Oil pressure warning light

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CAUTION

When the light comes on, do not continue your journey, even if the coolant level is correct. The system should be checked by a suitably trained mechanic immediately.

If the light remains
on after the engine has started, or comes on while driving, this indicates a fault. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off the engine. Check the engine oil level. See Checking the engine oil

Glow plug indicator

If the light comes on,
wait until it goes out before starting the engine.

Headlamp indicator

Illuminates when the
headlamps are switched on in dipped beam or the position lamps are on.

Charging warning light

If it comes on while driving,
this indicates a fault. Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment. The system should be checked by a suitably trained technician immediately.

Low fuel warning light

If it comes on,
add fuel as soon as possible.

High beam indicator

Illuminates when the
headlamps are switched to high beam. The light flashes when the headlamp flash is used.

Message indicator

Illuminates when a new message
appears in the information display. See Information messages

Power steering warning light

Illuminates to indicate a
fault in the power steering system. Steering control will be fully maintained, but you will need to use more force to turn the steering wheel. The system should be checked by a suitably trained technician as soon as possible.

Rear fog lamp indicator

Illuminates when the rear
fog lamps are switched on.

Seat belt reminder

See Seat belt
reminder

Gear shift indicator

Illuminates to advise the
driver that changing up a gear may improve fuel economy and reduce CO2 emissions. It does not illuminate during rapid acceleration or braking, or when the clutch pedal is depressed.

Electronic Stability Program (ESP) indicator

Flashes while driving when the
system is operating. If it does not illuminate when the ignition is switched on, or if it stays on while driving, this indicates a fault. If a fault occurs, the system will switch off.

The system should be checked by a suitably trained technician as soon as possible.

If you switch off the ESP system, the warning light will illuminate. The light goes out when the system is switched back on or when the ignition is switched off.

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