Mazda Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Mazda 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 Mazda. Click the link to the right of each one to 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 over 60 of them, so search carefully!

Serious trouble or fault indicators
Charging System Trouble Indicator SymbolCharge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake fault indicatorBrake fault indicator -- click for more
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning lights -- click for moreLow Oil Level Symbol
Temperature Warning Light SymbolEngine temperature indicator -- click for moreTemperature Indicator Cold
Electric park brake fault indicatorElectric park brake fault indicators -- click for moreE-park brake trouble indicator
Brake Trouble Indicator CanadaBrake control system fault indicator -- click for more
Steering Trouble IndicatorElectric power steering fault indicator -- click for more
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Common and routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Rear Seat Safety Belt WarningRear seat seat belt warning -- click for more
Security Indicator SymbolSecurity indicators -- click for moreSecurity Lock Indicator
Key Not Detected IndicatorKey or key warning indicators -- click for moreKey Detected Indicator
Service ReminderMaintenance reminder indicator -- click for more
Use Brake IndicatorOperate brake indicator -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor, hood or trunk ajar indicators -- click for moreHood ajar indicator
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicator -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Trouble or fault indicators
Master Warning Light SymbolMaster warning light -- click for more
Automatic Transmission Fault IndicatorAutomatic transmission fault indicator -- click for more
Check engine lightCheck engine light -- click for more
Check Gas CapLoose gas cap indicator -- click for more
Stacility controlStability control indicator -- click for more
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for more
Traction Control OffTraction control off indicator -- click for more
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicators -- click for moreFlat tire indicator
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
Brake override indicatorBrake override indicator -- click for more
All Wheel Drive Trouble IndicatorAll wheel drive trouble indicator -- click for more
4 Wheel Drive Indicator4 wheel drive fault indicator -- click for more
Diesel Exhaust FilterDiesel exhaust fluid level warning -- click for more
Driver assist systems indicators
i-Activsense indicatori-Activsense indicators -- click for morei-ACTIVESENSE warning symbol
i-ACTIVESENSE on indicatorMore i-Activsense indicators -- click for morei-ACTIVESENSE indicatori-ACTIVESENSE off indicator
Blind Spot IndicatorBlind spot warning indicator -- click for more
Blind spot monitor offBlind spot warning off indicators -- click for moreBlind Spot Monitor Off Indicator
Forward collision warningForward collision avoidance fault indicator -- click for more
Lane Departure WarningLane keeping indicators -- click for moreLane Departure System Off
Hold Operation IndicatorAuto brake hold system indicator -- click for more
Active Cruise Control SymbolRadar cruise control indicator -- click for more
Accessory and special feature indicators
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicators -- click for moreCruise Control Indicator
i-stop indicatorStart stop system function indicators -- click for morei-stop warning indicator
Attention Alert Indicator SymbolDriver attention alert indicator -- click for more
Convertible Top IndicatorPower top warning indicators -- click for morePower hardtop warning light
Sport mode indicatorDrive mode indicator -- click for more
Crawl Control Indicator SymbolOff road indicator -- click for more
Lighting indicators
AFS Off IndicatorAdaptive front lighting off indicator -- click for more
Headlamp outExterior lamp out indicator -- click for more
High beam assistantAutomatic high beam indicator -- click for more
Tail Light Indicator CanadaPark lamps on indicator -- click for more
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh beam indicator -- click for more

Models examined include CX5, CX9, CX30, Miata, Mazda3, Mazda6, and MX 5.

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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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