At Volkswagen South Coast, we believe in being prepared. That’s why we’ve put together a quick overview of some of the most common dashboard lights seen at our service center. This way, whether you’re seeing the innocuous Daytime Running Lights icon, or the high-priority DSG® Transmission Too Hot icon, you’ll know what to do!
Icon Description: “DRL”
Meaning: Daytime running lights are on.
Icon Description: Shoe inside of a circle
Meaning: Apply the brakes to shift the vehicle into gear.
Icon Description: “ABS”
Meaning: If this icon is displayed with the brake warning light, the ABS needs immediate attention.
Icon Description: Buckled-in passenger with a circle on the left
Meaning: There’s problem with the airbag or belt tensioning system, or the passenger airbags have been deactivated.
Icon Description: Gear with an exclamation point in the center
Meaning: Your car’s automatic transmission is malfunctioning. Schedule service as soon as possible.
Icon Description: Circle with dotted lines on either side
Meaning: It’s likely time to have the brake pads on your vehicle professionally replaced.
Icon Description: Engine
Meaning: Engine emission isn’t working properly. Service is needed to resolve the problem.
Icon Description: Yellow car with an exclamation point in the center
Meaning: The hybrid system is malfunctioning and requires the service of a technician.
Icon Description: Tire pressure monitoring sensor with an exclamation point in the center
Meaning: Tire pressure is low if the light comes on and stays on. If the light flashes every minute or so, the tire pressure monitoring system may be failing.
Icon Description: Battery with a plus and minus sign
Meaning: The alternator’s voltage output is low. Charging has failed.
Icon Description: Car with its hood open
Meaning: Stop the car! The hood isn’t closed properly.
Icon Description: Circle with lines on either side and an exclamation point in the center
Meaning: This symbol can mean one of three things: parking brake is applied, ABS is malfunctioning (ABS indicator is also illuminated), or brake fluid is low.
Icon Description: Gear with a thermometer in the center
Meaning: Stop the car! Give the transmission time to cool with the gear shifter in park.
If you’re seeing yellow or red car warning lights on your dashboard, schedule service at Volkswagen South Coast! Our certified technicians are equipped to handle everything from malfunctioning Volkswagen Jetta to dashboard lights to routine service and maintenance. Be sure to check out our current Volkswagen service coupons before you book your visit!
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