Marc Favreau

The author has 25 years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph's College, ME: MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY

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Creep Off Dashboard Indicator

Creep Off

Creep off indicatorThis is a CREEP OFF Indicator symbol. The indicator is seen when Creep Start is set to OFF in some vehicles. It is most likely to be seen in yellow/amber, to alert the driver that the brake pedal is not depressed and the vehicle is in drive or manual mode.

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This feature is similar to Automatic Brake Hold systems, and reside in vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. However, many electric vehicles have been given the ability to creep forward, also when the brake pedal is not depressed. The warning light has yet to be implemented.

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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Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow.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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2021/02/creep-off-indicator/

Front Lift System Dashboard Indicator

Front Lift

Front lift indicatorThis is a Front Lift System Indicator symbol. If equipped, this light will flash to indicate when the front of the vehicle is being raised or lowered. An up or down arrow in the indicator will also be displayed, depending on the direction of movement. Note that the light will then remain on while the front is fully raised.

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The system, powered by a two-position lift actuator, can hydraulically raise the front of vehicles that ride low to provide approximately 50 mm (2 in) of increased clearance. The Front Lift System allows the driver to lift the front of the vehicle to enter a driveway, clear curbs or speed bumps and to drive onto ramps or trailers.

Further, the front height can be raised automatically using the vehicle’s GPS navigation system. The vehicle can be programmed with up to 1,000 locations. Once the activation button is pushed, a notification appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and ask the driver if the location should be remembered.

The symbol appears as the drawing of the front of a car approaching a raised obstacle with an arrow shown pointing up or down.

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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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2021/02/front-lift-system-indicator/

Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries in Vauxhall and Opel Vehicles

How to Open and Start Vauxhall and Opel Vehicles

We have a single video thus far for Vauxhall and Opel owners.

This video will help drivers get in and start their Opel or Vauxhall if the key fob has died.

Models examined include Adam, Agila, Ampera, Antara, Astra, Astravan, Cascada, Combo, Corsa, Crossland X, Grandland X, GTC, Insignia, Meriva, Mokka, Movano, Signum, Tigra, Vectra, Viva, 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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2021/01/vauxhall-and-opel-video-help-with-dead-key-fob-batteries/

