When you switch on the ignition, some of the warning and indicator lamps light up briefly to show that the associated systems are working properly. These systems are marked with a
in the following tables. If one of these warning/indicator lamps does not light up, there is a fault in the associated system.

Red warning lamps
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Brake system
Link |
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Parking brake
Link |
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Tyre pressure*
Link, Link |
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Safety systems ![]() Link |
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Seat belt
Link |
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Alternator
Link |
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Engine oil pressure
Link |
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Cooling system
Link |
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AdBlue*
Link |
AdBlue [a331] |
AdBlue*
Link |
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Steering lock
Link |
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Ignition lock
Link |
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Speed warning function*
Link |
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Speed warning function*
Link |
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adaptive cruise control*
Link |
Yellow indicator lamps
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Electronic stabilisation program (ESP) ![]() Link |
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Electronic stabilisation program (ESP) ![]() Link |
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Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ![]() Link |
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Brake pads
Link |
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Tyre pressure*
Link, Link |
TPMS |
Tyre pressure*
Link, Link |
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Engine management system
(petrol engines) ![]() Link |
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Engine management system
(diesel engines) ![]() Link |
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Emission control system
Link |
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Diesel particulate filter*
Link |
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Engine speed governing*
Link |
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Engine oil level
Link |
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Engine oil sensor
Link |
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Battery charge
Link |
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Fuel tank system
Link |
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AdBlue*
Link |
AdBlue [a331] |
AdBlue*
Link |
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Washer fluid level*
Link |
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Convenience key*
Link |
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Battery in remote control key
Link |
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Bulb monitor*
Link |
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Dynamic headlight range control*
Link |
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adaptive light*
Link |
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Light sensor/rain sensor
Link |
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Audi lane assist*
Link |
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adaptive air suspension* ![]() Link |
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Ignition lock
Link |
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Windscreen wipers
Link |
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Towing bracket*
Link |
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Gearbox
Link |