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What do the indicator/warning lights mean in my 2020 BMW X5?

2020 BMW X5 warning lights

When any light turns on, it can be very stressful, especially if you do not know what it means. We have compiled all the light meanings inside the 2020 BMW X5 so you know what is going on. Keep reading to see what each light means.

Red Lights

Airbag System

This light means the airbag system and belt tensioner may not be working as it should.

Brake System

When illuminated, this light means the braking system is impaired. You can continue to drive moderately but have your brakes checked sooner than later.

Safety belt reminder

This will flash when the driver or passenger is not buckled.

Safety belt reminder for backseats

This lets the driver know the passengers in the backseat are not buckled in.

Yellow Lights

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

This means the Brake Assistant function is not activated. Avoid sudden braking and keep in mind longer braking distance.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

When this light flashes, it is letting you know the vehicle is stabilized. When this happens, reduce speed and modify your driving style.

DSC is deactivated

This lets you know the DSC is turned off.

Emissions

When this light illuminates, your emissions are deteriorating and you need to have your vehicle checked out soon. If the light is flashing, there is excessive misfiring in your engine.

Steering system

Your steering system may not be working if this light turns on.

Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)

This light turns on if you have a flat tire or low pressure in one of them.

Green Lights

Automatic Hold

When this light is activated, your vehicle is automatically held in place when it is stationary.

Front fog lights

This lets you know your front fog lights are switched on.

High-beam Assistant

When turned on, this will automatically switch your high beams on and off for you.

Lane departure warning

This indicator light will turn on to show the system is in use.

Low beams

This means your low beams are turn on.

Parking lights

This illuminates when your parking lights are switched on.

Safety belt reminder for rear seats

Shows up when the safety belt is buckled.

Turn signal

Shows when the turn signal is switched on. If it blinks faster than normal, this indicated the signal bulb is not working.

Blue lights

High beams

The light lets you know your high beams are activiated.

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Schedule a service appointment at Freeman Motor Company

If you have any of your service lights on, let us know and schedule an appointment. We can check out what potentially can be wrong. We have a variety of maintenance services and we are confident we can fix whatever problem you may have.

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