The Tata Punch comes equipped with a range of modern features and relies heavily on various sensors for its functionality. These sensors communicate important information through the instrument cluster in the form of symbols and warning lights.
Understanding the meaning and reasons behind these warning lights is crucial because they provide information about various aspects of the vehicle’s status and performance.
While the warning lights and symbols in the Tata Punch serve to alert or inform you about the vehicle’s features and functionality, it’s important to note that not all symbols are as critical as others. The information provided in our article is specific to the Tata Punch and its unique set of dashboard warning lights.
Some of these symbols relate to vehicle features (such as lights and sports mode), while others pertain to safety features (like blind-spot monitoring and lane departure warnings). Additionally, certain symbols may indicate mechanical issues (like low tire pressure and engine temperature warnings).
Types of Tata Punch’s Dashboard Warning Light
The color of warning lights or symbols in a Tata Punch indicates their importance and the nature of the issue they’re highlighting.
Warning lights in vehicles, including those in the Tata Punch, are typically categorized into three groups based on their colors and importance. These groups are:
- Green or Blue: These lights provide information about the vehicle’s features or systems, such as high beams, turn signals, or cruise control. They are for informational purposes and typically not cause for immediate concern.
- Amber or Yellow: Yellow or amber lights signify non-critical issues that require the driver’s attention but aren’t emergencies. They may indicate things like a fault in the ABS system, low fuel, or a service reminder.
- Red and/or flashing: These are the most critical warnings and demand immediate attention. They often indicate serious issues like engine problems, low oil pressure, or overheating, and issues related to safety, such as seat belt warnings. Ignoring red warning lights can lead to severe damage or safety risks.
Tata Punch Dashboard Warning Lights
The layout of the dashboard display and the location of warning lights may vary depending on the year of manufacture and the model version of your Tata Punch. Not all indicators discussed here may be applicable to your specific Tata Punch.
TFT Dashboard Layout
LCD Dashboard Layout
Tata Punch Instrument Cluster Symbol and Details
1. Battery Warning
Name : Tata Punch Battery Warning Light.
Description : The red battery warning light illuminates when the Tata Punch’s ignition is switched “ON”. Once the engine is started, it turns “OFF”. If the battery warning light stays on after engine started. If the battery light illuminates while driving the vehicle, it might signal a problem. However, there are many reasons why your battery light could turn on.
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2. Malfunction Indication Lamp
Name : Tata Punch Malfunction Indication Lamp.
Description : Illuminates when ignition is switched ‘ON’. Once engine is started, it
turns ‘OFF’. It remains ‘ON’ for any engine related fault that may increase emission levels of the vehicle beyond the regulatory norms.
3. Check Engine Light
Name : Tata Punch Check Engine Light.
Description : Illuminates when ignition is switched ‘ON’. Once engine is started, it
turns ‘OFF’. Illuminates continuously if a fault arises in Engine Management
System.
Read More about: Reasons Car Check Engine Light Comes.
5. Water in fuel
Name : Tata Punch Water in fuel (Diesel).
Description : Illuminates when ignition is switched ‘ON’. Once engine is started, it turns ‘OFF’ approx. 4 seconds. Illuminates continuously if excess water is accumulated in the fuel filter. Drain the water immediately to avoid serious damage to the fuel injection system.
6. Daylight Running Lamp
Name : Daylight Running Lamp.
Description : Illuminates when ignition is switched ‘ON’ and goes ‘OFF’ after 4 Seconds. This symbol illuminates when the Day Time Running lamp is ‘ON’..
7. Low Oil Pressure
Name : Tata Punch Low Oil Pressure.
Description : Illuminates when ignition is switched ‘ON’ and goes ‘OFF’ once required engine oil pressure is developed after starting the engine. If the low oil pressure indicator does not glow or remains ‘ON’ with the ‘IGN’ ‘ON’ and engine is running, it indicates a fault in the electrical circuit / lubrication system.
The engine oil warning lamp usually illuminates due to low oil pressure rather than low oil levels, although a low oil level may cause low oil pressure. If the lamp is on, it could indicate a low engine oil level. The first step to confirm this issue is checking the oil level using the dipstick. If the oil level is low, you should add oil as per Tata’s recommended grade and capacity mentioned in the Punch’s manual.
