Tesla Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Tesla 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 Tesla. Lacking an internal combustion engine, their models use fewer warning lights then most. Nevertheless, those that are used are here. 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 only about 35 of them, but search carefully anyway!

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Serious trouble or fault indicators
Brake fault indicatorBrake trouble indicator -- click for more
Electronically Controlled Brake WarningBrake booster fault indicator -- click for more
Park brake appliedParking brake indicators -- click for moreParking Brake Engaged Indicator
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Common or routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor ajar indicator -- click for more
Frost warningFrost warning indicator -- click for more
Trouble or fault indicators
Master Warning SymbolMaster warning indicator -- click for moreAmber Master Warning Light Symbol
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
Park brake fault indicatorPark brake fault indicator -- click for more
Stacility controlStability control indicator -- click for more
Traction Control System Warning LightTraction control off indicator -- click for more
Suspension MalfunctionAir suspension system trouble indicator -- click for more
Driver assist systems and accessory indicators
Auto brake hold indicatorBrake hold indicator -- click for more
Another Cruise Control IndicatorCruise control indicator -- click for more
Haul (towing) IndicatorTow mode indicators -- click for moreTow mode indicator
Neutral indicatorTransport mode indicator -- click for more
Electric vehicle indicators
Power Limitation IndicatorPower limitation indicator -- click for more
Non-critical Fault IndicatorCharge system fault indicator -- click for moreCritical Fault Indicator
Charging Indicator SymbolCharge system indicator -- click for more
Frost Warning IndicatorCold weather warning indicators -- click for moreBattery temperature indicator
Lighting indicators
Cornering Headlamps Malfunction IndicatorAdaptive front lighting system malfunction indicator -- click for more
Auto high beam indicatorAutomatic high beam indicators -- 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 or low beam indicator -- click for moreLow beam indicator

Models examined include the Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y.

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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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