Toyota C-HR Dashboard Gauges – What Each One Means. All the lights on the Toyota C-HR – meaning and warning signals.

Toyota C-HR1 (1st generation) cars from 2016 to 2025 model year use a single instrument panel that informs or warns the driver with visual graphic indicators. Their deciphering is presented in the table below.

Indication	How does it notify?	Transcript
	A red or, less commonly, yellow exclamation mark with text next to it is constantly lit.	A warning signal to attract the driver’s attention in the event of a dangerous emergency (sudden drop in oil pressure, electrical fault, open door, etc.), usually accompanied by explanatory text information.
	A red exclamation mark or the letter P in a red circle or the inscription BRAKE is constantly lit.	The handbrake is on or the brake fluid level is low or the brake pads are worn out or there are other problems in the brake system.
	The thermometer icon in the liquid lights up or flashes red or blue.	Increased (red) or decreased (blue) temperature of the engine cooling system. If the indicator flashes, this indicates a malfunction in the electrics of the cooling system.
	The watering can icon, oiler with grease, yellow Oil Level inscription with additional inscriptions: Min, Sensor, is constantly lit in red or yellow.	The pressure drop in the engine lubrication system is below the permissible value, or the oil level is below the permissible value and needs to be topped up, or the engine oil level drop sensor is faulty.
	The battery light is constantly red.	Voltage drop in the vehicle’s on-board network or lack of battery charge or other malfunctions in the power supply system or a malfunction in the high-voltage circuit of the main battery.
	A red car with open front or rear doors.	The door or doors indicated on the indicator are not closed or not tightly closed in the vehicle.
	The fuel hydrant icon is constantly lit yellow or red.	There is a minimum supply of fuel left (this supply is usually enough for 100 km) or the fuel has completely run out.
	Shows the windshield in yellow with a dotted fountain stream in different directions.	The windshield washer fluid is running low, only a minimal amount remains.
	The red crossed-out passenger light is constantly on, the indication may be accompanied by increasing signals.	The driver or front passenger seat belt is not fastened.
	The red passenger icon with a ball in front of it lights up, and the red SRS and AirBag inscription may appear.	Malfunction of one or more airbags of the passive restraint system installed for front or rear passengers.
	A yellow man next to a crossed out circle or a yellow sign that says Side Airbag Off.	The front passenger airbag is deactivated in the car.
	The yellow RSCA sign is lit.	The Roll Sensing Curtain Airbags (RSCA) system, which deploys when the vehicle rolls over, is disabled.
	The yellow PCS sign is on.	Malfunction of the vehicle’s Pre Collision or Crash System (PCS).
	A red or yellow exclamation mark in a round gear or star lights up.	The gearbox is faulty or overheated, or one of the transmission components has failed.
	The thermometer in the round gear is lit red or the inscription A/T OIL TEMP is red or yellow.	The permissible oil temperature in the gearbox has been exceeded; further driving is highly discouraged until it has cooled down.
	The red or yellow wrench light is constantly on or goes out after a while, or the car on the lift or the car with the SERVICE sign or the yellow MAINT REQD sign is on.	The time has come or is just approaching for the vehicle to undergo maintenance (TO); the icon is reset after scheduled maintenance by a specialized center.
	The letters AT are on or flashing yellow.	Electrical faults in the automatic transmission, continuing driving is not recommended.
	The steering wheel icon is red and there is a red exclamation mark next to it.	Malfunction in the hydraulic-electric power steering, there may be problems with turning the steering wheel, the steering wheel is tight.
	The red circle with water is on or flashing.	Low brake fluid level, top up to recommended level.
	Yellow lightning in a circle.	Electric parking brake malfunction.
	Yellow inscription ABS in a circle or Antilock inscription	There is a malfunction in the anti-lock braking system (ABS) or this system is completely disabled.
	A yellow circle with dotted lines on the sides is lit.	The brake pads are worn to the limit.
	An exclamation mark is lit in an oval (section of the tire contour).	The air pressure in one or more tires has dropped by more than 25% from the permissible value.
	Yellow exclamation mark in a circle.	Malfunction in the brake caliper distribution system or the sensor responsible for its operation.
	The boot is glowing yellow, the foot is in a circle.	It usually lights up when the ignition is on and indicates that the brake must be pressed to unlock the gearbox.
	The green light is constantly on	External lighting devices and headlights are on.
	The green light with an exclamation mark is on.	One or more external lighting sources, headlights are faulty or switched off, or a bulb in one or more headlights has burned out.
