Red symbols
The red symbol indicates danger.
When the symbol appears:
- Stop.
- Stop the engine.
- Check the faulty function. Seek qualified assistance if necessary.
Meaning of red symbols:
Red symbols indicate a malfunction of the first priority (danger).
When the red symbol appears, three consecutive warning beeps sound.
The flashing of the symbol continues until the fault has been rectified.
If several violations of the functioning of the first degree of priority occur at once, the symbols appear sequentially, with the duration of indication of each of them 2 s.
Brake system malfunction
Repair the brake system failure as soon as possible.
A flashing 0 symbol on the display indicates a malfunction of the brake system.
- Stop.
- Check brake fluid level.
If the ABS fails, the warning lamp comes on together with the brake system fault symbol 0.
Attention
- A drop in the brake fluid level in the filler tank means the risk of an accident! No further movement is allowed. Get qualified help.
- The reason for the brake system warning lamp to come on together with the ABS warning lamp may be a failure of the ABS control function. As a result, when braking, the rear wheels can lock up relatively quickly. Under certain circumstances, this can cause the rear axle of the vehicle to skid - risk of skidding! Drive carefully to the nearest specialist workshop and rectify the fault.
Cooling system failure
Repair the cooling system problem immediately.
The reason for the flashing of the symbol while driving may be overheating or a drop in the coolant level.
- Stop.
- Stop the engine.
- Check coolant level.
- Top up coolant if necessary.
- Continue driving only after the symbol goes out.
- Seek qualified assistance if necessary.
If the coolant level is normal, then the cause of overheating may be a failure of the cooling fan.
If the battery discharge warning lamp is additionally lit, the cause may be a broken V-ribbed belt.
Attention. Never open the hood if you see or hear steam or coolant escaping from the engine compartment - risk of burns! Wait until the release of steam or coolant stops.
Carefully. Do not continue driving if the symbol indicates a malfunction of the cooling system - risk of engine damage.
Malfunction in the engine oil pressure system
Repair the fault in the engine oil pressure system immediately.
A flashing symbol on the display indicates that the oil pressure has dropped below normal.
- Stop.
- Stop the engine.
- Check engine oil level.
- Seek qualified assistance if necessary
Engine oil level drop below normal
Add engine oil when the level falls below normal.
Normal engine oil level
You must not continue driving if the symbol flashes at a normal oil level. Also, do not allow the engine to idle - get qualified help.
Note. The oil pressure indicator lamp is not an indicator of its level in the lubrication system. Therefore, check the oil level regularly, best when refueling.
Tire pressure drop
If the tire pressure is too low, correct it as soon as possible.
The appearance of the symbol indicates a drop in air pressure in the tire of at least one wheel.
- Stop.
- Check pressure/tyres.
- Replace wheel if necessary.
The symbol always appears in combination with additional text information, e.g. REIFENDRUCK HINTEN RECHTS (air pressure in the tire of the rear right wheel).
The appearance of the symbol in combination with additional information REIFENDRUCKE PRUFEN (check tire pressure) may indicate a drop in air pressure in several tires, including the spare tire.
The display may also show a yellow symbol. This symbol indicates the need to control the air pressure.
Yellow symbols (vehicles with FIS, standard)
Yellow symbols are warning symbols.
Purpose of yellow symbols:
Yellow symbols signal a malfunction of the second priority level (warning).
When the yellow symbol appears, one warning tone will sound.
Check the corresponding function as soon as possible.
If several warnings are displayed at the same time, the symbols appear sequentially, for approximately 2 seconds each.
Yellow symbols (vehicles with FIS, with on-board computer)
Yellow symbols are warning symbols
Purpose of yellow symbols:
Yellow symbols signal a malfunction of the second priority level (warning).
When the yellow symbol appears, one warning tone will sound.
Check the corresponding function as soon as possible.
If several warnings are displayed at the same time, the symbols appear sequentially, for approximately 2 seconds each.
Brake signal failure
Vehicles with FIS and on-board computer
If the BREMSLICHT symbol or display lights up, the following items must be checked and, if necessary, replaced or repaired by Audi:
- incandescent brake lights,
- wiring connections,
- brake light switch.
Have the replacement/repair carried out by an Audi dealer.
Malfunction of a low beam, light of headlights of a backing
Car with FIS and on-board computer
If the symbol lights up, check the following components:
- low beam incandescent lamps
- reversing headlight bulbs
- wiring connections.
Have the replacement/repair carried out by Audi.
Note. This function is controlled by the fault monitoring system only when the light is on.
Front brake pad wear
If the symbol appears, contact Audi to have the front brake pads checked (and for rear safety) wheels.
