Subaru Warning Lights Overview at Reynolds Subaru

Vehicle are very intricate machines with plenty of complexities. As countless systems integrated with one another function at very high levels when you’re operating behind the wheel, there is always a chance of an issue arising along the way that needs addressing. Thankfully, your Subaru model is designed with warning lights that show up on your dashboard to give you an indication of what is going on. With this information, you can proceed to address a respective issue and get back to enjoying your regular driving.

Here at Reynolds Subaru, we want to provide you with a brief overview of some of the warning lights you need to be familiar with. Please keep in mind that your owner’s manual with have pictures of these respective lights and others for you to identify, along with additional descriptions of how to proceed. As always, our service and parts teams at Reynolds Subaru are readily available to help you with any problem you’ve identified or need help identifying.

Subaru Warning Lights: What they Mean and What you can Do

ABS Warning Light

The ABS system in your vehicle is pivotal to overall functionality and performance. If you observe the ABS Warning Light not turning off after appearing, this may be an indication to stop into Reynolds Subaru to have this system undergo a full repair.

Brake System Light

There can be a number of issues wrong with your vehicle’s brakes when this light appears, from low levels of brake fluid to something as simple as your emergency brake being on. After checking for the more obvious reasons, please immediately schedule an inspection to take place here at Reynolds Subaru so our factory-trained technicians can get to the bottom of the issue.

Check Engine Light

A check engine light remaining on may be a signal of something going on within your engine. One reason the light may be on? A loose gas cap. Please check for this potential explanation before scheduling a service appointment here at Reynolds Subaru for our team to diagnose your vehicle properly.

Charge Warning Light

The charge warning light that appears on your vehicle’s dash may indicate that your charging system in the vehicle isn’t functioning properly. Damage to the alternator belt, which you should proceed to check when this issue comes up, indicates our service team’s maintenance expertise will be needed.

Low Engine Oil Warning Light

As the name suggests, this is an indication of your vehicle’s oil levels being too low. Check your engine oil after pulling over to the road to confirm this indication, and proceed to refill your engine’s oil back to optimal levels.