Toyota C-HR dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Toyota C-HR owner's manual, 2018 to 2026. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2026 C-HR warning lights
Brake system warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: Indicates that: The brake fluid level is low; or The brake system is malfunctioning; Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Brake system warning light
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in: The regenerative braking system; The electronically controlled brake system; or The parking brake system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Charging system warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
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EV system malfunction indicator lamp
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the EV system.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
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SRS warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in: The SRS airbag system; or The front passenger occupant classification system; or The seat belt pretensioner system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
ABS warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Or Indicates a malfunction in: The ABS; or The brake assist system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Inappropriate pedal operation warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in: Brake Override System is malfunctioning; When a buzzer does not sound: Brake Override System is operating.
What to do: Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning; Drive-Start Control is operating; Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display. Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
Stop safely
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Traction battery charge warning light
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates that the remaining charge of the traction battery is low and charging is required When the outside temperature is low, this light may turn on earlier than usual to urge the driver to charge the traction battery early.; Charge the traction battery.
What to do: Turn off everything you can (A/C, heated seats, radio) and drive straight to a garage or home. Do not switch the engine off until you get there, as it may not restart.
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Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning buzzer*)
Information · usual colour
The manual says: Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts.
What to do: Fasten the seat belt.
Tire pressure warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the light comes on after blinking for approximately 1 minute (a buzzer does not sounds): Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system; When the light comes on (a buzzer sounds): Low tire inflation pressure from natural causes; After the temperature of the tires has lowered sufficiently, check the inflation pressure of each tire and adjust them to the specified level.
What to do: Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and perform the necessary actions (; P.
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LDA indicator
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure Alert).
What to do: Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
LTA indicator
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).
What to do: Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
PDA indicator
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the PDA (Proactive Driving Assist).
What to do: Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
Driving assist information indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates either of the following systems may be malfunctioning.; PCS (Pre-Collision System); LDA (Lane Departure Alert); Indicates any of the following systems are malfunctioning, disabled, or turned off.; PKSB (Parking Support Brake); RCD (Rear Camera Detection); BSM (Blind Spot Monitor); RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert); Safe Exit Assist.
What to do: Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display. Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking assist function; When a buzzer does not sound: Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
Cruise control indicator
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control.
What to do: Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
Dynamic radar cruise control indicator
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar cruise control.
What to do: Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
PCS warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System).; If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate.
What to do: Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
Slip indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in: The VSC system; The TRAC system; or The hill-start assist control system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Parking brake indicator
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: (Flashes) or (Flashes) It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released; Operate the parking brake switch once again. This light comes on the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brakes is fully released, the system is operating normally.
What to do: Release the parking brake before driving. If it flashes or will not release, see a dealer.
Brake hold operated indicator
Information · usual colour
The manual says: (Flashes) Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake system warning light | Red | Indicates that: The brake fluid level is low; or The brake system is malfunctioning; Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. | |
| Charging system warning light | Red* | Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system. | |
| Electric power steering system warning light (warning | Red | Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system. | |
| Parking brake indicator | Red* | (Flashes) or (Flashes) It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released; Operate the parking brake switch once again. This light comes on the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brakes is fully released, the system is operating normally. | |
| Brake system warning light | Amber | Indicates a malfunction in: The regenerative braking system; The electronically controlled brake system; or The parking brake system. | |
| EV system malfunction indicator lamp | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in the EV system. | |
| SRS warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in: The SRS airbag system; or The front passenger occupant classification system; or The seat belt pretensioner system. | |
| ABS warning light | Amber* | Or Indicates a malfunction in: The ABS; or The brake assist system. | |
| Inappropriate pedal operation warning light | Amber* | When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in: Brake Override System is malfunctioning; When a buzzer does not sound: Brake Override System is operating. | |
| Traction battery charge warning light | Amber | Indicates that the remaining charge of the traction battery is low and charging is required When the outside temperature is low, this light may turn on earlier than usual to urge the driver to charge the traction battery early.; Charge the traction battery. | |
| Tire pressure warning light | Amber* | When the light comes on after blinking for approximately 1 minute (a buzzer does not sounds): Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system; When the light comes on (a buzzer sounds): Low tire inflation pressure from natural causes; After the temperature of the tires has lowered sufficiently, check the inflation pressure of each tire and adjust them to the specified level. | |
| LDA indicator | Amber | Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure Alert). | |
| LTA indicator | Amber | Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist). | |
| PDA indicator | Amber | Indicates a malfunction in the PDA (Proactive Driving Assist). | |
| Driving assist information indicator | Amber* | Indicates either of the following systems may be malfunctioning.; PCS (Pre-Collision System); LDA (Lane Departure Alert); Indicates any of the following systems are malfunctioning, disabled, or turned off.; PKSB (Parking Support Brake); RCD (Rear Camera Detection); BSM (Blind Spot Monitor); RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert); Safe Exit Assist. | |
| Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator | Amber* | When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking assist function; When a buzzer does not sound: Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc. | |
| Cruise control indicator | Amber | Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control. | |
| Dynamic radar cruise control indicator | Amber | Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar cruise control. | |
| PCS warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System).; If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate. | |
| Slip indicator | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in: The VSC system; The TRAC system; or The hill-start assist control system. | |
| Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning buzzer*) | Green* | Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts. | |
| Brake hold operated indicator | Green* | (Flashes) Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system. |
Source: 2026 Toyota C-HR Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
2018 to 2022 C-HR warning lights
Brake system warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates that: Low brake fluid; or The brake system is malfunctioning.; *1.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure The warning light may come on if the engine oil pressure is too low. A buzzer also sounds.; *1.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
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Charging system warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system; Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
What to do: Turn off everything you can (A/C, heated seats, radio) and drive straight to a garage or home. Do not switch the engine off until you get there, as it may not restart.