Read more about: Tata Punch Engine Oil Capacity, Grade and Schedule Chart.
However, if the oil level is adequate and the warning light persists, several other reasons could trigger the light.
Read More about: Top 7 reasons Low Oil Pressure Warning Light comes and How To Fix It?
8. High Coolant Temperature
Name : Tata Punch High Coolant Temperature.
Description : The coolant warning light typically illuminates when the ignition is turned ‘ON’ and should turn ‘OFF’ after about 4 seconds. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, this symbol may flash along with an audible buzzer. When the coolant temperature reaches a hazardous level, it remains steadily illuminated.
To address this issue, checking the coolant level using the dipstick is crucial to confirm the problem. If the coolant level is low, it’s recommended to add coolant of the grade and quantity specified in the Tata Harrier’s manual.
Read More about: Tata Punch Coolant Capacity, Grade Chart and schedule.
9. Speed Limit Warning
Name : Tata Punch Speed Limit Warning.
Description : This symbol comes ON with one time audible sound per 2 minutes when vehicle speed is more than 80 Kmph. This symbol remains ON with continuous audible sound when Vehicle Speed is more than 120 kmph. At this stage, reduce the vehicle speed. This symbol and audible sound will get OFF when vehicle speed reduces below 80 kmph.
10. Park Brake / Brake Fluid Low / ABS Fault / EBD Fault
Name : Tata Punch Park Brake / Brake Fluid Low / ABS Fault / EBD Fault.
Description : Illuminates momentarily when ignition is switched ‘ON’. Once parking brake is released, it turns ‘OFF’. If it remains ‘ON’, it indicates
- Brake fluid level is low.
- Park brake is applied & turns ‘OFF’ when it is released.
- ABS/EBD system has a fault.
11. Power Steering
Name : Tata Punch Power Steering Warning Indication.
Description : If you see a warning light that looks like a steering wheel with an exclamation mark next to it, this light is warning you that the power steering system has failed, and it prompts action. If the steering wheel warning light briefly illuminates when the ignition is switched on and then goes away, it’s typically part of the normal startup sequence. However, if the light remains lit, it indicates a problem with the electronic power-assisted steering system that should be addressed.
12. Airbag status
Name : Tata Punch Airbag status.
Description : The airbag warning light in the Tata Punch illuminates when the ignition is switched on and should turn off after approximately 4 seconds. However, if the light remains continuously illuminated or starts blinking, it signals a problem within the airbag system. In such a case, one or more airbags may not inflate as intended in the event of a collision, and you should have the system inspected and repaired promptly.
13. Driver Seat Belt Warning
Name : Tata Punch Driver Seat Belt Warning.
Description : The seat belt warning indicator in the Tata Punch functions as follows:
- When you turn the ignition ‘ON’, the seat belt warning light comes on for 4 seconds as a reminder.
- If the seat belt remains unfastened, the light will stay continuously illuminated for 30 seconds.
- If you’re driving with the seat belt unfastened and the vehicle speed exceeds 4 kmph, the warning light will come on initially, but there won’t be an audio chime.
- If you continue to drive with the seat belt unbuckled, and the vehicle speed goes above 15 kmph, a final warning will start. This includes an audio chime that will persist for 90 seconds continuously.
These functions are designed to encourage seat belt usage for safety.
14. ABS Warning Lights
Name : Tata Punch ABS Warning Lights.
Description : Illuminates when ignition is switched ‘ON’ and goes ‘OFF’ in 3 seconds. Illuminates continuously if there is any malfunction in ABS. Normal braking system will be operational without assistance of ABS.
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15. Passenger Seat Belt Warning
Name : Tata Punch Passenger Seat Belt Warning.
Description : The seat belt warning system in the Tata Punch for the co-driver (passenger) functions as follows:
- When the ignition is ‘ON’, and the co-driver’s (passenger’s) seat belt is not fastened, the seat belt warning light will come on as an initial warning. However, there won’t be an audio chime.
- The warning light will turn OFF when the co-driver (passenger) fastens their seat belt.
- If the co-driver (passenger) continues to travel with the seat belt unfastened and the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/hr, a final warning will start.
