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Fuel in engine oil (amber thermometer)Dashboard lightsFuel in engine oil (amber thermometer)Amber thermometer on its own: fuel has mixed into the engine oil. Drive until the engine is fully warm so the fuel can evaporate out of the oil, and keep engine revs low meanwhile.On Audi
Fuel level sensor failure light (amber)Dashboard lightsFuel level sensor failure light (amber)There is a fuel level sensor failure. Take the vehicle to an authorised dealer and have it inspected.On Jeep
Fuel reserve (amber outline pump)2 meaningsFuel reserve (amber outline pump)Lights yellow when the fuel reserve is being used. Refuel soon.Differs by brand.On Volkswagen
Fuel reserve warning lamp with filler flap indicator (amber)Dashboard lightsFuel reserve warning lamp with filler flap indicator (amber)Lights up while the engine is running when the fuel supply has dropped into the reserve range: refuel. If it lights up while driving because of pressure loss in the fuel system, the fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking: close the cap, and if it was already closed correctly, consult a qualified specialist workshop.On Mercedes-Benz
Fuel tank system faultDashboard lightsFuel tank system faultSomething in the fuel tank system has failed, such as the charcoal canister, purge valve, fuel pump or level sensor. First make sure the fuel cap is tight; otherwise a workshop is needed. It looks like the low-fuel light but is not filled in.On Audi
FuseChargers and power adaptersFuseMarks a fuse, for example on a transformer, power supply or device rating plate. The fuse cuts the circuit when too much current flows.On EN 61558
Game (freezer storage chart)RefrigerationGame (freezer storage chart)In the frozen-food storage chart this pictogram stands for game such as venison. Stored in a four-star freezer compartment, it keeps for 4 to 6 months.On Refrigeration
Gas cylinder (GHS04)Chemical hazard pictogramsGas cylinder (GHS04)The container holds gas under pressure: compressed, liquefied, dissolved or refrigerated liquefied gas. It may explode if heated, so protect it from sunlight and keep it in a well-ventilated place. Refrigerated (very cold) gases can also cause cold burns or injury, so wear cold-insulating gloves and eye protection when handling them.On GHS
Gas ignition (star)CookingGas ignition (star)Turn the burner knob to the star and press it in until the flame lights; models with electronic ignition make a spark. On burners with a safety thermocouple keep the knob pressed for a few seconds after the flame appears, or it will go out. Without power, light the gas with a match.On Candy
Gear change indicator (lever with triangle)Dashboard lightsGear change indicator (lever with triangle)Gear change indicator: advises the driver to change to a lower gear.On Renault
Gear change indicator (shift up)Dashboard lightsGear change indicator (shift up)Advises the driver to change to a higher gear.On Renault
Gearbox fault (amber solid gear with !)Dashboard lightsGearbox fault (amber solid gear with !)Lit yellow: the clutch is slipping (take your foot off the clutch pedal), overheated (you may continue) or defective (drive carefully to a workshop). If the DSG gearbox has overheated, do not drive on: select P and let it cool. Do not continue if the light stays on.On Volkswagen
Gearbox warning (amber)2 meaningsGearbox warning (amber)There is a problem with how the transmission works or with its control. Follow any restriction shown in the display and have it diagnosed. A red stop message, heavy slipping, loss of drive or overheating calls for a safe stop. Note any delayed engagement or missing gears.Differs by brand.On Audi
General mandatory action signMandatory signsGeneral mandatory action signThis blue sign means there is something you must do here. On its own it does not say what, so it is accompanied where necessary by another sign or a text panel that states the required action; follow that instruction.On ISO 7010
General prohibition signProhibition signsGeneral prohibition signThis is the plain prohibition sign: a red ring and diagonal bar on white means an action is not allowed. On its own it does not say what is forbidden, so it is used with a text panel that names the prohibited action; read that panel and do not do what it says.On ISO 7010
General warning signWarning signsGeneral warning signThis yellow warning sign means there is a hazard here and you should be careful and take precautions. It is a general sign, so it is usually accompanied by a text panel or another sign that names the danger.On ISO 7010
Glow plug warning10 meaningsGlow plug warningOrange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; have the glow plugs checked.Differs by brand.On BMW
Gradient ahead (green)Dashboard lightsGradient ahead (green)A slope is coming up; the display shows its expected grade as a percentage. Part of Audi's predictive efficiency assist, which uses navigation data, traffic signs and the terrain to help save fuel; it is not active while adaptive cruise control is engaged.On Audi- Green Dot (Der Grüne Punkt)Recycling marksGreen Dot (Der Grüne Punkt)The Green Dot does not mean the packaging is recyclable or will be recycled. It shows that the producer has paid a financial contribution to a national packaging recovery organisation for this packaging. It is widely used across Europe.On Recycling marks
Grill3 meaningsGrillThe grill element at the top of the oven heats strongly from above. Use it for grilling, roast chicken and skewers: food on the wire rack on the top shelf, a tray lower down to catch dripping fat. Keep the door closed and set the thermostat to about 190 °C.Differs by brand.On Candy
Grill with fan3 meaningsGrill with fanThe grill, the upper element and the fan work together, so the hot air spreads the grill heat over the food and browns it all round. Keep the door closed and set the thermostat to about 190 °C.Differs by brand.On Candy
Grill with rotisserie2 meaningsGrill with rotisserieSwitches on the grill element for roasting on the rotating spit.Differs by brand.On Cooking
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
HEAT modeHeating & air conditioningHEAT modeHeats the room with the heat pump, taking heat from the outdoor air. Set temperature range: 10–30 °C (20–24 °C suggested). It takes a while before the room warms up, and heating capacity falls when it is cold outside. When frost builds up on the outdoor unit the system defrosts it, and no warm air comes out during that time; when the set temperature is reached heating stops but the indoor fan keeps running.On ARC466A9
Hand wash programme2 meaningsHand wash programmeFor clothes labelled hand wash only. Ends with three rinses and a slow spin. 30 °C; maximum load 1 kg.Differs by brand.On Candy