While driving

Warning and indicator lamps

~1min read
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
Lit up Possible cause Solution
Gearbox fault. Do not drive on!
Move the selector lever to position P and leave the gearbox to cool down.
If the warning lamp does not go out, do not continue to drive. Seek expert assistance. Failure to do so can cause considerable damage to the gearbox .
Brake pedal not depressed. Fully depress the brake pedal.
See also ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) .
Brake pedal not depressed. To move the selector lever, depress the brake pedal.
Please also refer to electronic parking brake .
Flashes Possible cause Solution
The lock button in the selector lever is not engaged. The vehicle cannot drive off. Engage the selector lever lock .

Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.

Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and can cause accident and serious injury.
  • Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
  • Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
  • If the vehicle is stationary or has to be parked for repairs, always park the vehicle at a safe distance from the road, switch on the hazard warning lights, switch off the engine and take other precautionary measures in order to warn traffic behind you.

NOTICE

Failure to observe illuminated indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle being damaged.

Test yourself

A quick Volkswagen Golf quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.