If you are seeing for a black and white or gray scale dashboard symbol on your instrument panel, this is a good place to start. We’ve gathered all these indicators used by all the various vehicle systems.
The proliferation of message screens as well as driver assistance systems has prompted the proliferation of dozens of images in these basically colorless representations. They will often be accompanied by text messages in the screen, so do look for that. Also, these images often simply means that a system is on and waiting for an opportunity to activate.
— Note: If your symbol is primarily text (an acronym, etc.), it is not included here. Click here for an alphabetical list.
— Also, we always recommend that you search your Manufacturer, listed alphabetically here.
Vehicles examined include those from Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, Fisker, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes, Mercury, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Saab, Saturn, Smart, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, and Volvo.
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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Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow.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.