Why is my brake light yellow?
Amber Brake Warning Light The yellow (ABS) warning lamp indicates an electrical problem in the ABS, like the controller or a sensor. A faulty wheel speed sensor will illuminate the yellow (ABS) warning lamp.
What does the yellow warning light in a car mean?
Yellow or amber lights often indicate a lower-grade hazard or warning, such as the activation of the traction control system when driving on slippery roads. Green and blue lights simply indicate that a feature is engaged, such as the headlights or cruise control.
What color are brake warning lights?
red
A. BRAKE WARNING SYSTEM. In general, the dashboard light that indicates a problem with the brake system has an alarming red colour (depending on the vehicle model) to indicate that there is an immediate risk, potentially compromising the general safety of the vehicle. It should never be ignored.
What does a yellow brake warning light mean?
The yellow (ABS) warning lamp indicates an electrical problem in the ABS system, like the controller or a sensor. It’s most often illuminated because of a faulty wheel speed sensor. It’s normal if the light remains on a little longer while the system initializes and runs its self-test sequence.
What does the amber brake warning light mean?
Amber Brake Warning Light. The yellow (ABS) warning lamp indicates an electrical problem in the ABS system, like the controller or a sensor.
When does the red brake light come on?
The red (RBWL) lamp illuminates when there’s a hydraulic problem like a low brake fluid level or a loss of hydraulic pressure in one of the brake circuits. It also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged or shorted to ground. It illuminates if the brake fluid level is low.
Where is the brake pad wear sensor warning light?
On my 2004 Audi A4 the yellow brake pad wear sensor warning light is constantly illuminated on my dashboard. Brake pads have plenty of life left in them so I don’t think the sensor has been triggered due to low pads.