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 The car dashboard has many different symbols, most of which are obvious, but we don't know what other symbols mean.

 In this article, we look at what 10 common symbols often used on license plates of all kinds mean.

The meanings of the common symbols on the car dashboard

1- oil box icon

  An old oil canister icon indicates that you are either experiencing low oil or your vehicle's oil pressure system may be experiencing some problems.

 The oil pressure warning light may turn off if the oil is running low. There is also a possibility that the oil pump is not circulating enough oil to properly lubricate the surface inside your engine, or that there is an oil leak.

 You need to go to a mechanic nearby as soon as possible to find out the cause of the low oil pressure.

2- temperature symbol

 If this symbol lights up, your engine is overheating, possibly related to coolant (also called antifreeze).

 The first thing you need to do is turn off the air conditioner in your car and tow the car for a few minutes in a safe, shaded place. Wait until your car has cooled down, then call for roadside assistance.

3- tire pressure symbol

 A tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) measures the tire pressure in a vehicle's wheels. This warning light illuminates when the pressure in your tires is too high or too low.

 The TPMS symbol flashes for about 60-90 seconds when your vehicle is running, and if it stays lit after properly inflating the tires, then something is wrong with the TPMS sensors.

 If this symbol flashes on the dashboard, stop your vehicle immediately and inflate or deflate the tires as soon as possible.

4- drag control icon

 The traction control system determines when your tires lose contact with the road during rain, snow or wind.

 If the traction control light is activated while you are driving, it is because your system is working to keep your wheels in contact with the road. It uses the brakes to help your vehicle regain its power with the help of the anti-lock brake system.

 If the traction control light turns on even in good weather, there could be a serious problem, and you should have your vehicle checked.

4- engine code

 The engine warning light or check engine light comes on for various reasons. This could be because your car's fuel cap is open, loose, or cracked, causing the fuel to evaporate.

 However, sometimes it may indicate a serious problem such as low oil pressure or overheating. In this case, you need to reduce your speed, stop safely, and call the tow truck immediately.

5- Drag control failure code

 The traction control system works in the brake system and uses the same wheel speed sensors to control tire slip during acceleration.

 When the traction control malfunction symbol lights up on your vehicle's dashboard, this indicates that the system in your car has some problem. The sensor may be broken or damaged, or there is another severe malfunction.

6- ABS symbol

 When you brake hard, such as on smooth roads, ABS pulses the brakes to prevent the wheels from locking up when the driver applies force to the brake pedals in an emergency.

 When you start your vehicle, the ABS lights come on, and perform a self-diagnostic check. However, if the ABS light remains on while driving, then something is wrong with the system.

 In this case, it is important to have a mechanical diagnosis as soon as possible.

7- battery icon

 If the battery symbol light appears on your dashboard while driving, there must be something wrong with your vehicle's charging system, or the charging system is not working.

 Possible causes include a problem with the alternator, voltage regulator, loose or damaged cable, bad wiring, damaged cells or panels inside the battery, or there may be some other type of electrical fault.

 The symbol should light up for a few seconds when you start your car, but if it appears while you're driving, you should check the car battery.

8- fuel indicator symbol

 The fuel indicator has only one function - to warn the driver that the car is about to run out of fuel. When the indicator lights up, it means that there is less fuel left in the tank.

 If you ignore the indicator and continue driving for a long distance, you will be interrupted and possibly in an area where there is no filling station nearby.

9- Automatic transmission lock indicator

 This symbol on the dashboard indicates that the vehicle's transmission lock is released in an automatic transmission. It basically indicates that you should apply the brakes while changing gears or while starting the car.

 The transmission lock will lock your vehicle or in neutral until the brakes are applied. The automatic transmission lock code may vary from car to car, but it will almost certainly have a footprint, boot, shoe on the pedal or something like that.

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