What is the blue light on the Honda dashboard?
The blue dashboard light on most Honda models usually signals that the high beams are engaged. Depending on the model and year, other blue icons can indicate climate-control activity or hybrid/electric system status. Always check the symbol on the instrument cluster and consult your owner's manual for the exact meaning.
Common blue indicator lights you might see
Blue indicators appear less frequently than amber or green ones. Here’s what you’re most likely to encounter and how to respond.
- High beam indicator: A blue icon depicting a headlamp with horizontal lines. It lights when the high beams are turned on and should go off when you switch back to low beams.
- Climate control / A/C indicator: A blue snowflake icon or blue light on the climate-control panel indicates the air conditioning or cooling is active.
- Hybrid/electric status indicator: In hybrids and plug-in models (such as Civic Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, Insight, CR-V Hybrid), a blue EV or energy symbol can indicate electric motor operation, battery charging, or regenerative braking status.
Note: Icon designs vary by model and year. If you’re unsure what a blue icon means on your specific Honda, refer to the dashboard legend in the owner’s manual or contact a Honda dealer for clarification.
How to identify the exact icon on your Honda
To confirm the meaning of a blue light on your dashboard, follow these steps:
- Turn on the ignition and observe which icon lights up and whether it changes as you switch controls (e.g., headlights, climate settings).
- Check your vehicle’s owner’s manual or the dashboard indicator light legend for the specific icon you’re seeing.
- If the meaning remains unclear, use Honda’s official resources or consult a dealer for a precise identification based on your model and year.
Understanding iconography may require checking multiple sources since newer models can introduce new icons or variations in color coding.
Model-specific notes
Civic and Civic Hybrid (recent generations)
On Civics and Civic Hybrids, blue indicators commonly relate to the hybrid system. The EV indicator or energy arrows may appear when the car is operating on electric propulsion or during regenerative charging.
Accord and Accord Hybrid
Accord Hybrid models may display blue EV or battery icons during electric operation or charging. Climate-control icons on the control panel may also appear blue when cooling is active.
CR-V and CR-V Hybrid
CR-V Hybrid often shows blue energy-related icons during electric propulsion or battery charging; climate control indicators remain separate and may be blue when the A/C is on.
Summary
Blue dashboard lights on Honda vehicles most commonly indicate that the high beams are on, but they can also signal climate-control activity or hybrid/electric propulsion status depending on the model. Always verify the exact meaning with the owner’s manual, and when in doubt, contact a dealer for precise icon guidance.
