2016 Hyundai Azera Dashboard Warning Symbols Guide
Understanding how to use the 2016 Hyundai Azera’s panel icons and warning lights is important for keeping the car safe and running well. Knowing these signs can help drivers deal with possible problems right away and stop them from getting worse. The Azera’s dashboard has many different symbols and lights that show different things about the car’s state, such as the safety systems and how well the engine is running. Reading the owner’s manual or a thorough guide that comes with your car and learning these symbols can help you be ready for a variety of situations on the road. Figuring out what these dashboard lights mean helps Azera drivers make smart choices about their car’s upkeep and use, whether it’s a problem with the engine, the tires, or the brakes.
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WARNINGS AND INDICATORS (INSTRUMENT CLUSTER)
All warning lights are checked by turning the ignition switch ON (do not start the engine). Any light that does not illuminate should be checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. After starting the engine, check to make sure that all warning lights are off. If any are still on, this indicates a situation that needs attention.
Airbag warning light
This warning light will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
This light also comes on when the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is not working properly. If the SRS airbag warning light does not come on, or continuously remains on after operating for about 6 seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON position or start the engine, or if it comes on while driving, have the SRS inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer?
Seat belt warning
As a reminder to the driver, the seat belt warning light will blink for approximately 6 seconds each time you turn the ignition switch ON regardless of belt fastening.
For more details, refer to the “Seat Belt” in section 3.
Turn signal indicator
The blinking green arrows on the instrument panel show the direction indicated by the turn signals. If the arrow comes on but does not blink, blinks more rapidly than normal, or does not illuminate at all, a malfunction in the turn signal system is indicated. Your dealer should be consulted for repairs.
Front fog light indicator
This light comes on when the front fog lights are ON.
High beam indicator
This indicator illuminates when the headlights are on and in the high beam position or when the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.
Smart High Beam indicator (if equipped)
This warning light illuminates :
- When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position.
- If your vehicle detects oncoming or preceding vehicles, the Smart High Beam system will switch the high beam to the low beam automatically.
Position (Parking) / Tail light indicator
This indicator illuminates when the position lights are on.
Engine oil pressure warning light
This warning light indicates the engine oil pressure is low. If the warning light illuminates while driving:
- Drive safely to the side of the road and stop.
- With the engine off, check the engine oil level. If the level is low, add oil as required.
If the warning light remains on after adding oil or if oil is not available, call an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
CAUTION – Engine damage
If the engine is not stopped immediately after the engine oil pressure warning light is illuminated and stays on the engine damage may result.
The oil pressure warning light comes on whenever there is insufficient oil pressure. In normal operation, it should come on when the ignition switch is turned on, and then go out when the engine is started. If the oil pressure warning light stays on while the engine is running, there is a serious malfunction.
CAUTION
If the oil pressure warning light stays on while the engine is running, serious engine damage may result. The oil pressure warning light comes on whenever there is insufficient oil pressure. In normal operation, it should come on when the ignition switch is turned on, and then go out when the engine is started. If the oil pressure warning light stays on while the engine is running, there is a serious malfunction.
If this happens, stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so, turn off the engine, and check the oil level. If the oil level is low, fill the engine oil to the proper level and start the engine again. If the light stays on with the engine running, turn the engine off immediately. In any instance where the oil light stays on when the engine is running, the engine should be checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer before the car is driven again.
Parking brake & brake fluid warning light Parking brake warning
This light is illuminated when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position. The warning light should go off when the parking brake is released while the engine is running.
The parking brake warning chime will sound to remind you that the parking brake is applied when you are driving above 6 mph (10 km/h). Always release the parking brake before you drive.
Low brake fluid level warning
If the warning light remains on, it may indicate that the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low.
If the warning light remains on:
- Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
- With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required. Then check all brake components for fluid leaks.
- Do not drive the vehicle if leaks are found, the warning light remains on or the brakes do not operate properly. Have the vehicle towed to any authorized HYUNDAI dealer for a brake system inspection and necessary repairs.
Your vehicle is equipped with dual-diagonal braking systems. This means you still have braking on two wheels even if one of the dual systems should fail. With only one of the dual systems working, more than normal pedal travel and greater pedal pressure are required to stop the car. Also, the car will not stop in as short a distance with only a portion of the brake system working. If the brakes fail while you are driving, shift to a lower gear for additional engine braking and stop the car as soon as it is safe to do so.
