Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamps

Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamps

• The allocation of the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster is dependent on the equipment and country and engine versions of the vehicle.

• Different instrument clusters are used, depending on vehicle equipment. Therefore, the arrangement of the control lamps may deviate from the illustration.






1 - Glow Plug System/Diesel Engine Management Indicator Lamp

• The indicator lamp is only present in vehicles with a diesel engine.

2 - Engine Interference (EPC)

• The indicator lamp is only present in vehicles with a gasoline engine.

• Blinking: Malfunction in the engine control (gasoline engines).

3 - Diesel Particulate Filter Indicator Lamp

4 - Engine Oil Pressure Control Lamp

• Engine oil pressure too low.

• Stop engine and check oil level.

5 - Bulb Failure Or Cornering Lamp System Malfunction Indicator Lamp

• Illuminates: Complete or partial failure of the driving lighting.

• Blinking: Malfunction in the dynamic cornering lamp AFS (adaptive front lighting system).

6 - Rear Fog Lamp Control Lamp

• Fog lights switched on.

7 - Washer Fluid Level Indicator Lamp

• Washer fluid level in reservoir too low.

8 - High Beams Control Lamp

• High beams switched on or headlamp flasher operated.

9 - Seat Belt Control Lamp

• Driver or front passenger seat belt not fastened.

10 - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Lamp

• Malfunction

11 - Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) Indicator Lamp

• Blinking: Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) regulating.

• Illuminates: ESP malfunction or switched off.

12 - Parking Brake / Brake System Warning Lamp

• Electromechanical parking brake switched on, brake fluid level too low, or malfunction in the brake system.

13 - Cruise Control System (CCS) Control Lamp

• Cruise control regulating.

14 - Tire Pressure Monitor Control Lamp

• The pressure in at least one tire is too low or there is a system malfunction.

15 - Brake Pad Indicator Lamp

• Front brake pads worn.

16 - "Depress Foot Brake" Indicator Lamp

• Request from the DSG transmission.

• Indicator lamp only present in vehicles with a DSG transmission.

17 - Fuel Level Control Lamp

• Fuel level too low (reserve quantity).

18 - Door Open Indicator Lamp

• One or more doors are open or not closed completely.

19 - Rear Lid Open Indicator Lamp

• The rear lid is open or not latched completely.

20 - Airbag System/Belt Tensioner System Indicator Lamp

• Malfunction in the airbag and/or belt tensioner system.

21 - Emissions Warning Lamp (OBD)

• Malfunction in the exhaust system (catalytic converter).

22 - Electro-Mechanical Power Steering Indicator Lamp

• Illuminates yellow: Reduced electro-mechanical power steering.

• Illuminates red: Electro-mechanical power steering failure.

23 - Engine Coolant Temperature Control Indicator Lamp

• Coolant temperature too high or

• Coolant level too low.

24 - Generator Control Lamp

• Malfunction in generator.

25 - Surrounding Area Observation System Indicator Lamp

• Switched on