. Pull over as soon as it is safe and open the bonnet to help it cool down, but only if you don’t see any steam as the engine could be dangerously hot. Once it’s cooled, visit your nearest Honda service centre. 

The oil can symbol denotes your oil pressure is low and only applies to petrol / diesel engines, and not EVs. It’s easy to check the oil level by opening the bonnet and checking the dipstick.

Always let the engine cool for at least three minutes before opening as it will be very hot. Top up to the specified level if it’s low. If the level is fine or the light doesn’t go off after topping-up the oil, contact your local Honda service centre. 

If the oil can with an exclamation mark lights up when your engine is on, the oil level sensor needs checking at your local Honda service centre. 

If this symbol appears when you’re driving, you should stop as soon as possible as it means a door is open.

While stopped: This light indicates the parking brake is on and will switch off automatically after 30 seconds (newer models). If you’re in an older Honda and this light appears whilst driving, check you’re not driving with the parking brake applied. 

While driving: If this comes on while moving, stop immediately as the brake fluid might be low or there might be a problem with the brake system. Visit your local Honda service centre to get this investigated. 

This means someone needs to fasten their seatbelt, but it can also be triggered by a heavy shopping bag or dog on the seat!

The SRS warning light will be illuminated if the airbag has been disabled. This will need attention as soon as possible as it means the airbags will not deploy if they need to.

If you see this warning light, it could mean there is a fault with the suspension.

When the adjustable speed limiter button is pressed, this light will show and the vehicle won’t be able to exceed the given speed.

If your vehicle has auto idle stop it means the vehicle will stop when idle to preserve fuel. If the warning light is green, it’s functioning correctly. If it’s amber, a fault has been detected.

The blind sport warning will alert you if it detects a car on either side of your vehicle. The symbol will appear on the relevant wing mirror and you may hear an alert sound.

Your daytime running lights are an extra safety measure to help make it easier for people to see you during the day. You’ll know they’ve been activated when you see this symbol.

Diesel cars have filters which trap harmful particulates. It this warning light appears on your dashboard, you can regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of 37mph until it disappears. If the light reappears with an exclamation mark, the filter may need to be replaced.

The engine has multiple sensors along with the exhaust system. There could be many reasons why this warning symbol has appeared, so it should be taken to a garage as soon as possible.

This system works with the Lane Departure Warning System and will apply the brakes if there is a hazard detected. This is when you’ll see this light.

When the fuel level warning light appears, it is a warning to drivers that they need to fill up. There will still be fuel in the tank, but not much. The fuel light tends to appear when there is less than 10% in the tank.

This light will only appear on diesel cars. A sign of wear-and-tear, glow plugs help a vehicle start in cold weather. If the light stays on when car is driving, they may need to be replaced.

If your car is equipped with a Lane Departure Warning System, this light will alert the driver if the car is veering out of its lane.

This indicator comes on if there’s a problem with the electric parking brake system. If it stays on, avoid using your parking brake (if you must stop, in manual cars park in-gear, in automatic cars use P)

This shows there’s a problem with the electric vehicle system or plug-in charging system. Have it checked by your local Honda service centre. 

The ready indicator comes on when the vehicle is ready to drive.

This warning light will let you know that your rear fog lights are on.

If you notice this warning light, it means your car is due a routine service – either an oil and filter change, or a full service. Your local Honda service centre will be able to assist with this. 

If your Honda is equipped with a smart entry system, this light could signify an issue with the starting system for the push button.

This is one of the more commonly seen warning lights and means one or more of your tyre pressures are low. Drive to the nearest petrol station or use an at-home trye inflator to inflate the tyre to the correct level as specified in your manual. If the light re-appears you may need a new tyre.

All new Honda's have this warning symbol installed. It’s part of a system which can help prevent your vehicle from skidding. If this light is on, it could mean the VSA has been turned off or that an inspection is needed.

This sign usually means you should top up your washer fluid. It can be dangerous to drive with a dirty windscreen – so it’s important to keep your screen wash at optimum levels.

This light should appear when adaptive cruise control is turned on.

ECON mode is fitted to help make your Honda as efficient as possible. When this button is pressed it will maximise the car’s efficiency by adjusting various elements, such as the air-conditioning.

Comes on for a few seconds when the power mode’s on, and when the car’s being moved by the electric motor.

Comes on when you switch the power mode to ‘on’ and when the car’s in EV mode.

This light will appear when you activate your front fog lights.

This warning symbol appears when your lights are turned on. It will disappear once the lights are switched off.

When you use your indictor, the arrow corresponding with the direction you’ve chosen will light green. You will usually hear clicking noise too.

High beam will automatically come on when low light is detected.

This light reminds you that your high beams are on.