When does the car security light come on?
The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system.
Why does my car security light keep blinking?
The security alarming light blinks continuously even when the vehicle is OFF. The flashing red light is a security light to keep things safe. There are other blinking red LED lights on the dashboard as well. Other color LED lights also come active when the door is left open.
Why does my car alarm flash when it is off?
It’s for the anti theft system showing it is “armed”. It is suppose to also act as a deterrent for crooks to show that you have an alarm. So if you don’t lock the doors, it shouldn’t flash. Also to show you it is armed and locked up. On my 2004 cavalier there is a red blinking security light in instrument cluster when alarm is armed.
Why does the security light keep flashing in my Camry?
I can understand if it flashes when the doors are locked, our Camry does, but to flash all the time is hard to comprehend. I do know that it did not do this until just the other day as I have worked in the car many times with out being powered on, and the flashing was never there, hence the concern.
What is security light on a car?
The security light on your vehicle serves has two purposes. On some vehicles, it will flash when the ignition is off, and the OEM security is activated. Its other main purpose is to indicate that the security of your vehicle may have been compromised, and the engine has been immobilized…
Why is security light flashing on dash board?
When off: a red ‘security’ light will flash in the center of the instrument panel indicating the car has an anti-theft system. This light will flash when the car is turned off or the key is removed. It flashes approx. once every 3 seconds, a single flash every 3 seconds. Click to expand…
Why is my fire alarm blinking?
Fire alarms can be triggered by smoke detectors, heat detectors, or manually. They are generally set to detect levels of smoke or heat that may indicate a fire. There is a loud bell that sounds to alert those in the building. This may also come with lights that blink in case of someone who is hearing impaired.
What is the security indicator light on the dash?
Security Light. The car and lock warning light is the Chevy Sonic immobilizer security light. It comes on in the dashboard display if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. If the light stays on and the engine does not start, switch off the ignition and try again.