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Dashboard instruments displaying various car and engine conditions. Where the dashboard originally included an array of simple controls (e.g., the steering wheel) and instrumentation to show speed, fuel level and oil pressure, the modern dashboard may accommodate a broad array of gauges, and controls as well as information, climate control and entertainment systems.
A group of tell-tales showing lights for "brake fluid", "stop lamp" and "check engine" Graphical tell-talesA tell-tale, sometimes called an idiot light [1] or warning light, is an indicator of malfunction or operation of a system, indicated by a binary (on/off) illuminated light, symbol or text legend.
This can also be referred to as a heads-up-device or heads-up design, as compared to traditional dashboard designs, which are referred to as Head-Down-Design (HDD). The benefit of Eyes-on-the-Road systems stems from increased situational awareness and elimination of the need to look away from the road whilst driving, thereby increasing reaction ...
A single DIN head unit with a large retractable touchscreen, DVD and GPS. Central to a vehicle's sound and information systems, head units are located prominently in the center of the dashboard or console, and provide an integrated electronic package.
A compartment built into the dashboard of an automobile above the front-seat passenger's footwell, often used to store miscellaneous items such as small tools and paperwork and, traditionally, driving gloves. The compartment usually closes with a latch and in some vehicles can be locked with a key. glow plug governor. Also overspeed governor.
Symbols surround us, guiding us, protecting us and communicating important messages every day. From mathematical symbols to road signs, these icons play a crucial role in our lives, often ...
From November 1, 2014, all new passenger cars sold in the European Union must be equipped with a TPMS. For N1 vehicles (trucks up to 3.5 tonnes), TPMS are not mandatory, but if a TPMS is fitted, it must comply with the regulation.
Some cars include additional rear center console, which commonly includes entertainment and climate system controls (and possibly display screens and air vents), auxiliary power outlets, and sometimes window controls when these are not in the doors (for example, in the Ford Sierra). Another element is an ashtray, though this is now less common ...