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Electric Side Step or Automatic Running Board Indicators

Electric Side Step

Electric side step indicatorAuto runboard blocked indicatorThese are Electric Side Step or Automatic Running Board Indicator symbols. It is seen when the electric side step is activated by opening the side door or operating the sliding side door. If the first image remains lit, it indicates a fault that will require service. Be sure to check that the step is retracted before moving the vehicle.

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If the second image remains lit, it indicates an obstruction preventing the running board from fully extending or retracting. Check for obstacles. If the warning light flashes, it indicates a fault that will require service from a qualified shop.

Side steps or running boards extend automatically to improve access to the vehicles. The first image appears as a tall rectangle (a van) with two circles or wheels underneath and a line and plus sign on one side in yellow/amber. The line represents the step.

The second appears a the side of a car with something protruding from it (the running board) and a double ended arrow, also in yellow/amber.

Running board indicatorThis truly oversimplified symbol, which consists only of parallel lines, indicates that the running boards have not extended in automatic mode. It is seen in black and white in the information screen and will be accompanied by a text message noting a problem. It is likely that they need to be cleaned in order to operate properly. The running boards can be extended in manual mode.

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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.

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Natural Gas Operation Indicator

Natural Gas Operation

Natural gas operation indicatorThis a Natural Gas Operation Indicator symbol. In a vehicle equipped with the added natural gas fuel source, the indicator, shown in green, will illuminate when the vehicle changes to the use of natural gas from traditional gasoline. The image is that of a gas or fuel pump with the letters CNG, for Compressed Natural Gas, shown beneath it in green.

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The switch to CNG occurs automatically when gasoline runs low. It will also illuminate when fuel in the tank runs low and after natural gas refueling and the system determines the quality of the fuel.

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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.

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Cold Ambient Derate Mode Indicator

Derate Mode

Cold ambient derate mode indicatorThis is a Cold Ambient Derate Mode Indicator symbol. Derate is a term used to indicate that the engine’s power has been reduced or derated. Derating the engine protects the turbocharger in cold temperatures and the indicator is shown when the system is active. The indicator appears as a fan in a duct with wavy lines and arrows below it in yellow/amber.

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Deration takes place during start up and is generally associated with diesel engines. Engine power will be reduced for as long as 30 seconds depending on just how cold the ambient temperatures are, beginning at about 10°F (-12°C) and below.

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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.

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Diesel Exhaust Brake Indicators

Diesel Exhaust Brake

Diesel exhaust brake indicatorAutomatic diesel exhaust brake indicatorThese are Diesel Exhaust Brake Indicator symbols. One of the indicators will be seen when the Diesel Exhaust Brake has been activated and is in full strength mode (first image) or in Automatic (AUTO) mode (second image). The appearance is that of a less than sign or a sideways V with wavy lines at one end, all inside a circle inside brackets. The latter is a standard part of many symbols associated with brakes.

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The exhaust brake feature will function when the driver toggles it on by pushing the exhaust brake button until the indicator is seen. Normal (Full Strength) exhaust brake mode is indicated by the yellow/amber Exhaust Brake Indicator.

Turned Off

Diesel exhaust brake off indicatorAutomatic or Smart Exhaust Brake can be enabled by pushing the exhaust brake button again anytime after the normal Full Exhaust Brake has been turned on. The Exhaust Brake Indicator will change from yellow/amber to green when Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake is enabled. Pushing the exhaust brake button again will toggle the exhaust brake mode to off.

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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.

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Snowplow Mode Indicator

Plow Mode

Snowplow mode indicatorThis is the Snowplow Mode Indicator symbol. The light, shown in yellow/amber, will illuminate when Snowplow Mode has been activated. The image is that of a pick up truck with a curved piece attached to the front intended to represent the plow.

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Snowplow mode likely controls aspects of transmission and engine cooling as well as transmission shift points in order to aid plowing activity.

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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.

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Driver’s Door Malfunction Indicator

Door Malfunction

Door malfunction indicatorThis is a Driver’s Door Malfunction Indicator symbol. It is seen as the outline of a car with an open padlock seemingly embedded in the vehicle’s roof. The symbol may be seen in red or yellow/amber.

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This is likely a lock and latch malfunction that could result in the door swinging open while driving. Have a qualified technician or your dealer repair the problem as soon as possible.

If it is seen in red, the manufacturer recommends parking the vehicle and having it towed to the dealer.

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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.

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Loose Wheel Warning Indicator

Loose Wheel

Loose wheel indicatorThis is a Loose Wheel Warning Indicator symbol. The indicator is represented by a drawing of a mounted tire and wheel with a wrench or spanner above it in red. A loose wheel is potentially very dangerous so please find a good repair shop or your dealer as soon as possible!

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Do not ignore this warning light. If a wheel is actually loose, it could and will damage the wheel and wheel studs. Further, if it stays loose, it could cause a loss of control and lead to an accident.

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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/2020/02/loose-wheel-warning-indicator/