►Audi A3 ►Controls and displays ►Instruments and warning/indicator lamps ◀Warning and indicator lamps
Engine stopped: brake servo and power steering not possibleThere is a malfunction in the engine or fuel supply system.
Greater strength is required to steer and brake the Audi A3 if the engine stops while the Audi A3 is coasting. Carefully try to bring the coasting Audi A3 safely to a standstill out of the way of moving traffic. Obtain professional assistance.
WARNING!
Greater strength is required to brake the Audi A3 if the engine stops while the Audi A3 is moving - risk of accident! Greater strength will be required to steer the Audi A3 unless the power steering is still providing assistance. The power steering may still be available if the Audi A3 is still coasting with the ignition switched on (and the battery charge is sufficient).