Nissan Sentra dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Nissan Sentra owner's manual, 2010 to 2026. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2026 Sentra warning lights
Parking brake indicator
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking.
What to do: Release the parking brake before driving. If it flashes or will not release, see a dealer.
Low brake fluid warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. For additional information, see “Brake fluid” 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. WARNING.
What to do: Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Charge warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced immediately. CAUTION Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken or missing. Electric power steering warning light (red) WARNING.
What to do: Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. Have the power steering system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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Electric shift control system warning light
Check soon
The manual says: This light illuminates when a malfunction occurs in the electric shift control system. When the master warning light illuminates, the chime sounds and the following message is displayed in the vehicle information display: “When parked apply parking brake”. When the ignition is placed in the OFF position, the chime sounds continuously.
What to do: It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Engine oil pressure warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional information, see “Engine oil” ).
What to do: Pull over safely and turn the engine off. Check the oil level when the engine has cooled. If the level is fine and the light stays on, have it towed.
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Master warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display: Parking brake release warning; Door open (when vehicle is moving) warning; Service CVT Stop safely warning.
What to do: Read the message on the multi-information display. Red means stop safely; amber means get it checked.
Steering Assist Hands Off warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the Steering Assist is activated, it monitors the driver’s steering wheel operation. If the steering wheel is not operated or the driver takes his/her hands off the steering wheel for a period of time, the warning light illuminates.
What to do: Drive carefully and have it checked. If it came on after a lot of parking manoeuvres, it can reset after the car cools down.
Supplemental air bag warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and pretensioner seat belt systems need servicing.; The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
What to do: It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for these services. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection system warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is set to OFF in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates or flashes when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Electronic parking brake warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the electronic parking brake warning light illuminates and then turns off. The electronic parking brake system warning light functions for the electronic parking brake system. If the warning light illuminates, it may indicate the electronic parking brake system is not functioning properly. For additional information, see “Parking brake”.
What to do: Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Front passenger air bag status light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: The front passenger air bag status light will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be off depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For additional information, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” Low tire pressure warning light Basic Information Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the RAB system is turned off in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates or flashes when the RAB system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)”.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Slip indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator will blink when the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is operating, thus alerting that the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The road surface may be slippery. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position.
What to do: If it flashes, ease off and drive gently for the conditions. If it stays on, have the system checked.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light comes on when the VDC is turned off in the vehicle information display. This indicates the VDC has been turned off. For additional information, see “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” 74 Instruments and controls.
What to do: Turn the VDC on using the vehicle information display, or by restarting the engine.
Automatic brake hold indicator light (white/green)
Information
The manual says: The automatic brake hold indicator light (white) illuminates when the automatic brake hold system is on standby. The automatic brake hold indicator light (green) illuminates when the automatic brake hold system is operating. For additional information, see “Automatic.
What to do: Nothing to do. Press the accelerator to drive off; the brakes release automatically.
High Beam Assist indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates when the headlights come on while the headlight switch is in the AUTO position with the high beams selected. This indicates that the high beam assist is operational. For additional information, see “Headlight and.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
High beam indicator light (blue)
Information
The manual says: This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
Low beam indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: This light comes on when the switch is turned to the position. The headlights will come on; and the front side, tail, number plate, and.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: The side light and headlight indicator light illuminates when the side light or headlight position is selected. For additional information, see “Headlight and turn signal switch”.
