Audi Warning Lights and Meanings (FULL list, Free Download)

There is a malfunction in the ABS or EDL. This also causes the ESC to malfunction. The brakes still function with their normal power, but ABS is not active.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light turns on, the park assist is not available or was interrupted. A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays.
The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area in front of the sensors and try to turn the system on again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

The indicator light in the instrument cluster monitors the safety systems such as the airbags (including the control modules, sensor, and wiring) and the belt tensioners. It turns on when you switch the ignition on and turns off after several seconds.
If the indicator light does not turn on when the ignition is switched on, does not turn off after several seconds, or turns on or flashes while driving, there may be a malfunction in one of the safety systems. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light turns on, a bulb has failed. The displayed message indicates the cause and possible solutions.
If one of the messages remains on, drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

If the indicator light blinks or turns on, there is a malfunction that is causing poor emissions quality and that could damage the catalytic converter.
Drive slowly to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction corrected.
The indicator light can also turn on if the fuel filler cap is not closed correctly.

When the ignition is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following is displayed on the vehicle information display.
● No key warning
● Low windshield-washer fluid warning
● Door open warning (when stopped)
● Trunk open warning
● Loose fuel cap
● Low tire pressure warning
● AWD warning If the master warning light illuminates and the message(s) are not visible on the vehicle information display, use the buttons located on the steering wheel to navigate the vehicle information display until the “Warnings” screen is displayed.

If the indicator light turns on, then there is a windshield wiper malfunction. The message that is also displayed indicates the cause and possible solutions.
If one of the messages does not turn off, drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

If the indicator light turns on, the engine will be automatically limited to the RPM displayed in the instrument cluster. This will protect the engine components, for example during a cold start or from overheating.

The light/rain sensor is malfunctioning.
When the AUTO light function is on, the low beams will remain switched on at all times for safety reasons. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

“Transmission: too hot. Please adapt driving style” The transmission temperature has increased significantly. Drive very cautiously or take a break from driving until the temperature returns to the normal range and the indicator light turns off.
“Transmission: malfunction! You can continue driving. See owner’s manual” There is a system malfunction in the transmission. You may continue driving. Drive to a dealer soon to have the malfunction corrected.
“Transmission: malfunction! You can continue driving with limited function. Please contact Service” The transmission is switching to emergency mode. This mode only shifts into certain gears or may no longer shift at all. The engine may stall. Drive to a dealer immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
“Transmission: malfunction! You can continue driving with limited function. No reverse gear” The transmission is switching to emergency mode. This mode only shifts into certain gears or may no longer shift at all. The engine may stall. You cannot engage the reverse gear. Drive to a dealer immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
“Transmission: malfunction! You can continue driving in D until engine is off” There is a selector lever malfunction. You cannot leave the selected position. Do not switch off the engine. Drive to a dealer immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

There is a malfunction in the driver’s door. Secure the vehicle before exiting by selecting the “P” selector lever position.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

There is a malfunction in the ABS or EDL. This also causes the ESC to malfunction. The brakes still function with their normal power, but ABS is not active.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light is displayed when there is a malfunction, the Audi pre-sense functions may be unavailable or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Bring the vehicle to a full stop, switch the ignition off, and clean the area in front of the sensors.
If the message still appears after switching the ignition on again, have an authorized repair facility correct the malfunction as soon as possible.

Fill the washer fluid for the windshield washer system and the headlight washer system* when the ignition is switched off.

If the indicator light turns on, there is a loss of pressure in at least one tire. Check the tires and replace if necessary. Check and correct the pressures of all four tires and store the pressure again.

There is a malfunction in the engine start system. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

There is a malfunction in the steering system. Steering may be more difficult or more sensitive.
Have the steering system checked immediately by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
Please note that the red indicator light may turn on after restarting the engine. Do not continue driving if it does.

There is a malfunction in the fuel tank system.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light turns on, there is a loss of pressure in at least one tire. Check the tires and replace if necessary. Check and correct the pressures of all four tires and store the pressure again .

There is a malfunction in the drive system. Drive slowly to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction corrected.

When you switch off the ESC, the indicator light turns on

If the lane departure warning intervenes multiple times when no steering activity is detected, the steering intervention request will provide a warning using audio and visual signals.
Take over the steering and keep your hands on the steering wheel so that you will be ready to steer at any time. The system may no longer be ready to provide warnings after a short time, and it will only become active again later.
If the driver does not take over steering, the lane departure warning will no longer be ready to provide warnings. If the vehicle is equipped with emergency assist and it is ready to function, it will be activated.

