// Dashboard Warning Light
Low Fuel Warning
ℹ️ Informationalamber light
What it means
Your fuel level is low — typically triggers with 1–2 gallons remaining. Most vehicles can travel 30–60 miles after the light illuminates, but this varies significantly by vehicle and driving conditions.
What to do
- 1Fill up as soon as conveniently possible
- 2Running consistently low on fuel can damage the fuel pump — it uses fuel for cooling
- 3In cold weather, condensation in a near-empty tank can cause fuel line freeze
- 4Your exact remaining range is shown in the trip computer on most modern vehicles
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