SsangYong Korando Dashboard Lights And Meaning

SsangYong dropped a teaser video and image of the new Korando on 28th January 2019. It was launched on 26th February at the Geneva Motor show 2019. Korando means "Korea Can Do," and indeed Korea has done as SsangYong Korando is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as Korea's longest surviving nameplate. 

SsangYong Korando uses modern control technologies to achieve the goal of making a perfectly safe car. Deep control makes it easy to take long haul cross-country trips. It is made up of 74% high tensile strength steel to ensure rigidity and safety. 

The latest technology helps the car become a better ride, and it can inform you about every minor and major malfunction in the vehicle, but the condition is you understand the meaning of the lights on the dashboard.

Whenever you see a symbol flashing on your dashboard, always remember that a red warning symbol means that you must get it checked immediately. In the case of a yellow dashboard light, you can take a little time, and green and white Indicators do not represent anything serious.

Read this guide to know the meaning of indicator and warning lights on your SsangYong Korando. It is best if you don't ignore these symbols.

SsangYong Korando Air Bag Warning Light

If this light does not turn on for six seconds when the engine is started, contact your dealer to get it checked. If you see this light while driving, it means that a malfunction in the airbag system has been detected. You need to get your car's airbag system repaired as soon as possible.

SsangYong Korando Brake Warning Light

The Brake System malfunction light indicates that there is a problem with the brake system. There is a possibility of a low brake fluid level. Stop the vehicle carefully and contact your Ssangyong dealer for assistance.

SsangYong Korando Seat Belt Remider Warning Light

This light comes on when the driver's or passenger's seat belt is not fastened. A heavy object on the passenger seat can also activate it. The light will turn off when you buckle up the seat belt properly.

SsangYong Korando Electric Parking Brake

This symbol turns on when you start the engine, but it should not stay on continuously. Take your to your SsangYong dealer for service.

SsangYong Korando Battery Charge Warning Light

If you see this symbol while driving, pull over, and do not continue driving when this light is on. It can lead to an engine overheat and damage the engine. This problem needs to be corrected as soon as it is pointed out.

SsangYong Korando Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Bring the car to a stop and do not continue driving. Please switch off the engine and let it cool down as this light turns on when the engine's coolant level or temperature is low. If the light is still visible after a few minutes, contact your Ssangyong dealer for assistance.

SsangYong Korando Hood Open Warning Light

When this red warning symbol lights up, it means that the hood is not closed correctly. Safely pull over and shut it correctly. The light will turn off once you close it.

SsangYong Korando Engine Oil Pressure Light

You will see this light as soon as the engine starts and goes out after a few seconds. If the light comes on when you are in the middle of driving, it means that the oil pressure is lower than usual. Stop the engine and check the engine oil level. You can add the oil by following the instructions in the owner's manual or call your Ssangyong dealer for assistance.

SsangYong Korando Transmission Temperature Warning Light

It means that the temperature has increased significantly because of the sporty driving manner or some other reasons. Stop the vehicle as you should not drive while this warning light is on.

SsangYong Korando Vehicle Ahead Indicator

A vehicle was detected ahead, and the deep control system regulated the speed to maintain the distance.

SsangYong Korando Vehicle Security Warning Light

This symbol indicates that there is a malfunction in the vehicle security system. You should get it checked immediately; otherwise, the theft-deterrent system might not function properly.

SsangYong Korando Low Fuel Warning Light

This warning light comes on to inform you that the fuel will soon be exhausted. You are advised to fill up the tank as quickly as possible if you see this light.

SsangYong Korando Door Open Warning Light

This light comes on when either a door is opened or not closed properly. Safely stop the car and close the door closed properly.

SsangYong Korando Engine Check Malfunction Indicator Warning Light

The engine malfunction indicator lamp illuminates when there is a fault in the emission-related components. It will stay on until the problem is corrected. You should not drive the vehicle when this light is on.

SsangYong Korando Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light

This light indicates that car’s all-wheel steering may have failed or will fail soon. Stop the car safely and contact your Ssangyong dealer for assistance. This needs to be corrected immediately.

SsangYong Korando Service 4wd Warning Light

You will see this symbol in two variations, 4WD HIGH, and 4WD LOW. 4WD HIGH turns on when the 4WD switch is in 4H and 4WD LOW in the 4L position. When both turn on simultaneously, then there is a malfunction in the system. Take your Korando for service as soon as possible.

SsangYong Korando Tire Pressure Monitoring System (tpms) Warning Light

This light turns on when the pressure in one or more tires has reduced by 10%. You should check the pressure and get it corrected as soon as possible because it lowers the vehicle's performance.

SsangYong Korando Abs Warning Light

If you see this light while driving, it is indicating a malfunction in the ABS. Drive very carefully and have it checked by your Ssangyong dealer as soon as possible.

SsangYong Korando Electronic Stability Control Active Warning Light

This light stays on when the system is functioning fully. If the indicator light is blinking, it means that ASC is actively regulating. If the light is on continuously, it means that the system has switched off the ESC. Restart the vehicle to turn it on again.

SsangYong Korando Electronic Stability Control Off Warning Light

It means that the electronic stabilization control or ESC was switched off. You can press the ESC button, and it will turn on again.

SsangYong Korando Front Fog Indicator Light

It merely indicates that the front fog lamps are on. If they are not working and the light is on, get it checked from your Ssangyong dealer as soon as possible.

SsangYong Korando High Beam Indicator Light

This light comes on when the high headlight beam is activated.

SsangYong Korando Turn Signal Indicator Light

This light flashes to indicate the operation of an external turn signal. Shorter flashes mean that the turn signal lamp bulb has failed.