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Nissan Micra Dashboard Warning Lights

This section covers the dashboard warning lights and engine management symbols of the Japanese manufacturer Nissan with their popular Micra.



The vast majority of cars use warning lights to display active utilities or issues detected by on board computers. Many symbols are universal, though some may vary slightly on your Nissan Micra depending on the location of manufacture.

As with almost all vehicles, the colour of the symbol is relative. Blue and green symbols illuminate to illustrate a utility if running. Amber, orange or yellow dashboard lights symbolise something requires attention. This could be for example a service is due.

Red lights will generally symbolise something needs needs attention much sooner and red flashing lights or lights accompanied by an audible sound will require urgent attention where safety may become an issue or potential damage to the vehicle engine.

The Nissan Micra dashboard lights and symbols are detailed below with use of a symbol pictures, information and description, plus an explanation of what action should be taken.

Nissan Micra anti-lock brake system (ABS) dashboard warning light

ABS

ANTI-LOCK BRAKing SYSTEM

When the ignition is turned to the ON position on the Nissan Micra, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) light illuminates and shortly turns off. This informs you the system is operational. If light comes on whilst driving or stays on after engine start, this indicates a malfunction in the ABS where a Nissan technician will need to check system. A fault with the ABS does not affect normal braking. ABS is used primarily to prevent wheels from locking under harsh braking. For an understanding of ABS and what it does see, ABS.


Nissan Micra (exclamation mark) brake dashboard warning light

Brake Warning

BRAKING Warning Dashboard Light

The red exclamation mark contained in a red circle provide information for the parking brake (handbrake) and foot brakes. With ignition on, the brake warning light will illuminate when the parking brake is applied. Ensure parking brake is fully released. If parking brake is fully released and light comes on, this informs the driver of a low level of brake fluid. Brake fluid levels must be checked within the engine compartment urgently as braking may become inefficient. If brake fluid levels are correct, this may indicate air in the system and vehicle must be checked by a Nissan technician.





Nissan Micra battery charge dashboard warning light

Battery Charge

Battery Charge WARNING LIGHT

Light will illuminate for a short period after ignition. If light comes on or stays on, this indicates the battery is not receiving sufficient charge. This may be due to faulty alternator or generator belt. Check belt is not loose or broken. If light remains on, do not continue to drive vehicle and seek assistance from Nissan technician. See Why is the battery warning light on for further help.


Nissan Micra Oil pressure dashboard warning light

Oil Pressure

Low Oil Pressure WARNING LIGHT

This light illuminates on the Nissan Micra to inform of low oil pressure and not low engine oil levels. If the low oil pressure light flickers or illuminates whilst driving, find a safe area to stop and turn off the engine immediately. Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause irreparable damage to the engine. Do not restart engine and seek the assistance of Nissan technician.


Nissan Micra engine temperature dashboard warning light

Engine Temperature

High Engine Temperature WARNING LIGHT

Light illuminates with ignition temporarily to indicates sensors are operational. If light illuminates whilst driving, this indicates engine temperature is extremely high. Find a safe place to pull over and turn engine off immediately. Allow to cool down for around 20 minutes. Check engine coolant levels when engine has cooled. If light continues to illuminate, do not run engine as serious damage may occur. Seek assistance from authorised technician to have the problem resolved.





Nissan Micra power steering (PS) failure dashboard warning light

Power Steering

Power Steering Failure WARNING LIGHT

The power steering ‘PS’ warning light illuminates temporarily after engine ignition. If the symbol remains on or illuminates when driving, this suggests a failure with the power steering. Normal steering will remain unaffected though steering assistance will be inactive. You will likely notice the steering wheel difficult to turn especially whilst turning and traveling slowly. Assistance is required from Nissan technician.


Nissan Micra air bag failure dashboard warning light

Air Bag

Nissan Micra front passenger air bag off dashboard warning light

Passenger Air Bag

Supplemental Air Bag WARNING LIGHT

When ignition is turned to ON, system self-checks where symbol remains lit on the Nissan Micra for 7 seconds to inform system SRS air bags are operational. If, the light remains on after 7 seconds, light flashes, or light fails to illuminate at all, there is a fault in the supplemental front air bags and/or pretensioner systems and fault should be diagnosed by Nissan technician. The front passenger air bag light will be illuminated and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For further information about airbags and possible faults, see why is the airbag light on?


