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Check engine
Can I keep driving? Steady: yes, for now. Flashing: slow down and call us.
What it means The engine computer stored a fault code. It can be anything from a loose gas cap to an active misfire.
What to do Tighten the gas cap. If it’s steady, book a scan soon. If it’s flashing, avoid hard acceleration and get it checked right away to protect the catalytic converter. Check engine diagnostics Red · Serious
Battery / charging
Can I keep driving? Only a short distance. Head straight to us.
What it means The charging system isn’t keeping up. Usually the alternator or belt, sometimes the battery or a cable.
What to do Turn off everything you can (radio, heated seats, AC) and drive directly to a shop. If the car shuts off, it won’t restart without a jump. Jump-start guide Red · Serious
Engine temperature
Can I keep driving? No. Pull over as soon as it’s safe.
What it means The engine is overheating. Low coolant, a leak, a stuck thermostat or a failed fan or water pump.
What to do AC off, heat on full hot, pull over and shut it off. Don’t open the radiator cap while it’s hot. Overheating guide Red · Serious
Brake system
Can I keep driving? Check the parking brake. If it’s off, drive carefully to us.
What it means The parking brake is on, brake fluid is low, or there’s a fault in the brake system.
What to do Make sure the parking brake is fully released. If the light stays on or the pedal feels soft, have the brakes checked before driving far. Brake repair Amber · Soon
ABS
Can I keep driving? Yes, carefully. Normal brakes still work.
What it means The anti-lock system has a fault, often a wheel speed sensor. Your regular brakes work, but won’t pulse in a hard stop.
What to do Leave extra stopping distance, especially in snow, and book a scan. Brake repair Amber · Soon
Traction / stability
Can I keep driving? Flashing: it’s working, ease off. Steady: yes, carefully.
What it means Flashing means the system is catching a slide right now. Steady means it’s switched off or has a fault.
What to do If it’s flashing, slow down. If it stays on, check that you didn’t switch it off, then book a scan. Winter driving guide Amber · Soon
Power steering
Can I keep driving? Yes, but steering may feel heavy.
What it means The power steering system has a fault. On newer cars it’s electric, so low voltage can trigger it too.
What to do Drive carefully, avoid tight parking-lot maneuvers if it’s heavy, and book a visit. Suspension & steering