## HTML Post on Car Engine Symbols and Names
### Introduction
The dashboard of a modern car is a complex display of symbols and names that can be confusing for even experienced drivers. This guide will decode the most common symbols and names you’ll find on your dashboard, so you can stay informed about your vehicle’s status and performance.
### Engine Temperature
**Symbols:**
* **Thermometer:** Indicates the engine coolant temperature.
* **Blue light:** Engine is cool, operating normally.
* **Red light:** Engine is overheating, pull over and check coolant levels.
### Fuel Level
**Symbols:**
* **Gas pump:** Indicates the fuel level in the tank.
* **Needle or digital display:** Shows the amount of fuel remaining.
* **Low fuel light:** Illuminates when fuel level is low, indicating it’s time to refuel.
### Oil Pressure
**Symbols:**
* **Oil can:** Indicates oil pressure in the engine.
* **Green light:** Oil pressure is within normal range.
* **Red light:** Low oil pressure, stop engine and check oil levels immediately.
### Battery Charge
**Symbols:**
* **Battery:** Indicates the battery’s charge level.
* **Green light:** Battery is charging properly.
* **Red light:** Battery is not charging, alternator may be faulty.
### Engine Malfunction
**Symbols:**
* **Check engine light:** Indicates a problem with the engine’s emissions or performance.
* **Service engine soon light:** Indicates a potential issue that requires attention.
* **Maintenance reminder light:** Illuminates after a certain distance traveled or time elapsed,提醒您进行定期保养.
### Transmission
**Symbols:**
* **Automatic transmission:**
* **P:** Park
* **R:** Reverse
* **N:** Neutral
* **D:** Drive
* **L:** Low gear
* **Manual transmission:**
* **Manual shift pattern:** Shows the gear positions.
* **Gear indicator:** Displays the current gear engaged.
### Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
**Symbols:**
* **ABS:** Indicates the ABS system is active.
* **Yellow light:** ABS is engaged.
* **Red light:** ABS is malfunctioning.
### Traction Control System (TCS)
**Symbols:**
* **TCS:** Indicates the TCS system is active.
* **Yellow light:** TCS is engaged.
* **Red light:** TCS is malfunctioning.
### Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
**Symbols:**
* **ESC:** Indicates the ESC system is active.
* **Yellow light:** ESC is engaged.
* **Red light:** ESC is malfunctioning.
### Airbag
**Symbols:**
* **Passenger airbag:** Indicates the passenger airbag is active.
* **Airbag off:** Indicates the passenger airbag is deactivated.
* **Airbag light:** Illuminates if there is a problem with the airbag system.
### Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
**Symbols:**
* **Tire pressure symbol:** Indicates a low tire pressure.
* **TPMS light:** Illuminates when there is a significant difference in tire pressure between any of the tires.
### Other Symbols
* **Cruise control:** Indicates the cruise control is activated.
* **Fog lights:** Indicates the fog lights are turned on.
* **High beams:** Indicates the high beams are turned on.
* **Turn signals:** Indicates the direction of the turn signal.
* **Seatbelt indicator:** Illuminates if the driver or passenger is not wearing a seatbelt.
