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CRUISE text (green)Dashboard lightsCRUISE text (green)Cruise control is engaged and holding the set speed.On Audi
Car will not drive off automatically (green)Dashboard lightsCar will not drive off automatically (green)Normally, with adaptive cruise assist in stop-and-go traffic, the car starts moving on its own when the vehicle ahead pulls away. This light means it will not: re-engage the system by pulling the left-hand stalk towards you. Holding the wheel lengthens the period during which the car remains ready to pull away.On Audi
Central warning (amber triangle)7 meaningsCentral warning (amber triangle)The amber triangle is Škoda's central warning. It lights alone or with another amber light to indicate a warning, and a cluster message explains the cause. Follow the instruction for the accompanying light.Differs by brand.On Škoda
Central warning (red triangle)9 meaningsCentral warning (red triangle)Draws attention to an urgent message shown with it; on its own it does not identify a component. Read the full message or second symbol in the driver display straight away and follow its instruction.Differs by brand.On Audi
Charging / battery warning21 meaningsCharging / battery warningOrange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the battery is not being charged properly. Have the charging system checked by a workshop soon.Differs by brand.On BMW
Charging cable connected4 meaningsCharging cable connectedOn the electric 208, this red light stays on with the ignition on while the charging cable is plugged into the car's socket. If a message also appears, the car cannot be started: unplug the cable and close the charging flap.Differs by brand.On Peugeot
Check engine light (amber)Dashboard lightsCheck engine light (amber)If it comes on while driving, the vehicle may have a problem with the engine electrical system or emission control system (or, on petrol models, very low fuel). Note the driving conditions and consult an expert repairer. If it stays on or flashes, do not drive at high speeds. Do not disconnect the battery while it is on.On Mazda
Check fuel capDashboard lightsCheck fuel capThe fuel cap is not closed properly. Stop somewhere safe and tighten it until it clicks; a loose cap lets air into the fuel system and the engine warning may come on next. If tightening does not help, check the cap seal or see a workshop.On Audi
Check fuel cap (text)Dashboard lightsCheck fuel cap (text)The fuel cap may be loose. Stop somewhere safe and tighten it until it clicks at least once; ignoring it can bring on the engine warning. If the cap seal is cracked, replace the cap, and if the light persists, see a workshop.On Audi
Check owner's handbookDashboard lightsCheck owner's handbookOrange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; look up the accompanying message in the owner's handbook to find out how serious it is.On BMW
Child safety lock fault (white)Dashboard lightsChild safety lock fault (white)Shows a problem with the electric child safety lock, which disables the rear inside door handles and rear window switches. If the car has a child lock button on the driver's door, press it again; if the warning stays on, have the system serviced soon.On Audi
Child safety lock fault (white, child in circle)Dashboard lightsChild safety lock fault (white, child in circle)Shows a problem with the electric child safety lock, which disables the rear inside door handles and rear window switches. If the car has a child lock button on the driver's door, press it again; if the warning stays on, have the system serviced soon.On Audi
Climate preconditioning unavailable (white)Dashboard lightsClimate preconditioning unavailable (white)Climate preconditioning lets the cabin be heated or cooled ahead of a trip, started from a phone app at once or by timer. On a combustion-engined car this symbol means the function cannot heat the cabin, because that needs the vehicle running, or that it is unavailable because of a fault.On Audi
Cold battery (solid blue snowflake)Dashboard lightsCold battery (solid blue snowflake)A blue snowflake appears when some of the energy stored in the Battery may not be available because of cold conditions; charging rates may also be limited. The Battery can be heated by turning on climate controls with the mobile app. The snowflake disappears once the Battery is warm enough.On Tesla
Collision Risk Alert / Active Safety Brake2 meaningsCollision Risk Alert / Active Safety BrakeOrange. Steady with a message: the system has been switched off on the touch screen. Flashing: the system is briefly braking the car to reduce the collision speed. Steady with a message and chime, or with the Service light: the system has a fault; have it checked by a dealer or qualified workshop.Differs by brand.On Peugeot
Collision risk system issue (amber triangle and cars)Dashboard lightsCollision risk system issue (amber triangle and cars)The amber symbol means the collision risk system is unavailable or is working with reduced performance.On Volvo
Collision risk warning (red car)Dashboard lightsCollision risk warning (red car)The red car symbol warns of a risk of collision with a vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist or large animal.On Volvo
Combustion engine only (white)Dashboard lightsCombustion engine only (white)The hybrid vehicle is being driven by the internal combustion engine alone.On Audi
Comfort driving modeDashboard lightsComfort driving modeComfort driving mode is selected, suited to roads with poorer surfaces or long motorway journeys. On cars with driving mode selection.On Škoda
Comfort driving profile (white curved road)Dashboard lightsComfort driving profile (white curved road)Shown when the Comfort driving profile has been selected with the driving profile selector.On Volkswagen
Congestion assist (amber)Dashboard lightsCongestion assist (amber)The traffic jam assist works together with adaptive cruise control. Its symbol turns from green to amber as heavy traffic builds up ahead; if the driver does not take over as the congestion gets closer, it turns red.On Audi
Coolant temperature (blue)2 meaningsCoolant temperature (blue)When the thermometer-in-water symbol is lit blue or green, the coolant temperature is in order. No action is needed.Differs by brand.On BMW
Coolant temperature warning (red)14 meaningsCoolant temperature warning (red)When the thermometer-in-water symbol turns orange or red, the engine is in danger of overheating, which can cause severe engine damage. Stop safely and have the cooling system checked before driving on.Differs by brand.On BMW
Critical system failure message icon (red)Dashboard lightsCritical system failure message icon (red)Shown with messages that a critical system failure has been detected, that steering assist is reduced, or that brake performance is reduced. In each case, stop driving when it is safe to do so.On Honda
Cruise control (green dial with marker)Dashboard lightsCruise control (green dial with marker)The system is switched on and maintains the speed that has been set.On MINI