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ECO Coach Dashboard Indicators

ECO Coach

ECO Coach pressed indicatorECO coach not pressed indicatorThese are ECO Coach Indicator symbols. The are displayed as a means of coaching the driver to operate the vehicle more economically. The feature automatically activates when the ECO driving program or mode is selected. The first image shows the foot or shoe pressed on the accelerator and the second, the not pressed symbol, shows the foot or removed from the pedal. The arrow remains pointing up regardless.

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The ECO coach feature predicts the road ahead and advises when it is possible to lift off of the accelerator pedal in order to save fuel. The feature displays icons in the instrument panel to advise the driver of situations ahead that may allow the accelerator pedal to be released. The icons show a speed limit change, an upcoming downhill gradient, a junction or crossroads, a traffic island, and right or left bends in the road. The ECO coach pedal not pressed lamp illuminates green to advise the driver when it is possible to lift off of the accelerator pedal.

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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Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow.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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2019/06/brake-override-system-indicator/

Brake Press Indicators

Brake Press

Depress Brake PedalThese 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.

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The first symbol shows an accelerator pedal and a brake pedal with an arrow pointing to the brake pedal. A similar symbol with three pedals is used in vehicles with manual transmissions. The third pedal is the clutch.

The second symbol is simply a foot or shoe shown above a pedal.

If the symbol is flashing, it indicates an issue with the systems and neither the Electric Park Brake or Automatic Brake Hold can be engaged, or will be disengaged.

Similar Symbols

Use Brake IndicatorShift Lock IndicatorDon’t confuse this image with the similar ones to the right. For more, click here.

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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/2018/06/electric-park-brake-press-indicator/

Predictive Efficiency Assist Indicators

Predictive Efficiency

Predictive Efficiency AssistEfficiency assist exitEfficiency assist circleEfficiency assist intersectionThese symbols, which will appear in green, are Predictive Efficiency Assist Indicator symbols. The assistance system adds an automobile’s version of anticipation of the road ahead. The first symbol uses the image of a shoe or foot with an arrow below pointing upwards. It is again seen in green and indicates the system is active and in use.

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The second, with a line curving to the right, indicates that an exit is approaching. The third, shown as a circle in a circle broken by three entering lanes, means that a traffic circle is ahead. And last one shows that an intersection is upcoming. They are nearly self explanatory.

The system is intended to save fuel, using data from the navigation system, traffic signs, and even topography. The symbol is meant specifically to indicate that the driver should decelerate (remove his/her foot from the accelerator) because a lower speed is needed up ahead. The system is not active if Adaptive Cruise Control is engaged.

Similar Symbol

Shift Lock IndicatorIts important to distinguish the first symbol above from Shift Lock Indicator symbols that appear in yellow/amber. These will also feature a foot or shoe, but have no connection to any advanced fuel saving feature.

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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/2017/05/predictive-efficiency-assist-indicator/