Alfa Romeo Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Alfa Romeo 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 Alfa Romeo. 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). There are over 90 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 fault indicator
Brake Trouble Indicator CanadaMore brake trouble indicators -- click for moreBrake Temperature Indicator
Brake Trouble IndicatorElectronic brake force distribution (both lamps lit) -- click for moreABS Trouble Indicator Canada
Parking Brake Engaged IndicatorPark brake indicators -- click for morePark brake applied
Park brake appliedMore park brake indicators -- click for moreElectric Park Brake Indicator
electric park brake trouble indicatorElectric park brake malfunction -- click for more
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning lights -- click for moreLow Oil Level Symboloil temperature indicator
Oil pressure sensor malfunctionOil sensor failure indicators -- click for moreOil Level Sensor Failure
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Common and routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Security Lock IndicatorSecurity indicator -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor, trunk, etc. ajar indicators -- click for moreTrank ajar indicator
Service ReminderService warning light -- click for more
Low Coolant IndicatorLow coolant indicator -- click for more
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicator -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Frost warningFrost warning indicator -- click for more
Trouble and fault indicators
Amber Master Warning Light SymbolAttention indicator -- click for more
Steering Trouble IndicatorElectric power steering fault indicator -- click for more
AST failure indicatorSteering torque failure -- click for more
Keyless system malfunctionKeyless system failure indicator -- click for more
Check engine lightCheck engine light -- click for moreCheck Engine Light Text
Electronic throttle control failureElectronic throttle control failure -- click for moreElectronic Throttle Control Indicator
Slip Indicator SymbolStability, traction control and fault indicator -- click for moreESC indicator
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for moreESC OFF indicator
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
Brake Pad Wear Warning SymbolBrake wear indicators -- click for moreCCB indicator
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system and fault indicators -- click for moreABS active indicatorABS Trouble Indicator US
Drivetrain Trouble IndicatorTransmission fault indicator -- click for more
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission oil temperature indicators -- click for moreTransmission oil temperature indicator
Suspension Setting SymbolSuspension settings and fault indicators -- click for moreSuspension warning
Transmission Temperature WarningDynamic drive malfunction indicator -- click for more
All wheel drive failureAll wheel drive fault indicators -- click for moreAll wheel drive failure
Check Gas CapLoose gas cap indicator -- click for more
Fuel level sensor indicatorFuel level sensor fault indicator -- click for more
Fuel cut offFuel shut off indicators -- click for moreFuel cut off failure
Wiper failure indicatorWindshield wiper failure indicator -- click for more
Sound fault indicatorAudio system failure indicator -- click for more
Electric and hybrid vehicle indicators
Ready Mode IndicatorHybrid ready indicator -- click for more
Traction battery warningTraction battery malfunction warnings -- click for moreTraction battery cut off
Hybrid Service IndicatorService hybrid system indicator -- click for more
Charge cord connectedCharge status indicators -- click for morePlug in Indicator
Power Limitation IndicatorPower limitation indicator -- click for more
EV mode onEV mode indicator -- click for more
E-boost indicator 2E-Boost indicators -- click for moreE-boost indicatorE-boost indicator 3
Driver assist system indicators
Highway Assist System fault indicatorHighway assist system -- click for more
Start stop indicatorStart stop function indicators -- click for moreStart Stop Malfunction Indicator
Blind Spot IndicatorBlind spot monitor indicators -- click for moreBlind Spot Alert Malfunction
Lane keeping indicatorLane keeping indicators -- click for moreAlert System Service Indicator
Collision WarningCollision warning system indicators -- click for moreForward Collision System Fault Indicator
Park assist failurePark assist trouble indicator -- click for more
Grade assist 2Hill descent control indicator -- click for more
Active Cruise Control SymbolAdaptive cruise control indicators -- click for moreSCC Warning Indicator 2
Accessory and special feature indicators
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicator -- click for more
Mirror defroster activeDoor mirror defroster indicator -- click for more
Rain sensor twoRain sensor failure -- click for more
Attention Alert Indicator SymbolAttention alert indicators -- click for moreAlert Time Indicator SymbolAttention indicator
Limiter malfunctionSpeed limiter malfunction indicator -- click for more
Trailer Fault WarningTow mode indicator -- click for more
SOS battery faultSOS battery malfunction indicator -- click for more
Lighting indicators
Headlamp outLamp out indicator -- click for more
Cornering Light Malfunction Indicator 2Adaptive front lighting system failure -- click for more
Dusk sensor failureAuto headlight adjustment failure -- click for more
High beam assistantActive high beam indicators -- click hereHeadlamp Malfunction 2Automatic high beams
Tail Light Indicator CanadaPark lights on indicator -- click for more
Fog Lamp Indicator SymbolFog lamp indicators -- click for moreRear Fog Lamp Indicator
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh or low beam indicators -- click for moreLow beam indicator

Models examined include 4C, Giulia, Stelvio and Tonale.

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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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2021/01/alfa-romeo-warning-lights-and-symbols/

Active Driver or Highway Assist System Dashboard Indicator

Highway Assist

Highway Assist System fault indicatorThis is a Highway Assist System (HAS) Indicator symbol. If the symbol is seen, it indicates an HAS malfunction or in the manufacturer’s Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) system .  The symbol appears in yellow/amber as a steering wheel with lines radiating away below  it or sitting atop lane lines. It adds an exclamation point as well, which always points to a problem.

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These are evolving systems and are generally only available when driving on highways. This system operates up to speeds of 90 mph (145 km/h) when horizontal signs (lane lines) are detected. It uses information from the front camera and radar to help keep the vehicle in the center of the lane and at a constant speed. The HAS system combines Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) functions with lane centering logic to control the the vehicle. It requires the driver’s hands to remain on the steering wheel.

