Nissan Sentra Dashboard Symbols

Many drivers across the St. Charles, St. Louis, and O'Fallon areas consider their dashboard symbols a harbinger of doom. Although it can be stressful and scary when one of these lights comes on in your Nissan Sentra, you should learn the meaning behind them before you start to worry.

In this article, we'll show drivers like you the differences between indicator lights and warning lights. You'll learn what each symbol means and what you should do when they appear while driving. This is your Nissan Sentra dashboard symbols guide.

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Dashboard Symbols: Indicator Lights and Warning Lights

There are two different types of dashboard symbols you should be aware of. Indicator lights aren't anything to worry about. They're simple reminders of systems you've activated, or they're mild suggestions. Warning lights, on the other hand, should be taken seriously. These lights indicate a malfunction with a specific component of your vehicle. In these situations, you'll need to act fast. 

Dashboard Symbols: Indicator Lights

• Cruise Indicator Light: Whenever you activate your cruise control, this light will appear to keep you reminded that the system is on. Once cruise control is disengaged, the light will go away. 

• Front Passenger Airbag Status Light: This light will be lit regardless of whether there's a front passenger. If the seat is unoccupied, this light will be off. 

• High Beam Indicator Light: When you turn on your high beams, this light will appear. Once you've deactivated your high beams, this light will turn off. 

• Slip Indicator Light: When your Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system activates, this light will appear. Your VDC is an active safety feature that activates in instances of low traction and wheel slip. 

Dashboard Symbols: Warning Lights

• Charge Warning Light: This light is letting you know that your charging system is malfunctioning. It's recommended you pull over to safety and check your generator belt. If the light remains on, your battery will run out of a charge and the vehicle won't be able to run. 

• Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light: If this light flickers, or simply appears while you're driving, you should pull over to safety. This light doesn't necessarily indicate a low oil level. It's recommended you contact your Nissan dealer.

• Low Tire Pressure Warning Light: Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System will alert you via the dashboard light if one or more of your tires is underinflated. It's recommended you pull into the nearest gas station to fill your tires up to their appropriate level.

• Power Steering Warning Light: This light indicates a malfunction with your power steering. It's strongly recommended you pull over to safety and contact your Nissan dealer. If you continue to drive, your vehicle will be very difficult to maneuver without power steering. 

Get the Right Service

If any of these dashboard symbols appear while you're out and about in the St. Charles, St. Louis, or O'Fallon areas, you can always contact us at St. Charles Nissan.