Warning symbols in the instrument panel

The warning symbols alert the driver that an important function is activated or that a serious fault or error has occurred.
SymbolMeaning
P5-1507 Symbol General red

WARNING

The red warning symbol illuminates to indicate that a fault has been detected that could affect safety or driveability. An explanatory message will be simultaneously displayed in the instrument panel. The warning symbol may also illuminate in combination with other symbols.

P5-1507 Symbol Seatbelt

Seat belt reminder

This symbol will glow steadily or flash if the driver or front seat passenger has not fastened their seat belt or if anyone in the rear seat has removed their seat belt.

P5-1507 Symbol SRS indicator

Airbags

If this symbol remains illuminated or comes on while driving, a fault has been detected in one of the vehicle's safety systems. Read the message in the instrument panel. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop.

P5-1507 Symbol Brake red

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P5-1507-XC90-USA- brake warning symbol

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Fault in brake system

If this symbol illuminates, the brake fluid level may be too low. Contact your nearest authorized workshop to have the brake fluid level checked and adjusted.

P5-1507 Symbol Park brake

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P5-1507-XC90-USA-parking brake warning symbol

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Parking brake on

This symbol glows steadily when the parking brake is applied.

A flashing symbol indicates that a fault has occurred. Read the message in the instrument panel.

P5-1507 Symbol Oil

Low oil pressure

If this symbol illuminates while driving when the engine oil pressure is too low. Stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level. Add oil if necessary. If the symbol illuminates and the oil level is normal, contact a workshop. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop.

P5-1507 Symbol Battery

Generator not charging

This symbol illuminates during driving if a fault is detected in the electrical system. Contact a workshop. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop.

P5-1746-ALL-Front collision warning tell tale symbol

Collision risk

City Safety warns the driver if there is a risk of a collision with another vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist or large animal.

P5P6-1917-System Malfunction

System error

This symbol illuminates during driving if a fault is detected in the drive system. An explanatory message will be simultaneously displayed in the instrument panel.

P5P6-1917-Symbol, engine temp warning

High engine temperature

The symbol will illuminate while driving when the engine temperature is too high. An explanatory message will be simultaneously displayed in the instrument panel.

  1. 1 Canadian models.
  2. 2 US models.