Tag: dashboard symbol

Audio System Fault Indicator

Audio Fault

Sound fault indicatorThis is an Audio System Fault Indicator symbol. It indicates that the vehicle’s sound system has failed and needs the help of a qualified service shop. The fact that there is likely no sound coming from the speakers is likely more that enough to alert the driver to a problem, but the indicator puts any question to rest. The image is that of a speaker with an exclamation point next to it.

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Pedestrian Sound IndicatorSimilar Symbol

Do not confuse the symbol with the one to the right. 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Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow.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.

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Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) Indicators

Clearance Sonar

ICS off indicatorRAB indicatorThese are Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) Off Indicator symbols. One of them will be visible when the system is turned off or has experienced a fault. Its appearance is that of a car in front of a cone or pillar or sail with a star above it with or without  the word OFF below.

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The system uses sonar detectors in the bumpers to detect objects in the path of low speed travel and operates the brakes automatically to avoid  collision. The most common faults are dirty sensors, but if the vehicle is clean, it will need a qualified service shop.

The system is also known as Rear Automatic Braking. 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.

 

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Auto Limited Slip Differential (LSD) Indicator

Auto Limited Slip

This is the Auto Limited Slip Differential (LSD) Indicator symbol. The text symbol shows only the word AUTO (for Automatic) and the acronym LSD. The symbol appears when the system is activated and most likely seen in yellow/amber.

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AUTO LSD system uses the traction control system to control engine performance and braking when one of the rear wheels begins to spin, increasing traction to the wheel that’s not spinning. The system should be used only when one of the rear wheels spinning occurs in a ditch or rough surface.

If the rear wheels spin, the slip indicator flashes to indicate that the AUTO LSD system has been controlled the spinning of the rear wheels.

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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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Brake Override System Indicators

Brake Override

Brake override indicatorBrake override indicatorThese are Brake Override System Indicator symbols. If a buzzer is not heard, the brake override system is operating. It turned off by releasing the accelerator pedal and stepping on the brake pedal. It appears as a foot or shoe on a brake pedal next to an accelerator, all with an arrow above them. 

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However, in truth, the indicators covers a multitude of systems found in some Toyota and Mazda vehicles. It also may represent the Drive-Start Control system or the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system. If a buzzer is heard, one of the following has occurred:

  • the Brake Override System has malfunctioned;
  • the Drive-Start Control is operating;
  • the Drive-Start Control has malfunctioned; or
  • the Intelligent Clearance Sonar is operating.

Fortunately, there will be instructions to follow shown on on the multi-information display.

Depress Brake PedalSimilar Symbol

Do not confuse the symbol with this one to the right. 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.

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Hybrid Battery Overheat and Cooling Indicators

Battery Overheat

Hybrid battery overheat indicatorThis is a Hybrid Battery Overheat Indicator symbol. It will illuminate if the temperature of the inverter with converter assembly is too high. It appears as a household battery with wavy or squiggly lines rising from it, meant to imply heat waves.

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Stop the vehicle and allow some time for the system to cool down.

Battery coolant fluid level lowSimilarly, this symbol is a Traction Battery Coolant Fluid Level Low indicator. Seen primarily in some hybrid vehicles is a battery cooling system that, much like a typical internal combustion engine requires a cooling fluid that may require topping off occasionally.

The  is seen as a battery with a wavy line at the bottom meant to look like fluid. Add coolant to the system as soon as possible.

Low Coolant IndicatorThe symbol to the left, also featuring a wavy line at the bottom, is the traditional Low Coolant symbol is use for decades for internal combustion engines. But, as of 2024, it may be found in Kia hybrid vehicles and would be displayed when the coolant used by the vehicle’s electrical inverter is low. Driving without sufficient amount of coolant for a prolonged period of time can cause serious problems with the vehicle’s electrical equipment.

Catalytic Converter Warning SymbolDo not confuse the first symbol with the similar one to the right, which is a catalytic converter. 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/2019/06/hybrid-battery-overheat-indicator/

Remote Charge Timer Setting Indicators

Charge Timer

Charge timer indicatorCharge timer indicatorThese are Remote Charge Timer Setting Indicator symbols. The indicator will be seen when the remote charge timer in an electric vehicle (EV) has been scheduled. It features a clock face and hands interrupted by an electrical plug.

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Charging can be carried out at the desired time by registering a charge schedule.  The feature allows the timer to be set to any preference, such as a time of lower electricity costs, having charging complete by a certain time, or be carried out at the same time on selected days, etc.

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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/2019/06/remote-charge-timer-setting-indicator/

Hybrid Operation Indicator

Hybrid Operation

This is a Hybrid Operation Indicator symbol. It says that a hybrid vehicle is being powered by both the gasoline and the electric motors, rather than the electric motor alone (see Electric Vehicle (EV) Mode).

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Its appearance is that of the outline of a car with the letters HV inside.

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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/2019/06/hybrid-operation-indicator/