Warning Symbols and Tell-tales What the Hell is that Light on My Dashboard? Automotive service departments across the country are inundated with questions like this on a daily basis. So, what IS that light? That new acronym? What do they mean? Do you know? Here at DashboardSymbols.com, we will show you, to help you understand …
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KDSS This is a Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) Indicator symbol. If this yellow/amber light appears, it is likely that the system has detected a fault that will need to be addressed by your dealer or authorized service center. The vehicle and suspension will operate normally in the interim, but without the advanced system. So, …
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Ride Height These are Ride Hight Indicator symbols. This text symbol as well as the picture symbols will be available on vehicles equipped with an adjustable air suspension system. A message will likely be on the instrument panel telling you which mode the suspension is set to. So, are you sure one of these is …
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A/T Park This is an A/T Park (Automatic Transmission) (P) Indicator Warning symbol. This light comes on when a vehicle’s 4 wheel drive shifter is in neutral (N). A drive gear cannot be engaged until either the 4 Low or the 4 High option is chosen. Before moving on, are you sure one of these is your …
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Brake Hold These are Brake Hold Indicator and the Automatic Hold Indicator symbols. The lights describe systems that keeps the brakes applied when the vehicle is stopped and other conditions are met. They indicate that the system is on and functioning properly. The image is the circle between brackets used as a standard for brakes, which …
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2nd Start This is a 2nd Start Indicator symbol. This feature, if switched on, causes the vehicle to move from a standing start in the higher, second, gear in slippery conditions. The light will be on when the feature is activated, which is done manually using a button on the dashboard or more likely the …
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ESP/BAS This combined system warning indicator covers the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and the Brake Assist System (BAS). These systems work together, and a fault in either, or both, will cause the light to come on. If it remains on, see your dealer or authorized service center as soon as possible. Before moving on, are …
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