High Beam Assist
These are High-beam Assistant symbols. The green image indicates that the assistant, which automatically switches the high beams on and off, is active and working properly. The “A” stands for Automatic. The systems detects light from oncoming traffic and lowers the high beams so as not to blind other drivers. It may also be impacted by other bright lights along or near the road.
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A similar symbol may be seen in black and white in the information display. In this case, it will be accompanied by a text message noting a problem. Most likely, the system’s sensors are blocked and it is unable to function properly.
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This is the Easy Access Indicator 
These are Up, Down or simply Shift Indicator 
For the most part, the symbols themselves are 
These two indicators, again in 
These two, however, are displayed in 
The ST symbol seen to the left is a Performance Shift Indicator. In vehicles so equipped, the indicator will be seen when the powertrain reaches the optimum upshift point. However, it will flash when the engine is close to hitting the engine speed limiter.
Another exception will be seen in gray scale in the vehicles information display. It appears as a gear – something that may be found inside a transmission – and is part of an electronic shift notification system. Performance Algorithm Liftfoot (
Do not confuse the second image with the Settings Indicator symbol on the right. It is nearly identical to the bumpy circle used when referring to the transmission, but lacks any addition in the center and is shown in gray scale. The settings indicator will most generally be seen in the separate 
Maddeningly, there appear to be no constraints assigned here, and we have seen the potential for dozens of variations. The image at left is a variation of an 
The symbol shown may grow wider as well, as seen here. In this situation, another version of the 
These are Security and/or Immobilizer System Indicator 
The 
However, if any of these symbols is visible when the vehicle is operating, it indicates a malfunction in the security system. The red dot to the left is on old style indicator. If the engine does not start with the correct key, and the security indicator remains on or flashes, the system may have a malfunction. You will need to contact your dealer or authorized service center in either case.
Do not confuse these with other automotive trouble symbols that make use of the image a key. Click 
These are Maintenance or Service Required Indicators symbols. In most cases, these 
Note that some manufacturers use the car on in the air or on the lift symbol to indicate that one of the vehicle’s systems has failed and needs repair. In a case like this, another symbol associated with the actual system will be shown as well.
All routine services in a vehicle with an internal combustion engine start with a change of the engine oil and filter. The text 
These red triangles indicate the approach or the passing of a Service Interval. The required service may be a common oil change or something more important such as a transmission service. The first is a single triangle, which may appear in 
In many European vehicles, a simple wrench (spanner) image will be displayed temporarily as a service interval approaches. It will likely be in gray scale, rather than a more expected amber.
These are all Traction and Active Traction Control Indicator 
These symbols indicate Dynamic Traction Control (
(below) will also be illuminated if any of these system variants is turned off using its control switch. If an OFF symbol is not used by the manufacturer, one of the symbols shown will simply remain lit. Again, if the system has not been turned off, have the system serviced as soon as possible.
One of these lights will be active when the traction control system is switched off and is generally 
This indicator, TRAC. MODE, means that the Stability Control System has been turned off and that a Traction Control Mode may be chosen to suit the driver or the conditions. This is usually an off-road or racing option.
These symbols indicate a malfunction in the traction control or a related