Volvo Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Volvo 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 Volvo. 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), but there are over 60 of them so be patient!

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Serious trouble or fault indicators
Charge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake trouble indicators -- click for more
Park brake indicators -- click for more
More park brake indicators -- click for more
Oil warning light -- click for more
Air bag warning indicator -- click for more
Common or routine indicators
Seat belt reminder -- click for more
Security indicator -- click for more
Door, trunk, etc. ajar indicators -- click for more
Low fuel indicator -- click for more
Low washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Frost warning indicator -- click for more
Trouble or fault indicators
Attention indicators -- click for more
Check engine light -- click for more
Stability, traction control and fault indicators -- click for more
Stability control off indicator -- click for more
Tire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
Anti-lock brake system fault indicators -- click for more
Transmission fault indicator -- click for more
Auto braking off or malfunction -- click for more
All wheel drive fault indicator -- click for more
Loose gas cap indicator -- click for more
Key not found indicator -- click for more
Hybrid and EV system indicators
Power limitation indicator -- click for more
Hybrid battery charge indicators -- click for more
Cold battery indicator -- click for more
Driver assist systems indicators
Start stop function indicator -- click for more
Vehicle detected ahead -- click for more
Lane keeping indicators -- click for more
Auto brake hold on indicator -- click for more
Accessory and special feature indicators
Cruise control indicator -- click for more
Attention assist indicator -- click for more
Rain sensor indicators -- click for more
Preconditioning indicator -- click for more
Sport mode indicator -- click for more
ECO function active -- click for more
Lighting indicators
Adaptive front lighting system failure -- click for more
Active or automatic high beam indicators -- click here
More active or automatic high beam indicators -- click here
Park lights on indicator -- click for more
Fog lamp indicators -- click for more
Turn signal indicator -- click for more
High beam indicators -- click for more

Models examined include C30, C40, C70, S40, S60, S80, S90, C50, EC40, EX40, V60, V70, V90, XC40,  XC60, XC70, and XC90.

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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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