Washer fluid level drop
FIS vehicle with on-board computer
When the symbol appears, it is necessary to add washer fluid to the washer fluid reservoir and the headlight washer.
Low fuel
If this symbol lights up for the first time, it means that about 7-8 liters of fuel are left in the reserve. You need to fill up your car as soon as possible.
Battery voltage abnormal
Car with FIS and on-board computer
If the symbol appears, contact Audi and check the following components:
- v-belt
- voltage regulator
- battery status
Also be aware of the low battery warning light.
The voltage of the on-board network can also be monitored using a voltmeter.
Check engine oil level
When the symbol appears, check the oil level as soon as possible and top up if necessary.
Engine Oil Sensor Malfunction
If the symbol appears, contact Audi to have the oil level sensor checked. Until then, for safety reasons, check the oil level each time the vehicle is refueled.
Speed alarm
Car with FIS and on-board computer
The appearance of the symbol means that the actual speed has exceeded the entered speed value. Reduce speed.
Headlamp leveling device malfunction
Vehicles with dynamic headlight beam throw adjustment
The appearance of the symbol indicates a malfunction of the dynamic headlight beam throw adjustment. Have an Audi dealer repair the headlight beam throw adjustment.
Tire pressure drop alarm
Vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system
If the symbol lights up, it means that the air pressure in the tire needs to be monitored and corrected.
The symbol always appears together with the corresponding wheel letter, eg VR stands for front right wheel.
Speed alarm
Car with FIS and on-board computer
Speed Alarm allows you to set a speed limit that must not be exceeded.
The overspeed alarm alerts the driver when a pre-set speed is exceeded. As soon as the actual speed exceeds the entered value by about 10 km/h, a warning tone will sound. At the same time, an alarm symbol appears on the display.
The overspeed alarm allows you to program two levels of warning that operate independently of each other and do not perform exactly the same tasks.
Warning level 1: function
Car with FIS and on-board computer
Warning level 1 can be changed while driving.
Warning level 1 makes it possible to set a speed limit while driving. The entered speed value is stored in memory until the ignition is turned off, if there has not been a change in speed or cancellation of the entered restriction beforehand.
The signal symbol of the first degree of warning appears on the display when the actual speed exceeds the entered value. The symbol goes out when the speed decreases below the programmed sign.
The symbol also goes out when the entered speed is exceeded by approx. 40 km/h for at least 10 s. However, this does not reset the memory of the entered speed limit.
Warning level 1: programming
Car with FIS and on-board computer
Warning level 1 is programmed with the setting button/control button.
Speed Limit Programming
- The vehicle must move at the current speed, which must not be exceeded.
- Press and release the setting/control button.
Cancellation of the entered speed limit
- Vehicle speed must be over 5 km/h.
- Press the setting button/control button for more than 1 s.
Successful entry into the memory is confirmed by releasing the button by briefly lighting up the signal symbol 0 on the display) speed limits. The entered speed value remains in memory until the next short press of the button at a different speed or until you cancel the entered limit by pressing for more than 1 s.
Warning level 2: function
Car with FIS and on-board computer
Warning level 2 can only be changed when the ignition is off.
Warning level 2 will allow programming and override of the maximum speed limit only when the ignition is off. Programming this warning is recommended when a general reminder is needed for the driver to maintain a certain maximum speed. For example, when driving in a country with a speed limit, the maximum speed when driving with winter tires.
The signal symbol for the second level of warning appears on the display when the actual speed exceeds the entered value. The symbol goes out, in contrast to warning level 1, only when the speed drops below the programmed value.
Warning level 2: programming
Car with FIS and on-board computer
Warning level 2 is programmed and overridden by switches mounted in the wiper handle.
Maximum Speed Programming
- Switch off the ignition.
- Press and release the setting/control button in the instrument cluster. The illumination of the distance meter and digital clock turns on.
- Press the setting/control button for at least 2 s. The currently entered maximum speed threshold appears on the display or a crossed-out symbol for warning level 2 if the maximum speed was not previously programmed.
- To change the speed, press the top or bottom side of the function switch mounted in the wiper handle. At the same time, there is a step-by-step (one stage 10 km/h) increase or decrease values.
Cancellation of the entered speed limit
- Switch off the ignition.
- Press and release the setting/control button in the instrument cluster. The illumination of the distance meter and digital clock turns on.
- Press the setting/control button for at least 2 s. The currently entered maximum speed threshold appears on the display.
- Press the reset button mounted in the wiper arm B until the crossed-out warning symbol 2 appears on the display.
A few seconds after the programming or cancellation process, the illumination of the trip odometer and digital clock turns off.
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