What does it mean when the Jiefang STOP warning light is on?

[GrantLee]

Jiefang STOP warning light being on indicates that there is a serious fault in the vehicle's engine or chassis. Concept: The STOP light is a mandatory parking alarm light, which should illuminate simultaneously with one of the warning lights such as low oil pressure, low brake fluid level, or high water temperature, indicating that the engine must be stopped immediately. Categories: There are also other indicator lights on the dashboard, such as water temperature, oil pressure, air pressure, engine, and cab indicators. If any of these components has an issue, the STOP light will illuminate. For example, if the engine water temperature is too high while driving, the water temperature warning light will come on, and the STOP light will also illuminate, indicating an engine fault. There is also a yellow light on the dashboard; the STOP light is red, where yellow indicates a general fault and red indicates a serious fault.

[ColemanRose]

That red STOP light coming on is no joke! I've encountered it back when I drove heavy trucks. When this light pops up, it's basically screaming 'Pull over and check NOW!' Most commonly, it signals trouble with the braking system—either brake fluid is leaking or the brake booster drum is failing. If the brake pedal feels unusually stiff, that's a red flag. It could also indicate major engine issues, like critically low oil levels (low oil pressure) or an overheating engine (coolant temperature off the charts). Continuing to drive could destroy the engine. A dead battery or alternator failure might also trigger it. Whatever the cause, when this light appears, immediately find a safe spot to stop. Check if other warning lights on the dashboard are lit too—don't push your luck. Investigate right away, because roadside breakdowns are no laughing matter. Especially with heavy trucks, brake failure could lead to unthinkable consequences.

[MariaLynn]

Oh, I really want to talk about the STOP warning light coming on in FAW trucks. When this light turns on, it's warning you to safely pull over and check immediately. With over ten years of truck driving experience, I've summarized the most likely causes: it's probably a severe engine system malfunction. For example, the oil pressure might have dropped too low, causing insufficient engine lubrication—if you keep driving, you could end up with serious engine damage requiring an overhaul. Another possibility is the engine coolant temperature skyrocketing; if it gets too high and you keep going, you’ll ruin the engine. The braking system is also critical—low brake fluid or air in the lines can make the brake pedal feel noticeably softer or harder. If the battery is nearly dead, other dashboard lights might flicker or dim. For safety, after pulling over, don’t turn off the engine right away—first check the oil pressure gauge and coolant temperature gauge, then pay attention to any unusual brake pedal feel. Never take chances and keep driving; the safest move is to find a reliable repair shop for a timely inspection.

[DiJonathan]

When the red light with the word 'STOP' on a FAW truck illuminates, it indicates a particularly urgent situation in the vehicle. Drivers familiar with these trucks know that this light generally revolves around several major issues: First, the engine oil pressure is critically low, which means the engine is essentially running 'dry'; second, the engine temperature is excessively high and about to overheat; third, and most critically—the braking system may be on the verge of failure, either due to a leak or loss of vacuum assist; finally, a nearly depleted battery can also trigger this light. In such a situation, the first priority is to find a way to pull over safely. After stopping, quickly check the positions of the coolant temperature gauge and oil pressure gauge needles, then test the brake pedal a few times to feel for any changes in pressure. After that, call the service station or request roadside assistance as soon as possible.