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.
If you need to reset a dashboard light or diagnose a fault on your Vauxhall Opel Vectra we would advise you to go for the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader. Its an extremely popular choice amongst Vauxhall owners worldwide because it covers such a wide range of modules within the vehicle and has received excellent feedback from buyers.
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If you need a new sensors to fix your Vauxhall Opel Vectra such as ABS sensor, MAF, camshaft & crankshaft, visit www.bavariandominator.co.uk.
Vauxhall Vectra C engine warning light - the engine warning light in your Vectra C will illuminate when the engine starts but should then turn off after a couple of seconds. If the engine light does not turn off or comes back on during your journey it means there is a serious fault within the engine. Generally the fault is caused by a fault sensor such as camshaft, crankshaft or MAF, but the only way to be sure is to hook it upto a diagnostic code reader such as the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader. It will read & clear engine diagnostic trouble codes so the engine light can be removed in your Vectra C. The codes should be cleared once the fault has been repaired otherwise the codes & engine warning light will just return. You can buy replacement sensors for your Corsa by visiting Dominator Auto.
Vauxhall Vectra C engine electronics malfunction warning light - if this warning light is illuminated you need to use the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader to diagnose the fault. The OP v1.0 kit will also allow you to erase the trouble codes and turn off the warning light.
Vauxhall Vectra C airbag warning light - will initially illuminate upon engine start, then go out after a few seconds. If the airbag light does not automatically turn off or it comes on during your drive it indicates that there is a serious fault within the airbag module system. To diagnose the fault we recommend you use a kit such as the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader which will read airbag systems & clear codes and dashlights. The iCarsoft OP v1.0 will also read all other areas of the vehicle such as ABS, engine, transmission etc. The fault must first be fixed before the codes cleared and light turned off, otherwise the code and warning light will just come back.
Vauxhall Vectra C ABS warning light - the ABS (Anti Lock Braking System) light for the Vectra C will light up when the engine is initially started but will turn off after a few seconds. If the ABS lights comes back on suring driving, or stays on after the engine has started it means there is a fault in the ABS system. More often that not the fault relates to an ABS sensor which just needs to be replaced. Sometimes though, it's more serious than an ABS sensor. You need to diagnose the system with a code reader that can communicate with the ABS system such as the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader The kit will tell you exactly where within the ABS system the fault has occured so the problem can be fixed. Once the fault has been diagnosed and fixed, the error code can be erased and the dashlights should turn off. If the lights remain on, the fault still exists. In a case like this you need to re diagnose. You can pick up replacement ABS sensors from Dominator Auto.
Vauxhall Vectra C battery warning light - the battery light will illuminate in red if there is a problem with the charging of the battery. It generally means that it is not being charged so needs to be looked at, the chances are the battery needs to be replaced.
Vauxhall Vectra C oil level warning light - indicates that the oil in your Vauxhall Vectra C could be low. As soon as you see this warning light you need to pull over and check your engine oil level by using the dipstick to check. If you oil level is too low then top up accordingly. If your oil level is fine, the oil level sensor could be at fault.
Vauxhall Vectra C glow plugs warning light - the glow plug or pre heat dash light will illuminate with one turn of the ignition key, you must wait until the light has gone out until you start the engine. The glow plugs will heat the engine in cold conditions making it safer to start you engine. The light may take longer to go out in cold conditions during the winter. You can diagnose & reset this fault with the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader
Vauxhall Vectra C seatbelt reminder warning light - will light up when one or more passenger has not fastened their seatbelt. Safety first, please buckle up.
Vauxhall Vectra C fuel warning light - will illuminate when your fuel level is low. Top up at the nearest garage.
Vauxhall Vectra C ESC OFF warning light (Electronic Stability Control) - if this light is illuminated it means the ESC system is switched off or deactivated.
Vauxhall Vectra C ESC warning light (Electronic Stability Control) - will illuminate yellow on the dashboard. YOu can diagnose & reset this fault with the iCarsoft OP V1.0 Vauxhall/Opel OBD Code Reader
If the light is flashing the system is actively engaged. Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked automatically to a small degree.
If the light is illuminated and steady a fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving stability, however, may deteriorate depending on road surface conditions.
If the light is flashing the system is actively engaged. Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked automatically to a small degree.
If the light is illuminated and steady a fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving stability, however, may deteriorate depending on road surface conditions.
Vauxhall Vectra C steering wheel warning light - indicates a fault within the variable steering system and may require more effort when steering the vehicle. Check your PAS fluid and top up if required.
Vauxhall Vectra C immobiliser warning light - if this flashes yellow it indicates a fault wihin the immobiliser system in your Vauxhall Vectra C and the engine cannot be started.
Vauxhall Vectra C brake warning light - this brake warning light will illuminate if the brake or clutch fluid is too low. You need to check your levels and top up as required.
Vauxhall Vectra C electronic parking brake warning light. This light will either illuminate steady or will flash depending on the problem.
If the light is steady the electrical parking brake is operating with degraded performance.
If the light is flashing the electrical parking brake is in service mode. Stop vehicle, apply and release the electrical parking brake to reset.
If the light is steady the electrical parking brake is operating with degraded performance.
If the light is flashing the electrical parking brake is in service mode. Stop vehicle, apply and release the electrical parking brake to reset.
