A car expert has provided insight on how the dashboard symbol could help save money on costly repairsCredit: Getty Serious damage can occur if drivers fail to spot important warning signs ...

DRIVERS are only just learning what the squiggly symbol on their car dashboard means. Understanding the meaning of the light could help prevent costly repairs if motorists know how to act.

If you're one of those 6 million-plus new Ford owners and are unfamiliar with your dashboard symbols, here are the warnings and indicators you'll come across when your car has a message for you.

Other than the road, one thing you should also pay attention to while driving is your dashboard. It shows you a lot of information about your car, some to notify you and some to give you a warning.

When an unfamiliar symbol flashes up on your dashboard, it can spiral you into panic mode. That's exactly what happened to one motorist when an 'i' symbol appeared on their dashboard, with the ...

When an unfamiliar symbol flashes up on your dashboard, it can send you into a state of panic. This was the exact scenario for one driver when an 'i' symbol appeared on their dashboard, with the ...