Before the journey

Indicator lamps

~2min read
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
Lit up Possible cause Correction
Vehicle lighting not working partially or completely. Change the corresponding bulb or
if all bulbs are functioning, go to a qualified workshop.
Bend lighting fault. .
Rear fog light switched on. .
Fog lights switched on.
Turn signal for the right or left.
The indicator lamp will flash twice as fast if one of the turn signals on the vehicle or trailer is not working.
If necessary, check the vehicle lights and lights on the trailer.
Main beam is switched on or the headlight flasher is being operated. .
Main beam control (Light Assist) or automatic main beam control (Dynamic Light Assist) is switched on. .

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

Failure to observe the warning lamps and text messages could lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, accidents and serious injuries.
  • Never ignore warning lamps and text messages.
  • Stop the vehicle as soon as it is possible and safe to do so.
  • Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away from moving traffic and so that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with any inflammable material underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass, fuel, oil etc.
  • A broken-down vehicle increases the risk of accidents – both for you and other road users. If necessary, switch on the hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle in order to warn other road users.

NOTICE

Failure to observe the warning lamps and text messages could lead to your vehicle being damaged.

Test yourself

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