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What does it mean when the red P light on the car dashboard is on?

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LillianaMarie
09/01/25 2:45am

The P light in the combination instrument generally represents the vehicle's parking brake system, also known as the handbrake system. When the P light in the combination instrument is illuminated, it may appear in three different colors. The following are explanations for the three scenarios: Red P light illuminated: The red P light being illuminated indicates that the parking brake system is engaged, meaning the handbrake is pulled tight. It is displayed in red on the combination instrument as a normal status, not a fault. However, if it lights up or flashes together with other warning lights, such as the ABS light, it indicates a system malfunction. Yellow P light illuminated: The yellow P light being illuminated generally indicates that there is a fault stored in the parking brake or ABS system. Further inspection and confirmation are required. Green or blue P light illuminated: The green or blue P light being illuminated indicates that the automatic parking system, also known as the AUTO-HOLD system, is functioning normally. The P light will illuminate to provide a prompt to the driver when the system is in operation.

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