Nissan dashboard symbols and meanings
The 83 warning lights and indicators used across 29 Nissan models, from the owner's manuals. Pick your model for its exact list, or find the shape below.
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- Altima2010 to 2026
- Altima Coupe2013
- Ariya2023 to 2025
- Armada2010 to 2026
- Cube2010 to 2014
- Frontier2010 to 2026
- GT-R2013 to 2024
- Juke2014 to 2017
- Kicks2018 to 2026
- Kicks Play2025
- Leaf2013 to 2026
- Maxima2010 to 2023
- Murano2010 to 2026
- Murano Hybrid2016
- Pathfinder2010 to 2026
- Pathfinder Hybrid2014
- Quest2011 to 2017
- Rogue2010 to 2026
- Rogue Hybrid2017 to 2019
- Rogue Select2015
- Rogue Sport2017 to 2022
- Sentra2010 to 2026
- Titan2010 to 2024
- Versa Note2014 to 2019
- Versa Sedan2013 to 2025
- Xterra2010 to 2015
- Z2023 to 2026
- Z Coupe2014 to 2021
- Z Roadster2014 to 2019
Red lights: stop safely and check now
Brake system warning light
Either the parking brake is on, the brake fluid is low, or the brake system has a fault..
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Ariya, Armada, Cube and 23 more
Oil pressure warning light
Oil pressure has dropped too low to protect the engine.
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada, Cube, Frontier and 19 more
Parking brake light
The parking brake is on.
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Ariya, Armada, Frontier and 13 more
Door open light
A door, or sometimes the hood or trunk, is not fully closed..
On Cube, Frontier, Juke, Kicks, Kicks Play and 5 more
Hybrid / EV system warning light
The hybrid or electric drive system has a fault..
On Ariya, Leaf, Murano Hybrid, Pathfinder Hybrid, Rogue Hybrid
Engine temperature warning light
The engine is overheating, or the coolant is low.
On Juke, Kicks, Kicks Play, Versa Note, Versa Sedan
Amber lights: get it checked soon
Battery / charging system light
The charging system is not keeping the battery charged.
On all Nissan models we cover
Stability / traction control light
Flashing means the system is working right now to stop a skid.
On all Nissan models we cover
Stability control OFF light
Stability or traction control has been switched off, usually with a button..
On all Nissan models we cover
Key / immobilizer light
The car can't detect the key, the key battery is low, or the security system is armed..
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Ariya, Armada, Cube and 22 more
Check engine light
The engine computer found a fault in the engine, fuel or emissions system.
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada, Cube, Frontier and 22 more
ABS warning light
The anti-lock brake system has a fault.
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Ariya, Armada, Cube and 22 more
Master warning light (exclamation mark)
A message about a problem is showing on the dashboard display.
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Ariya, Armada, Frontier and 20 more
Airbag (SRS) warning light
The airbag system has a fault, so the airbags may not go off in a crash..
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada, Frontier, GT-R and 18 more
Transmission warning light
The transmission is overheating or has a fault..
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Ariya, Armada, Frontier and 18 more
Pre-collision / forward collision light
The collision warning or automatic emergency braking system is off or unavailable..
On Altima, Ariya, Armada, Frontier, Kicks and 13 more
Lane departure / lane assist light
Shows the state of the lane keeping system.
On Altima, Ariya, Armada, Frontier, Kicks and 10 more
Vehicle ahead detection indicator
This indicator shows when the following systems are engaged and have detected a vehicle: Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection; Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW) For additional information, see “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” or “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)” BASIC INFORMATION The vehicle information display is located to the left of…
On Altima, Ariya, Armada, Frontier, Kicks and 10 more
Power steering warning light
Power steering has a fault.
On Altima, Ariya, Armada, Cube, Juke and 10 more
Exterior light indicator
This indicator illuminates when the headlight switch is turned to the AUTO, or position and the front parking lights, rear combination lights, license plate lights or headlights are on. The indicator turns off when these lights are turned off. Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped) The front fog light indicator light illuminates when the front fog lights are on.
On Ariya, Armada, Cube, GT-R, Juke and 9 more
Low fuel light
The fuel tank is nearly empty, usually with about 30 to 50 miles left..
On Armada, Cube, Frontier, Juke, Kicks and 7 more
Blind spot monitor light
The blind spot monitor is off or not available..
