Volkswagen Dashboard Information

Raleigh, NC


Dashboard Decoding:Warning Indicator Lights

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SymbolWarning / Indicator LightDescription / Instructions
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightAirbagAirbag or belt tensioning system faulty, or passenger airbags deactivated
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightAntilock Braking System (ABS) malfunctionIf there is an ABS malfunction, the ABS warning light comes on in combination with the brake warning light
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightBrake pad wear indicatorCheck brake pads
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightOptions:
• Parking brake is applied (light on)
• ABS malfunction (ABS light is also on)
• Low brake fluid
• (no warning)
• See owner's manual
• "Stop! Brake fluid.
• Stop vehicle." (Audible warning)
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightDiesel engine pre-glow before engine start-upSolid: Diesel engine pre-glow system is switched on Flashing: Malfunction in the diesel engine
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightParticulate Filter (diesel engines)Filter blocked with soot. See owner's manual
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightParticulate Filter (diesel engines)Filter blocked with soot. See owner's manual
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightAdBlue level warningRefill AdBlue tank or AdBlue system malfunction
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightAdBlue no restart warningNo engine restart possible Not enough AdBlue or AdBlue system malfunction
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightAdBlue system malfunction warningAdBlue system malfunction or not filled with standard AdBlue
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightElectronic Power Control (exhaust gas)Engine malfunction - bring in for service
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightOil pressure warning"Stop - no oil pressure, turn engine OFF. See owner's manual." (3x audible warning)
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightYellow solid: Power steering assist reduced Yellow flashing: Malfunction in the electronic steering column lock Red solid: Power assist failure Red flashing: Malfunction in the electronic steering column lock1x audible warning "Stop the vehicle and do not continue to drive." (3x audible warning)
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightElectric parking brake warning lightParking brake error - see owner's manual
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightESP/ASRSolid: ESP/ASR inactive Flashing: ESP/ASR event
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightBulb failureSolid: Bulb failure Flashing: Headlamp leveling or AFS defective
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightHood openStop! Engine hood is open or not closed properly
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightLicense plate bulb failureOne or more license plate lights burned out
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightBrake light bulb failureOne or more brake lights burned out
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightLow fuel level"Please refuel"(1x audible warning)
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightCoolant level low Coolant temperature high"Stop! Check coolant level. See owner's manual."(3x audible warning)
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightAlternator low voltage outputCharging system failure
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightEngine malfunction (on-board diagnostics)Engine emission malfunction - bring in for service
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightFuel cap off or missingFuel cap off or missing
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightOil level lowCheck oil level Oil sensor - bring in for service
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightTire pressure monitoring system"Tire pressure low or system failure"(1x audible warning)
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightShift lockAppears when brake must be applied to shift vehicle into gear
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightDSG transmission too hotStop! Do not continue driving (Allow the transmission to cool with the gear shifter in park position)
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightAutomatic transmission malfunctionContact Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh service department immediately to have your system checked.
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightDaytime running lightsDaytime running lights on
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightWasher fluid low"Fill with washer fluid"(1x audible warning)
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightRain sensor malfunctionSwitch the ignition off and on again, if the light stays on, contact our Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh Service Department
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightImmobilizerIncorrect key Key not adapted to vehicle
Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh #MAKE# Warning Indicator LightHybrid drive system malfunction Hybrid drive system: warning when leaving the vehicleYellow: Hybrid system malfunction. See Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh Service Department Red: Stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible

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Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh

Leith Volkswagen of Raleigh

4005 Capital Hills Drive
Directions Raleigh, NC 27616

  • Sales: (919) 828-0828
  • Service: 984-300-1969
  • Parts: 984-300-1969

Sales Hours

  • Monday 9:00AM - 7:00PM
  • Tuesday 9:00AM - 7:00PM
  • Wednesday 9:00AM - 7:00PM
  • Thursday 9:00AM - 7:00PM
  • Friday 9:00AM - 7:00PM
  • Saturday 9:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Sunday Closed

Service Hours

  • Monday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Tuesday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Wednesday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Thursday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Friday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Saturday 8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Sunday Closed

Parts Hours

  • Monday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Tuesday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Wednesday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Thursday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Friday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Saturday 8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Sunday Closed