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Park or Tail Lamps On Indicator

Park Lamps

This is a Park or Tail Lamps On Indicator symbol. The latter is used in Canada. This symbol is only illuminated when all the lights, except the headlights, are in use. The lines (or eyelashes!) pointing outward are meant to symbolize light coming from the drawing of what is meant to represent a lamp.

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Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow.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

Recording

This is a Recording Dashboard Indicator symbol. The light indicates that the recording function of the driver monitor camera is in operation. If the icon is blinking, recording is ongoing, while constant illumination indicates the function is ready for recording. The light may be in gray scale or color.

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This indicator is made necessary by the addition driver monitoring systems and subsequent privacy concerns. Drivers must be alerted to the fact that their car is recording their actions behind wheel, which may be saved in the vehicle or even submitted to the manufacturer.

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Shift to Park Dashboard Warning

Shift to Park

This is a Shift to Park Dashboard Warning symbol. The light will blink red and a chime will sound if the ignition switch is turned off while the vehicle is not in Park. Move the shift lever or touch the Park button to turn off the light. The chime will sound until the ignition lock is engaged.

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The advent of keyless ignitions as well as electric vehicles (EVs) leave open the possibility of vehicles being turned off while not in Park occurring more and more often. This is particularly true of shift systems that require a button push. The warning indicator is a necessary and welcome addition.

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Battery Charge Dashboard Indicator

Battery Charge

This is a Battery Charge Dashboard Indicator symbol. It appears as a standard AA or AAA looking battery with two lines radiating from either side, it actually indicates that a cell phone is being charged wirelessly. There is also a plus sign in the center of the battery.

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It will most likely be seen in black and white and has nothing to do with charging any part of the car. So, do not confuse the symbol with either of these symbols, which also feature images of standard batteries. Click here or here for more on each, respectively.

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Over the Air Update Available Dashboard Indicator

Over The Air Indicator

This is an Over the Air (OTA) Update Available Indicator symbol. It appears in the shape of a cloud with an exclamation point inside it in black and white. Depending on the manufacturer, this may appear in the information display or on the large infotainment screen in the center of the dashboard.

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The indicator means that an update has been downloaded and is ready to be installed. The over the air concept is available only from manufacturers who have adopted the technology. At the time of this post, they are few and far between.

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Seat Backrest Not Engaged Dashboard Indicator

Seat Backrest

This is a Seat Backrest Not Engaged Indicator symbol. It is seen in black and white in the center information display, along with a text message that will identify the exact seat that is actually in need of attention.

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In most cases, it will be a simple matter of folding the seat backrest back until it engages. However, there are electronics involved, so if it turns out that all the identified seat is fully latched, do a restart of the vehicle and check that the indicator is off. If not, see your dealer or authorized repair shop.

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Hybrid Vehicle Operation Mode Dashboard Indicators

EV Mode Indicators

This and the images that follow below are Hybrid EV Mode Indicator symbols. They are related to the operational state of a hybrid vehicle. The first two indicate that the EV Mode is switched on and operating when in green, but is unavailable when shown in gray scale. Availability depends on factors such as the state of the battery’s charge, outside temperature, vehicle speed, etc., depending on manufacturer.

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The same basic image as above with a line drawn through it indicates that EV mode is not available, again because the proper conditions are not met. It may also mean that a destination may have been chosen in navigation that exceeds the hybrid battery range.

The text only symbol, eDRIVE, is found in hybrid systems that switch between using the internal combustion engine, the high voltage battery, or a combination of both automatically when conditions warrant. It will be displayed when the vehicle is under battery power alone.

This text only symbol, eBoost, will be displayed when a hybrid vehicle is under extreme acceleration, such as in passing situations. It indicates that the high voltage battery is in full use to support or Boost the acceleration.

This symbol, also in black and white features a drawing of an internal combustion (IC) engine with an embedded circular arrow. It indicates that the hybrid vehicle is operating on the IC engine alone.

This image indicates that use of the high voltage battery is on hold. The vehicle will operate using the IC engine predominantly in order to maintain the charge level in the high voltage battery. It too is in black and white.

These two are related as they both indicate that hybrid operation is in automatic mode. The second adds a slightly misshapen triangle underneath which indicates that the navigation system is active and that navigation data is being taken into consideration.

This set of indicators come from Honda Motors Corp. found in their Hybrid vehicles: Auto Mode, Charge Mode, and EV mode. In Auto Mode, the vehicle selects which propulsion source is most appropriate, the electric motor, the gasoline engine, or a combination of the two and automatically switches to it. In Charge Mode, the engine starts and the High Voltage battery charges. In EV mode, the vehicle is propelled exclusively by the electric motor, so long as the battery has sufficient charge. And to the extent of battery charge, these modes can be chosen at will by the driver.

These final three images are associated with what is termed a Mild Hybrid System, which uses a smaller, 48-volt battery to assist the driveline. The first image is displayed when the battery is supplying power. The second indicates that the battery is supporting high acceleration. The third image indicates that power from the mild hybrid system is unavailable.

The images are truly meaningless without explanatory text. A knobby outside circle with another circle inside? And what do the two lines top right and the three bent ones lower left mean? The last one is essentially a cross out and is the only one of any use — if you already know the meaning of the first two!

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