Chevrolet Spark Warning Lights: What They Mean

Red: stop or act now

Brake System Warning Light

Comes on when the parking brake is set or doesn't fully release; if on while driving or after release, there is a brake problem.
What to do: Pull off the road and stop carefully. If the light stays on, have the vehicle towed for service. PDF page 78

Other warnings and indicators

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

The engine has overheated. Driving with it on can damage the engine.
What to do: See the Engine Overheating section; have the vehicle serviced if the light does not behave normally. PDF page 80

Charging System Light

If it stays on or comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging system; the battery could drain.
What to do: Have it checked by your dealer. PDF page 75

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

ABS is not working if the light stays on or comes on again; regular brakes still work unless the brake light is also on.
What to do: Stop safely, turn off the vehicle and restart to reset. If it stays on, see your dealer for service. PDF page 78

Power Steering Warning Light

If it stays on or comes on while driving, the power steering system may not be working.
What to do: See your dealer for service. PDF page 79

Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light

Steady: TCS and possibly StabiliTrak/ESC are not fully operational. Flashing: the system is actively working.
What to do: Adjust driving accordingly. If the condition persists, see your dealer as soon as possible. PDF page 80

Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light

Indicates a malfunction in the parking sensor system.
What to do: See your dealer for service. PDF page 79

Traction Off Light

Comes on when the Traction Control System is turned off. Wheel spin is not limited unless needed to protect the driveline.
What to do: Adjust driving accordingly. PDF page 79

StabiliTrak OFF Light

StabiliTrak/ESC is turned off, and TCS is also off, so the systems do not assist in controlling the vehicle.
What to do: Adjust driving accordingly. PDF page 80

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

ON or OFF shows whether the front passenger frontal and knee airbags may inflate. If both or neither light stay on, there may be a problem.
What to do: See your dealer for service if both or no lights stay on. PDF page 75

Operate Pedal Light

Comes on when the clutch or brake pedal needs to be applied to start the vehicle.
What to do: Apply the clutch or brake pedal. PDF page 78

Up-Shift Light

Indicates it is time to shift to the next higher gear.
What to do: Shift up if weather, road, and traffic conditions allow. PDF page 78

Green: system on

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light

Green means LDW is on and ready. It turns amber and flashes when a lane marking is crossed without a turn signal. PDF page 79

Vehicle Ahead Indicator

Green when a vehicle is detected ahead; amber when you are following a vehicle much too closely. PDF page 79

Summarized in our own words from the 2022 Chevrolet Spark owner's manual (AI-assisted; every light name was matched against its cited page 2026-10-18). Your vehicle may not have every light, and other years can differ. A red warning that stays on usually means stop safely and check: your manual has the final word.