The book says there should be an explanation displayed on the screen beneath it. Whatever that says, you should have it looked at soon as possible. The red triangle coming on means that the problem is critical to the safety of you and your passengers. Do not drive it like that. If you have AAA, this is a good time to use it.
SOURCE: Volvo V40 warning light
hi.its your engine management warning light,nothing too serious,get a diagnostic check.thast should let you know where the problem is.
SOURCE: 1999 volvo warning lights on dash do not know what symbol means
1998 volvo s40 right hand drive: there is an orange triangle light with green in the center and an upside "y" in the center of the two. It is between the "up orange arrow" and "a an orange car with an X on it" the light comes and stays on. Dont know what it means. can you help. Thanks
SOURCE: what does the warning light of a yellow triangle
Standard Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA ®) with Traction Control
and Brake Assist
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) is an electronic stability control
system that works in conjunction with the Pilot's drive-by-wire throttle
and its 4-channel ABS systems to enhance controllability while the
vehicle is accelerating, braking, cornering or when the driver makes a
sudden maneuver. VSA functions by applying brake force to one or more
wheels independently while also managing the throttle, ignition and fuel
systems to help the vehicle maintain the driver's intended path of
travel.
The VSA system constantly analyzes data from seven sensors that
monitor wheel and vehicle speed, steering input, lateral G forces and
yaw rate. It compares the driver's control inputs with the vehicle's
actual response. Whenever the actual response falls outside of a
predetermined acceptable range, VSA intervenes with a corrective action.
For instance, if VSA detects an oversteer condition, the system may
apply braking force to the outside front and rear wheels to counteract
the unintended yawing effect. In the event of understeer, VSA may apply
braking to the inside rear wheel while reducing engine power to help
return the car to its intended course. VSA also provides a limited-slip
differential effect for the front wheels by applying braking force to a
slipping wheel, thereby redirecting driving force to the wheel with more
traction.
There is a button on the lower left part of the dashboard that says
"VSA". Push it and the triangle will dissappear (this should only be turned off if you are using a spare tire that is
smaller than the rest of the tires).
Good luck.
SOURCE: Warning light on: Yellow circle
It's the ASR - Acceleration Skid Control system warning light!
For today's typical high-torque engines, traction control (ASR) can increase both comfort and safety, particularly when driving on slippery roads or surfaces offering differing levels of grip. Traction control permits smooth starting and acceleration through the full speed range without wheel-spin or fishtailing. 
ASR only operates in conjunction with the electronic accelerator (E-gas) and uses components of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If one wheel suddenly begins to rotate faster than the others (slip), ASR intervenes in the engine management system and reduces power until the wheel stops spinning.
The ASR system represents a further contribution to active safety as it maintains vehicle traction and directional stability throughout the acceleration phase at any speed. In addition, it reduces tyre wear. Activation of the ASR system is indicated by a flashing indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.
The ESP system means the Electronic Stability Program. If the ESP lights on the dashboard permanently the ESP system is faulty. You must access the ESP Electronic Control Unit (ECU) memory for pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes), using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car. Then you will be full informed about bad pieces (e.g.: front right wheel abs sensor interrupted, ...). After bad pieces replacement you will be able to erase all faults memored by ESP ECU, in other words reset the ESP system and turn off the warning lamp on dashboard.
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