Once HAS is activated, an information display screen will appear on the instrument cluster display. It will add various visual elements such as speed, distance indicators for nearby vehicles, and warmings to keep hands on the wheel.

Driver Assist

Driver assist onDriver inattentiveDriver inattentiveHighway Assist System fault indicatorThis is a set of Driver Assist System Indicator symbols from a different manufacturer. They range from green to red and include one indicating a fault in the system in yellow/amber/orange. It has the exclamation point alongside the steering wheel, similar to the symbol above. When on, the same symbol in white will appear in the information screen.

Seen in green, the system is on and the vehicle sees the driver is attentive. In yellow/amber/orange without the exclamation point, driver inattentiveness has been detected, In red, driver inattentiveness has been detected continually and the system will shut down in short order.

The system operates under similar parameters as the HAS system described above.

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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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2021/01/highway-assist-system-indicator/

Door Mirror Defrost Dashboard Indicator

Mirror Defrost

Mirror defroster activeThis is a Door Mirror Defrost Dashboard Indicator symbol. It is seen when the mirror defroster is active or switched on. It appears in yellow/amber like a square with wavy lines and arrows pointing up inside, connected to a half moon.

  • Before continuing, are you sure this is your symbol??
  • If not, you can return to our main Picture Symbols page and scan again!

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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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2021/01/door-mirror-defrost-symbol/

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 roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray). There are over 130 of them, so search carefully!

Need the symbols for another manufacturer? Click here!