What to do: Nothing to do.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking brake indicator | Red* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking. | |
| Low brake fluid warning light | Red* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. For additional information, see “Brake fluid” 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. WARNING. | |
| Charge warning light | Red | If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced immediately. CAUTION Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken or missing. Electric power steering warning light (red) WARNING. | |
| Engine oil pressure warning light | Red* | This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional information, see “Engine oil” ). | |
| Electronic parking brake warning light | Red* | When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the electronic parking brake warning light illuminates and then turns off. The electronic parking brake system warning light functions for the electronic parking brake system. If the warning light illuminates, it may indicate the electronic parking brake system is not functioning properly. For additional information, see “Parking brake”. | |
| Electric shift control system warning light | Amber | This light illuminates when a malfunction occurs in the electric shift control system. When the master warning light illuminates, the chime sounds and the following message is displayed in the vehicle information display: “When parked apply parking brake”. When the ignition is placed in the OFF position, the chime sounds continuously. | |
| Master warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display: Parking brake release warning; Door open (when vehicle is moving) warning; Service CVT Stop safely warning. | |
| Steering Assist Hands Off warning light | Amber* | When the Steering Assist is activated, it monitors the driver’s steering wheel operation. If the steering wheel is not operated or the driver takes his/her hands off the steering wheel for a period of time, the warning light illuminates. | |
| Supplemental air bag warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and pretensioner seat belt systems need servicing.; The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds. | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection system warning light | Amber* | This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is set to OFF in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates or flashes when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. | |
| Front passenger air bag status light | Amber* | The front passenger air bag status light will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be off depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For additional information, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” Low tire pressure warning light Basic Information Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare. | |
| Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning light | Amber* | This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the RAB system is turned off in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates or flashes when the RAB system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)”. | |
| Slip indicator light | Amber* | This indicator will blink when the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is operating, thus alerting that the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The road surface may be slippery. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. | |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light | Amber* | This indicator light comes on when the VDC is turned off in the vehicle information display. This indicates the VDC has been turned off. For additional information, see “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” 74 Instruments and controls. | |
| High Beam Assist indicator light (green) | Green | This indicator light illuminates when the headlights come on while the headlight switch is in the AUTO position with the high beams selected. This indicates that the high beam assist is operational. For additional information, see “Headlight and. | |
| Low beam indicator light (green) | Green | This light comes on when the switch is turned to the position. The headlights will come on; and the front side, tail, number plate, and. | |
| Side light and headlight indicator light (green) | Green | The side light and headlight indicator light illuminates when the side light or headlight position is selected. For additional information, see “Headlight and turn signal switch”. | |
| High beam indicator light (blue) | Blue | This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated. | |
| Automatic brake hold indicator light (white/green) | White | The automatic brake hold indicator light (white) illuminates when the automatic brake hold system is on standby. The automatic brake hold indicator light (green) illuminates when the automatic brake hold system is operating. For additional information, see “Automatic. |
Source: 2026 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
2010 to 2025 Sentra warning lights
Brake warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: This light functions for both the parking.
What to do: Check the parking brake is fully released. If the light stays on, the brakes may not work properly: stop and get help rather than driving on.
Parking brake indicator
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the park.
What to do: Release the parking brake before driving. If it flashes or will not release, see a dealer.
Low brake fluid warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. For additional information, see “Brake fluid” 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. 84 Instruments and controls.
What to do: Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Charge warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced immediately. CAUTION Do not continue driving if the generator.
What to do: Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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Engine oil pressure warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional information, see “Engine oil” ).
What to do: Pull over safely and turn the engine off. Check the oil level when the engine has cooled. If the level is fine and the light stays on, have it towed.
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Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. After a few driving trips, the light should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists.
What to do: Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons (11.
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Master warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display: Parking brake release warning; Door open (when vehicle is moving) warning; Service CVT Stop safely warning.
What to do: Read the message on the multi-information display. Red means stop safely; amber means get it checked.
Supplemental air bag warning light
Check soon
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and pretensioner seat belt systems need servicing.; The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
What to do: It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for these services. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the ABS warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine is running or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off.
What to do: Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection system warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is set to OFF in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates or flashes when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Front passenger air bag status light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: The front passenger air bag status light will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be off depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For additional information, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” Low tire pressure warning light Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare.
What to do: Add Air” warning appears each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON position as long as the low tire pressure warning light remains illuminated. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the RAB system is turned off in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates or flashes when the RAB system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)”.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Slip indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator will blink when the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is operating, thus alerting that the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The road surface may be slippery. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position.
What to do: If it flashes, ease off and drive gently for the conditions. If it stays on, have the system checked.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light comes on when the VDC is turned off in the vehicle information display. This indicates the VDC has been turned off. For additional information, see “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” The VDC light also comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The light will turn off after a period of time if the system is operational.
