Category: Dashboard Symbols & Tell-tales

DashboardSymbols.com descriptions of the symbols and tell-tales used on automobile and light truck dashboards and instrument panels.

Evasive Maneuver Warning Indicator

Evasive Maneuver

Evasive maneuver warningThis is an Evasive Maneuver Warning or Evasive Steering Assistance (ESA) indicator symbol.  Working with a vehicle’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, ESA adds technical assistance to steering to aid in avoiding a collision. It effectively enhances a driver’s reflexes by adding extra steering torque and uses data from the vehicle’s front-mounted camera and radar sensors to calculate a safe path around the obstacle.

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Overall benefits of the system are to help the driver avoid frontal collisions with other objects, guiding the driver to keep a safe path even after swerving, reducing the risk of losing control during an emergency maneuver and initiating braking to reduce the overall severity of a crash.

With all this said, we certainly suggest examining the symbol after the maneuver is completed. Meaning, this light, much like stability control lights, can itself be a distraction at a time when the vehicle needs the driver’s full attention.

Cars are changing, and among those changes is the growing number of symbols and indicators that will invariably show up on your dashboard or instrument panel. Every year, new features are added to vehicles, each of which is accompanied by a new symbol or symbols and likely a new acronym.

At DashboardSymbols.com, our aim is to help you understand what is happening to your vehicle at the first sign of trouble – a new warning light illuminated on your instrument panel. Its all here on this website. Our first intention is to bring the latest technologies down to earth and understandable for everyday drivers.

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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/2024/08/evasive-maneuver-warning-indicator/

Position Lights Indicators

Position Lights

Position lights onPosition lights failureThese are Position Lights Indicator symbols. Position lights exist solely to help a vehicle get noticed. As such they are very similar to parking lights and can be versatile enough to perform either function.

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As they are generally low-intensity lamps, position lights are not as bright as parking or daytime lights. They are found at the front and rear of the vehicle. The versatility of modern LED lamps make it possible for them to perform multiple functions.

Cars are changing, and among those changes is the growing number of symbols and indicators that will invariably show up on your dashboard or instrument panel. Every year, new features are added to vehicles, each of which is accompanied by a new symbol or symbols and likely a new acronym.

At DashboardSymbols.com, our aim is to help you understand what is happening to your vehicle at the first sign of trouble – a new warning light illuminated on your instrument panel. Its all here on this website. Our first intention is to bring the latest technologies down to earth and understandable for everyday drivers.

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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/2024/08/position-lights-indicators/

Fisker Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Fisker 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 Polestar. Click the link to the right of each one to learn more.

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 60 of them so be patient!

Need the symbols for another manufacturer? Click here!

