Antilock Braking System (ABS) Malfunction

If there is an ABS malfunction, the ABS warning light comes on in combination with the brake warning light.

Automatic Transmission Malfunction

Have the system checked immediately by a Volkswagen authorized dealer or service facility.

Daytime Running Lights

Daytime running lights on.

Particulate Filter (Diesel Engines)

Filter blocked with soot. See owner's manual.

Low Fuel Level

Please refuel (1x audible warning).

Steering

Stop the vehicle and do not continue to drive (3x audible warning).

• Yellow Solid: Power steering assist reduced
• Yellow Flashing: Malfunction in the electronic steering column lock
• Red Solid: Power steering assist failure
• Red Flashing: Malfunction in the electronic steering column lock - 1x audible warning

AdBlue Level Warning

Refill AdBlue tank or AdBlue system malfunction.

Brake Light Bulb Failure

One or more brake lights burned out.

DSG Transmission Too Hot

Stop! Do not continue driving (allow the transmission to cool with the gear shifter in park position).

Fuel Cap Off Or Missing

Fuel cap off or missing.

Oil Pressure Warning

Stop - no oil pressure, turn engine OFF. See owner's manual (3x audible warning).

Tire Pressure Monitoring

Tire pressure low or system failure (1x audible warning).

AdBlue System Malfunction Warning

AdBlue system malfunction or not filled to standard AdBlue.

Brake Pad Wear Indicators

Check brake pad.

Electric Parking Brake Warning Light

Parking brake error. See owner's manual.

Hood Open

Stop! Engine hood is open or not closed properly.

Oil Level Low

• Check oil level
• Oil sensor - bring in for service

Washer Fluid Low

Fill with washer fluid (1x audible warning).

AdBlue No Restart Warning

No engine restart possible - not enought AdBlue or AdBlue system malfunction.

Bulb Failure

• Solid: Bulb failure
• Flashing: Headlamp leveling or AFS defective

Engine Malfunction (On-board Diagnostics)

Engine emission malfunction - bring in for service.

Hybrid Drive System Malfunction

• Yellow: Hybrid system malfunction (See service facility)
• Red: Stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible

Parking Brake

• Parking brake is applied
• ABS malfunction (ABS light on, too): See owner's manual
• Low brake fluid: Stop! (1x audible warning)

Airbag

Airbag or belt tensioning system faulty or passenger airbags deactivated.

Coolant Level Low Coolant Temperature High

Stop! Check coolant level. See owner's manual (3x audible warning).

Electronic Power Control (Exhaust Gas)

Engine malfunction - bring in for service.

Immobilizer

Incorrect Key. Key not adapted to vehicle.

Rain Sensor Malfunction

Switch the ignition off and on again. If the light stays on, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or service facility.

Alternator Low Voltage Output

Charging system failure.

Diesel Engine Pre-Glow Before Engine Start-Up

• Solid: Diesel engine pre-glow system is switched on
• Flashing: Malfunction in the diesel engine

ESP/ASR

• Solid: ESP/ASR inactive
• Flashing: ESP/ASR event

License Bulb License Plate Bulbe Failure

One or more license plate lights burned out.

Shift Lock

Brake must be applied to shift vehicle into gear.