Toyota GR86 dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Toyota GR86 owner's manual, 2022 to 2026. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2022 to 2026 GR86 warning lights
Brake system warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: Indicates that: The brake fluid level is low; The vacuum pressure system is malfunctioning; or The brake system is malfunctioning This light also comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released the system is operating normally.; Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
High coolant temperature warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
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Charging system warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
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Low engine oil pressure warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
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Malfunction indicator lamp
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Or Indicates a malfunction in: The electronic engine control system; The electronic throttle control system; or The electronic automatic transmission control system (if equipped).
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
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SRS warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in: The SRS airbag system; or The seat belt pretensioner system.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
ABS warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Or Indicates a malfunction in: The ABS; or The brake assist system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Slip indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When illuminated, indicates: Malfunction of the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system; Malfunction of the TRAC (Traction Control) system; or Malfunction of the hill-start assist control system Depending on the situation, the light may illuminate even when there is no malfunction. It does not indicate a malfunction if the light turns off after a short time.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Drive with extra care when the indicator is flashing.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too high; If the light goes off after a little while, the vehicle can be driven. If the light does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer.
What to do: Stop the vehicle in a safe place and shift the shift lever to P.
Open door warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates that a door or the trunk is not fully closed.
What to do: Check that both side doors and the trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 1.8 gal. (7.0 L, 1.5 Imp. gal.) or less.
What to do: Refuel the vehicle.
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights *1,
Information · usual colour
The manual says: Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts; If the rear passenger’s seat is occupied, the rear passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.
What to do: Fasten the seat belt.
BSD/RCTA warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the BSD/RCTA system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
SRH warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the SRH function.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
RAB warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the RAB system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
LED headlight warning light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the LED headlights.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light (warning
Information · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Master warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction.
What to do: Read the message on the multi-information display. Red means stop safely; amber means get it checked.
EyeSight warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the EyeSight.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Tire pressure warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as; Natural causes; Flat tire; Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
What to do: Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
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| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake system warning light | Red | Indicates that: The brake fluid level is low; The vacuum pressure system is malfunctioning; or The brake system is malfunctioning This light also comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released the system is operating normally.; Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. | |
| High coolant temperature warning light | Red* | Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high. | |
| Charging system warning light | Red* | Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system. | |
| Low engine oil pressure warning light | Red* | Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low. | |
| Open door warning light | Red* | Indicates that a door or the trunk is not fully closed. | |
| Malfunction indicator lamp | Amber* | Or Indicates a malfunction in: The electronic engine control system; The electronic throttle control system; or The electronic automatic transmission control system (if equipped). | |
| SRS warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in: The SRS airbag system; or The seat belt pretensioner system. | |
| ABS warning light | Amber* | Or Indicates a malfunction in: The ABS; or The brake assist system. | |
| Electric power steering system warning light (warning | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system. | |
| Slip indicator | Amber* | When illuminated, indicates: Malfunction of the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system; Malfunction of the TRAC (Traction Control) system; or Malfunction of the hill-start assist control system Depending on the situation, the light may illuminate even when there is no malfunction. It does not indicate a malfunction if the light turns off after a short time. | |
| Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light | Amber* | Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too high; If the light goes off after a little while, the vehicle can be driven. If the light does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer. | |
| Low fuel level warning light | Amber* | Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 1.8 gal. (7.0 L, 1.5 Imp. gal.) or less. | |
| BSD/RCTA warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in the BSD/RCTA system. | |
| SRH warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in the SRH function. | |
| RAB warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in the RAB system. | |
| Master warning light | Amber* | A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction. | |
| EyeSight warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in the EyeSight. | |
| Tire pressure warning light | Amber* | When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as; Natural causes; Flat tire; Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. | |
| Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights *1, | Green* | Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts; If the rear passenger’s seat is occupied, the rear passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off. | |
| LED headlight warning light | Green* | Indicates a malfunction in the LED headlights. | |
| Automatic headlight leveling system warning light (warning | Green* | Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling system. |
Source: 2022 Toyota GR86 Owner's Manual; 2023 Toyota GR86 Owner's Manual; 2024 Toyota GR86 Owner's Manual and others. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
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