Cleaning and maintenance
Indicator lamps
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
| Lit up | Possible cause | Correction |
|---|---|---|
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Engine management system malfunction (Electronic Power Control). | The engine should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible. |
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Diesel engine pre-glow before starting the engine. | |
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Fault in catalytic converter. | Decrease speed. Drive carefully to the next qualified workshop. Have the engine checked. |
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Diesel particulate filter has become saturated with soot. | Drive for approximately 15 minutes in 4th gear (manual gearbox) or select D (automatic gearbox) at a speed of at least 70 km/h. Please observe any valid speed limits . Go to a qualified workshop if the indicator lamp still does not go out. |
| Flashes | Possible cause | Correction |
|---|---|---|
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Fault in engine management system (diesel engine). | The engine should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible. |
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Misfiring which damages the catalytic converter. | Decrease speed. Drive carefully to the next qualified workshop. Have the engine checked. |
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.
Please observe legal requirements if cleaning the diesel particulate filter when in traffic. - Follow driving recommendation only if visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions are suitable.
- Do not endanger other vehicles on the road.

NOTICE
To avoid damage to your vehicle, always observe the indicator lamps and associated warning texts. 
,
or
are lit up, fuel consumption may be higher and engine performance reduced.Test yourself
A quick Volkswagen Touran quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
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