On Altima, Kicks, Kicks Play, Leaf, Maxima and 6 more
Low washer fluid light
The windshield washer fluid is low..
On Armada, Frontier, Juke, Kicks, Kicks Play and 5 more
Brightness indicator
This indicator appears when the vehicle information display screen brightness is being adjusted. 108 Instruments and controls.
On Altima, Frontier, Leaf, Maxima, Murano and 4 more
Tire replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the customer set distance comes for replacing tires. You can set or reset the distance for replacing tires. earlier in this section. WARNING The tire replacement indicator is not a substitute for regular tire checks, including tire pressure checks. in “Maintenance & DoIt-Yourself” section.
On Altima Coupe, Armada, Leaf, Murano, Quest and 4 more
Speed Limit Sign indicator
This message may appear when the Traffic Sign Recognition system is engaged. For additional information, see “Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)” Steering Assist Alert This message may appear when the Steering Assist system is engaged. It will be displayed under the following condition: When not holding the steering wheel or when there is no steering wheel operation Please hold on the steering wheel immediately.
On Altima, Frontier, Kicks, Maxima, Murano and 3 more
Wireless charger indicator
The indicator ( 1 ) will illuminate in orange when the charging process is started. When the charging has completed, the indicator illuminates in green. If a malfunction occurs or the charging process has stopped, the indicator will blink in orange for 8 seconds then turn off. Wireless charger operation To use the wireless charger, it is necessary to seat the smartphone well within the charging pad.
On Altima, Ariya, Frontier, Kicks, Pathfinder and 2 more
Overdrive off indicator light
The overdrive off indicator light illuminates when the overdrive off mode is selected. For additional information, see “Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this manual.
On Murano, Pathfinder, Pathfinder Hybrid, Quest, Rogue and 2 more
Parking sensor light
The parking sensors are on, switched off, or dirty..
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue, Rogue Sport and 1 more
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator light
If the VSP OFF indicator illuminates while the VSP system is ON, it will may indicate the VSP is not functioning properly. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified.
On Ariya, Leaf, Murano Hybrid, Pathfinder Hybrid, Rogue Hybrid
Time for a break? indicator
This indicator appears when the set Timer Alert activates. You can set the time for up to 6 hours. Chassis Control System Error: See Owner’s Manual warning This warning appears if the chassis control module detects a malfunction in the chassis control system.
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue, Z
Driver attention / take a break light
The car thinks you are getting tired, from your steering pattern..
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue, Z
Drive Mode Selector indicator
When a driving mode is selected using the Drive Mode Selector, the selected mode indicator is displayed.; SPORT; STANDARD; ECO; SNOW (AWD models) (See "Drive Mode Selector".
On Ariya, Leaf, Pathfinder, Rogue
Unavailable Adverse Weather indicator
This message may appear when the Forward Driving Aids temporarily disabled Front Sensor blocked See Owner’s Manual Unavailable Side Radar Obstruction Unavailable Slippery Road Unavailable Seatbelt is Unfastened Unavailable Adverse Weather.
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue
Step on Brake Now indicator
This message may appear when the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system is engaged and the following condition occurs: While the vehicle is stopped by the ICC system, the driver’s door is opened but the electronic parking brake was not activated. Step on the brake pedal immediately.
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue
Caution Steep slope indicator
This indicator appears and a chime sounds when the automatic brake hold function is activated while the vehicle is on a steep hill. Apply the foot brake to stop the vehicle moving.
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue
Steep Slope Apply foot brake indicator
This indicator appears and a chime sounds if “Caution Steep slope” has appeared over about 3 minutes. Then, the parking brake will automatically be applied and the brake force of the automatic brake hold function will be released, and vehicle may move or roll away unexpectedly. Apply the foot brake to stop the vehicle moving. (See "Automatic brake.
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue
Neutral Hold Mode guidance indicator
This indicator appears when the power switch is placed in the OFF position while the shift position is in the N (Neutral) position (Neutral hold mode is available). (See "Neutral hold mode function".
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue
Neutral Hold Mode activated indicator
This indicator appears when the Neutral hold mode is activated. To exit the Neutral hold mode, place the vehicle in other than N (Neutral) position. (See "Neutral hold AUTO HOLD Steep Slope Apply foot brake Rear Door Alert is Activated Dismiss Message Disable Alert WARNING Selecting “Dismiss Message” during a stop within a trip temporarily dismisses the message for that stop without turning the system off.
