Ford Dashboard Symbols and Meaning (FULL list, Free Download)

Tim Miller

It can be worrying when a warning light illuminates on your Ford’s dashboard and you’re not sure of exactly what this symbol means and what action you should take.

Luckily for you, I’m here to explain what each warning light indicates. There is also a list of all lights in an image and a PDF E-book for you to Download for FREE.

Scroll down for further details about what’s wrong with your car and what to do to turn off the dashboard light.

Ford Warning Lights/Indicators and Meanings

Click the symbols for details if you want.

Front Airbag Light

Front Airbag Light

Stop Safely Light

Stop Safely Light

Battery Light

Battery Light

Brake System Light

Brake System Light

Engine Coolant Temperature Light

Engine Coolant Temperature Light

Oil Pressure Light

Oil Pressure Light

Adaptive Steering Light

Adaptive Steering Light

Brake System Light

Brake System Light

Hood Ajar Light

Hood Ajar Light

Brake Pad Wear Warning Lamp Light

Brake Pad Wear Warning Lamp Light

Reverse Brake Assist Light

Reverse Brake Assist Light

Door Ajar Light

Door Ajar Light

Electric Parking Brake Light

Electric Parking Brake Light

Fasten Seatbelt Light

Fasten Seatbelt Light

Fasten Rear Seatbelt Light

Fasten Rear Seatbelt Light

Liftgate Ajar Light

Liftgate Ajar Light

Tailgate Ajar Light

Tailgate Ajar Light

Transmisison Light

Transmisison Light

Powertrain Fault Light

Powertrain Fault Light

Stability Control and Traction Control Light

Stability Control and Traction Control Light

Anti-Lock Braking System Light

Anti-Lock Braking System Light

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Light

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Light

Check Fuel Cap Light

Check Fuel Cap Light

Low Beam Warning Light

Low Beam Warning Light

Stability Control and Traction Control OFF Light

Stability Control and Traction Control OFF Light

Hill Start Assist Light

Hill Start Assist Light

Low Washer Fluid Level Light

Low Washer Fluid Level Light

Lane Keeping Aid Indicator Light

Lane Keeping Aid Indicator Light

Water in Fuel Light

Water in Fuel Light

Wait to Start Light

Wait to Start Light

Lane Keeping Alert Indicator Light

Lane Keeping Alert Indicator Light

Low Tire Pressure Light

Low Tire Pressure Light

Four-Wheel Drive Low Light

Four-Wheel Drive Low Light

Automatic Regen Control Off Light

Automatic Regen Control Off Light

High Voltage Battery Light

High Voltage Battery Light

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Light

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Light

Blind Spot Detection OFF Indicator Light

Blind Spot Detection OFF Indicator Light

Electronic Locking Differential Light

Electronic Locking Differential Light

Diesel Engine Brake Light

Diesel Engine Brake Light

Trail Control Light

Trail Control Light

O/D OFF Light

O/D OFF Light

Low Fuel Level Light

Low Fuel Level Light

Blind Spot Information System
Indicator Light

Blind Spot Information System Indicator Light

Cross Traffic Alert Indicator Light

Cross Traffic Alert Indicator Light

Two-Wheel Drive High Light

Two-Wheel Drive High Light

Four-Wheel Drive Auto Light

Four-Wheel Drive Auto Light

Four-Wheel Drive High Light

Four-Wheel Drive High Light

Diesel Engine Brake Light

Diesel Engine Brake Light

Tow Haul Light

Tow Haul Light

Hill Descent Light

Hill Descent Light

Lamps On Light

Lamps On Light

Auto Hold Light

Auto Hold Light

Cruise Control Light

Cruise Control Light

Auto Hold Light

Auto Hold Light

Auto Start-Stop Light

Auto Start-Stop Light

Turn Signal Lamps Light

Turn Signal Lamps Light

BlueCruise Light

BlueCruise Light

Adaptive Cruise Control Light

Adaptive Cruise Control Light

Automatic High Beam Light

Automatic High Beam Light

Auto Hold Active Light

Auto Hold Active Light

Auto Hold Unavailable Light

Auto Hold Unavailable Light

Auto Hold Light

Auto Hold Light

Auto Hold Light

Auto Hold Light

Front Fog Lamp Light

Front Fog Lamp Light

Ready to Drive Light

Ready to Drive Light

Eco Mode Indicator Light

Eco Mode Indicator Light

Efficient Drive Mode Indicator Light

Efficient Drive Mode Indicator Light

Vehicle Plugged In Light

Vehicle Plugged In Light

AUTO EV Light

AUTO EV Light

EV Charge Light

EV Charge Light

Slippery Mode Indicator Light

Slippery Mode Indicator Light

EV Later Light

EV Later Light

EV Now Light

EV Now Light

Mud/Ruts Mode Indicator Light

Mud/Ruts Mode Indicator Light

Auto Start-Stop Light

Auto Start-Stop Light

High Beam Light

High Beam Light

Now you know what your car is trying to tell you and have a better understanding of Ford dashboard lights.

But it can be challenging to remember exactly the name and meaning of each symbol, right?

No problem!

I’ve compiled the full list of Ford warning lights and indicators with their meanings in an image and a PDF E-book for you. 

Don’t hesitate to download them for later use!

Ford Warning Lights and Indicators

FORD WARNING LIGHTS AND INDICATORS

Get access to my full list of these dashboard lights and become a better driver.

Ford Warning Lights And Indicators PDF

What’s Next?

The Ford alerts on your dashboard can assist in keeping you safe while driving, so it’s important to pay attention to them. 

If any of the dashboard lights on your Ford indicate that there is a problem or that service is necessary, it’s better to visit a repair shop as soon as possible.

To avoid a potentially expensive repair, you can buy a diagnostic tool to self-check first.

Click to read my review on the Best Ford Scan Tools to find the best suit for you.

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Information sourced from the owner's manual.