car dashboard symbol meanings in automobile

In the case of a motor vehicle today, there are a number of different systems that are operated by different technologies, all of which are controlled by electronic control units. The system controlled by each of these systems is not located in the same location of the car and is scattered throughout the car. Under these conditions, when these systems are in connection with the car, all functions of each of these systems are controlled by the driver. The indicator lamps are mounted in a convenient location so that the driver can easily see the performance of each system. These indicator lamps When operating the systems indicate to the driver about that By lighting a bulb. For these indicator lamps that are created in a variety of shapes and colors, Filament bulbs were used, and today's motor vehicles use LED bulbs. These are lit on the back of the Dashboard and the shape on top shows the driver With a corresponding color.


Although these indicator lamps are mounted on the same Dashboard, they are divided into several main categories.

1. Warning signal
2. Safety signals
3. Lighting symbol
4. Common symbol
5. Advance features symbol
6. Power Vehicle Symbol

The indicator lamps are mainly classified into the above types and Let's study about the indicator lamps in the car separately for each of the above types,

1. Warning signal

This is one of the most important indicator lamps of the motor vehicle and It shows the function of the major systems of the vehicle. The peculiarity of these indicator lamps is that they are not lit under normal conditions and only flashes when a system reports a fault. It is very important to know whether these lamps are functioning properly, as these indicator lamps show the most important information. This is because they are extinguished under normal circumstances and if they are not worked in the event of an error, Because there is a great danger that cannot be identified. For this reason, when the ignition switch is turned on, all of these warning lamps will light up and we can confirm their performance. Once the car is started on, the indicator lamps will turn off if there are no faults in each of the systems.

• Engine Temperature Warning Light
• Battery Charge Warning Light
• Brake Warning Light
• Oil Pressure Warning Light
• Check Engine Light (MiL)
• Airbag Indicator
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• Master Warning Light

2. Safety signals

This shows the functionality of each of the car's systems, as well as the details of each function designed to ensure the safety of passengers in a vehicle. There are a lot of different functionality systems in the motor vehicle. that systems information is displayed on the instrument cluster so that the driver can see it.

• Transmission Temperature
• Tire Pressure Warning Light
• Steering Wheel Lock
• Service Vehicle Soon
• Trailer Tow Hitch Warning
• Traction Control Light
• Air Suspension
• Security Alert
• Side Airbag
• Reduced Power Warning
• Seat Belt Indicator
• Press Clutch Pedal
• Powertrain Fault
• Power Steering Warning
• Press Brake Pedal
• Parking Brake Light
• Overdrive Light
• Oil Change Reminder
• Information Warning Light
• Icy Road Warning Light
• 4Wheel Drive (4WD)
• Gas/Fuel Cap
• Traction Control Malfunction
• Electric Park Brake
• Distance Warning
• Clogged Air Filter
• Child Safety Lock
• Catalytic Converter Warning
• Brake Fluid
• Brake Pad Warning
• Brake Lights Warning
• Automatic Gearbox Warning

3. Lighting symbol

These indicator lamps are designed to observe the performance of the vehicles lighting system to the driver

• Low Beam Indicator Light
• Lamp Out
• High Beam Light Indicator
• Headlight Range Control
• Front Fog Lights
• Exterior Light Fault
• Auto High Beam
• Adaptive Light System
• Side Light
• Rear Fog Lights
• Rain and Light Sensor

4. Common symbol

This indicator is designed to enable the driver to see the functions of the common systems involved in motor vehicles. These indicator lamps can vary in shape, color, etc. depending on the variety of car manufacturers.

• Windshield Defrost
• Car on Ramp
• Washer Fluid Reminder
• Rear Window Defrost
• Low Fuel Level
• Key Not in Vehicle
• Hood/Bonnet Open
• Hazard Lights On
• Fan
• Door
• Direction / Signal Indicators

5. Advance features symbol

The automobiles controlled by the control units are now in the modern state of the art and are connected to many high-tech systems. These indicator lamps indicate the performance of those systems

• Recirculated Cabin Air
• Rear Spoiler Warning
• Parking with Park Assist Pilot
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Assist
• Key Fob Battery Low
• Ignition Switch Warning
• Seat Temperature
• Forward Collision Warning
• Eco Driving Indicator
• Cruise Control
• Convertible Roof Warning
• Brake Hold Indicator
• Blind Spot Indicator
• Auto Windscreen Wiping
• Light Light
• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Winter Mode
• Start/stop Warning Light
• Speed Limiter

6. Power vehicle symbol

The engine systems of diesel-fueled engines have been modified to provide maximum power while minimizing air-emissions. These indicator lamps are designed that the driver can see the performance of that system.

• Glow Plug Indicator
• Fuel Filter Warning
• Exhaust Fluid
• Ad-Blue Tank is Empty Warning
• Ad-Blue Malfunction
• Water Fluid Filter