To check bulb operation, check whether the parking brake and brake fluid warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light
This light illuminates if the ignition switch is turned ON and goes off in approximately 3 seconds if the system is operating normally.
If the ABS warning light remains on, comes on while driving, or does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, this indicates that there may be a malfunction with the ABS.
If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible. The normal braking system will still be operational but without the assistance of the anti-lock brake system.
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) system warning light
If these two warning lights are shown to illuminate at the same time while driving, the ABS and EBD systems may have malfunctioned.
In this case, your ABS and regular brake system may not work normally. Have the vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING – ABS/brake lights
If both ABS and brake warning lights are on and stay on, your vehicle’s brake system will not work normally during sudden braking. Loss of braking could result in an accident, serious injury, or death. In this case, avoid high-speed driving and abrupt braking. Have your vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.
If the ABS warning light or EBD warning light is on and stays on, the speedometer or odometer/trip meter may not work. In this case, have your vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.
Charging system warning light
This warning light indicates a malfunction of either the generator or the electrical charging system.
If the warning light comes on while the vehicle is in motion:
- Drive to the nearest safe location.
- With the engine off, check the generator drive belt for looseness or breakage.
- If the belt is adjusted properly, a problem exists somewhere in the electrical charging system. Have an authorized HYUNDAI dealer correct the problem as soon as possible.
Door ajar warning light
This warning light illuminates when a door is not closed securely.
The trunk lid open warning light
This warning light illuminates when a trunk lid is not closed securely.
Immobilizer indicator
If any of the following occurs in a vehicle equipped with the smart key, the immobilizer indicator illuminates, blinks or the light goes off.
- When the smart key is in the vehicle, if the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or ON position, the indicator will illuminate. However, when the smart key is not in the vehicle if the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed, the indicator will blink 10 times to indicate that you will not be able to start the engine.
- When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position and the indicator turns off after 2 seconds, the system may have a problem. Have the vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
- When the battery is weak, if the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed, the indicator will blink and you will not be able to start the engine. However, you may still be able to start the engine by directly pressing the engine start/stop button with the smart key. If smart key system-related parts have a problem, the indicator will blink.
EPB (Electric Parking Brake) malfunction indicator (if equipped)
The EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned ON but should go off after approximately 3 seconds. If the warning light does not come on, or continuously remains on take your vehicle to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have the system checked.
Also, the EPB malfunction indicator may illuminate when the ESC indicator comes on to indicate that the ESC is not working properly, but if this occurs, it does not indicate the EPB has malfunctioned.
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AUTO HOLD indicator light (if equipped)
If you press the AUTO HOLD switch, the AUTO HOLD indicator on the cluster comes in white. And when you stop the vehicle completely by pressing the brake pedal, the indicator changes from white to green.
If the AUTO HOLD malfunction indicator lights up yellow, the AUTO HOLD is not working properly. Take your vehicle to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have the system checked.
For more information, refer to “AUTO HOLD” in section 5.
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) system warning light
This indicator light comes on after the ignition key is turned to the ON position and then goes out after approximately 6 seconds.
This light also comes on when the EPS has some problems. If it comes on while driving, have your vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
Engine coolant temperature warning light
The warning light illuminates if the temperature of the engine coolant is above 257±4.5°F (125±2.5°C).
Do not continue driving with an over-heated engine. If your vehicle overheats, refer to “Overheating” in section 6.
Low fuel level warning light
This warning light indicates the fuel tank is nearly empty. When it comes on, you should add fuel as soon as possible. Driving with the fuel level warning light on or with the fuel level below “E” can cause the engine to misfire and damage the catalytic converter.
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) (check engine light)
This indicator light is part of the Engine Control System which monitors various emission control system components. If this light illuminates while driving, it indicates that a potential malfunction has been detected somewhere in the emission control system.
This light will also illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and will go out in a few seconds after the engine is started. If it illuminates while driving, or does not illuminate when the ignition switch is in the ON position, take your vehicle to your nearest authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have the system checked.
Generally, your vehicle will continue to be drivable but have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer promptly.
CAUTION – MIL illumination
- Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light illuminated may cause damage to the emission control systems which could affect drivability and/or fuel economy.
