A green speedometer symbol with an arrow typically indicates that your vehicle's cruise control system is active and the cruise speed has been selected.
Understanding the Cruise Control Indicator
This dashboard light serves as a visual cue for your vehicle's cruise control status. The shape, often resembling a speedometer dial or an arrow pointing to a speed, is a common design for this indicator. The color of the light is key to understanding its current state.
According to the provided reference, the meaning of the colors is:
- Yellow: The cruise control system is turned on, but a speed has not yet been set.
- Green: The cruise control system is active and the desired cruise speed has been selected. Your vehicle is maintaining this speed automatically.
Why is it Green?
When the indicator is green, it means you have not only activated the cruise control system but have also set a specific speed for the vehicle to maintain. This is the state where the system is actively controlling the throttle to keep your vehicle at the chosen velocity without you pressing the accelerator pedal.
Common Actions Leading to the Green Light:
- Pressing a "SET" or "RESUME" button after activating the system.
- Reaching a desired speed and pressing the "SET" button.
Managing Your Cruise Control
If you see this light unexpectedly, it's likely that the system was toggled on and a speed was accidentally set or resumed. To deactivate the system and turn off the light, you generally need to:
- Depress the activation button (often labeled "ON/OFF" or "CRUISE").
- Press the brake pedal.
- Press the "CANCEL" button.
Different vehicles may have slight variations in button layout and function, but the core concept of setting and maintaining a speed remains consistent.
Indicator Status Explained
Here's a simple overview of the status based on the indicator:
| Indicator Color | Status | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Off | Inactive | Cruise control system is off. |
| Yellow | System On | Cruise control system is ready, but no speed set. |
| Green | Cruise Speed Set | Cruise control is active and maintaining speed. |
Understanding this indicator helps you know when your vehicle is automatically controlling its speed, allowing for a more relaxed driving experience on long, open roads.
