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Drowsiness monitor limited or unavailable (amber coffee cup)Dashboard lightsDrowsiness monitor limited or unavailable (amber coffee cup)An audio signal sounds and a yellow control light appears with a text message: the availability of the drowsiness monitor is restricted. If it is not available, the yellow lamp appears together with the yellow centre lamp. Cause is a fault or malfunction: deactivate and reactivate the vehicle drive system. If the problem persists, visit a qualified workshop.On CUPRA
Drowsiness monitor warning level 1 (white coffee cup)Dashboard lightsDrowsiness monitor warning level 1 (white coffee cup)Level 1: the system has detected that the driver is becoming tired. An audible signal sounds and a white control lamp and a text message are shown on the instrument cluster; consider taking a break. The white lamp and a message also appear when the driver has been driving for 4.5 hours without a break and without any recognised fatigue.On CUPRA
Drowsiness monitor warning level 2 and 3 (red coffee cup)Dashboard lightsDrowsiness monitor warning level 2 and 3 (red coffee cup)Level 2: the system has detected that the driver is becoming increasingly tired. An audible signal sounds and a red warning lamp and a text message are shown on the instrument cluster; consider taking a break soon. Level 3: serious risk identified; an audible signal sounds and a red warning lamp and message are shown. Stop driving as soon as possible and go urgently to the nearest place where you can take a break.On CUPRA
Drowsy driver system fault light (amber)Dashboard lightsDrowsy driver system fault light (amber)The Drowsy Driver Detected system is not operating correctly and requires service. See an authorised dealer.On Jeep
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)3 meaningsDynamic Stability Control (DSC)Orange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the car-on-a-swerving-road symbol means Dynamic Stability Control is working hard to keep traction. Drive carefully.Differs by brand.On BMW
Dynamic steering adjusting (white)Dashboard lightsDynamic steering adjusting (white)Dynamic steering is adjusting the position of the steering wheel or resetting itself, so the wheel may move slightly after the engine starts. This can be needed if the wheel was turned while the engine was off; the light goes out when it is finished.On Audi
E-Sound off warning lightDashboard lightsE-Sound off warning lightE-Sound is switched off. When driving on electric power other road users may not notice the vehicle's sound, so drive with extreme care. Have the fault repaired immediately at a Porsche dealer.On Porsche
ECO drive mode indicator (boxed ECO)Dashboard lightsECO drive mode indicator (boxed ECO)The drive mode indicator shows which drive mode you have selected; this one appears when ECO mode is selected.On Kia
ECO mode (text)Dashboard lightsECO mode (text)Lights green when ECO mode is activated.On Renault
EPC warning2 meaningsEPC warningThe Electronic Power Control system has found a problem that affects how engine power is controlled, or with one of its inputs. The cause may be the throttle, but wiring, voltage, brake signals or an engine fault are also possible. Watch how the car behaves and have it scanned; stop safely if the engine misfires badly, stalls or loses power unsafely.Differs by brand.On Audi
ESC / TCS (amber solid car with skid marks)6 meaningsESC / TCS (amber solid car with skid marks)Flashing yellow: the stability control (ESC) or traction control (TCS) is intervening. Lit continuously: ESC fault; if it stays on, go to a workshop. If it lights together with the brake warning light, ABS control may have failed too.Differs by brand.On Volkswagen
ESC / TCS off (amber solid car, OFF)7 meaningsESC / TCS off (amber solid car, OFF)Lit yellow when traction control is switched off, ESC Sport is on, or ESC has been switched off for system reasons. With ESC off or in ESC Sport the car can break away more easily; these modes are meant only for closed roads and experienced drivers.Differs by brand.On Volkswagen
ESC OFF text (amber)Dashboard lightsESC OFF text (amber)The electronic stability control is off. The car drives normally but without its stability help. The system may also be switched off automatically when the engine warning light is on.On Audi
ESC and traction control (outline car)3 meaningsESC and traction control (outline car)Lights amber when the ignition is switched on and goes out after a few seconds. It can come on for several reasons. If it comes on together with the ABS warning light and a 'Check ESC' message, ABS, ESC and emergency brake assist are deactivated, but braking is still provided.Differs by brand.On Renault
ESC and traction control unavailable (outline car, OFF)Dashboard lightsESC and traction control unavailable (outline car, OFF)Lights amber to show that the electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control are not available.On Renault
ESC switched off2 meaningsESC switched offElectronic stability control is switched off or running in a restricted mode. After a deliberate setting change this is not a fault; switch back to the normal setting when conditions allow. If the system will not switch back on or a fault message appears, have it diagnosed and drive allowing for the reduced assistance.Differs by brand.On Audi
ESP indicatorDashboard lightsESP indicatorFlashing: the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is operating. Staying on: the ESP system is malfunctioning; have it inspected by an authorised service centre as soon as possible.On Omoda / Jaecoo
EV charging fault (red)Dashboard lightsEV charging fault (red)Relates to charging the high-voltage battery: depending on the car it shows that the car is plugged in or that there is a charging fault. If it flashes, check the cable is properly connected.On Audi
EV charging problem (amber)Dashboard lightsEV charging problem (amber)There is a problem with charging, from a badly connected cable to a fault in the charger. Check the connection; if it keeps happening, have it checked.On Audi
EV mode not available (crossed out)Dashboard lightsEV mode not available (crossed out)Electric-only driving cannot be selected because the required conditions are not met. It can also mean the destination set in navigation is beyond the range of the hybrid battery.On Audi
EV mode on (green)Dashboard lightsEV mode on (green)On a hybrid, the car is running in electric (EV) mode. Whether EV mode can be used depends on things like the battery charge, outside temperature and speed; when it is not available the symbol is shown in grey instead.On Audi
EV mode unavailable (white)Dashboard lightsEV mode unavailable (white)Shown in white or grey, the EV mode light means electric-only driving is not available right now. Whether it can be used depends on things like battery charge, outside temperature and speed. In green, EV mode is on.On Audi
Eco driving modeDashboard lightsEco driving modeEco driving mode is selected, suited to a relaxed driving style and helps save fuel. On cars with driving mode selection.On Škoda
Eco driving profile (white road and trees)Dashboard lightsEco driving profile (white road and trees)Shown when the Eco driving profile has been selected with the driving profile selector.On Volkswagen
Economical mode (white eco)Dashboard lightsEconomical mode (white eco)Shown while driving when the car is running in an economical mode, such as with Active Cylinder Management switching cylinders off.On Volkswagen