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Traffic Sign Recognition Indicator

OK to driveTypically White, Red, or Amber on the dash

Displays the detected speed limit — flashing or highlighted means you're over it. Amber warning: the camera can't read signs.

What it means

A camera reads speed limit signs and shows them in the cluster or head-up display. Many cars flash the icon or chime when you exceed the detected limit. Occasionally it reads a wrong sign (a truck's limiter sticker, an adjacent road) — treat it as a hint, not gospel.

Can you keep driving?

Yes — informational, though the speeding warning deserves attention.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Obey posted signs, not just the display — the system can misread.

  2. 2

    If the detected limit seems wrong, it probably is; watch for school zones and temporary limits it may miss.

Likely causes

  • Normal sign detection
  • Speed over the detected limit (flashing)
  • Camera blocked or system fault (amber warning)

Typical fix cost

$0; camera faults run $200–$800 with calibration

Ranges reflect mainstream US parts-and-labor pricing; your vehicle and region will vary.

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