Vauxhall/Opel Vectra car warning lights, car warning symbols such as engine management light, ABS light, airbag light this guide will help you. We have created this Vauxhall/Opel Vectra dashboard lights meaning guide and will show you how to deal with an engine light, airbag warning light, ABS light and all of the other car warning signs on your dashboard. You might need to buy a scanner online which will show Vauxhall/Opel trouble codes and clear the warning light for good.
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Vauxhall Vectra B engine warning light - if illuminated during normal operating conditions it indicates a fault within the engine and needs to be looked at before further damage occurs. You should use a diagnostic tool such as the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader. The chances are it will be a sensor that needs to be replaced such as camshaft, crankshaft, O2 etc. Replacement sensors can be found @ www.bavariandominator.co.uk
Vauxhall Vectra B airbag warning light - if this light comes on during normal vehicle operation it indicates a probem within the Vectra airbag system or module. You can find out where the problem is by using the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader which will locate the problem. Once the problem is located and fixed the light can be removed. The most likely cause for the airbag light to illuminate on the Vauxhall Vectra is a loose connection somewhere within the airbag system.
Vauxhall Vectra B ABS warning light - if this illuminates in your Vauxhall Vectra it indicates there is a problem within the ABS (anti-lock braking system) and most likely to need a replacement ABS sensor however this in not always the case. The best advice we can offer is to use the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader kit which will diagnose the Vauxhall Vectra ABS system and let you know exactly where the fault is occuring. Once the problem has been fixed the ABS light can be removed from the dashboard and the vehicle will start to brake again using the ABS system, the way it was designed to.
Vauxhall Vectra B trailer indicator light - when you trailer is connected, this light will flash when using your indicators. If this light does not flash when indicating it means there is a connection faiure.
Vauxhall Vectra B Traction Control System - if this light is permanently lit on your vehicle it indicates a fault within the traction control system in your Vectra. You can either take your Vectra to a Vauxhall specialist or use the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader to diagnose the fault yourself.
Vauxhall Vectra B Automatic S warning light - if illuminated it indicates you Vectra is in sport mode and the transmission will shift at higher engine speeds.
Vauxhall Vectra B battery warning light -if this light comes on during normal operating conditions it means that the battery in your Vauxhall Vectra B is not being charged. This could be because the battery which is currently fitted is incorrect, or the alternator may be failing. This needs to be checked out as soon as possible at your local Vauxhall workshop or independant Vauxhall garage.
Vauxhall Vectra B brake system warning light - this warning light will illuminate when either the handbrake is on, or the brake fluid level is too low - the ignition must be switched on for this light to illuminate. If your Vauxhall Vectra B is also fitted with the ABS system, this light will also illuminate along with the ABS light if there is an issue with the ABS system (See ABS light on this page for more info). Check your brake fluid levels as soon as possible to avoid your brakes not working as they should.
Vauxhall Vectra B engine oil pressure warning light - check your engine oil levels and top up as required. If the engine oil pressure light remains on it could indicate that the oil level sensor in your Vauxhall Vectra B is faulty and needs to be replaced.
Vauxhall Vectra B glow plugs warning light - this is only applicable for diesel engines. When the engine is cold this light will illuminate when the key is switched to the ignition on position. It is only safe to start the engine when this light goes out which can vary in time depending on how cold the engine is. If the glow plugs light does not illuminate when the igition is switched on it effectively means there is a malfunction within the glowplugs system and needs to be checked out by your local Vauxhall workshop. You can also diagnose & reset this fault with the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader
Vauxhall Vectra B seatbelt warning light - illuminated means one or more passengers has not fastened their seatbelt. Buckle up!
Vauxhall Vectra B fuel warning light - indicates that your fuel level is low and need to fill up.
