Understanding The BMW Dashboard warning lights
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General meanings
The BMW warning lights yellow triangle is the "master" warning light. If your BMW warning triangle comes on, it is essentially telling you that something is not right and that you should take action.
The BMW triangle warning light can be a steady/constant light or a flashing light. A flashing light indicates more serious issues that need urgent attention.
You may occasionally see the BMW orange triangle light on dash displays. This usually indicates a minor problem that you can potentially resolve yourself at home.
The BMW exclamation point triangle
If you see the BMW exclamation mark in triangle, this means that the fault detected is potentially serious.
If this light comes on, the first thing you should do is find somewhere safe where you can park the car - you shouldn't really continue driving if this warning light comes on. Then, turn off your engine and consult your manual to see what it suggests you do. Your next step should be to contact your breakdown assistance service or a local
mechanic/garage.
The BMW exclamation mark/triangle BMW warning lights exclamation mark is there to alert you to potentially serious issues.
Issues that trigger the warning lights
There are quite a number of reasons why the warning triangle may light up. It could be an issue with the engine, brakes, tyres, transmission, electrics, emissions, or stability control.
What will tend to happen is that other lights also come on at the same time as the main yellow triangle. These will usually be able to give a more specific indication of where the issue is. Examples include:
- A yellow engine outline symbol acts as the engine warning light. If this comes on, there is likely an engine fault.
- A red circle with a red BMW exclamation point inside and a bracket either side acts as the brake system warning light. This can indicate low levels of brake fluid, or worn brake pads.
- A yellow urn shape with a yellow exclamation mark inside acts as the tyre pressure warning light. This can mean a puncture or just that your tyre pressure is too low.
- A red cogwheel with the red exclamation mark inside serves as the transmission fault warning light. This may indicate a low level of transmission fluid, or that its temperature is too high.
- An orange/yellow car with two swirls below is the stability control warning light. If this comes on, it may indicate issues with traction.
How Protyre can help
If any of your BMW dashboard lights come on, notably the yellow triangle with or without exclamation marks, you should ideally get your car checked immediately. Ignoring the warnings could potentially lead to further damage or mean that you are not safe to drive. Protyre's network of garages is able to diagnose and repair issues with your BMW.
As well as diagnostics and repairs, Protyre garages offer a huge range of tyres , including premium products from brands like Pirelli, Bridgestone, Michelin, and Goodyear.
Frequently Asked Questions
a steady light suggests a minor issue that can often be fixed at home. A flashing light indicates a more serious problem and requires immediate professional attention.
No, you should not continue driving if this warning appears, as it may indicate a severe issue that could put your safety at risk.
Refer to your car manual for guidance. If the issue seems serious, stop driving and contact your local Protyre service point and garage for assistance,