Nissan Micra malfunction dashboard warning light

Malfunction Light

Malfunction Indicator WARNING LIGHT (MIL)

If the MIL symbol is lit constantly or blinks whilst engine is running, it may indicate an emission control malfunction. Symbol may remain lit if fuel cap is lose or missing. If symbols is lit for 20 seconds and flashes for 10 seconds when engine is not running, it indicates the vehicle is ready emission control system
inspection / maintenance test. If the symbol constantly flashes, an engine misfire has been detected and can damage the emissions control system.

To avoid damage, do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h), avoid hard acceleration or deceleration, avoid steep uphill gradients and try and avoid the amount of weight in vehicle. If light continues to flash or remains on steady, seek assistance from a Nissan technician.





Nissan Micra slip indicator dashboard warning light

Slip Indicator

Slip INDICATOR WARNING LIGHT

This indicator light will flash when the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system or the Traction Control System (TCS) is operating. If the Slip Indicator Warning light flashes, it if informing you that the vehicle is running at its limits and that the vehicle is moving too fast for the conditions. The road surface may be slippery.


Nissan Micra Vehicle Dynamic Control OFF dashboard warning light

Vehicle Dynamic Control

Vehicle Dynamic Control OFF WARNING LIGHT

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) offers stability to the vehicle, most particularly in adverse road, weather and driving conditions. The VDC light should come on for around 2 seconds when ignition is switched on and go out. If light comes on whilst driving, it suggests a fault with the VDC system. If after a restart the light remains permanently on, seek assistance from a Nissan dealership.





Nissan Micra Key Security dashboard warning light

Security

Security Indicator LIGHT

The ‘Key’ in a car symbol indicates the Nissan Micra Security System is working. The symbol light flashes whenever the ignition switch is placed in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This flashing indicates the security system equipped on the vehicle is operational.


Nissan Micra Low Fuel dashboard warning light

Low Fuel

Nissan Micra Low Fuel 2nd version dashboard warning light

Low Fuel (2)

Nissan Micra Low Windshield Fluid dashboard warning light

Low Windshield Fluid

Nissan Micra Seat Belt Unfastened dashboard warning light

Seat Belt Unfastened


Nissan Micra Door Open dashboard warning light

Door Open

Nissan Micra Turning Signals dashboard warning light

Turning Signals

Nissan Micra High Beam dashboard warning light

High Beam

Nissan Micra Front Fog Lights dashboard warning light

Front Fog Lights


Nissan Micra Park Symbol dashboard warning light

‘P’ Park Symbol

Nissan Micra Cruise Control dashboard warning light

Cruise Control

Nissan Micra O/D Overdrive OFF dashboard warning light

O/D Overdrive OFF







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  1. Gwen
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    Will the red key light flashing flatten the battery

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  2. Driving Test Tips
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    Hello Gwen,
    No it wont flatten the battery. The light uses a very small amount of energy and will make little difference to the battery under general use of the car.

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  3. Emi
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    Hi

    Brought old Nissan micra, the temperature warning light is blue when I drive and I have no heating but the fans work

    Any ideas why and what to do?

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  4. Driving Test Tips
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    A blue temperature light usually means that engine coolant is cold and not yet up to optimal running temperature.

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  5. Chelsea
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    What should I do if the dash said “KEY” then I try to start it and the push start won’t turn? Please help

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  6. Driving Test Tips
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    The Nissan Micra ‘Intelligent Key indicator’ light, if it stays on (steady, non-flashing) it indicates that the Intelligent Key System has a malfunction. Alternatively, you don’t have a second key fob on you at the same time? The Nissan Anti-Theft System (NATS) / immobiliser can prevent the engine from starting if you do. Another possibility is that your keys require reprogramming.

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  7. Tim.
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    My 1996 micra starts and runs for only ten seconds every time I start it.
    There is an amber flashing symbol on the dashboard.

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  8. Bee
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    I wonder if you can help? I just had a new battery replace on my nissan micra 2004, with a full services two weeks ago. Now, these three lights are on again this morning, the engine stop itself, brake servos, i turned off the engine. And, stopped for a few minutes and started the engine and and the engine started slowly again and the lights disappear and I was able to drive to work again. I am wory if these three lights are on again. These three lights are Battery Charge WARNING LIGHT, Malfunction Indicator WARNING LIGHT (MIL), Low Oil Pressure WARNING LIGHT?

