Dashboard Warning Light

Adaptive Damper

Adaptive damping fault; handling or ride may change. The usual first step is: Drive cautiously and inspect soon.

Colour

Amber

The colour helps indicate urgency, but exact behaviour can vary by manufacturer.

Urgency

Inspect soon

Use this as a quick triage label before confirming in your owner manual.

Next step

Drive cautiously and inspect soon

Check the matching manual page for your exact brand, model and year when possible.

What it usually means

Adaptive damping fault; handling or ride may change.

What to do next

Drive cautiously and inspect soon. If the vehicle feels unsafe, stop in a safe place and arrange professional inspection.

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Important: Symbols, colours, and flashing/steady behaviour differ between vehicles. Always verify the exact meaning and action in the owner manual for your car.