Here are some of the most common car warning light indicators, and advice from CR's auto pros on what to do if they light up ...

The Engine Coolant Temperature Warning lights up when engine ... So if you see any brake-related symbol light up on your dashboard, the last thing you should do is ignore it.

Find out what the different dash lights mean Know your TPMS from ... Unlike most warning lights, this engine warning light is not specific to any one problem. The symbol of an engine outline could ...

The ESC warning light (often a car icon with squiggly lines ... Many cars have an ESC OFF button on the dashboard or center console, and pressing it will temporarily disable the system.

Cars use dashboard warning lights to alert drivers to potential issues. Recognizing these symbols helps prevent breakdowns, ...

Hambleton said: "The engine cooling warning light, resembling a thermometer over wavy lines, is one of the least recognised dashboard symbols but crucial for preventing serious engine damage.

Car expert Gabriel Hambleton from car detailing supplier Gold Label Car Care, shares how one of the less recognised dashboard symbols, the engine cooling warning light, can help prevent a big bill.