	The yellow light with a line through it is on.	The low or high beam bulb in the headlight has burned out; if the bulb is intact, then the cause must be sought in the wiring or fuses.
	The blue light bulb or headlight icon is constantly on.	The high beam headlights are on and working normally.
	The green headlight icon with the letter A or the word AUTO is constantly on or flashing.	The normal operation of the automatic switching system between low and high beam headlights is enabled.
	Yellow headlight icon with slanted beam with arrows and exclamation mark.	A malfunction has been detected in the automatic headlight beam angle adjustment system.
	The green DRL inscription or the green headlight icon with a beam of light in the form of dots is constantly on.	The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) system is active and operating normally.
	The yellow AFS OFF sign or the yellow headlight icon, facing upwards with an arrow pointing in different directions, is constantly on or blinking.	The adaptive headlight system (Adaptive Front-lighting System – AFS) is completely disabled or a malfunction in one of the headlights is detected.
	A yellow icon in the form of a car with its taillights on.	Indicates problems detected in the operation of one or more brake light or tail light bulbs. If the bulbs are in good condition, the appearance of the indicator warns of damaged wiring or a broken fuse.
	Green headlights icon in different directions	The side lights are on and working properly.
	Green headlight icon with a wavy line.	The fog lights are on and working properly.
	Yellow headlight icon with a wavy line.	The rear fog lights are on and working properly.
	The yellow painted headlight is separated from the outline or the headlight symbol is shining into the tunnel.	The rain and light sensor is faulty or disabled in the system.
	The yellow engine icon (injector icon) with the word check or lightning inside or the word service check engine or the word EPC is constantly on or goes out after a while.	When the engine is running, it informs about the presence of errors in the engine system or malfunction of its electronic systems. It may be accompanied by the shutdown of some of the car’s systems until the malfunction is eliminated. To determine the exact problem in the car, self-diagnostics are launched if such is provided by the on-board system or computer diagnostics are performed at the service center. The EPC (Electronic Power Control) system, when detecting a malfunction in the engine, can forcibly reduce the fuel supply.
	The yellow engine and injector icon with a downward arrow is constantly on.	Engine power drops for some reason, a simple engine restart sometimes solves the problem.
	A yellow car with a wrench in the center is lit up.	Malfunctions in the engine or transmission electronics, or a malfunction of the immobilizer or injection system.
	The ENG A-STOP sign lights up in green or yellow, or the STARTER SYSTEM sign lights up in yellow, or a yellow exclamation mark in a circle with an arrow or the letter A in a circle with an arrow.	Messages from the start-stop system. If the indicator or inscription is green, the system is stable and simply reports its normal operation. If the indicator or inscription is yellow or any other color, the system notifies of some kind of malfunction.
	The OIL CHANGE sign lights up yellow.	A reminder about the need for a scheduled oil change.
	A yellow stripe with balls, dots and downward arrows crossing them.	The engine intake air filter is dirty and needs to be replaced.
	Green triangle with the Greek letter lambda or yellow icon with exhaust gases coming out.	The indicator may appear for a while and go out after poor fueling. The system registers misfires of the mixture, as a result of which the content of harmful substances in the exhaust gases increases. The oxygen sensor (lambda probe) is faulty or dirty, or there is a malfunction in the exhaust gas cleaning system, or the emission level is too high, or other problems with the injection system.
	Yellow tank with heat waves evaporating from the top.	A malfunction or overheating of the catalytic converter may be accompanied by a drop in engine power. Such overheating may occur not only due to poor cell throughput, but also if problems arise in the ignition system. When the catalyst fails, a burning light will be accompanied by high fuel consumption.
	Yellow machine icon with unscrewed cap or yellow CHECK GAS CAP sign.	The fuel tank cap is not closed properly or is missing altogether, or there are other problems with the tightness of the fuel tank in the area of ​​the filler neck.
	A yellow empty tank with liquid at the bottom with an arrow pointing down or without an arrow, or a yellow radiator icon with a fan is lit.	The coolant (antifreeze) level in the engine cooling system is low, it is necessary to eliminate the leak or the cause of the loss of antifreeze from the system and top up the liquid to the normal level. The indicator does not always light up precisely when the level is low, perhaps there is just a glitch in the sensor or float in the expansion tank.
	Yellow lightning with quotation marks on the sides.	Electronic throttle control (ETC) malfunction.
	The yellow EML sign is constantly on.	The Electronic Engine Management (EML) system reports a problem, and when braking, it may be necessary to apply more force to the brake pedal and its travel may be increased. The EML indicator light indicates an error in the throttle control. The system must be diagnosed and the problem eliminated.
