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DSC/TCS warning lamp (front-view car)Dashboard lightsDSC/TCS warning lamp (front-view car)If this lamp illuminates, the dynamic stability control system/traction control system has failed. If this lamp flashes while driving, the system is operating to assist the driver.On MG
DTC text (amber)Dashboard lightsDTC text (amber)Amber DTC light: the dynamic traction control has been switched off, or, if you did not switch it off, it has a fault. Have it serviced soon. It may also come on when the engine warning light is lit.On Audi
Daytime running light indicatorDashboard lightsDaytime running light indicatorThe daytime running light indicator comes on when the engine is started, showing that the daytime running lights are on.On Omoda / Jaecoo
Daytime running lights / sidelights light (green)Dashboard lightsDaytime running lights / sidelights light (green)Lit steadily: the daytime running lights are on when light is adequate, or the sidelights are on when light is poor.On Citroën
Daytime running lights indicatorDashboard lightsDaytime running lights indicatorGreen or blue: shows a system that is switched on and working normally. This one confirms that the daytime running lights are working.On BMW
Deep discharge of the high-voltage battery (red charging station)Dashboard lightsDeep discharge of the high-voltage battery (red charging station)The lamp lights up red and a message is displayed. The high-voltage battery can be damaged if, for example, the vehicle is not used for a long time. Charge the high-voltage battery immediately.On CUPRA
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning3 meaningsDiesel particulate filter (DPF) warningOrange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the diesel particulate filter (DPF) needs attention. Have it serviced.Differs by brand.On BMW
Diesel particulate filter indicator light (amber)Dashboard lightsDiesel particulate filter indicator light (amber)On: soot cannot be cleared automatically. Once warm (coolant 80 °C or more), drive at 20 km/h or more for about 15 to 20 minutes. Flashing: have the vehicle inspected immediately; engine output is restricted to protect the filter. Short trips, idling or driving at 15 km/h or less make it likelier.On Mazda
Dipped headlights indicator5 meaningsDipped headlights indicatorShows that dipped-beam headlights are on, on displays that have this light. Daytime running lights, side lights and dipped beam are different things, so check the light switch when visibility drops; a bright dashboard does not prove the rear lights are on.Differs by brand.On Audi
Direction indicators (green outline arrows)4 meaningsDirection indicators (green outline arrows)Flashes green, with a ticking sound, while the direction indicators are on.Differs by brand.On Peugeot
Distance warning (amber)Dashboard lightsDistance warning (amber)Warns that the gap to the vehicle ahead is shrinking, or that the distance warning system has a fault, often because of weather or a dirty sensor. Drive with extra care.On Audi
Distance warning (red)Dashboard lightsDistance warning (red)A vehicle or obstacle ahead is too close or being approached too quickly. Brake and increase the gap. On some cars the light turns from amber to red as the gap becomes too small. The exclamation mark can also point to a fault in the distance warning system, often caused by weather or a dirty sensor; drive with extra care.On Audi
Distance warning lamp (red, car in triangle)Dashboard lightsDistance warning lamp (red, car in triangle)The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion: the distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected. An additional warning tone means you are approaching an obstacle at too high a speed. Be prepared to brake immediately and increase the distance.On Mercedes-Benz
Door openDashboard lightsDoor openA door is open or not properly latched. Close it as soon as you can. Something caught in the door jamb can hold a door slightly open and keep the light on.On Audi
Door open (red)Dashboard lightsDoor open (red)Lights red when a door or the tailgate is open.On Opel
Door open warning light (top view, four doors, red)Dashboard lightsDoor open warning light (top view, four doors, red)Comes on when a door is ajar or open and not fully closed. If the vehicle is moving there will also be a single chime.On Jeep
Door open warning light (white)Dashboard lightsDoor open warning light (white)Lit steadily with a message: a door or the tailgate is not properly closed, at speeds below 10 km/h. Above 10 km/h a beep sounds as well.On Citroën
Door or trunk open (top view with seats, red)Dashboard lightsDoor or trunk open (top view with seats, red)Lights red when a door, the rear trunk or the front trunk is open.On Tesla
Door status (car from above)Dashboard lightsDoor status (car from above)Door status warning light: lights red to show the status of the doors and openings.On Renault
Door(s) open (outline car)Dashboard lightsDoor(s) open (outline car)Lights red and steady, with a message naming the opening, when a door or the tailgate is not properly closed. Below 6 mph (10 km/h) it shows silently; above that speed a chime sounds as well.On Peugeot
Doors locked (white)Dashboard lightsDoors locked (white)The doors are locked and cannot be opened normally. In an emergency they can still be opened by pulling the door handle hard past its usual opening point at least twice.On Audi
Drive power / powertrain warningDashboard lightsDrive power / powertrain warningOrange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; there is a problem with the powertrain that needs immediate attention. Stop safely and get help.On BMW
Driver Attention Alert (DAA) warning lampDashboard lightsDriver Attention Alert (DAA) warning lampComes on when the power is switched ON and goes off after a few seconds, showing that DAA is operational. If it lights while the plug-in hybrid EV system is running, the Driver Attention Alert may not be functioning properly.On Mitsubishi
Driver Attention Warning (amber eye)2 meaningsDriver Attention Warning (amber eye)Orange. Steady: the camera-based driver attention warning is switched off. Steady with a message and chime: the system has a fault; have it checked by a dealer or qualified workshop. Steady with a sensor-blind message: the sensor is obscured; stop when it is safe and clean the front camera.Differs by brand.On Peugeot
Driver Monitoring System (DMS) OFF indicator lampDashboard lightsDriver Monitoring System (DMS) OFF indicator lampComes on at power ON and goes off after starting. Lit when the Driver Monitoring System has been turned off. If it is lit while DMS is switched on, the system may be unavailable.On Mitsubishi