Acura Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Acura 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 Acura. 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). There are over 70 of them, so search carefully!

Serious trouble or fault indicators
Charging System Trouble Indicator SymbolCharge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Trouble IndicatorBrake trouble indicators -- click for moreBrake Trouble Indicator Canada
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning light -- click for more
Temperature Warning Light SymbolEngine temperature indicators -- click for moreTemperature Indicator Cold
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicators -- click for moreSRS Text IndicatorSide Airbag Off Text Indicator
Steering Trouble IndicatorElectric power steering fault indicator -- click for more
Common and routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor ajar indicator -- click for more
Immobilizer dotSecurity indicators, if blinking -- click for moreImmobilizer System Indicator
Keyless malfunctionKeyless start fault indicator -- click for more
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicator -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Service ReminderMaintenance required indicator -- click for more
Trouble and fault indicators
Message Indicator SymbolMessage indicator -- click for more
Check engine lightCheck engine light -- click for more
Drivetrain Trouble IndicatorTransmission trouble indicator -- click for more
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission overheat indicator -- click for more
Stacility controlStability control indicators -- click for moreAmber Master Warning Light SymbolVSA Indicator Symbol
Traction control indicatorTraction control fault or slip indicator -- click for more
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for more
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicators -- click for moreTPMS Malfunction Indicator
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicators -- click for moreABS Trouble Indicator US
Super Handling All Wheel Drive IndicatorAll wheel drive trouble indicator -- click for moreAll Wheel Drive Trouble Indicator
Check Gas CapLoose gas cap indicator -- click for more
Driver assist systems indicators
Safety system support indicatorDriver assist system status indicator -- click for more
Hold Operation IndicatorBrake hold indicators -- click for moreAuto brake indicatorBrake hold indicator
Blind Spot IndicatorBlind spot warning indicator -- click for more
Forward collision warningCollision mitigation fault indicators -- click for moreForward_Collision Warning IndicatorCollision Mitigation Brake System Indicator
Lane Departure WarningLane keeping indicators -- click for moreLKAS Amber
Steering assist alertSteering assist indicator -- click for more
ACC indicatorAdaptive cruise control trouble or on indicators -- click for moreActive cruise controlAdaptive Cruise Control Indicator
Special feature and accessory indicators
Another Cruise Control IndicatorCruise control indicators -- click for moreCruise Control Main Indicator
start stop indicatorAuto stop indicators -- click for moreStart/Stop Trouble IndicatorStart stop fault indicator
Starter System Trouble IndicatorMore auto stop indicators -- click for moreStart stop system off indicator
ADS indicatorActive damper (suspension) system indicator -- click for more
Lighting indicators
AFS indicatorAdaptive front lighting system malfunction indicator -- click for more
Brake lamp indicatorBrake lamp out indicator -- click for more
LED Headlight MalfunctionHeadlamp malfunction indicator -- click for more
High-beam Assistant IndicatorAutomatic high beam indicator -- click for moreHigh beam assistant
Daytime Running LightsDaytime running lights indicator -- click for more
Fog Lamp Indicator SymbolFog lamps on 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 CL, ILX, MDX, NSX, RDX, RL, RLX, TL, TLX, TSX, and ZDX.

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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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