- If the Emission Control Malfunction Indicator Light illuminates, potential catalytic converter damage is possible which could result in loss of engine power. Have the Engine Control System inspected as soon as possible by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
ECO indicator Active ECO system
When active ECO is operating the ECO indicator is green. For more details, refer to “Active ECO” in section 5.
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) indicator
The ESC indicator will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned ON but should go off after approximately 3 seconds. When the ESC is on, it monitors the driving conditions. Under normal driving conditions, the ESC indicator will remain off. When a slippery or low traction condition is encountered, the ESC will operate, and the ESC indicator will blink to indicate the ESC is operating.
But, if the ESC system malfunctions the indicator illuminates and stays on. Take your vehicle to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer and have the system checked.
ESC OFF indicator
The ESC OFF indicator will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned ON but should go off after approximately 3 seconds. To switch to ESC OFF mode, press the ESC OFF button. The ESC OFF indicator will illuminate indicating the ESC is deactivated.
Cruise indicator (if equipped) CRUISE indicator
The indicator light illuminates when the cruise control system is enabled. The cruise indicator light in the instrument cluster is illuminated when the cruise control CRUISE button on the steering wheel is pushed. The indicator light turns off when the cruise control CRUISE button is pushed again.
For more details, refer to “Cruise Control System” in section 5.
Cruise SET indicator
The indicator light illuminates when the cruise function switch (SET- or RES+) is ON. The cruise SET indicator light in the instrument cluster is illuminated when the cruise control switch (SET- or RES+) is pushed. The cruise SET indicator light does not illuminate when the cruise control switch (CANCEL) is pushed or the system is disengaged.
For more details, refer to “Cruise Control System” in section 5.
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) indicator
Low tire pressure telltale /TPMS malfunction indicates
The low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction indicator comes on for 3 seconds after the ignition switch is in the ON position.
The TPMS malfunction indicator will illuminate after it blinks for approximately 1 minute when there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
If this occurs, have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible. For more details, refer to “TPMS” in section 6.
WARNING – Low tire pressure
Significantly low tire pressure makes the vehicle unstable and can contribute to loss of vehicle control and increased braking distances.
Continued driving on low-pressure tires will cause the tires to overheat and fail.
- The TPMS cannot alert you to severe and sudden tire damage caused by external factors.
- If you feel any vehicle instability, immediately take your foot off the accelerator pedal, apply the brakes gradually and with light force, and slowly move to a safe position off the road.
FAQs
The exclamation point inside a triangle typically indicates a general warning, suggesting that there’s a problem that needs attention immediately.
The thermometer symbol usually indicates that the engine is overheating, which could lead to severe damage if not addressed promptly.
The steering wheel with an exclamation point typically indicates an issue with the power steering system, which might make steering more difficult and require inspection.
The oil can symbol usually indicates low oil pressure, which is critical for proper engine lubrication. Immediate action is necessary to prevent engine damage.
The battery symbol typically indicates a malfunction in the charging system, which may lead to a drained battery and potential stalling of the vehicle.
The tire with an exclamation point typically indicates low tire pressure in one or more tires, which can affect vehicle handling and fuel efficiency.
The engine symbol usually indicates a malfunction in the engine management system, which may require immediate attention to prevent further damage.
The key symbol typically indicates an issue with the vehicle’s security system, such as an incorrect key or a problem with the immobilizer.
The windshield with wipers symbol usually indicates an issue with the windshield wipers, such as low washer fluid or a malfunction in the wiper system.
The fuel pump symbol typically indicates a problem with the fuel system, such as low fuel levels or a malfunction in the fuel pump.
The airbag symbol usually indicates a malfunction in the airbag system, which may pose a safety risk in the event of a collision.
The padlock symbol typically indicates an issue with the vehicle’s immobilizer system, which may prevent the engine from starting.
The ABS symbol usually indicates a malfunction in the anti-lock braking system, which may affect the vehicle’s ability to brake safely.
The seatbelt symbol typically indicates that one or more occupants in the vehicle have not fastened their seatbelts, reminding occupants to buckle up for safety.
The exclamation point inside parentheses typically indicates a non-specific warning, prompting the driver to check for any issues that might require attention.
Useful Links
View Full PDF: 2016 Hyundai Azera Owner’s Manual | Auto User Guide
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Instrument Cluster: 2016 Hyundai Azera Display Warning Messages