Airbag system
The control lamp burns after inclusion of ignition some seconds. On vehicles with the front passenger airbag deactivated, the warning lamp flashes for approximately 12 seconds.
If the lamp does not go out or lights up, flashes or flickers while driving, the airbag system is defective. Such a system must be checked by a Volkswagen workshop without delay.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «AIRBAG FEHLER», «FAULT IN THE INFLATABLE SYSTEM»
Direction indicator when driving with a trailer
The warning lamp flashes together with the direction indicators on the vehicle and trailer.
If one of the direction indicator lamps on the vehicle or trailer fails, the indicator lamp does not flash.
Cruise control
The control lamp burns at the included cruise control.
Reminder: depress the brake pedal and press the button in the selector (only with automatic transmission)
With the ignition on, the selector is in positions «R» and «N» blocked. To remove the selector from these positions, press the brake pedal and press the button in the selector handle.
The following message appears on the display of the multifunction pointer: «BEIM EINLEGEN EINER FAHRSTUFE IM STAND FUSSBREMSE BETATIGEN». «WHEN SELECTING ONE OF THE DRIVING POSITIONS WITH THE VEHICLE STANDING, DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL».
Rear fog lamp
After turning on the rear fog lamp, the control lamp lights up.
Turn indicator
Depending on which side of the vehicle the direction indicators are flashing, the left or right warning lamp flashes simultaneously. If one of the direction indicator lamps is out of order, the control lamp flashes twice as fast as usual. This does not happen when towing a trailer.
Brake pad wear indicator
The warning light is on when the wear of the front brake pads has reached the maximum allowable value.
You should immediately contact a Volkswagen service company to check the condition of the brake pads.
Since the brake pad wear indicator indicates a large wear of the front brake pads only, we recommend that, at the same time as replacing the front brake pads, check the condition of the rear brake pads.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «BREMSBELAG PRUFEN», «CHECK THE CONDITION OF THE BRAKE PADS».
High beam
The control lamp burns at the included main beam and at giving of a light signal.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
The control lamp warns of a malfunction in the anti-lock braking system and in the traction control system.
The control lamp lights up after inclusion of ignition or during start of the engine for some seconds. It goes out after the end of the automatic system health check process
If the control lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on, does not go out after a few seconds after the ignition is switched on, or lights up while driving, then the anti-lock braking system is not in order.
If there is a malfunction in the ABS, the following is possible:
- If only the anti-lock braking system warning light is on while driving, the vehicle may still be braked by a normally functioning service brake system, without anti-lock braking system. You should contact a Volkswagen service company as soon as possible;
- If the anti-lock brake system warning light comes on together with the brake system warning light, this means that not only is there a problem with the ABS, but changes in the normal operation of the brake system should be expected.
Text message on the multifunction display: 'STOP! BREMSENFEHLER BETRIEBSANLEITUNG», «STOP! MALFUNCTION IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM».
Attention: After both warning lamps light up (ABS and brake system) stop immediately and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If the level is below the mark «MIN», you can’t continue moving - you need qualified help.
Attention: If the brake fluid level is normal, there may be a malfunction in the ABS. Due to a malfunction of the ABS during braking, premature blocking of the rear wheels is possible. Under certain conditions, this can lead to a skid of the vehicle.
Attention: It is necessary to proceed with extreme caution to the nearest Volkswagen service company to eliminate the malfunction.
Traction control (EOS)
Traction control (electronically controlled differential lock) works in conjunction with ABS. A malfunction in the traction control system is indicated by the ignition of the ABS warning lamp. It is necessary to contact a Volkswagen service company as soon as possible.
Anti-theft system (built-in immobilizer)
When the ignition is switched on, the ignition key code is automatically requested. The data comparison is confirmed by a short blinking of the control lamp.
If an uncoded key is used, the control lamp starts flashing with short breaks. The car cannot be used.
Brake system
The control lamp burns at the tightened parking brake.
If the vehicle speed is above 6 km/h when the parking brake is applied, an additional warning signal sounds once.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «HANDBREMSE ANGEZOGEN», «PARKING BRAKE IS ENGAGED».
The control lamp burns at too small level of a brake liquid.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «STOP! BREMSENFEHLER BETRIEBSANLEITUNG», «STOP! MALFUNCTION IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM».
On vehicles with anti-lock braking system (ABS) the control lamp lights up for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on or the engine is started. When the ABS fails, the brake system warning lamp lights up together with the ABS warning lamp.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «STOP! BREMSENFEHLER BETRIEBSANLEITUNG», «STOP! MALFUNCTION IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM».
Attention: If, after releasing the parking brake, the brake system indicator lamp does not go out or lights up while driving, this indicates that the level of brake fluid in the bank is too low. You should stop immediately. You can not continue to move - you need qualified help.
Caution: If the brake system warning light comes on together with the anti-lock brake system warning light, this may indicate a malfunction in the anti-lock braking system. When braking, the rear wheels may lock. Under certain circumstances, this can cause the vehicle to skid.
Battery charge
The signal lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on. It should go out after starting the engine.
If the warning light is on, you can continue driving to the nearest Volkswagen workshop.
Since the battery is continuously discharging, turn off all those electrical consumers that do not need to be turned on.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «GENERATOR WERKSTATT!», «BATTERY DISCHARGE! REPAIR NEEDED!»
