dashboard lights
[ˈdæʃbɔːrd laɪts]
nounpl: dashboard lights
luzes do painel de instrumentos
1. illuminated indicator lights on a vehicle's instrument panel that display information about engine status, fuel level, temperature, and warning conditions
The dashboard lights came on when I started the car, indicating low fuel.
As luzes do painel de instrumentos acenderam quando liguei o carro, indicando combustível baixo.
2. warning indicators that alert drivers to mechanical or electrical problems in the vehicle
If the dashboard lights flash red, pull over immediately and check your engine.
Se as luzes do painel piscarem em vermelho, estacione imediatamente e verifique o motor.
Dashboard lights are essential for vehicle safety in both Brazilian and American driving culture. The check engine light is particularly well-known in both regions as a sign requiring immediate attention. Brazilian drivers commonly refer to them informally as 'luzes do painel,' and understanding their meanings is crucial for vehicle maintenance.
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