What does the small key on the dashboard mean?

[StLillian]

Car dashboard small key refers to the anti-theft system indicator light. When the anti-theft system is activated and this indicator light comes on, the car cannot be started. Multiple ignition attempts will lock the engine, also known as engine immobilizer. Classification of anti-theft system indicator lights: Anti-theft indicator lights are divided into original vehicle anti-theft indicators and aftermarket anti-theft device indicators. Function of anti-theft system indicator light: After pressing the lock button on the smart key, the car's anti-theft system activates, and the anti-theft light flashes to remind the owner that the vehicle's anti-theft system is activated and the vehicle is in armed state. Common icons on car dashboards: Door warning, handbrake warning, seatbelt warning, engine self-check, lubricant condition check, ABS system check, airbag check, battery warning and fuel level warning.