BYD automotive symbols
BYD: dashboard warning and indicator lights, vehicle controls and car-related marks.
BYD red warning lights10
Red usually means a serious fault or a safety warning. Stop when it is safe and check the light's meaning before driving on.
Airbag warning4 meaningsAirbag warningComes on at ignition and goes out in a few seconds if the airbag system works. If it stays off or stays on at ignition, or comes on while driving, there is a fault in the airbag system; contact a dealer for inspection as soon as possible.Differs by brand.On BYD
Charging / battery warning21 meaningsCharging / battery warningWarns about the DC module and the low-voltage battery; during charging it indicates a charging system failure. If it turns on while driving, turn off the A/C and fans, park safely immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service provider.Differs by brand.On BYD
Charging cable connected4 meaningsCharging cable connectedLights up on the instrument cluster after the charging connector has been correctly inserted into the vehicle's charge port, for both AC and DC charging.Differs by brand.On BYD
Parking brake applied (P)11 meaningsParking brake applied (P)Steady on when the vehicle is powered on with the EPB engaged; flashes while the EPB is applying. At power-on it lights for about three seconds as a self-check; if it does not, the EPB or braking system may be faulty.Differs by brand.On BYD
Parking brake warning18 meaningsParking brake warningLights up when the brake fluid level is low or the braking system is faulty. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately, as it is dangerous to continue driving, and contact an authorized dealer or service provider.Differs by brand.On BYD
Powertrain fault warning lightDashboard lightsPowertrain fault warning lightTurns on if the powertrain fails, either steady at ignition or during driving. Try not to drive the vehicle and contact an authorized dealer or service provider as soon as possible.On BYD
Seat belt reminder11 meaningsSeat belt reminderWith the ignition on, lights up if an occupant of the front seats (or rear seats, where equipped) has not buckled up, and stays on until the seat belt is fastened.Differs by brand.On BYD
Steering fault (red)4 meaningsSteering fault (red)Steady on when the steering system is faulty: park the vehicle safely and contact an authorized dealer or service provider. Do not hold the steering wheel at full lock for more than five seconds, as temperature protection can make steering heavy.Differs by brand.On BYD
Traction battery fault4 meaningsTraction battery faultComes on at ignition and goes out in a few seconds if the high-voltage battery system works. If it comes on again, stays on, or turns on while driving, the system has a fault; contact an authorized dealer or service provider as soon as possible.Differs by brand.On BYD
Traction battery overheating / fault5 meaningsTraction battery overheating / faultOn means the high-voltage battery temperature is too high and the vehicle must be stopped to cool down. If it flashes, stop the vehicle safely immediately and leave the vehicle as soon as possible.Differs by brand.On BYD
BYD amber and yellow warning lights8
Amber or yellow usually means a fault or a reminder: the car can normally be driven, but have it checked soon.
ABS warning18 meaningsABS warningComes on at ignition and goes out in a few seconds if ABS works. If it stays on, the brakes still work but ABS does not, so wheels can lock under emergency braking or on slippery roads; have it inspected as soon as possible. If the parking brake system fault light is also on, park immediately in a safe place.Differs by brand.On BYD
ACC not available (amber, car and gauge)2 meaningsACC not available (amber, car and gauge)Lights up when there has been a failure in the ACC system and no operation can be performed. Contact an authorized dealer or service provider.Differs by brand.On BYD
Central warning (amber triangle)7 meaningsCentral warning (amber triangle)If this indicator goes on, check the fault prompt or warning shown on the instrument cluster.Differs by brand.On BYD
ESC and traction control (outline car)3 meaningsESC and traction control (outline car)Comes on at ignition and goes out in a few seconds if ESC works. Flashing briefly while driving means ESC is working. Steady on means ESC has failed while ABS and brakes still operate; the vehicle can be unstable in sharp turns. If it stays on together with the ABS and brake warning lights, stop in a safe place and contact a dealer.Differs by brand.On BYD
Headlamp fault warning6 meaningsHeadlamp fault warningWhen this warning light is yellow, the headlight is faulty. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized dealer or service provider.Differs by brand.On BYD
Low tyre pressure (TPMS)18 meaningsLow tyre pressure (TPMS)Comes on at ignition and goes out in a few seconds if the system works. On or flashing with "Please check TPMS" and pressures shown as "---" means the tire pressure system is faulty. Solid on with yellow values means a tire is under-pressure; a yellow temperature value means the tire is too hot. Have it inspected as soon as possible.Differs by brand.On BYD
Power limited (turtle)5 meaningsPower limited (turtle)This warning light comes on when the power of the vehicle is limited. Contact an authorized dealer or service provider in time.Differs by brand.On BYD
Smart key warning lightDashboard lightsSmart key warning lightIf the key is not in the vehicle when START/STOP is pressed, the light comes on for a few seconds with a beep and a "No key detected" message. If it flashes after pressing START/STOP, the key battery is low.On BYD
BYD green indicator lights4
Green usually shows that a system is switched on and working, such as lights, cruise control or a driving mode.
Automatic hold active, A (green)5 meaningsAutomatic hold active, A (green)Solid on when automatic vehicle hold is running: the vehicle is held stationary with the brake lights on. Pressing the accelerator, shifting into Park or applying the EPB returns AVH to standby.Differs by brand.On BYD
HDC indicatorDashboard lightsHDC indicatorSteady on when HDC is enabled with the HDC switch below 38 km/h; flashes while HDC is actively controlling speed between 11 and 38 km/h. HDC stops automatically above about 65 km/h.On BYD
OK indicatorDashboard lightsOK indicatorPress START/STOP with the brake pedal pressed and the smart key on board; the vehicle is ready to drive when the OK indicator lights up on the instrument cluster.On BYD
Turn signal indicator9 meaningsTurn signal indicatorPush the lever up to signal a right turn or pull it down for a left turn; the turn signal and its indicator on the instrument cluster flash.Differs by brand.On BYD
BYD blue indicator lights1
Blue is used for a few indicators, most often the high beam (main beam) headlights.
BYD grey indicator lights1
Grey usually shows a system that is switched on but not active right now.