Seat belts
The signal lamp lights up after switching on the ignition for approx. It should go out after starting the engine.
If the seat belts are not worn, an audible signal sounds after the ignition is switched on. It subsides after putting on the seat belts or after about 6 seconds.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «GURT ANLEGEN», «PUT ON THE BELTS».
Preheating (only for vehicles with diesel engine)
When the engine is cold, the control lamp lights up when the ignition switch is turned to the driving position («Ignition on»).
If the control lamp does not light up at the same time, then, therefore, there is a malfunction in the preheating - qualified assistance is required.
After the control lamp has gone out, you should immediately start the engine.
If, while driving a vehicle equipped with a diesel engine, engine control malfunctions, as indicated by a flashing warning lamp, the engine should be checked immediately by a Volkswagen workshop.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «MOTORSTORG. WERKSTATT!», «ENGINE MALFUNCTION. REPAIR NEEDED!»
Violations in the engine management system
If a malfunction occurs in the engine control while driving a vehicle with a petrol engine, this warning light comes on - the engine should be checked immediately by a Volkswagen workshop.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «MOTORSTORG WERKSTATT!», «ENGINE MALFUNCTION. REPAIR NEEDED!»
Coolant temperature/coolant level
The signal lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on for a few seconds - performance check.
If the warning light does not go out afterwards or lights up or starts flashing while driving, this indicates either a too high coolant temperature or a too low coolant level in the cooling system As an additional warning, an audible signal sounds 3 times: stop vehicle, turn off the engine and check the coolant level Top up coolant if necessary.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «STOP! KUHLMITTEL PRUFEN BETRIEBS-ANLEITUNG», «STOP! CHECK COOLANT».
If the coolant level is normal, the problem with the cooling system may be caused by a malfunctioning fan Check the fan fuse and replace it if necessary.
If the warning light does not go out, although the coolant level is normal and the fan fuse is good, do not continue driving - qualified assistance is needed.
In the event that the cause lies in a malfunction of the fan, and provided that the coolant level is normal and the signal lamp goes out, you can continue driving to the nearest Volkswagen service company. In order to use the flow of oncoming air to cool the liquid, idling of the engine and movement at very low speed should be avoided.
Caution: Be careful not to get coolant on hot parts of the exhaust system or other hot components. The low temperature additive contained in the coolant may ignite.
Engine oil pressure/level
The oil pressure and engine oil level warning lamp lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on to check operation.
If the warning lamp does not go out, an additional warning signal sounds three times. The engine must not be started. Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary.
The lamp is flashing red (engine oil pressure too low).
If the control lamp flashes red while driving, additionally at an engine speed above 1500 min–1 The warning tone sounds 3 times. You should stop and turn off the engine. Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary.
If the control lamp flashes despite the fact that the engine oil level is normal, you cannot continue driving. The engine should also not be idling. Qualified help is needed.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «STOP! OLDRUCK MOTOR AUS! BETRIEBSANLEITUNG», «STOP! NO OIL PRESSURE. SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE!»
The lamp burns amber / the engine oil level is too low).
At the latest at the next refueling, check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «STOP! OLSTAND PRUFEN», «STOP! CHECK OIL LEVEL».
After opening the engine hood, the control lamp goes out. If no oil has been added to the engine, then after a run of approximately 100 km, the lamp lights up again.
The lamp flashes yellow (oil level sensor defective).
If the oil level sensor is defective, this is signaled by an audible signal and a flashing control lamp. In the period between the appearance of a malfunction and the check of the engine, it is necessary to systematically, preferably at each refueling, check the oil level in the engine.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «OLSENSOR WERKSTATT», «OIL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE. REPAIR NEEDED».
Signaling device for open door or trunk lid
The warning light should turn off when all doors and trunk lid are fully closed (to the second fixture).
On vehicles with a navigation system*, instead of this warning light, the multifunction indicator display warns of open doors, and if the hood and trunk lid are not fully closed.
This warning also appears when the ignition is off; Approximately 15 seconds after locking the car doors, it disappears.
Low washer fluid level
The warning light comes on when the level of windshield washer fluid in the reservoir is too low.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «WASCHWASSER AUFFULLEN», «ADD WASHER LIQUID».
Reserve fuel
The warning light comes on when the fuel supply drops to about 8 liters. In addition, one warning signal sounds.
Text message on the multifunction pointer display: «BITTE TANKEN», «PLEASE REFUEL».
An engine malfunction that caused an increase in exhaust toxicity
Warning light flashing: possible misfiring which could damage the catalytic converter. The signal lamp lights up continuously: when the vehicle is moving, in the event of a malfunction in the engine management, the toxicity of exhaust gases increases (e.g. if the oxygen sensor fails).
In this case, do not press hard on the accelerator pedal; it is necessary to drive at a moderate speed to the nearest Volkswagen service company to check the engine control.
Anti-skid system
The control lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on and should go out after two seconds. The control lamp flashes while driving when the anti-skid system is activated (electronic stabilization program - ESP). When the system is turned off or if there is a malfunction in its operation, the control lamp lights up constantly.
Since the anti-skid system works in conjunction with the anti-lock system, if the anti-lock system fails, the anti-skid warning lamp also lights up.
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