DashboardSymbols.com descriptions of the symbols and tell-tales used on automobile and light truck dashboards and instrument panels.
Slip Indicators These are all Slip Indicator and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Fault symbols. When a vehicle detects slippery conditions, its stability or traction control system is activated. The light will flash, irregularly in some vehicles, indicating that the system is doing its work, which is to help keep the vehicle in control (next …
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Brake Press These are Brake Press Indicators symbols. They is similar to other symbols asking for the brake pedal to pressed, for shifting for instance. However, here the symbols are used for Electric Park Brake and Automatic Brake Hold systems, where the brake pedal must be stepped on before either system can be engaged. Before continuing, …
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Driver Assist This is an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems or ADAS Status Indicator symbol. As shown the, ADAS indicator shows green on both sides, and is thus ready. The color can vary depending on circumstances. The symbol is meant to show the proper lane, another car travelling ahead, and the distance to that car, represented …
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Speed Limit These are Passive Speed Limit Indicator and Overspeed Indicator symbols. It indicates that a speed limit has been set and the image shows an example set speed limit of 65 miles per hour (MPH). The symbol will appear in the center information display in white, and the background shown may be in blue, …
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SOS Feature These are SOS Feature Malfunction Indicator symbols. The symbol, in red or yellow/amber/orange, is likely accompanied by a text message in the instrument panel that states that the service is either limited or unavailable. The message will show one or the other. When restricted, an emergency call may be limited to a data …
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AdBlue These are AdBlue Indicator symbols, which references a fluid that is necessary to the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system. SCR is an emissions control technology used by some diesel engine manufacturers. The indicators may appear in black and white, yellow/amber/orange or red, depending on the severity of need. Before continuing, are you sure this …
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Rear Cross Traffic These is a Rear Cross Traffic Alert Indicator (RCTA) symbol. It appears as its acronym on the instrument panel in green when the system is available. Any trouble indications in the vehicles examined are displayed with text and images in the Information Display. Before continuing, are you sure this is your symbol?? …
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