	The yellow BSM sign or the BSM OFF sign or the radar car icon on the side is on.	The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system for monitoring areas around the vehicle that are invisible to the driver is faulty or disabled.
	The green TRAC or ACTIVE TRAC inscription lights up temporarily or stays on, or the yellow DTC, TRAC OFF, TSC OFF, VSA TRAC inscription lights up.	One of these indicators indicates the status and operation of the traction control system. If the icon is green (Trac or Active Trac), then the unit is working, if yellow or orange, then malfunctions in the system have been detected. It should be noted that DTC and TCS are related to the functioning of the brake and fuel supply systems. If any of these systems does not work, then these indicators will also light up on the display.
	The yellow ESP BAS light comes on intermittently or constantly.	These are the indicators of the stabilization system (Electronic Stability Program – ESP) and emergency braking assistance (Brake Assist System – BAS), which are interconnected; such an indication reports a malfunction in one of them.
	The yellow KDSS sign is constantly on.	Malfunction in the Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS).
	A green icon of a car moving up or down a slope.	Hill Descent Control or Hill Start Assist indicates that the cruise control or hill start assist system is engaged and other maneuvers at an incline are in progress.
	The yellow vehicle skidding icon lights up for a while and then goes out, just like on the slippery road sign.	The indicator shows that the car was sliding and the stabilization system helped the car with such movement.
	Yellow vehicle slip symbol as on the slippery road sign crossed out or with the inscription OFF or in a yellow triangle or yellow inscription ASC, DSC, DSTC, ESC, IVD, PCS, VDC, VDCS, VSA, VSC with additional text OFF.	A message about some malfunction in the stabilization system or it is completely disabled, the indication text depends on the name and abbreviation of the system, the car continues to be controlled normally and you can drive, but without the help of electronics.
	A yellow exclamation mark in a triangle surrounded by an arrow lights up temporarily.	This indicator indicates the normal operation of the Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) differential and the Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) system.
	Yellow picture in the form of a wheel with arrows or yellow inscription BAS ASR.	Malfunction in the emergency brake assist system.
	The yellow IBA OFF sign is constantly on.	The intelligent emergency braking assistance system is disabled or faulty, or the system’s laser sensors are dirty.
	CMBS is on yellow	The collision warning system, which uses radar to monitor the area in front of the car and is capable of applying emergency braking without the driver’s intervention if necessary, is switched off or faulty (radar sensors may be dirty), or the adaptive cruise control (ACC) control unit has detected some kind of fault in the system.
	The PS icon is lit in red.	On models with electric steering rack, indicates problems with the electric power steering (Power Steering). It is necessary to localize the problem by diagnostics.
	The inscription 4WAS is lit in yellow.	When the engine is running, it reports a malfunction in the vehicle’s active steering system.
	The RAS inscription is lit in yellow.	There is a fault in the rear active steering system or the Rear Active Steer system is disabled or there are problems in the brake system, suspension or one of the engine systems.
	The green sign 2nd STRT is on.	Indicates that the high-gear starting function is enabled, usually activated on vehicles with automatic transmission for driving on slippery road surfaces.
	The yellow CVT sign lights up and goes out.	On models equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), its appearance indicates normal operation of the transmission unit, usually lights up for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on.
	The red VGRS inscription is flashing.	The VGRS icon indicates a malfunction recorded in the operation of the power steering system with a gear ratio. It may appear when the battery is discharged or there are other problems with it. To remove the error after changing the battery and eliminating other problems, it is recommended to drive in a straight line at an average speed of 50 km / h.
	The battery with the key is constantly lit yellow.	The system reports that the battery in the ignition key requires replacement or charging.
	The key icon is green, red or yellow and may have an exclamation mark on the key.	The absence or presence of an electronic chip key in the car and, depending on the color and accompanying inscriptions, the system reports that the key has been found or not or there are problems with the functioning of the chip key system.
	A yellow snowflake is lit or flashing, or the inscription SNOW.	The Snow Mode is enabled, which supports higher gears when driving and starting off, the system may increase fuel consumption.
	A picture of a coffee cup and saucer lights up or flashes with sound.	The system has detected prolonged driving without stopping, the driver is advised to stop and take a break from driving, which may be supplemented by an explanatory text message on the display.
	The green Cruise or SET ACC sign lights up, or the green speedometer with an arrow lights up.	One of these indicators indicates the activation of the adaptive cruise control system. This option is designed to ensure the optimal speed of the car, taking into account the location of obstacles, other vehicles and the nature of the terrain. If one of the indicators blinks, this indicates that the system is not working or is malfunctioning.
