WHat Your Car DAshBOard Is TRying To TEll you

There are loads of warning lights and symbols on a car's dashboard that could flash up to let you know you need to get to a mechanic or advise something needs checking.

They are an everyday sight that could mean the difference between a smooth journey and a costly repair bill.

But how many can you identify? Do you know them all?

Here is your handy guide to recognising what each symbol means and what you need to do about it.

1. Front fog lights turned on

2. Power steering system problems

3. Rear fog lights switched on

4. Low level of windscreen fluid

5. Worn brake pads

6. Cruise control is activated

7. Signalling direction

8. Trouble on light sensor or rain sensor

1. Winter mode

2. Info indicator

3. The diesel auxiliary heater

4. Ice warning

5. Starting system problems

6. The key is not in the car

7. Key low battery

8. Warning distance to another car

1. Indicator to push the clutch

2. Indicator to push the brake pedal

3. Locked steering-wheel

4. Long beam turned on

5. Low tyre pressure

6. Short beam on

7. Problems with headlight / taillights / signals bulbs

8. Problems with brake lights

9. Problems with the particulate filter (DPF)