- If you need clarification, ask it in the comment box above.
- Better answers use proper spelling and grammar.
- Provide details, support with references or personal experience.
Tell us some more! Your answer needs to include more details to help people.You can't post answers that contain an email address.Please enter a valid email address.The email address entered is already associated to an account.Login to postPlease use English characters only.
Tip: The max point reward for answering a question is 15.
Some cars have these included with accessories. If your other accessories work, then your windshield wiper motor requires replacement. Otherwise, read the inside cover of the fuse box the symbol for windshield wipers looks like a windscreen with two wiper blades on it.
I have a mini cooper and every so often symbols come on when I first start up the car. Evidently this is the only time these symbols come on (versus staying on if there is a problem) which is a hassle, because its hard to remember what they are. But here is a list I found to help other Mini drivers like myself:
Oil Pressure Warning Light. This symbol light usually is turned on when the ECU of the car detects any problem with the oil pressure. It usually indicates that the engine oil level is too low. Solution: Stop the car immediately, switch off the engine, and wait until the engine is cool down, top up the engine oil if the level is low. If the light is still on, consult any mechanic. P/S: This light is usually on when you switch on the ignition and it should be gone as soon as the engine starts.
Battery Charge Warning Light. If the light is on during the car is running, it indicates that the car batteryis not charge. It could be some faulty of the charging system. Solution: Consult any mechanic.
Brake System Warning Light. If the e-brake or handbrake is engaged, the light will on. If the light remains illuminated after the handbrake is released, it may indicate brake fluid level is low. If the fluid level is correct, it may be the sensor fault.
ABS Warning Light. If the light is on while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the ABS system.Solution: Consult a mechanic as soon as possible.
Warning light - Unidentified problem. Computer or ECU in the car sometimes hardly knows what the problem is. It usually indicates the car needs to be serviced.
Engine Warning Light/OBD Indicator. You can always see this symbol in mostthe cars. If the light is on, it indicates that the car should be serviced. It could probably the engine malfunction or some other problems related to the car engine.
Low Fuel. It's LOWWWWWWWWW FUEL, Please refill!
High Beam Light. This symbol light is on when the driver turn on the high beam mode of the headlights. If the light is on when high beam is off, it could be the sensor's fault.
Windshield Wash Symbols. Most of the new car has windshield wash, therefore this icon is common for most of the cars. The symbol notifies the driver when the windshield wipers are activated.
Windshield Defrost. It is turned on once the driver presses the windshield defrost button.
Fuel Filter Water Trap. This symbol is normal but ONLY for diesel engines car. If the light is on while driving the car, it indicates water is detected in the fuel filter. Solution: It is usually safe to drive the car but have to get the water in the fuel filter drained off as soon as possible.
Temperature Warning Light. The symbol looks like a thermometer. It warns the driver that the engine is overheating. Solution: Find a safe place and stop the car immediately.
Fog Beam Indicator. This is pretty basic and pretty simple. If the fog beam is on, the symbol illuminates.
ORIGINAL SOURCE ARTICLE:
http://www.malaysiaminiiover.com/car-dashboard-symbols.htm
This sounds like your coolant reservoir. The antifreeze will have a midline mark to fill it. It also might be for your windshield washer solution. Fill that reservoir with a good quality solution such as Rain-ex.
do you have a owner manual.there should be a diagram there.does it look like a radiator.you need to add anti-freez. or could be windshield washer fluid level is low.
Have you checked the thermostat and/or the coolant level? SAFETY: DO NOT DO ANY OF THIS WHILE THE ENGINE IS HOT!
To check the coolant level, open the hood and look for a plastic cap with the thermometer symbol on it. (Do not confuse this with the windshield washer reservior, which has a windshield symbol on it). With the engine cold, look through the translucent plastic and compare the coolant level to the raised markings on the reservior. Fill as needed with a 50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water.
To find the thermostat housing, follow the radiator hoses back to where they enter the engine block. You should see a hemispherical housing held on with two bolts. That is the thermostat housing. Remove the bolts and the thermostat, being careful to note how everything was positioned. Replace the housing and refill any lost coolant. Realize that we are still in the diagnostic phase. Run the engine until you are satisfied that it is not over-heating. It will not hurt the engine to run without a thermostat, but your heater will not work. To install a new thermostat, remove the housing and clean off all the old gasket and install the new one that comes with a new thermostat (if you do not clean off all the old gasket before installing the new one it will probably leak). Put the new thermostat in place in the same position as the old one, replace the housing and refill any lost coolant.
I believe this is your windshield washer fluid light. Under the hood, you should find the cap with the same symbol. Put some windshield washer fluid in the tank and the light should go away.
×