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue
Neutral Hold Mode was not activated indicator
This indicator appears when the Neutral hold mode is unavailable. To activate the Neutral hold mode, wait for a while without shifting and then perform the operations again. (See "Neutral hold mode function" Trip computer Basic information TRIP COMPUTER Basic information Switches for the trip computer are located on the left side of the steering wheel.
On Ariya, Armada, Leaf, Rogue
STEERING LOCK RELEASE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
This indicator appears when the steering wheel lock cannot be released from the LOCK position. If this indicator appears, push the ignition switch while lightly turning the steering wheel right and left. Instruments and controls 2-47.
On GT-R, Kicks, Kicks Play, Versa Sedan
Illumination indicator
This indicator shows the illumination adjustment of the instrument panel. For additional information, see “Instrument brightness control”.
On Kicks, Kicks Play, Maxima, Sentra
Hands OFF warning light
When the Steering Assist is activated, it monitors the driver’s steering wheel operation. If the steering wheel is not operated or the driver takes his/her hands off the steering wheel for a period of time, the warning light illuminates.
On Ariya, Leaf, Rogue
CARGO LIGHT
The cargo light illuminates when the liftgate is opened. The light will turn off after a period of time when the light remains illuminated to prevent the battery from becoming discharged. BASIC INFORMATION The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver provides a convenient way to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters into one built-in device. HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:.
On Ariya, Frontier, Pathfinder
Check Rear Seat indicator
When the system is enabled, this message appears when the Rear Door Alert system is active and can remind the driver to check the rear seat.; Using the steering switch, the driver can select “Dismiss Message” to clear the display for a period of time.; Using the steering switch, the driver can select “Disable Alert” to disable the horn alert for the remainder of the current trip.
On Armada, Leaf, Rogue
ON indicator
This indicator appears when the Steering Assist switch is pushed while the ProPILOT Assist system is not turned on. (See "ProPILOT Assist Systems".
On Armada, Leaf, Rogue
P position selecting warning light
The warning light blinks in red when the ignition switch is pushed to stop the engine with the shift lever in any position except the P (Park) position. If this warning appears, move the shift lever to the P (Park) position or push the ignition switch to the ON position. An inside warning chime will also sound.
On Cube, Juke, Versa Note
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system ON indicator light
This light comes on when the electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system clutch is fully engaged. The indicator light flashes when the system is first turned on.When the system fully engages, the light remains on. If the switch is on and the indicator light continues to flash, the system is not engaged.
On Frontier, Titan, Xterra
EV indicator light
This illuminates when the engine stops but the.
On Murano Hybrid, Pathfinder Hybrid, Rogue Hybrid
Low outside temperature (ice) light
The outside temperature is near freezing, so roads may be icy..
On Altima, Armada
ProPILOT Assist status indicator
This indicator shows when the I-LI or ProPILOT Assist system is engaged. For additional information, see “Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)” or “ProPILOT Assist”.
On Altima, Armada
Engine start operation indicator
This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF, ACC or ON position with the shift selector in the P (Park) position. This indicator means that the engine will start by pushing the push-button ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed. 2-24 Instruments and controls.
On Altima Coupe, GT-R
Power limitation indicator light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the power limitation indicator light illuminates and then turns off. When the power limitation indicator light is illuminated with the power switch in the READY to drive position, the power provided to the traction motor is reduced. Therefore the vehicle is not as responsive when the accelerator is depressed while the power limitation indicator light is illuminated.
On Ariya, Leaf
Plug in indicator light
This light illuminates while charge connector is connected to the vehicle and blinks during charging. This indicator light will not illuminate if the vehicle is in the sleep mode. NOTE: If the charge connector is connected to the vehicle, the power switch cannot be placed in the READY to drive position.
On Ariya, Leaf
E-Step indicator
This indicator shows the status of the eStep system. (See "e-Step indicator" and "e-Step system" e-Step system failure Press brake pedal to slow or stop warning This warning appears when the e-Step system is malfunctioning. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse warning This warning may appear if the extended storage switch is not pushed in.
On Ariya, Leaf
Rear Door Alert is activated indicator
When the system is enabled, this message appears when the Rear Door Alert system is active and can remind the driver to check the rear seat.; Using the steering switch, the driver can select “Dismiss Message” to clear the display for a period of time.; Using the steering switch, the driver can select “Disable Alert” to disable the horn alert for the remainder of the current trip.
