Attention: if the gauge pointer is in the red sector of the scale, immediately stop the car, turn off the ignition, find out and eliminate the cause of the engine overheating.Continuing to drive when the engine is overheating can cause serious damage to your car.
- Automatic brake lock malfunction indicator (with ABS)
When the ignition is switched on, the ABS malfunction indicator should come on briefly and turn off after about two seconds. This indicates that the system is testing.
Attention: be sure to contact the ZAT service station «ZAZ» if the ABS fault indicator:
- does not light up when the ignition is turned on;
- does not go out;
- lights up while the vehicle is moving.
Attention: do not continue driving the vehicle when the ABC malfunction indicator light is on. Turning on the indicator while driving may mean that the ABC system has failed or the brakes in your vehicle are not working properly. And, although your car will work fine without ABC, still immediately contact a service station to check and repair the system.
- Airbag malfunction indicator (in the presence of)
When the ignition is turned on, the airbag malfunction indicator should flash several times and go out. This means that the indicator light and airbag system are working properly.
Caution: Driving with a defective airbag can cause serious injury or even death in a vehicle crash. Therefore, in the event of a system malfunction, immediately contact a service station for troubleshooting.
A malfunction in the airbag system may be indicated by the fact that the indicator:
- does not flash when the ignition is turned on; does not go out after a few flashes;
- flashes while the vehicle is moving.
- Indicator of the parking brake and brake system malfunction
Indicates the activation of the parking brake, as well as an insufficient level of brake fluid in the reservoir of the main brake cylinder.
The indicator lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out after the engine is started. The indicator also lights up when turned on (puff) parking brake (with the ignition on).
When the parking brake is fully released, the indicator should turn off (with the ignition on). If the indicator continues to glow, this indicates an insufficient level of brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir.
- Low battery indicator
The indicator lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out after the engine is started.
If after starting the engine, the indicator continues to burn, this indicates a malfunction of the power supply system.
Possible causes of the malfunction:
- weakening or breakage of the alternator drive belt;
- malfunction of the generator, voltage regulator;
- wire break;
- failure of the battery or oxidation of its terminal connections.
Attention: the cause of the malfunction must be identified and eliminated immediately. Driving with a faulty electrical system can damage the battery and your vehicle.
- Engine oil pressure drop indicator
The indicator lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out after the engine is started.
If the indicator lights up while the vehicle is moving, this indicates an emergency pressure drop in the engine lubrication system. The engine must be stopped immediately. After waiting some time for the oil to completely drain into the crankcase, you need to check the oil level. Add oil if necessary. If the indicator continues to burn at a normal oil level, contact a service station.
- Engine system malfunction indicator
The indicator lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out after the engine is started. This means that the indicator lamp is working.
The indicator will light up if the corresponding components of the exhaust gas aftertreatment system or the corresponding subsystems are not working.
The indicator will remain lit while the electronic control module indicates a malfunction. If a severe misfire level is detected, the indicator will flash continuously. In this case, the electronic engine control unit goes into emergency mode, which allows you to continue driving. However, in order to resolve the problem as soon as possible, contact a service station, as a severe misfire level can cause damage to the exhaust gas catalyst.
- Indicator of open doors
The indicator lights up if one or more doors are open or not fully closed.
- Automatic transmission hold mode indicator (option)
The indicator lights up when the transmission hold mode switch is pressed. This mode allows you to hold the transmission of the automatic transmission before shifting it manually (see section on driving with automatic transmission).
To cancel the hold mode, press the switch again.
- Front fog lights on indicator
Illuminates when the front fog lamps are on.
- Rear fog lights on indicator
Illuminates when the rear fog lamps are turned on.
- Indicator of an unfastened seat belt
Lights up in case of an unfastened belt; at the same time, an audible signal sounds for 6 seconds.
- Turn signal and emergency stop indicator
The indicator confirms that the outside turn signal and emergency stop lamps are working properly. The emergency stop indication is carried out both when the ignition is on and when the ignition is off, and the turn indication is only when the ignition is on.
If the indicator does not come on when the turn signal or emergency stop button is turned on, check the appropriate fuse and the indicator lamp is working.
Too frequent blinking of the indicator indicates a malfunction of one or more direction indicator lamps.
- Headlight high beam indicator
The indicator lights up when the high beam is on. Anti-theft activation indicator (option)
The indicator lights up when the anti-theft system is turned on, as well as when the door is opened using the remote control. The indicator goes out when you open the doors using the key or remote control.