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Malfunction indicator lamp
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in: The electronic engine control system; The electronic throttle control system; or The electronic continuously variable transmission.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
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SRS warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in: The SRS airbag system; or The seat belt pretensioner system.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
ABS warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in: The ABS; or The brake assist system.; (Red/yellow) Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system; (Flashes).
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
RCTA OFF indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic Alert) function; When a buzzer does not sound: Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar sensor is covered with dirt, etc.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
Slip indicator
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in: The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system; The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or The hill-start assist control system. The light will flash when the VSC or the TRAC is operating.; (Yellow).
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Brake hold operated indicator
Check soon
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system; *1 (Orange).
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
LTA indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist); (Flashes or illuminates).
What to do: Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
PCS warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When a buzzer sounds simultaneously: Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Collision System).; When a buzzer does not sound: The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily unavailable, corrective action may be necessary.;, 444) If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate. *2 (Flashes) (Flashes).
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
Parking brake indicator
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released; Operate the parking brake switch once again. This light comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released, the system is operating normally.
What to do: Release the parking brake before driving. If it flashes or will not release, see a dealer.
Low fuel level warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.0 gal. (7.5 L, 1.6 Imp.gal.) or less; *3.
What to do: Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: (warning buzzer) Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their seat belts.; If the front passenger seat is occupied, the front passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) off. *3 (On the center panel) Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning buzzer) Warn the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts.
What to do: Fasten the seat belt. Fasten the seat belt.
Tire pressure warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as; Natural causes; Flat tire; Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
What to do: Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
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Electric power steering system warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warning buzzer may sound. ■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving First check the following: Is the fuel tank empty? If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.; Is the fuel tank cap loose? If it is, tighten it securely.
What to do: Drive carefully and have it checked. If it came on after a lot of parking manoeuvres, it can reset after the car cools down.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake system warning light | Red* | Indicates that: Low brake fluid; or The brake system is malfunctioning.; *1. | |
| Low engine oil pressure warning light | Red* | Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure The warning light may come on if the engine oil pressure is too low. A buzzer also sounds.; *1. | |
| Charging system warning light | Red* | Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system; Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. | |
| Parking brake indicator | Red* | It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released; Operate the parking brake switch once again. This light comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released, the system is operating normally. | |
| Malfunction indicator lamp | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in: The electronic engine control system; The electronic throttle control system; or The electronic continuously variable transmission. | |
| SRS warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in: The SRS airbag system; or The seat belt pretensioner system. | |
| ABS warning light | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in: The ABS; or The brake assist system.; (Red/yellow) Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system; (Flashes). | |
| RCTA OFF indicator | Amber* | When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic Alert) function; When a buzzer does not sound: Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar sensor is covered with dirt, etc. | |
| Slip indicator | Amber | Indicates a malfunction in: The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system; The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or The hill-start assist control system. The light will flash when the VSC or the TRAC is operating.; (Yellow). | |
| Brake hold operated indicator | Amber | Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system; *1 (Orange). | |
| LTA indicator | Amber* | Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist); (Flashes or illuminates). | |
| PCS warning light | Amber* | When a buzzer sounds simultaneously: Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Collision System).; When a buzzer does not sound: The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily unavailable, corrective action may be necessary.;, 444) If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate. *2 (Flashes) (Flashes). | |
| Low fuel level warning light | Amber* | Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.0 gal. (7.5 L, 1.6 Imp.gal.) or less; *3. | |
| Tire pressure warning light | Amber* | When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as; Natural causes; Flat tire; Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. | |
| Electric power steering system warning light | Amber* | When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warning buzzer may sound. ■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving First check the following: Is the fuel tank empty? If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.; Is the fuel tank cap loose? If it is, tighten it securely. | |
| Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light | Green* | (warning buzzer) Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their seat belts.; If the front passenger seat is occupied, the front passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) off. *3 (On the center panel) Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning buzzer) Warn the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts. |
Source: 2018 Toyota C-HR Owner's Manual; 2019 Toyota C-HR Owner's Manual; 2020 Toyota C-HR Owner's Manual and others. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
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