This standard specification the symbols@ that is@ conventional signs@ with which certain controls@ indicators and tell-tales of a road vehicle are to be provided in order to insure their identification and facilitate their utilization. It also indicates the colors of possible optical tell-tales which warn the driver of the operation or malfunctioning of the devices and equipment connected to the corresponding controls.
SAE J1048-1974 history
1997SAE J1048-1997 Symbols for Motor Vehicle Controls, Indicators and Tell-Tales
1980SAE J1048-1980 Symbols for Motor Vehicle Controls@ Indicators and Tell-Tales
1974SAE J1048-1974 Symbols for Motor Vehicle Controls@ Indicators and Tell-Tales