Red indicators
Master Warning Light SymbolAttention indicator -- click for more
High Voltage Battery LowHigh voltage battery charge low indicator -- click for more
Charging System Trouble Indicator Symbol12 volt battery fault -- click for more
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolLow oil pressure -- click for more
Temperature Warning Light SymbolHigh coolant temperature -- click for more
Brake fault indicatorBrake trouble indicator -- click for more
Parking Brake Engaged IndicatorPark brake indicator -- click for more
Low Brake Fluid IndicatorBrake fluid level low -- click for more
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
EV system fault indicatorEV system fault indicator -- click for more
External Sound System Fault IndicatorExterior sound fault -- click for more
ADAS fault indicatorDriver assist system fault indicator -- click for more
Collision warningVehicle detected ahead -- click for more
Drowsy driver alertSteering assist system indicators -- click for more
Steering fault indicatorSteering system fault -- click for more
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Hood ajar indicatorDoor, hood or trunk ajar indicators -- click for moreDoors ajarTrank ajar indicator
Yellow/amber/orange indicators
Anti-theft system faultSecurity system fault indicator -- click for more
Check engineCheck engine light -- click for more
Stability, traction control and fault indicators -- click for moreStability system indicator
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for more
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
Suspension system faultSuspension system fault indicator -- click for more
Key Fob in Vehicle IndicatorKey fob warning indicators -- click for moreKey Fob Battery Low Indicator
Steering assist activeSteering assist system indicators -- click for moreSteering assist off indicator
Lane Departure WarningLane keeping indicators -- click for moreLane Departure System Off
Forward collision warningAuto brake indicators -- click for moreCollision Warning
Shift Lock IndicatorShift lock indicator -- click for more
Power Limitation IndicatorPower limitation indicator -- click for more
Charging Indicator SymbolCharge cable connected -- click for more
Hitch not locked indicatorTrailer hitch not locked indicator -- click for more
Headlamp outLamp out indicator -- click for more
Rear Fog Lamp IndicatorFog lamp indicator -- click for more
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel warning -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow windshield washer fluid -- click for more
Check Gas CapCheck fuel cap indicator -- click for more
Green and blue indicators
Seat belt fastened indicatorSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Ready Mode IndicatorReady indicator -- click for more
FiPilot active indicatorFi-Pilot indicators -- click for moreFiPilot available indicator
Drive control active indicatorActive cruise control indicator -- click for more
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicator -- click for more
Grade Assist IndicatorGrade assist indicator -- click for more
Grade Assist IndicatorGrade assist indicators -- click for moreGrade assist fault indicator
Trailer mode active indicatorTow mode active indicator -- click for more
Fog Lamp Indicator SymbolFog lamp indicator -- click for more
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh or low beam indicators -- click for moreLow beam indicator
White and gray scale indicators
Rear seat unoccupied indicatorSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Tire pressure warning highlight indicatorTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
Auto brake indicatorAuto brake hold on indicator -- click for more
Adaptive high beamActive high beam indicator -- click hereAuto high beam off

Models examined include the Karma and Ocean.

Cars are changing, and among those changes is the growing number of symbols and indicators that will invariably show up on your dashboard or instrument panel. Every year, new features are added to vehicles, each of which is accompanied by a new symbol or symbols and likely a new acronym.

At DashboardSymbols.com, our aim is to help you understand what is happening to your vehicle at the first sign of trouble – a new warning light illuminated on your instrument panel. Its all here on this website. Our first intention is to bring the latest technologies down to earth and understandable for everyday drivers.

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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/2024/07/fisker-dashboard-symbols-and-warning-lights/

Emergency Assist Indicator

Emergency Assist

Emergency assist indicatorEmergency assist faultThese are Emergency Assist Indicator symbols. The emergency assist system monitors the driver and is activated when the driver is inactive. In black and white the symbol indicates the system is working, while a yellow/amber/orange indicator points to a system fault.

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If the system is activated, it first asks the driver to take over steering. If the driver does not respond, emergency assist assumes control of the vehicle and automatically brakes it to a standstill in its own lane. In a real world test, the seat belt tightened, the emergency flashers came on, the car braked to a stop and actually called 911!

Beware of Similar Symbols

SOS battery faultSOS not ready indicatorSOS IndicatorDon’t confuse the symbols above with these to the right. Click here for more on these symbols.

Cars are changing, and among those changes is the growing number of symbols and indicators that will invariably show up on your dashboard or instrument panel. Every year, new features are added to vehicles, each of which is accompanied by a new symbol or symbols and likely a new acronym.

At DashboardSymbols.com, our aim is to help you understand what is happening to your vehicle at the first sign of trouble – a new warning light illuminated on your instrument panel. Its all here on this website. Our first intention is to bring the latest technologies down to earth and understandable for everyday drivers.

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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/2024/06/emergency-assist-indicator/

Child Safety Lock Malfunction Indicators

Child Safety Locks

Child safety lock malfunctionChild safety lock malfunctionThese are Child Safety Lock Malfunction Indicator symbols. If the vehicle is equipped with a button on the driver’s door that activates the system, press it again. If the warning light or lights persist, have the system serviced as soon as possible.

  • But first, are you sure this is your symbol?? If yes, then continue on below.
  • Otherwise return to our main Picture Symbols page and scan again!

Child lock indicatorThis version indicates that the Child Safety Lock is on. If the letter L or R is seen with it, it indicates which door is locked. When turned on, the Child Safety Lock system disables the function of both the inner door handles and power window switches for the rear doors. It is an important safety feature designed to protect curious children from injury while passengers in a vehicle.