What to do: Turn the VDC on using the vehicle information display, or by restarting the engine. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
ECO mode indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: This light comes on when the ECO mode has been selected. For additional information, see “ECO mode switch”.
What to do: Nothing to do.
High Beam Assist indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates when the headlights come on while the headlight switch is in the AUTO position with the high beams selected. This indicates that the high beam assist is operational. For additional information, see “Headlight.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
High beam indicator light (blue)
Information
The manual says: This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
Idling Stop System indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: This light comes on when the Idling Stop System has been selected. For additional information,see “Idling Stop System”.
Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: The side light and headlight indicator light illuminates when the side light or headlight position is selected. For additional information, see “Headlight and turn signal switch” Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on.
What to do: Turn signal/hazard indicator lights (green) The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated.
Illumination indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears when the vehicle information display screen brightness is being adjusted. 106 Instruments and controls.
Transmission Shift Position indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator shows the transmission shift position. 108 Instruments and controls.
What to do: Pull over and let it cool with the engine idling. If the light stays on, have it checked before driving far.
Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection warning indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears along, with an audible warning, when the system detects the possibility of a forward collision. For additional information, see “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)”.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
BSW/RCTA indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears when the BSW system is engaged. For additional information, see “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” BSW/RCTA System Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual This warning appears when the Blind Spot Warning/Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems are not functioning properly. For additional information, see “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” and “Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)”.
What to do: Clean the rear bumper corners where the sensors sit. If it stays on, have it checked.
Cruise control indicator
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator shows the cruise control system status. When cruise control is activated, a green circle will appear to indicate it is set. The vehicle information display will also display the speed the cruise control was set at. If you accelerate past the set speed, the speed will blink until you either cancel cruise control or go back to the set speed.
What to do: Nothing to do.
377) ECO mode indicator
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears when the ECO mode is engaged. For additional information, see “ECO mode switch” Idling Stop System This indicator shows the Idling Stop System status. For addition information, see “Idling Stop.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears when the LDW system is engaged. For additional information, see “Lane Departure Warning (LDW)” Malfunction This warning appears when one or more of the following systems (if so equipped) is not functioning properly: Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection; Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW).
What to do: It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears to indicate the status of the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)” Side Radar Obstruction This message appears when the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) or Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems become unavailable because a radar blockage is detected. For additional information, see “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” and “Rear Cross Traf.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Speed Limit Sign indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This message may appear when the Traffic Sign Recognition system is engaged. For additional information, see “Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)” Unavailable: High Cabin Temperature This message appears when the camera detects an interior temperature of more than approximately 104°F (40°C).
Vehicle ahead detection indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears when the following systems are engaged and have detected a vehicle: Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection; Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW) For additional information, see “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)” The vehicle information display is located to the left of the speedometer.
Brightness indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears when the vehicle information display screen brightness is being adjusted. Chassis Control System Error: See Owner’s Manual This warning appears if there is an error in the Chassis Control system. For additional information, see “Chassis Control” 124 Instruments and controls.
What to do: Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
ECO mode indicator
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears when the ECO mode is engaged. For additional information, see “ECO mode switch” Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner’s Manual This message appears when the front radar sensor may be obstructed due to: mud, dirt, snow, ice, etc.