On Ariya, Rogue
Press brake to operate switch indicator
This indicator appears if the automatic brake hold switch is pushed without depressing the brake pedal while the automatic brake hold function is activated. Depress the brake pedal and push the switch to deactivate the automatic.
On Ariya, Rogue
Idling Stop System indicator
This indicator shows the Idling Stop System status. (See "Idling Stop System" Limited driver’s aid VDC setting OFF warning This warning appears when the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is OFF. The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection will not operate. In this case only visible and audible warning.
On Armada, Rogue
Engine start operation indicator light
This light appears when the shift lever is in the P (Park) position. This light means that the engine will start by pushing the ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed. You can start the engine.
On Cube, Juke
SET indicator light
The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning properly. It is recommended that you visit a.
On Frontier, Versa Note
(I-BSI) indicator
This indicator appears when the BSW and/or I-BSI systems are engaged. This indicator also appears when the I-BSI system is unavailable. For additional information, see “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” or “Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)”.
On Kicks, Pathfinder
Warning indicator
This indicator illuminates to indicate the status of the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system. For additional information, refer to “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. Unavailable: High Cabin Temperature (if so equipped) This message appears when the camera detects an interior temperature of more than 104°F (40°C).
On Maxima, Rogue Hybrid
Tow mode ON indicator light
This light comes on when the tow mode function is ON. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned.
On Pathfinder Hybrid, Titan
SPORT mode indicator light
This light illuminates and then turns off when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, and when the SPORT mode is selected. For additional information, refer to “Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned.
On Rogue, Rogue Select
Maintenance required light
A scheduled service is due, based on time or mileage.
On Rogue, Rogue Select
SIC3513 CEILING LIGHT
The ceiling light switch has three positions: ON, DOOR and OFF. ON position When the switch is in the ON position * 1, the ceiling light will illuminate. DOOR position When the switch is in the DOOR position * 2, the ceiling light will illuminate under the following conditions:. ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.
On Rogue, Rogue Select
Soft top indicator light (Roadster models)
This light illuminates when the soft top is being operated or it is stopped before reaching a full open/close state. When the top is fully opened or closed, the light will turn off. The light blinks while the soft top is not fully opened or closed under the following conditions:. When the vehicle is driven.. When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position.
On Z Coupe, Z Roadster
SynchroRev Match mode (SMODE) indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) is activated. (See “SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) (if so equipped for Manual.
On Z Coupe, Z Roadster
Green lights: a system is on
Cruise control indicator
Cruise control is on or set..
On Altima, Altima Coupe, Ariya, Armada, Frontier and 14 more
Headlight / low beam indicator
The headlights or parking lights are on..
On Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Kicks Play and 13 more
Front fog light indicator
The front fog lights are on..
On Ariya, Armada, Frontier, Kicks Play, Leaf and 10 more
4WD / AWD light
Shows which drive mode is selected, or warns of a fault in the 4WD/AWD system if amber..
On Armada, Frontier, GT-R, Juke, Murano and 7 more
Seat belt reminder light
A seat belt is not fastened, for the driver or a passenger..
On Ariya, Armada, Cube, Juke, Leaf and 4 more
READY indicator (hybrid)
The hybrid system is on and the car can be driven, even if the engine is silent..
On Ariya, Leaf, Murano Hybrid, Pathfinder Hybrid, Rogue Hybrid
Hill descent / downhill assist light
Hill descent control is on and will hold a slow speed going downhill..
On Frontier, Pathfinder, Rogue, Titan, Xterra
ECO mode indicator
Eco driving mode is on, or you are driving economically..
On Leaf, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra
SET indicator light (green)
This light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning properly. For additional information, see “Cruise con.
On Kicks, Kicks Play, Versa Sedan
SPORT mode indicator light (green)
This light illuminates and then turns off when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, and when the SPORT mode is selected. For additional information, see “Drive Mode Selector” NOTE: In case of a turn signal light bulb malfunction, the turn signal will flash at a higher frequency when the turn signal switch is activated. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on.
On Kicks, Kicks Play, Versa Sedan
TOW mode ON indicator light (green)
This light comes on when the tow mode function is on. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on.
On Frontier, Titan
White lights: information
Brake hold / auto hold light
Brake hold is switched on or is holding the car at a stop so you can take your foot off the brake..
On Ariya, Armada, Kicks, Kicks Play, Leaf and 5 more