Many dashboard indicator lights are self-explanatory, like the seat belt or low fuel warning lamps. Others, especially on modern cars, might be more confusing.

If the ABS light illuminates while you’re driving, it means the system isn’t working properly and might not work when you brake. A car battery runs everything electrical — the engine’s ...

braking ability will be reduced if the antilock system malfunctions, and stability control and traction control (on vehicles with those features) might also be disabled. An ABS warning light ...