Who’s At Fault in a Car Accident? A Guide to Liability in Ohio
Posted in: Car Accidents
KNR Legal Blog
You may look at your dashboard one day and notice a light. A dashboard light is designed to warn you of a potential problem with your vehicle so that you can keep yourself safe and avoid serious repairs and accidents down the road. While it’s easy to determine what some dashboard lights mean, it can be difficult to figure out others. If you are wondering what the lights on your dash are trying to tell you, this handy guide is will be of great help.
If you sustain an injury in an accident that was the result of someone else’s negligence, call the Ohio car accident attorneys of Kisling, Nestico & Redick right away. Contact us today at 1-800-HURT-NOW.
If your check engine light comes on, a vehicle system such as your emission control or ignition is not working correctly. Although the check engine light doesn’t always signify an emergency, you should get your vehicle inspected as soon as possible after it appears.
When properly inflated, your tires can provide you with reliable traction and improved handling. If you notice a tire pressure light on your dash, your tires are likely underinflated and need more air. Stop at a local gas station to add some air to your tires, or visit a mechanic to have them checked.
Over time, oil can become contaminated with debris, dirt, and dust. As a result, your engine could be damaged. It’s likely time for an oil change or an oil inspection if your oil pressure light activates. Oil changes are usually recommended every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
When you are running low on fuel, your fuel light will turn on. As soon as you see this light, you should drive to the nearest gas station and fill up. It’s important to keep at least a fourth tank of gas in your vehicle to prevent issues with the fuel pump and fuel filter.
If your ABS light appears, there is a problem with your antilock braking system, and it is important for you to address it as soon as possible by visiting a mechanic. If you don’t do anything about this light, your braking system may not engage when you need to make an emergency stop.
Your windshield washer fluid light will activate if your vehicle’s washer fluid is low. When you see this light, you should add more fluid right away. If you do this, you can easily clean your windshield and enjoy clear visibility of the road.
The purpose of the engine temperature light is to inform you that your vehicle’s engine is too hot. If your air conditioning is running when it appears, you should turn it off, pull over and figure out what the issue may be.
A battery light means that the charging system in your vehicle is short of power and you are solely running on battery. If your battery lights turn out, turn off your air conditioning, heater, and stereo and refrain from using power windows and other electrically operated controls so that you can make it to a mechanic as quickly as possible.
To find out what the dash lights on your specific vehicle mean, it is a good idea to study the owner’s manual for your vehicle. By understanding what the lights on your dash are trying to tell you, you can reduce your risk of getting into an accident. However, if you do get injured in an accident that was not your fault, call Kisling, Nestico & Redick right away.
Contact us today at 1-800-HURT-NOW.