Opel Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Opel 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 Opel. Click a link to learn more about each one.

How They Are Presented

They are ordered primarily by color and roughly by importance. First up are red, followed by yellow/amber/orange symbols (depending on how you see the color!), then blue and green symbols and finally white and gray scale symbols.. There are over 130 of them, so search carefully!

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Red indicators
Charge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake or clutch fluid low indicator -- click for more
Oil warning light -- click for more
Oil level low indicators -- click for more
Engine temperature indicator -- click for more
Engine stop indicators -- click for more
Power steering trouble indicator -- click for more
Powertrain trouble indicator -- click for more
Park brake engaged and trouble indicators -- click for more
Pedestrian alert indicators -- click for more
Charge cord connected indicator -- click for more
Air bag warning indicator -- click for more
Seat belt reminder -- click for more
Rear seat seat belt reminder -- click for more
Security indicators -- click for more
Door or hood (bonnet) ajar indicators -- click for more
Yellow/amber/orange indicators
Low engine coolant indicator -- click for more
Shift lock indicators -- click for more
Change engine oil indicator -- click for more
Brake wear indicator -- click for more
Service reminder indicators-- click for more
Auto door lock malfunction indicator -- click for more
Check engine lights -- click for more
Reduced engine power indicator -- click for more
Engine or transmission electronics fault indicators -- click for more
Transmission malfunction indicator -- click for more
Powertrain trouble indicator -- click for more
Key fob detection indicator -- click for more
Child seat installed indicator -- click for more
Electric park brake malfunction indicators -- click for more
Electric power steering fault indicator -- click for more
Stability control indicators -- click for more
Stability control off indicators -- click for more
Traction control indicators -- click for more
Tire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
Anti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
All-wheel drive trouble indicator -- click for more
Interactive drive system fault indicator -- click for more
Suspension system fault indicators -- click for more
Auto windshield wiper indicators -- click for more
Audio alarm disabled -- click for more
Blind spot monitor indicator -- click for more
Collision alert indicator -- click for more
Forward alert indicators -- click for more
Follow distance indicator -- click for more
Lane keeping indicator -- click for more
Hill descent and terrain mode indicator -- click for more
More auto stop indicators -- click for more
Start stop system indicators -- click for more
Shift indicators -- click for more
Sport mode indicator -- click for more
Trailer connected or tow mode indicator -- click for more
Rear door isolation switch indicator -- click for more
Electric side step indicator -- click for more
Overload indicator -- click for more
Speed warning indicators -- click for more
Power limitation indicator -- click for more
Glow plug preheat indicator -- click for more
Diesel particle filter indicators -- click for more
More diesel particle filter indicators -- click for more
Water in fuel indicators -- click for more
More water in fuel indicators -- click for more
Rear fog lamp indicator -- click for more
Headlamp out indicator -- click for more
Adaptive lighting trouble indicators -- click for more
Headlamp adjustment indicator -- click for more
Low fuel indicators -- click for more
Low washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Frost warning or winter drive system indicator -- click for more
Green and blue indicators
Forward alert indicator -- click for more
Park assist indicator -- click for more
Hill descent and terrain mode indicators -- click for more
Cruise control indicator -- click for more
Adaptive cruise control indicator -- click for more
Auto stop indicators -- click for more
Start stop system indicator -- click for more
Shift indicator -- click for more
Eco mode indicator -- click for more
Trailer connected or tow mode indicator -- click for more
Hybrid ready indicator -- click for more
Park lamps on indicator -- click for more
Fog lamp indicator -- click for more
Turn signal indicator -- click for more
Auto high beam assist indicator -- click for more
High beam indicator -- click for more
White and gray scale indicators
Service reminder indicator-- click for more
Traffic sign recognition system or fault indicator -- click for more
Speed limiter indicator -- click for more
Auto stop indicator -- click for more
Hybrid battery charge indicator -- click for more

Models examined include Adam, Agila, Antara, Astra, Combo, Corsa, Crossland, Grandland, GT, Insignia, Karl, Meriva, Mokka, Movano, Tigra, Vivaro, and Zafira.

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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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