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Airbag system (red figure with oval airbag)Dashboard lightsAirbag system (red figure with oval airbag)Lights up briefly when the vehicle is ready: readiness check of the airbag system and belt tensioners. Stays lit: the airbag system or belt tensioners are malfunctioning; have them checked immediately.On MINI
Airbag warning4 meaningsAirbag warningOrange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the airbags may not deploy properly in an accident. Have the system checked as soon as possible.Differs by brand.On BMW
Airbag warning (seated figure)2 meaningsAirbag warning (seated figure)Lights amber when the ignition is switched on and goes out after a few seconds. If it does not light when the ignition is switched on, or comes on while the engine is running, there is a fault in the system: contact an approved dealer as soon as possible.Differs by brand.On Renault
Airbags (amber seated figure and circle)2 meaningsAirbags (amber seated figure and circle)Lights orange and steady when one of the airbags or seat belt pyrotechnic pretensioners is faulty. Have it checked by a dealer or qualified workshop.Differs by brand.On Peugeot
Airflow rate: AutoHeating & air conditioningAirflow rate: AutoShown when the Fan button is set to Auto: the unit chooses the airflow rate itself. Pressing the Fan button steps through Auto, indoor unit quiet, then five fixed levels from low to high. In DRY mode the airflow rate cannot be changed.On ARC466A9
Alarm (minute minder)2 meaningsAlarm (minute minder)On the electronic timer the bell shows the alarm. Press MODE until it flashes, set up to 23:59 with + and −; it then stays lit. When the time is up it beeps and flashes; press any key to silence it. The alarm only beeps: it does not switch the oven on or off.Differs by brand.On Candy
Alarm off (crossed-out bell)CookingAlarm off (crossed-out bell)On the analogue clock-timer, turn the knob until the crossed-out bell shows in the window to stop the ringing alarm or cancel a timed programme.On Cooking
All-wheel drive fault2 meaningsAll-wheel drive faultThe all-wheel drive has a malfunction. Switch off the engine, wait about 10 minutes and restart. If the light does not go out after a short drive, seek a specialist garage.Differs by brand.On Škoda
Alternating current2 meaningsAlternating currentShows the appliance runs on alternating current, as on the rating plate: 220–240 V~ is single-phase mains, 3N~ (380–415 V 3N~) a three-phase supply with neutral.Differs by brand.On IEC 60417
Anti-freezeHeating & air conditioningAnti-freezeAppears when the set temperature is lowered to 5 °C with the − button. The radiator then stays off and switches on at full power only if the room falls below 5 °C, to stop it freezing. Press + once to return to normal heating.On TRRS
Anti-theft system warning lamp (red)Dashboard lightsAnti-theft system warning lamp (red)If this lamp illuminates, no valid key is detected. Use the correct key, or put the smart key in the alternative starting position.On MG
AntiStainLaundryAntiStainLets you select the type of stain; temperature, drum movement and soaking time are adjusted to suit it.On Bosch
Apple / fruit (freezer storage chart)RefrigerationApple / fruit (freezer storage chart)In the frozen-food storage chart this pictogram stands for fruit such as apples. Stored in a four-star freezer compartment, it keeps for 6 to 8 months.On Refrigeration
Atmospheric pressure limitationMedical device label symbolsAtmospheric pressure limitationGives the lower and upper limits of atmospheric pressure the medical device can safely be exposed to during transport and storage. The limits are printed next to the two strokes.On ISO 15223-1
Audi pre sense collision warning (red)Dashboard lightsAudi pre sense collision warning (red)Audi pre sense has detected a collision hazard. It warns with visual, sound and haptic signals and, if needed, brakes partly or fully; it can also tighten the seat belts, close the windows and sunroof and switch on the hazard lights. React immediately.On Audi
Audi pre sense fault (amber)Dashboard lightsAudi pre sense fault (amber)Audi pre sense has a problem. It may need servicing, or a sensor may simply be dirty, so cleaning the car is a sensible first step. Normal driving is not affected.On Audi
Audi pre sense warningDashboard lightsAudi pre sense warningA collision-assistance function is limited or unavailable. Stay fully attentive and look at the display for the reason. Dirt over a sensor is a different matter from a hardware fault; clean it only where the manual allows. A red collision alert needs an immediate reaction from the driver, and the assistance never takes over the driver's responsibility.On Audi
Audi side assist fault (amber)Dashboard lightsAudi side assist fault (amber)The Audi side assist shows a car inside a mirror. When this light comes on and stays on, the system is not working and will not warn about vehicles next to the car. Restarting the car or cleaning the sensors may clear it; otherwise have a dealer or authorized workshop check it soon.On Audi
Audi side assist unavailable (white)Dashboard lightsAudi side assist unavailable (white)Audi's side assist light points to a fault in the system whatever its colour; in white it can also just mean the system is unavailable. It may come back after a restart or once the sensors are cleaned. If it stays on, vehicles alongside are not detected, so visit a dealer soon.On Audi
Authorised representative in the EU (EC REP)Medical device label symbolsAuthorised representative in the EU (EC REP)The name and address next to this mark are those of the authorised representative in the European Community / European Union, who acts for a manufacturer based outside the EU. The same frame with another code, such as CH REP, names a representative for another jurisdiction.On ISO 15223-1
Authorised representative in the EU (EU REP)Medical device label symbolsAuthorised representative in the EU (EU REP)The name and address next to this mark are those of the manufacturer's authorised representative in the European Union. This EU REP form is given in the 2025 amendment of the standard; older labels show EC REP instead.On ISO 15223-1
Auto Hold active2 meaningsAuto Hold activeGreen: Auto Hold is securing the stationary car against moving. In some cases the parking brake takes over securing the car.Differs by brand.On Škoda
Auto Hold ready2 meaningsAuto Hold readyAuto Hold is activated and prepared to intervene.Differs by brand.On Škoda
Auto Hold switched on (grey AUTO HOLD)Dashboard lightsAuto Hold switched on (grey AUTO HOLD)The lamp on the instrument cluster lights up grey when the Auto Hold function is switched on. The function holds the vehicle at a standstill and prevents it from moving without the brake pedal having to be kept pressed. The lamp of the button remains on while the function is connected. When Auto Hold is active and holding the vehicle, the lamp lights up green.On CUPRA
Auto Lane Change both ways (green)Dashboard lightsAuto Lane Change both ways (green)Auto Lane Change in both directions is available. Appears only while Autosteer is active.On Tesla