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Buick Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

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So, what is that light on your dashboard? What follows is easily the most complete list available of symbols and warnings that may appear in and on your car’s dashboard or instrument cluster.

The following are warning lights and indicators found in vehicles built by Buick. Click the link to the right of each one to learn more.

How They Are Presented

They are ordered primarily by color and roughly by importance. First up are red, followed by yellow/amber/orange symbols (depending on how you see the color!), then blue and green symbols and finally white and gray scale symbols. There are over 50 of them, so search carefully!

Need the symbols for another manufacturer? Click here!

Red indicators
Charging System Trouble Indicator SymbolCharge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Trouble IndicatorBrake trouble indicators -- click for moreBrake Trouble Indicator Canada
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning light -- click for more
Temperature Warning Light SymbolEngine temperature indicator -- click for more
Parking Brake Engaged IndicatorElectric park brake and trouble indicators -- click for moreService Electric Parking BrakePARK symbol
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Security Lock IndicatorSecurity indicator -- click for more
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminders -- click for morePassenger seat belt reminder
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor ajar indicator -- click for more
Pedestrian detected indicatorPedestrian ahead indicator -- click for more
Yellow/amber/orange indicators
Check engine lightCheck engine light -- click for more
Service electric park brakeElectric park brake or trouble indicator -- click for more
Stacility controlStability control indicator -- click for more
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for more
Traction Control System Warning LightTraction control off indicator -- click for more
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for more
Press brake indicator -- click for more
Lane Departure WarningLane keeping indicators -- click for moreLane Departure Indicator
Active cruise controlFollowing gap indicator -- click for more
Forward collision warningAuto braking disabled -- click for more
Vehicle detected indicatorVehicle ahead indicator -- click for more
Attention alertDriver alert indicator -- click for more
Frost Warning IndicatorSnow mode indicators -- click for moreSnow and ice mode
Haul (towing) IndicatorTow mode indicator -- click for more
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicator -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Headlamp outHeadlamp out indicator -- click for more
Cornering Headlamps Malfunction IndicatorAdaptive front lighting indicator -- click for more
Green and blue indicators
Forward Alert IndicatorVehicle ahead indicator -- click for more
Active Cruise Control SymbolAdaptive cruise control indicator -- click for more
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicator -- click for more
Grade assist 2Hill descent control indicator -- click for more
AWD indicatorAll wheel drive indicators -- click for more2 wheel drive
High beam assistantAutomatic high beam indicator -- click for more
Tail Light Indicator CanadaPark lamps on indicator -- click for more
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh beam indicator -- click for more
White and gray scale indicators
Door open warningDoor ajar indicator -- click for more
Super Cruise indicatorSuper cruise status indicator -- click for more
Lane keeping assistLane keeping indicator -- click for more
Sport modeSport mode indicators -- click for moreSport mode indicator
Off road mode indicatorOff road mode indicator -- click for more
Auto start stop symbolAuto start stop indicator -- click for more

Models examined include Cascadia, Enclave, Encore, Envision, Envista, Lacrosse, Regal, and Verano.

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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/warning-lights-and-symbols-seen-in-buick-vehicles/

Buick Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Buick Vehicles

We now have nine videos offering help to Buick drivers who’s key fob or remote control batteries have gone dead.

Battery replacement videos are at the end of the list.

This video updates Envision models, which were changed in 2021.

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This video consolidates getting into and starting all models.

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The video below is for owners of newer Buick Regals.

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This video features the Buick Envision and its hidden key hole.

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Video help with a 2014 and later Buick LaCrosse.

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Video help with the Buick Encore.

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Replacing the battery in a Buick fob in use since 2021.

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This is a video replacing the battery in a Buick flip key.

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And a second Buick key fob style battery replacement.

Models covered include the LaCrosse, Envision, Encore, Regal, Enclave, and Verano.

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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/2018/09/buick-video-help-with-dead-key-fobs/

GM Now Uses 17 Differing Back-up Pockets

Too Many Back Up Start Locations

GM Now Uses 17 Differing Back-up Pockets! While putting together a review of 2018 push button start models, we discovered that the new GMC Terrain and Acadia had been added, and that this was introduced in the Acadia in 2017.

In addition, these two models have hidden key holes, like those used by Chevrolet. But what struck us was that the cars did not use the same back up start process, and that the spots are only similar to other General Motors made cars and SUVs.

The result is we now have 17 distinct images of back up start key fob pockets. We keep asking and hoping for standardization, but instead…

Similar, Not the Same

Acadia back-up startIn truth, there are many similarities. For instance, most back up pockets are in the center console of GM vehicles. However, the Acadia’s pocket is at the top of the back of the console, only the 4th model using this area. The majority of the other models feature the slot somewhere in the front of the center console. The steering column and glove box are also used.

The Terrain uses a cup holder. Terrain back up spotBut because they are side by side, it is the first to use a left side cup holder. The Chevrolet Camaro uses the back one while the Buick Encore and Envision use the front. The Verano, Regal and Lacrosse also use the front, but the cup holder itself needs to be removed! And so on.

Standardize!

The point is, there is no standardization and unfortunately the company does not seem to be headed anywhere near selecting a single back up location.

Why not? Seriously, why not??? Following the key cylinder debacle GM announced it would move all their vehicles to push button or keyless start, eventually, and we suggested then that they use the opportunity to standardize the process. They didn’t, not that they were listening to us.

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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/2017/07/gm-vehicles-now-have-17-differing-back-up-start-procedures/