Volvo Dashboard Symbols and Meanings

The system for assistance during collision risks is not available or is working but performance is reduced.

Rear fog light on.

A problem has occurred in one of the vehicle’s systems. Read the message in the instrument panel.
The information symbol may also illuminate in combination with other symbols.

The telltale lights when the washer fluid is low

The amber telltale will blink only when the Traction Control System (TCS) mud/snow mode is engaged. At all other times, the TCS system operates in the background without indication. The system does not have an on/off switch.
The TCS only operates at speeds lower than 25 mph (40 km/h). The system detects wheel spin by comparing wheel speeds and controls the spin by using the brake system to transfer power to wheels with greater traction. Under circumstances where all drive wheels are spinning, the system sends a signal to the engine control unit to reduce power.
The TCS includes a TCS mud/snow switch for turning the system off to increase wheel spin. This function may be desirable in deep snow or mud to keep the vehicle from bogging down.

The amber warning signal lights up and a buzzer sounds when the transmission temperature is too high.

The telltale lights up amber when the mirror defrost switch is engaged. Heater temperature is automatically regulated by an internal system in the mirror head.

The telltale lights up amber when the suspension leveling valve is activated. As long as the switch is activated, the suspension is lower than normal and the telltale is on.

The telltale lights up amber if the AntiLock Brake System (ABS) senses a problem under the following conditions:
1. The system will go through its self test when the ignition switch is turned on and the telltale should continue to be on. The light should go out when the vehicle speed reaches over approximately 7 mph (11 km/h). If the telltale stays on at higher speed, there is a problem with the ABS.
2. The ABS telltale lights up during driving. The ABS self test has detected a fault in the system. The vehicle can still be driven with a problem in the ABS. However, the ABS will not be operating and standard air braking is in effect.

The telltale lights up amber if the AntiLock Brake System (ABS) senses a problem under the following conditions:
1. The system will go through its self test when the ignition switch is turned on and the telltale should continue to be on. The light should go out when the vehicle speed reaches over approximately 7 mph (11 km/h). If the telltale stays on at higher speed, there is a problem with the ABS.
2. The ABS telltale lights up during driving. The ABS self test has detected a fault in the system. The vehicle can still be driven with a problem in the ABS. However, the ABS will not be operating and standard air braking is in effect.

This telltale will light up yellow when the pneumatic switches for either the wheel or interaxle differential lock are turned on.
For the interaxle lock, the telltale is activated by the switch. For the wheel lock, a switch in the axle turns the telltale light on only when the lock is actually engaged. It turns the light off only when the lock is actually disengaged.

The yellow INFO telltale lights up to indicate a control system or component malfunction. In some cases, the engine power may be derated. When the telltale comes on, stop at the first safe place where the problem can be checked.
When ignition is switched on, the telltale goes out unless a defect is detected.

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with a Volvo engine, the telltale is on for 3 to 5 seconds after the ignition key switch is turned on.

A fault has occurred in the brake system. Read the message in the instrument panel.

A fault has occurred in the brake system. Read the message in the instrument panel.

This telltale will light up yellow when the pneumatic switches for either the wheel or interaxle differential lock are turned on.
For the interaxle lock, the telltale is activated by the switch. For the wheel lock, a switch in the axle turns the telltale light on only when the lock is actually engaged. It turns the light off only when the lock is actually disengaged.

The system is not functioning properly. The vehicle’s regular brakes will still work, but without the ABS function.

The system is not functioning properly. The vehicle’s regular brakes will still work, but without the ABS function.

Fault in emission control system.
Have the vehicle checked by a workshop. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop.

Fault in emission control system.
Have the vehicle checked by a workshop. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop.

Tire pressure low.
If there is a fault in the tire pressure system, the symbol will first flash for approximately 1 minute and then glow steadily. This may occur if the system cannot detect or alert the driver of low tire pressure as intended.

A fault has occurred in the headlight system. Read the message in the instrument panel.

Lane Keeping Aid is alerting/intervening.

Temporary fault in driveline. Read the message in the instrument panel.

Steady glow: a fault has occurred in the system.
Flashing: the system is working.

Sport mode is selected.

This symbol illuminates during engine preheating. Preheating occurs when the temperature is below -2 °C. The car can be started once the symbol goes out.

When the symbol illuminates the level in the fuel tank is low, refuel as soon as possible.

Low AdBlue level or fault in AdBlue system.

This telltale will light up yellow when the pneumatic switch for the 5th wheel slide lock is turned on. It will stay lit until the switch is turned to the off position again