Warning/
Indicator Lights

For additional information on indicator lights, refer to your vehicle's Owner's Manual.


Central warning light


Collision warning


Freno de mano electrónico


Freno de mano electrónico


Brake system malfunction
Brake fluid level too low


Front brake pads worn


Depress the brake pedal
ACC driver intervention warning


Engine coolant system malfunction


Steering malfunction


12 V energy supply malfunction


Engine control malfunction


Fasten safety belt


Lights up: ESC malfunction or ESC switched off by the system
Flashes: ESC or ASR is working


Lights up: ESC malfunction or ESC switched off by the system
Flashes: ESC or ASR is working


Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) malfunction


Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) malfunction


Driving light failure


Washer fluid level too low


Windshield wiper malfunction


Rain/light sensor malfunction


Lights up or flashes: Problem with the steering


Tire pressure too low
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) malfunction


Malfunction in the emergency call system
Limited function in the emergency call system



Lane Assist in control, Semi-automatic vehicle control in a medical emergency (Emergency Assist) is functioning


Range calculation malfunction


Airbag system or safety belt pretensioner malfunction, Airbag system or safety belt pretensioner deactivated with diagnostic equipment


Adaptive cruise control (ACC) not available


Side Assist malfunction


Autonomous Emergency Braking not available


Turn signals, left or right
Emergency flashers switched on


Cruise control switched on, regulation active


Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) regulates, no vehicle driving ahead is detected


Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) regulates, vehicle driving ahead is detected


High beams or headlight flasher


High beam control active


Sport driving mode


Individual driving mode


Autonomous Emergency Braking starts


Special driving mode


Drift driving mode


Race driving mode


Distance warning


Service due


Outside temperature is below +39 °F (+4 °C)


Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text messages can cause the vehicle to break down in traffic and result in a collision and serious personal injury.

  • Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
  • Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
  • Park the vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic and where no part of the hot catalytic converter and exhaust system can come into contact with flammable materials under the vehicle, such as dry grass, brush, spilled fuel, etc.
  • A broken-down vehicle presents a high accident risk for itself and others. Switch on emergency flashers and set up a warning triangle to warn oncoming traffic.
  • Before opening the engine hood, always switch off the engine and let the engine cool down.
  • Always be very careful when working in the engine compartment, which is a potentially dangerous area in any motor vehicle and can cause serious personal injury.

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