Tag: snow

Cadillac takes drive modes simply too far

Caddy drive mode grid

Drive modes While continuing the update of Cadillac symbols, we found ourselves adding two new drive modes. In fact we added two new snow and ice mode symbols in use in different models at the same time! In examining this, we came across a table in the CT4 owner’s manual that shows all of the …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2025/09/cadillac-takes-drive-modes-simply-too-far/

Stuck in the Snow? Turn Off the Stability Control System!

I Got Stuck in the Snow I just got caught. I live, eat and breath advanced automotive systems, and a neighbor had to clue me in. I missed it. I didn’t think of it. Turn Off the Stability Control System! My car was stuck in the snow, and I had the stability control system on. …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2014/02/stuck-in-the-snow-turn-off-the-stability-control-system/

Snow Mode Indicators

ECT Snow Indicator Image

Snow Mode These are Snow Mode Indicators symbols. Whether from an electronically controlled transmission or throttle (ECT) or in a hybrid vehicle, it indicates that this mode is active. The option controls the transmission electronically, keeping it in a higher gear (2nd or 3rd) or controlling the throttle for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, like snow. But first, …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2010/10/snow-mode-indicators/