Nobody wants to be cruising the roads of Dover, Odessa and Middletown and suddenly see a light fire up on the dashboard. It never helps that these lights are often arcane and confusing to interpret. Keep this 2017 Ford Focus dashboard symbols guide handy so you've got a quick reference when you need to figure out what a warning means.
Adaptive Cruise Control
This indicator light will be illuminated white when the system is on and functioning properly. It turns off if the system is disengaged. If it's green, the cruise control is actively being used.
ABS
This symbol illuminates when a malfunction in your Anti-Lock brake system (ABS) has a malfunction. Usually your normal brakes will continue to function, but you should get the system checked.
Auto Start and Stop
This symbol lets you know that your engine is shutting down and will auto start again when the time comes.
Battery Malfunction
This particular system indicates a malfunction in your battery or charging system. Turn off any electrical equipment you don't need, and get to an authorized repair shop to have the system checked right away.
Blind Spot Monitoring
If your blind spot monitoring disengages, this light will turn on. It could indicate a problem that needs to be addressed.
Brakes
If this lights up, it could mean a couple things. First, your parking brake may be engaged. Second, you may have low fluid levels or your braking system could be malfunctioning. Don't drive the car; have it towed to an authorized repair facility
Cruise Control
This light illuminates to let you know that cruise control is on.
Electric Parking Brake
If your electric parking brake is malfunctioning, this light will illuminate. It could put strain on your braking system; have it diagnosed.
Engine Coolant
This light will illuminate if your engine temperature is too high. You need to stop the car, and let it cool down. Then, head to your local dealership to get the problem looked at.
Engine Oil
If this light comes on while you're driving or the car is running, there is a malfunction in your oil system. As soon as you can, stop the vehicle and check your oil levels. If they're normal, do not drive the car until you can have it checked.
Airbags
If this light doesn't illuminate when you start the car, or it remains on or flashes, there's a malfunction in your airbag system.
Lane Keeping
If this light comes on, your lane keeping system has been activated.
Low Fuel
This light lets you know that you need to stop for gas. Your fuel tank is nearly empty.
Tire Pressure Light
This warning light indicates that the air pressure in one or more tires is low. It comes on briefly when you start the car. If it doesn't go off, doesn't illuminate at all, or starts to flash, have the system checked.
Powertrain System
When there's a fault in your all-wheel drive or powertrain system, this light will come on. Get in touch with your dealer right away.
Service Engine
This light indicates one of a broad range of issues detected by your on-board diagnostics system. You should get your car to the dealer to have the problem diagnosed and fixed immediately.
Have Your Focus Serviced at Winner Ford
If you see these or any other Ford Focus dashboard symbol on your vehicle and you know it requires service, schedule a service appointment at Winner Ford, serving Dover, Middletown and Odessa to have the problem taken care of today!