Cars are changing, and among those changes is the growing number of symbols and indicators that will invariably show up on your dashboard or instrument panel. Every year, new features are added to vehicles, each of which is accompanied by a new symbol or symbols and likely a new acronym.

At DashboardSymbols.com, our aim is to help you understand what is happening to your vehicle at the first sign of trouble – a new warning light illuminated on your instrument panel. Its all here on this website. Our first intention is to bring the latest technologies down to earth and understandable for everyday drivers.

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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/2024/06/child-safety-lock-malfunction-indicators/

Rivian Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Rivian 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 Rivian. 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 a bit more than 40 of them, but search carefully anyway!

Need the symbols for another manufacturer? Click here!

Cars are changing, and among those changes is the growing number of symbols and indicators that will invariably show up on your dashboard or instrument panel. Every year, new features are added to vehicles, each of which is accompanied by a new symbol or symbols and likely a new acronym.

At DashboardSymbols.com, our aim is to help you understand what is happening to your vehicle at the first sign of trouble – a new warning light illuminated on your instrument panel. Its all here on this website. Our first intention is to bring the latest technologies down to earth and understandable for everyday drivers.

Serious trouble or fault indicators
Brake Trouble IndicatorBrake trouble indicator -- click for more
Electronically Controlled Brake WarningBrake booster fault indicator -- click for more
Text symbolsParking brake indicators -- click for moreService Electric Parking Brake
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Common or routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Doors ajarDoor, hood, tailgate open indicators -- click for moreTailgate openHood open
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorWindshield washer fluid low -- click for more
Frost warningFrost warning indicator -- click for more
Trouble or fault indicators
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
Stacility controlStability control indicator -- click for more
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for more
Traction Control System Warning LightTraction control off indicator -- click for more
Driver assist systems and accessory indicators
Auto brake hold indicatorBrake hold indicators -- click for moreAuto brake hold malfunction
Blind Spot IndicatorBlind spot warning indicator -- click for more
Automatic emergency brakingAuto braking off or malfunction -- click for moreAutomatic emergency braking
Lane Departure WarningLane departure indicator -- click for more
Rear window defrost indicatorRear window defog indicator -- click for more
Electric vehicle indicators
Power Limitation IndicatorPower limitation indicator -- click for more
EV system indicator EV system failure indicator -- click for moreEV system indicator
EV battery lowState of charge indicators -- click for moreEV battery very lowEV battery drained
Regenerative braking limitedRegenerative braking limited -- click for more
Conserve mode indicatorConserve mode indicator -- click for more
Frost Warning IndicatorCold weather indicator -- click for moreBattery temperature indicator
Lighting indicators
Lamp out indicatorLamp out indicator -- click for more
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
Rear Fog Lamp IndicatorRear fog lamp 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 R1T and R1S.

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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/2024/06/rivian-dashboard-symbols-and-warning-lights/

Economy Operation Indicators

Economy Operation

Eco Operation Indicator SymbolEconomy driving operationEco modeThese are Economy Operation Indicator symbols. With the push to improve fuel mileage, vehicles from many manufacturers will tell you when you are operating your vehicle economically and even aide in the effort. There may be a gauge of sorts also shown in the information screen. Step hard on the accelerator to pass another vehicle, for example, and this light will go out.

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The green leaf background in the first symbol is reflective of economical driving. The letters ECO are seen in all three symbols, representing economical. The second image in back and white features the same letters but placed inside a broken circle with an arrow meant to indicate a running condition.

Conserve mode indicatorThis version is a Conserve Mode indicator used by an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer. It denotes the use of a drive mode intended to conserve battery power that is chosen by the driver. It is seen in green.

Similar Symbol

Economy Mode IndicatorDo not confuse this symbol with other indicators using the abbreviation ECO and coupled with the word Mode. The use of the word Mode denotes that control of some of the drive systems has been chosen. Click here for more.

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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/2024/03/economy-operation-indicators/