Adaptive light is not working. The headlights still function.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

There is a malfunction in the headlight range control system, which may cause glare for other drivers.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

The hill hold assist is temporarily unavailable.
Press the brake pedal to secure the vehicle from rolling away unintentionally.

A high load was placed on the brakes from driving downhill for a long period of time.
Follow the instructions in the message to utilize the engine braking effect and to relieve the brakes.

There is a malfunction in the parking brake. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
Do not park the vehicle on inclines and secure it against rolling before exiting the vehicle.

When you switch off the ESC, the indicator light turns on

If the indicator light is displayed when there is a malfunction, the adaptive cruise assist functions may be unavailable or limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area in front of the sensors and try to turn on the systems again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light is displayed when there is a malfunction, the distance warning functions may be unavailable or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area in front of the sensors and try to turn the system on again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

You may continue driving for the time being.
Check the engine oil level as soon as possible.
If the engine oil level is correct and the indicator light still turns on, drive at low engine speed to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.

Especially low outside temperatures are the main reason why fuel may get into the engine oil. The fuel can only evaporate from the engine oil if the engine oil temperature is high enough.
Drive in the “S” gear. Drive the engine at higher RPMs while avoiding full acceleration. You should drive for at least 30 minutes. The indicator light may not turn off during this time. Repeat the steps that are described at any time.
Have an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility repair the malfunction if the indicator light does not turn off after a few drives.

“Electrical system: malfunction! Restart not possible. Please contact Service”
If you switch the ignition off, you will not be able to restart the vehicle. Vehicle functions or driving stability may be limited. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately.
“Electrical system: malfunction! Please contact Service”
Switch off all electrical equipment that is not needed. If necessary, some equipment will be switched off automatically. Vehicle functions or driving stability may be limited. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately.
“Electrical system: malfunction! Please let engine run while vehicle is stationary. See owner’s manual”
Do not continue driving. The charge level of the vehicle battery may be very low. Let the engine run at idle for a few minutes until the indicator light turns off. Only in this way will the vehicle battery be charged enough again. If the message does not turn off after approximately five minutes, switch the engine off and see an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
“Electrical system: low battery charge. Battery will be charged while driving”
The starting ability may be impaired.
● If this message turns off after a little while, the vehicle battery has charged enough while driving.
● If the message does not turn off, drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

If the indicator light appears with a corresponding message, the vehicle key battery is drained and must be replaced.

The vehicle key was removed from the vehicle while the engine is running. If the vehicle key is no longer in the vehicle, you cannot switch the ignition on or start the engine once you stop it. You also cannot lock the vehicle from the outside.
Applies to: vehicles with Audi connect key: The vehicle key and the smartphone were removed from the vehicle while the engine is running. If the vehicle key and smartphone are no longer in the vehicle, you cannot switch the ignition on or restart the engine once you stop the engine. You also cannot lock the vehicle from the outside.

There is a malfunction. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance. (You can continue driving)

There is a malfunction in the electronic steering lock.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

There is a malfunction in the ABS or EDL. This also causes the ESC to malfunction. The brakes still function with their normal power, but ABS is not active.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light is displayed when there is a malfunction, the lane departure warning and lane guidance functions of the adaptive cruise functions may be unavailable or limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or the camera may be covered. Clean the area in front of the camera and try to turn on the systems again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light is displayed when there is a malfunction, the side assist and exit warning system functions may be unavailable or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the sensor area at the rear corners of the vehicle and try to turn the systems on again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light is displayed when there is a malfunction, the emergency assist functions may be unavailable or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area in front of the sensors and try to turn the system on again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light is displayed when there is a malfunction, the parking aid functions may be unavailable or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area in front of the sensors and try to turn on the systems again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

If the indicator light is displayed when there is a malfunction, the rear cross-traffic assist functions may be unavailable or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area of the sensors at the rear corners of the vehicle and try to turn the system on again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

“Emergency call function: malfunction! Limited availability. Please contact Service.”
If this indicator light turns on and this message appears, the emergency call function is restricted. For example, you cannot call the emergency call center, but data may still be transmitted under certain circumstances. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
“Emergency call function: malfunction! Function unavailable. Please contact Service.”
If this indicator light turns on and this message appears, you cannot make an emergency call. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.

“Oil level sensor: oil change necessary. Please contact Service.”
Fuel has entered the engine oil. This will cause the engine oil level to rise slowly and the engine oil quality to decrease. Do not extract engine oil to reduce the level, because this will increase the risk of engine damage. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have engine oil extracted.
“Oil level system: malfunction! Please contact Service.”
The sensor that checks the engine oil level has malfunctioned. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.
“Oil pressure sensor: malfunction! Please contact Service.”
The sensor that checks the engine oil pressure has malfunctioned. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.