What does a 'P' with three bars on the dashboard mean?

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A 'P' with three bars on the dashboard indicates that the parking lights (also known as marker lights or position lights) are on. Here are the specific methods to activate various car lights: 1. Turn signals and parking lights: With the ignition switch turned on, simply rotate the control lever to the corresponding position for turn signals or parking lights to activate the respective lights. 2. High beams: To activate the high beams, just push the light control lever forward. 3. Fog lights: The switch is located on the left side of the dashboard. Turn the rotary switch to the appropriate position to activate the fog lights. 4. Automatic headlights, low beams, and marker lights: When the AUTO indicator light on the button is illuminated, it means the automatic headlights are working. Rotate the knob to switch between automatic headlights, low beams, and marker lights. 5. Headlight cleaning: With the headlights on, activate the windshield washer switch to clean the headlights. If you only want to clean the windshield, turn off the headlights before activating the windshield washer switch.