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  9. Driving Test Tips
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    Hello Bee,
    Were the warning lights on before the service? Are you sure it was the battery that required replacing and it’s not a faulty alternator? Did they test the alternator?
    Personally I would take your Micra back to where you had it serviced for further investigation. Anything related to an oil pressure fault is of huge concern and it may not only lead to breakdown but potentially significant engine damage.

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  10. Lynette Burger
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    I have a Nissan Micra Active 2018 model and the security light flashes when the car is switched off. I have the car now for about 4 months and this is the first time this has happened.

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    Hi Lynette,
    If the light goes out when the car is started, then it suggests that the immobilser system is active and working when the car is turned off.

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  12. MRS LINDA ANDERSON
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    I have a Nissan micra Bose 67 plate. I have only had it 6 weeks and 3 times it has shown a message saying front sensor obstructed then a symbol of 2 car fronts in yellow appears

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    Hi Linda,
    If the area around the sensors is clean from dirt, then it sounds like a faulty sensor module. As it’s still quite new, I’d book it in with Nissan to take a look.

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  14. J I Jones
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    ‘Auto ‘ stop/start warning symbol flashing on dashboard. Despite this, car starts and runs perfectly.

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  15. KG
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    I just brought a micra visia 2009 and the is a B on the dash showing constantly when the ignition is on but i cannot find out what it means? Any ideas. Thank yoi

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  16. Martha
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    Hi I have a 2005 Micra. After having a part replaced the symbol of a car with a key in it comes on after driving about a mile. The symbol is red. I think it’s the security symbol. Other than this the car is driving fine. Is there anyway to turn off the symbol? I can’t do a driving test if the symbol is on.

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  17. Driving Test Tips
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    Hi Martha,
    If the security light has only just came on after having a replacement part, the best action would be to talk to the people that replaced the part as it appears to be related. Other than that, this issue can be an interference problem between the key and the receiver. Ensure there are no other metal objects on the key fob, particularly another electronic key. If you have another key, try that, check the battery in the key is fine. It might be a a receiver issue in the ignition. Failing that, it would be a job for Nissan to look at.

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  18. Nitesh vindrani
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    Malfunction indicator warning light’s same sign is displaying in red colour.
    What does that mean?

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  19. Driving Test Tips
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    The malfunction indicator light (check engine light) is a generic fault light meaning it can be many things. The only way to find out is is to use a diagnostic scanner to bring up fault codes – that’s what any mechanic will use.

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  20. Liz
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    My key light -steady non-flashing is on and the Auto symbol is flashing green. The engine light is also on. What does this mean please?

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    Hi Liz,
    The immobiliser (key warning light) and auto stop start (green auto light flashing) can fail to operate correctly when there are battery charge issues. This can happen if the car hasn’t been used in a while, the battery has been disconnected, alternator problems etc. A low or dying battery can also cause the check engine warning light to come on. I’d check out the battery and go from there.

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  22. Michaela
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    Hi my 2009 Nissan Micra lock symbol on my dash is always flashing red, my ignition when turned also won’t turn fully to be locked, could you please tell me what it’s could be?

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  23. Driving Test Tips
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    Hi Michaela,
    Have you tried a different key? Is the battery in your key still good. If the car battery is low on power, it can cause issues with the immobiliser system.

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  24. Sasi
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    Can anyone say ..why the yellow key flashes on the dash after the car starts running..in my Nissan micra

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  25. Driving Test Tips
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    Hi Sasi, have you tried an alternative key (if you have one) and also replace the battery inside the key fob.

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  26. PW
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    Hi Bee,
    Did you find a solution. My Nissan March indicates the same three bulbs and after some time the engine gets started.
    Any info would be appreciated.
    Thanks
    P.

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  27. Cameron
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    In reply to Emi.

    This is your coolant light check you have enough Anitfreeze/coolant in the tank

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  28. Amit
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    Hi I had a nissan micra petrol 2010,there is continuously sign of yellow key on my dashboard screen plz explain.

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  29. Shiv
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    In reply to J I Jones.

    Also happening on my 2018 nissan micra. How do you turn it off.

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