Toyota Corolla Dashboard Light Guide

When you’re driving around in your sleek and stylish Toyota Corolla, you feel like you’re on top of the world. However, what if some mechanical malfunction occurred that left you stranded on the side of the road, or worse, resulted in severe damage to your vehicle? One of the best ways to stay ahead of any major issue with your vehicle is by learning what the little lights mean on your dashboard. Knowing your Toyota Corolla dashboard lights can go a long way in not only protecting your vehicle but knowing how to act quickly in these circumstances.

Our team at Peterson Toyota is here to help drivers like you by showcasing and explaining some of the Toyota Corolla dashboard lights. We’ll start by explaining the different lights that can appear on your dashboard. Then, we’ll focus on what each light means and the actions that you need to take when they appear. We hope that this Toyota Corolla dashboard light helps you prepare for these lights when they pop on during your trips.

Differentiating Between Indicator Lights & Warning Lights

When it comes to your dashboard lights, there are indicators and warnings. These are easy to differentiate because the warnings appear as a more ominous color and if the threat is serious they’ll flash. Indicator lights are generally light or neutral in color and they really only let you know of a system that has automatically activated, or its reminding you of a system or component that you’ve engaged. Now that you know the differences, you’re ready to see what those lights mean.

Toyota Corolla Indicator Lights

ECO Driving Indicator- This light appears when your vehicle is restricting engine performance to boost the fuel economy.

Headlight Indicator- If you turn on your headlights to boost your nighttime vision, this light will come on to remind you to turn the system off.

Slip Indicator- When this light come on, it means that your vehicle experienced a loss of traction and your Vehicle Stability Control system has activated to ensure that you regain traction.

Turn Signal/Hazard Indicator- When you’re signaling a turn, or you activate your hazard lights, this indicator light will flash until you’ve deactivate the signals.

Toyota Corolla Warning Lights

Brake System Warning- This light will flash for two reasons: either your parking brake is still engaged, or your brake system is low on fluid. If it’s the latter, have this system checked as soon as possible.

Electric Power Steering System Warning- If you see this warning light pop on while you’re driving, you should pull over to safety as soon as possible and turn the vehicle off. When you turn your vehicle on, and this light appears, you should contact assistance immediately and do not continue your journey.

Low Fuel Level Warning- When your vehicle is low on fuel, and there’s a little left in the tank, this light will appear to let you know that it’s nearing the bottom of the tank.

Tire Pressure Warning Light- Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System will detect low air pressure in your tires and provide you with a visual warning so you can correct the issue and refill the affected tire.

Now that you know what your Toyota Corolla dashboard lights mean, you’ll be ready to make the right decisions if they appear while you’re out on the road. Of course, drivers in the Fayetteville, Pembroke, and Pinehurst areas can always contact us at Peterson Toyota for assistance and maintenance. Schedule a service appointment online today.