DashboardSymbols.com descriptions of the symbols and tell-tales used on automobile and light truck dashboards and instrument panels.
Stop Light These are Stop Light Dashboard Indicators symbols. They are seen in the information display, likely in gray scale or black and white. As stated by the first manufacturer to use them, The pair of lights come on when the stop lights are illuminated by the use of the brake pedal or, more importantly, …
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Recording This is a Recording Dashboard Indicator symbol. The light indicates that the recording function of the driver monitor camera is in operation. If the icon is blinking, recording is ongoing, while constant illumination indicates the function is ready for recording. The light may be in gray scale or color. Before continuing, are you sure …
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Proactive Driving Assist These are Proactive Driving Assist Dashboard Indicators symbols. The Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) system, effectively a self-driving system, is designed to provide some assistance for regular braking and steering operations, as well as helping to prevent the vehicle from approaching too close to a detectable object. Before continuing, are you sure this …
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Ignition Position Symbols These are Ignition Position Dashboard Indicators symbols. The first shows an arrow pointing at a button, presumably the Start / Stop button, and indicates the brake or clutch is pressed and the car can be started. The second is simply the word ON in green, which indicates that the vehicle is ready …
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Shift to Park This is a Shift to Park Dashboard Warning symbol. The light will blink red and a chime will sound if the ignition switch is turned off while the vehicle is not in Park. Move the shift lever or touch the Park button to turn off the light. The chime will sound until …
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CrabWalk This is a CrabWalk Dashboard Indicator symbol. It actually appears as a row or set of bent lines that take the shape of a crab, and is seen in GMC‘s Hummer model. When the system is activated the symbol is seen in yellow/amber. CrabWalk mode allows the driver to turn the rear wheels at …
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Fuel Operated Heater This is a Fuel Operated Heater Dashboard Indicator symbol. It appears as a line with three wavy heat lines rising from it and a number alongside. The system warms up the engine and interior compartment in a gas or diesel powered vehicle without actually running the engine itself. Before moving on, is …
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