	A yellow car with a speedometer and an exclamation mark is on or flashing.	Cruise control is faulty or disabled.
	Circle with green inscription HOLD or AUTO H.	The brake system (Brake Hold) is activated; to disable it, you must press the gas pedal.
	The yellow HEIGHT HIGH sign is on.	On models with air suspension, a similar indicator shows the height of the body above the road, HEIGHT HIGH is the highest position.
	The yellow CK SUSP sign is on.	The indicator informs about the need to carry out diagnostics of the chassis.
	Yellow trailer or green TOW light on	Tow Mode is enabled.
	Yellow gearbox symbol with the word AUTO	Appears when the level of transmission fluid is low or the pressure is low, the gearbox is overheated or one of the sensors is faulty. Such problems lead to the activation of the emergency mode, as a result of which the car moves in one gear at minimum speed with low engine speed.
	The clogged arrow through the dotted line in the circle is lit yellow.	The air filter needs to be replaced.
	Yellow wavy arrows in a square are burning.	The indicator indicates that the rear window heating system is on.
	Green or yellow P button with triangle lights or flashes with sound.	Parking assistance system if green – the system is activated and in use; if yellow – there is a malfunction or the system sensors are dirty.
	Yellow flashing LDW or LDP or LKA sign or a car crossing the traffic lane with an exclamation mark and a sound signal.	Lane Departure Warning Indicator (LDW, Lane Departure Prevention – LDP, or Lane Keeping Assist – LKA). A yellow flashing light warns that the vehicle is drifting out of its lane to the right or left or that the system is malfunctioning. Green – the system is activated.
	Green indicator tree or green inscription ECO MODE.	The fuel-saving driving mode is on or the driver is driving the vehicle in fuel-saving mode.
	The car icon in a red or green triangle flashes with sound.	The system notifies you of a dangerous reduction in the distance to the vehicle in front or the appearance of an obstacle on the route.
	Yellow icon with two cars and a star with Off.	Malfunction or deactivation of the crash safety system.
	Yellow car icon with arrow on the side with sound.	The risk of collision at the rear of the vehicle appears.
	Yellow spiral, lights up and goes out when the ignition key is first turned.	On diesel models, it indicates that the glow plugs are activated. It is necessary to understand when it is necessary to start the engine, i.e. after the indicator goes out.
	The yellow exhaust pipe with round dots is on	On diesel models, this indicates a malfunction of the particulate filter, which requires replacement or removal of the filter.
	Yellow picture of gas flow with water or drops on it.	On diesel models, it indicates a lack of fluid in the exhaust system, which is necessary for the catalytic reaction that cleans the exhaust gases.
	Yellow icon of exhaust gas flow coming from the pipe.	On diesel models, indicates a malfunction in the exhaust gas cleaning system or the emission level is too high.
	The gas hydrant icon with water drops is constantly lit yellow.	On models with a diesel engine, it indicates the presence of water in the filled fuel or the system has detected condensation in the fuel tank or the need for servicing the fuel cleaning system in the car.
	Red badge with the word EDC.	On diesel models, it indicates a problem with the electronic fuel injection control system. The engine may run intermittently, stop periodically, or not start. The malfunction may be due to clogging of the fuel filter device, injectors, or valve on the fuel pump.
	The yellow T-BELT sign lights up and disappears after the engine starts.	On models with a diesel engine, it appears when the timing belt needs to be replaced.
	A red battery with the inscription MAIN or an electric motor with an exclamation mark is lit.	On hybrid models, indicates a fault in the high voltage circuit or main battery.
	The electric motor with lightning is lit red.	On hybrid models, indicates a low high-voltage battery charge.
	A yellow car with an exclamation mark in the middle.	On hybrid models, this indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s electric drive system, Check Engine for the electric motor.
	Yellow or red FAULT light is on.	On models with a hybrid engine, it indicates the detection of a critical (red) or non-critical (yellow) malfunction in the operation of the electric motor systems.
	Yellow turtle in a circle.	On hybrid models, indicates a significant reduction in vehicle power.
	The green inscription EV MODE or the letters EV inside the green car is lit.	On models with a hybrid engine, indicates the electric-only driving mode.
	A green car with an arrow at the bottom or a green Hybrid Ready sign is lit.	On models with a hybrid engine, it indicates that the car is ready to start driving with electric traction.
	A car with a siren is lit red or yellow.	On hybrid models, indicates a malfunction in the external sound system used to warn pedestrians of an approaching vehicle.