Dash Warning Lights

A guide to the multitude of BMW & Mini warning lights

Got a funny looking light illuminated on your dash?
Wondering what it means? Can't find the manual for look up?
Our guide, though not exhaustive, may help!

Bulb Warning

A bulb is faulty
Door Open

A door is open
Fuel Level

The fuel level is low
Indicators

The indicators are on
Servicing

A service is due
Time & Date

Time or Date is not set
Washer Level

Screenwash level is low
Tyre Monitor

Tyre pressure is low
Battery

Battery low or fault
Headlamps

Flash or Full Beam
Fog Lights

Fog Lights are on
Parking Lights

Parking Lights are on
ABS

Antilock Brake System Issue
Brake Fluid

Brake Fluid level low
Brake Pads

Brake Pads are low
Handbrake

The handbrake is on
DSC

Dynamic Stability Control Issue
DSC Off

Dynamic Stability Control is off
EPS

Electric Power Steering Issue
DTC

Dynamic Traction Control Issue
DTC Off

Dynamic Traction Control is off
Airbags

Airbag System Fault
Seatbelts

Seatbelt off or seatbelt fault
Cruise Control

Cruise Control Activated
Immobiliser

Immobiliser System Issue
Key Battery

The key battery is low
ESL (ELV)

Electronic steering lock issue
PDC

Parking Distance Control Issue
DPF

Diesel Particulate Filter Issue
EML

Engine Management Light Engine Fault Present
Engine Oil

Engine Oil level is low
Temperature

Engine temperature is high
Coolant

Engine Coolant level is low
Transmission Cog

Transmission System Fault
Transmission Temp

Transmission Fluid is too hot
4x4 System

4x4 System Fault

If the warning lamp is illuminated in red the message is urgent and in the case of a faulty system you should stop the vehicle and call for advice.
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