Serious trouble or fault indicators
Charging System Trouble Indicator SymbolCharge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Trouble IndicatorBrake trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Pad Wear Warning SymbolBrake wear indicator -- click for more
Brake Trouble Indicator CanadaBrake or clutch fluid low indicator -- click for moreBrake fault indicator
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning light -- click for more
Low oil level indicatorOil level low indicators -- click for moreLow Oil Level Symbol
Temperature Warning Light SymbolEngine temperature indicator -- click for more
Stop engine indicatorEngine stop indicators -- click for moreEngine stop indicator
Steering Trouble IndicatorPower steering trouble indicator -- click for more
Parking Brake Engaged IndicatorPark brake engaged and trouble indicators -- click for moreService Electric Parking Brake
Low Coolant IndicatorLow engine coolant indicator -- click for more
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Common and routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Rear Seat Safety Belt WarningRear seat seat belt reminder -- click for more
Child seat occupied indicatorChild seat installed indicator -- click for more
Security Lock IndicatorSecurity indicators -- click for moreImmobilizer dot
Open and start system indicatorKey fob detection indicator -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor or hood (bonnet) ajar indicators -- click for moreHood ajar indicator
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicators -- click for moreLow fuel indicator
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Frost warningFrost warning or winter drive system indicator -- click for moreFrost Warning Indicator
Use brake indicatorShift lock indicators -- click for moreShift Lock Indicator
Check oil level indicatorChange engine oil indicator -- click for more
Service reminder indicatorService reminder indicators-- click for moreOil service reminderService Reminder
Trouble or fault indicators
Auto lock malfunction indicatorAuto door lock malfunction indicator -- click for more
Check engine lightCheck engine lights -- click for moreSystem check indicator
Reduced Engine Power LightReduced engine power indicator -- click for more
Engine Fault IndicatorEngine or transmission electronics fault indicators -- click for moreEngine electronics indicatorService reminder indicator
Transmission fault indicatorTransmission malfunction indicator -- click for more
Electric Shift MalfunctionPowertrain trouble indicator -- click for moreDrivetrain Trouble Indicator
Electric park brake malfunction indicatorElectric park brake malfunction indicators -- click for moreService electric park brake
EPS Indicator SymbolElectric power steering fault indicator -- click for more
Stacility controlStability control indicators -- click for moreTraction Control IndicatorElectronic stability program
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicators -- click for moreESC not ready indicatorESP off indicator
Traction Control System Warning LightTraction control indicators -- click for moreTCSS OFF Indicator
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
All Wheel Drive DisabledAll-wheel drive trouble indicator -- click for more
IDS + IndicatorInteractive drive system fault indicator -- click for more
Air suspension indicatorSuspension system fault indicators -- click for moreIDS+ fault indicatorDamping control fault indicator
Auto wiperAuto windshield wiper indicators -- click for moreAuto windshield wiper indicator
Anti theft alarm indicatorAudio alarm disabled -- click for more
Driver assist systems indicators
Blind Spot IndicatorBlind spot monitor indicator -- click for more
Forward collision warningCollision alert indicator -- click for more
Vehicle detected indicatorForward alert indicators -- click for moreForward Alert IndicatorForward collision alert indicator
Distance setting indicatorFollow distance indicator -- click for more
Pedestrian detected indicatorPedestrian alert indicators -- click for moreNight Vision Pedestrian Warning
Lane Departure WarningLane keeping indicator -- click for more
Sign recognition indicatorTraffic sign recognition system or fault indicator -- click for more
Parking Assistance SymbolPark assist indicator -- click for more
Grade assist 2Hill descent and terrain mode indicators -- click for moreGrade Assist IndicatorHill start assist trouble indicator
Speed limiter indicaterSpeed limiter indicator -- click for more
Speed warning indicatorSpeed warning indicators -- click for moreSpeed warning indicatorOverspeed indicator
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicator -- click for more
Active Cruise Control SymbolAdaptive cruise control indicator -- click for more
Auto Stop indicatorAuto stop indicators -- click for moreStart stop indicatorStart stop fault indicator
Start stop indicatorMore auto stop indicators -- click for moreStart Stop fault indicator
Engine Start Stop Fault IndicatorStart stop system indicators -- click for moreEngine Start Stop Indicator
Up Shift IndicatorShift indicators -- click for moreUp shift indicatorDown shift indicator
Sport Mode IndicatorSport mode indicator -- click for more
ECO mode indicator 2Eco mode indicator -- click for more
Trailer connected indicatorTrailer connected or tow mode indicators -- click for moreTrailer connected indicator
Rear door lock isolatorRear door isolation switch indicator -- click for more
Electric side step indicatorElectric side step indicator -- click for more
Overload indicatorOverload indicator -- click for more
Electric and hybrid vehicle indicators
Ready Mode IndicatorHybrid ready indicator -- click for moreHybrid Ready Indicator
Power Limitation IndicatorPower limitation indicator -- click for more
Charge cord connectedCharge cord connected indicator -- click for more
Hybrid battery charge indicatorHybrid battery charge indicator -- click for more
Diesel vehicle indicators
Glow Plug Indicator SymbolGlow plug preheat indicator -- click for more
Diesel Particulate Filter symbol indicator 1Diesel particle filter indicators -- click for moreDiesel Exhaust Filter 2
Diesel particle filterMore diesel particle filter indicators -- click for moreAdBlue indicatorDiesel Exhaust Filter
Water in Fuel Indicator 2Water in fuel indicators -- click for moreWater Trap Indicator
Drain water in fuel indicatorMore water in fuel indicators -- click for moreWater in fuel indicator
Lighting indicators
Tail Light Indicator CanadaPark lamps on indicator -- click for more
Fog Lamp Indicator SymbolFog lamp indicator -- click for more
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
Rear Fog Lamp IndicatorRear fog lamp indicator -- click for more
Headlamp outHeadlamp out indicator -- click for more
Cornering Headlamps Malfunction IndicatorAdaptive lighting trouble indicators -- click for moreCornering light indicator
Headlight Levelling IndicatorHeadlamp adjustment indicator -- click for more
High-beam Assistant IndicatorAuto high beam assist indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh beam 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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2020/12/opel-warning-lights-and-symbols/