- This final warning includes an audio chime that will continue for 93 seconds. During this final warning, the co-driver’s (passenger’s) seat belt warning light will also start flashing along with the audio alarm.
16. AMT Fault
Name : Tata Punch AMT Fault Warning.
Description : The automatic transmission warning light, often referred to as the gearbox warning light, serves as an indicator of potential transmission problems, which could arise due to issues related to fluid level, temperature, or pressure. This warning light briefly illuminates when the ignition is switched on, serving as a part of the vehicle’s self-check process. However, if it remains continuously illuminated while driving, it signifies a fault within the Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) system, indicating that there may be an issue that needs attention.
To address this concern, begin by checking the transmission fluid level. If the fluid level is low, it’s essential to add or replace the transmission fluid, adhering to the recommended grade and quantity outlined in the Tata Harrier’s manual.
Read more about: Tata Punch Gear Oil Capacity & Grade.
If the transmission oil level is sufficient and the warning light continues to appear, there could be various other reasons causing this issue. Factors such as fluid degradation, abnormal temperature, or irregular pressure might trigger the warning light.
17. Immobilizer
Name : Tata Punch Immobilizer Warning.
Description : The immobilizer warning light serves as an indicator for your vehicle’s anti-theft system. It illuminates when the system does not recognize the car key being used, which could be due to reasons such as using the wrong key or a key with a low battery. Here’s what each state of the immobilizer warning light indicates:
- Blinks: The light blinks when the vehicle is in an immobilized condition, and a key is not inserted.
- Lamp ON: If the light remains on continuously, it signals a problem with the key or the immobilizer system itself.
- Lamp OFF: When the light is off, it signifies a normal condition, indicating that an authenticated key user is present, and the engine will start as usual.
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18. Low Fuel Indication
Name : Tata Punch Low Fuel Indication.
Description : The low fuel warning light briefly illuminates when the ignition is switched on. If the fuel level in the tank is low, the symbol lights up continuously, indicating that the fuel needs to be refilled immediately.
19. Turn Signal
Name : Tata Punch Turn Light Indication.
Description : This warning light indicates the direction indicated by the turn signal. It blinks along with a buzzer when you activate the left or right turn indicator, but only when the ignition is switched ‘ON’. The direction indicator arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in sync with the external indicator lights as you select them. Both telltale lights will blink simultaneously when the hazard switch is pressed, regardless of whether the ignition is ‘ON’ or ‘OFF’. Additionally, a ticking sound will be emitted when any one or both of the telltale lights are illuminated.
20. SPORT
Name : Tata Punch SPORT indication.
Description : This symbol illuminates when the ignition is turned ‘ON’ and turns off after 4 seconds. It comes on when the SPORT driving mode is activated, indicating a mode where more torque is available.
21. ECO
Name : Tata Punch ECO indication.
Description : This symbol illuminates when the ignition is turned ‘ON’ and turns off after 4 seconds. It comes on when the SPORT driving mode is activated, indicating a mode where more torque is available.
22. High Beam
Name : Tata Punch High Beam indication.
Description : This symbol illuminates when the high beam headlamps are switched ‘ON’ or flashed.
23. CITY
Name : Tata Punch City indication.
Description : The symbol illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched ‘ON’. If the CITY lamp remains ON, it indicates that the ‘City’ drive mode is active, which is designed to achieve both optimum torque and fuel economy.
CRUISE Control Lamp
Name : Tata Punch Cruise Control Lamp indication.
Description : The symbol illuminates when the ignition is turned ‘ON’ and turns off after 4 seconds. It indicates the status of the cruise control system. When the lamp is ON, it signifies that the cruise control feature is present and activated.
Read More about: What is Cruise Control and How To Use It?.
DPF (Diesel)
Name : Tata Punch DPF (Diesel) indication.
Description : The DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) warning light remains continuously illuminated to indicate that the DPF needs to initiate the regeneration process to eliminate trapped pollutants, specifically particulate matter. This warning light only activates when driving conditions necessitate alerting the driver.
TPMS
Name : Tata Punch TPMS
Description : It indicates that the tire pressure is below the recommended level, and you should inflate your tires to the correct pressure.
Read More about: Why TPMS Light is ON & How To Reset It?.