What to do: Nothing to do.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake warning light | Red* | This light functions for both the parking. | |
| Parking brake indicator | Red* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the park. | |
| Low brake fluid warning light | Red* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. For additional information, see “Brake fluid” 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. 84 Instruments and controls. | |
| Charge warning light | Red* | If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced immediately. CAUTION Do not continue driving if the generator. | |
| Engine oil pressure warning light | Red* | This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional information, see “Engine oil” ). | |
| Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) | Amber* | If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. After a few driving trips, the light should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. | |
| Master warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display: Parking brake release warning; Door open (when vehicle is moving) warning; Service CVT Stop safely warning. | |
| Supplemental air bag warning light | Amber | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and pretensioner seat belt systems need servicing.; The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds. | |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the ABS warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine is running or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off. | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection system warning light | Amber* | This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is set to OFF in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates or flashes when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. | |
| Front passenger air bag status light | Amber* | The front passenger air bag status light will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be off depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For additional information, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” Low tire pressure warning light Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare. | |
| Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning light | Amber* | This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the RAB system is turned off in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates or flashes when the RAB system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)”. | |
| Slip indicator light | Amber* | This indicator will blink when the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is operating, thus alerting that the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The road surface may be slippery. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. | |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light | Amber* | This indicator light comes on when the VDC is turned off in the vehicle information display. This indicates the VDC has been turned off. For additional information, see “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” The VDC light also comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The light will turn off after a period of time if the system is operational. | |
| Illumination indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears when the vehicle information display screen brightness is being adjusted. 106 Instruments and controls. | |
| Transmission Shift Position indicator | Amber* | This indicator shows the transmission shift position. 108 Instruments and controls. | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection warning indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears along, with an audible warning, when the system detects the possibility of a forward collision. For additional information, see “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)”. | |
| BSW/RCTA indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears when the BSW system is engaged. For additional information, see “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” BSW/RCTA System Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual This warning appears when the Blind Spot Warning/Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems are not functioning properly. For additional information, see “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” and “Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)”. | |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears when the LDW system is engaged. For additional information, see “Lane Departure Warning (LDW)” Malfunction This warning appears when one or more of the following systems (if so equipped) is not functioning properly: Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection; Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW). | |
| Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears to indicate the status of the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)” Side Radar Obstruction This message appears when the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) or Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems become unavailable because a radar blockage is detected. For additional information, see “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” and “Rear Cross Traf. | |
| Speed Limit Sign indicator | Amber* | This message may appear when the Traffic Sign Recognition system is engaged. For additional information, see “Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)” Unavailable: High Cabin Temperature This message appears when the camera detects an interior temperature of more than approximately 104°F (40°C). | |
| Vehicle ahead detection indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears when the following systems are engaged and have detected a vehicle: Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection; Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW) For additional information, see “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)” The vehicle information display is located to the left of the speedometer. | |
| Brightness indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears when the vehicle information display screen brightness is being adjusted. Chassis Control System Error: See Owner’s Manual This warning appears if there is an error in the Chassis Control system. For additional information, see “Chassis Control” 124 Instruments and controls. | |
| ECO mode indicator light (green) | Green | This light comes on when the ECO mode has been selected. For additional information, see “ECO mode switch”. | |
| High Beam Assist indicator light (green) | Green | This indicator light illuminates when the headlights come on while the headlight switch is in the AUTO position with the high beams selected. This indicates that the high beam assist is operational. For additional information, see “Headlight. | |
| Idling Stop System indicator light (green) | Green | This light comes on when the Idling Stop System has been selected. For additional information,see “Idling Stop System”. | |
| Side light and headlight indicator light (green) | Green | The side light and headlight indicator light illuminates when the side light or headlight position is selected. For additional information, see “Headlight and turn signal switch” Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on. | |
| Cruise control indicator | Green* | This indicator shows the cruise control system status. When cruise control is activated, a green circle will appear to indicate it is set. The vehicle information display will also display the speed the cruise control was set at. If you accelerate past the set speed, the speed will blink until you either cancel cruise control or go back to the set speed. | |
| 377) ECO mode indicator | Green* | This indicator appears when the ECO mode is engaged. For additional information, see “ECO mode switch” Idling Stop System This indicator shows the Idling Stop System status. For addition information, see “Idling Stop. | |
| ECO mode indicator | Green* | This indicator appears when the ECO mode is engaged. For additional information, see “ECO mode switch” Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner’s Manual This message appears when the front radar sensor may be obstructed due to: mud, dirt, snow, ice, etc. | |
| High beam indicator light (blue) | Blue | This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated. |
Source: 2010 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual; 2011 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual; 2012 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual and others. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
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