Ford Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Ford Symbols

So, what is that light on your dashboard? What follows is easily the most complete list available of symbols and warnings that may appear in and on your car’s dashboard or instrument cluster.

The following are warning lights and indicators found in vehicles built by Ford. Click the link to the right of each one learn more.

How They Are Presented

They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray). There are nearly 90 of them, so search carefully!

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Serious trouble or fault indicators
Charge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake trouble indicators -- click for more
Oil warning light -- click for more
Engine temperature indicator -- click for more
Air bag warning indicator -- click for more
Powertrain trouble indicator -- click for more
Electronic power steering trouble indicator -- click for more
Common and routine indicators
Seat belt reminder -- click for more
Rear seat seat belt reminder -- click for more
Door ajar indicator -- click for more
Hood ajar indicator -- click for more
Trunk ajar indicator -- click for more
Low fuel indicator -- click for more
Low washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Low outside temperature warning -- click for more
Trouble or fault indicators
Master warning light -- click for more
Service engine soon indicator -- click for more
Electronic device failure indicator -- click for more
Stability control indicator -- click for more
Stability control off indicator -- click for more
Tire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
Anti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
Electric park brake trouble indicator -- click for more
Driver assist systems indicators
Blind spot monitor indicators -- click for more
Cross traffic alert indicator -- click for more
Lane keeping system indicators -- click for more
Automatic brake hold indicators -- click for more
More automatic brake hold indicators -- click for more
Start stop system indicators -- click for more
Adaptive cruise control -- click for more
Special feature and accessory indicators
Cruise control indicator -- click for more
Heads up display indicator -- click for more
Tow mode indicators -- click for more
Launch control indicator -- click for more
Shift indicators -- click for more
Over speed indicator -- click for more
Grade and hill start assist indicators -- click for more
More grade and hill start assist indicators -- click for more
4 wheel drive mode indicators -- click for more
Differential lock indicators -- click for more
Special 4 wheel drive mode indicators -- click for more
Fuel operated heater -- click for more
Electric or hybrid vehicle indicators
Hybrid or EV ready indicator -- click for more
High voltage battery indicators -- click for more
More high voltage battery indicators -- click for more
Hybrid battery charging indicator -- click for more
Hybrid charging indicator -- click for more
EV mode indicators -- click for more
Economy mode operation indicators -- click for more
Mild hybrid system operation indicators -- click for more
Diesel vehicle indicators
Glow plug preheat indicator -- click for more
Water in fuel indicator -- click for more
Diesel exhaust fluid level warning -- click for more
Diesel exhaust brake indicators -- click for more
Lighting indicators
Automatic high beam indicator -- click for more
Headlamp out indicator -- click for more
Park lamps on indicator -- click for more
Fog lamp indicator -- click for more
Turn signal indicator -- click for more
High beam indicator -- click for more

Models examined include EcoSport, Edge, Escape, Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250, Fiesta, GT, Fusion, Mustang, Mustang Mach E, Ranger, Taurus, and Transit.

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

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