Dacia Sandero Stepway Dashboard Warning Lights Meaning

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Understanding every symbol on your Sandero Stepway’s dash keeps you, your passengers, and the car safe. Red icons signal faults that can damage the vehicle or endanger lives; amber ones flag issues that soon need attention, while green lamps simply confirm a system is active.

Dacia Sandero Stepway Dashboard Warning Lights

Red Lights (Stop Immediately)

Engine Oil Pressure

Oil Pressure Warning Light

Oil isn’t flowing properly. Pull over, switch off, check level, and call for assistance if the lamp stays on.

Engine Coolant Overheat

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Temperature too high. Stop the car, let the engine cool, and top up coolant only when safe.

Brake System Fault

Brake Failure Warning Light

Hydraulic failure or low fluid. Park safely, avoid further driving, and arrange towing.

Battery Charge

Battery Warning Light

Alternator not charging. Turn off non-essential electrics and head to a workshop promptly.

Power Steering Failure

Power Steering Warning

Electric steering lost. Steering feels heavy; stop soon and request repair.

Airbag / SRS

Airbag Deployment Warning Light

Airbag system disabled. Do not drive far; have the system inspected at once.

Seatbelt Reminder

Seatbelt Warning Light And Buzzer

Driver or passenger belt unfastened. Buckle up immediately.

Door / Tailgate Ajar

Doors Open Warning Light

A door or boot is open. Stop and close all openings securely.

Handbrake Engaged

Manual Parking Brake Engaged

Parking brake still on while moving. Release fully to avoid brake damage.

ABS & Brake Fault Together

ABS Warning Light

ABS plus red brake icon lit indicates serious braking issue. Stop and seek help.

Multifunction “STOP”

Critical electronic malfunction. Pull over, cut the engine, and call roadside aid.

Transmission Overheat

Transmission Warning Light

Automatic gearbox overheating. Stop, select P, let it cool; tow if light remains.

DPF Overload (flashing red)

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Diesel particulate filter blocked. Cease driving to prevent engine damage.

Engine Safe Mode (limp)

Check Engine Warning Light

 

Red engine icon with reduced power. Major engine fault; stop immediately.

Collision Hazard / Emergency Brake

Collision Prevention Warning Light

Critical braking system fault detected. Pull over and call a technician.

Yellow / Amber Lights (Action Required Soon)

ESP / Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control Active

Stability system off or faulty. Drive carefully on slippery roads; inspect promptly.

Tyre Pressure

Tyre Pressure Warning

One or more tyres low. Inflate to spec, reset system, and check for punctures.

Glow Plug (diesel)

Glow Plug Warning Light

Pre-heater fault if flashing while driving. Engine may lose power; arrange repair.

Fuel Filter Water

Fuel System Warning

Water detected in diesel filter. Drain the filter soon to avoid damage.

Diesel Particulate Filter

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Filter filling up. Take a 20-minute highway run to regenerate.

Low Fuel

Low Fuel Levels

Approx. 50 km range left. Refuel promptly.

Service Reminder

Service Due Indicator Light

Scheduled maintenance due. Book a workshop visit.

Brake Pad Wear

Brake Pads Warning Light

Pads thin. Plan a brake service soon.

Automatic Gearbox Fault

Powertrain Malfunction Light

Limited gears available. Keep speed moderate and see a transmission specialist.

Lane Departure

Basic RGB

System switched off or faulty. Reactivate or have it serviced as needed.

AdBlue Low

Ad Blue Low

Urea level low. Refill to avoid a no-start lockout.

Green Lights (Information Only)

Indicators (Left / Right)

Turn Signal Active

Turn signal active. Cancels automatically after the turn.

Dipped Headlights

Dipped Beam Headlight

Low-beam headlights on for night driving.

Main Beam

High Beam Indicator

High beam engaged. Dip for oncoming traffic.

Front Fog Lights

Front Fog Lights

Front fog lamps on in poor visibility.

Rear Fog Light

Front Fog Warning Light

Rear fog lamp active; use only in thick fog.

Sidelights / DRL

Daytime Running Light Warning

Daytime running or sidelights on.

Cruise Control

Smart Cruise Control Fault

Speed maintained automatically; brake or cancel to deactivate.

Speed Limiter

Speed Limiter Warning Light

Car will not exceed the set speed unless you fully press the throttle.

ECO Mode

Eco Mode

Fuel-saving mode selected; softer throttle response.

Start-Stop Active

Start Stop System Warning

Engine auto-stopped to save fuel; restarts when needed.

Auto-Hold / Hill-Start

Hill Descent Warning Light

System holding brakes on an incline.

Parking Sensors Active

Parking Sensor Failure Warning Light

System ready; buzzer sounds near obstacles.

High-Beam Assist

High Beam Indicator

Auto-dips headlights for oncoming traffic.

Hazard Lights

Hazard

All indicators flashing to warn others; switch off when safe.

4×4 Mode (if equipped)

WD System Warning

All-wheel drive engaged on certain Stepway versions.

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