CUPRA automotive symbols
CUPRA: dashboard warning and indicator lights, vehicle controls and car-related marks.
CUPRA red warning lights14
Red usually means a serious fault or a safety warning. Stop when it is safe and check the light's meaning before driving on.
AdBlue level low, bottle (red)3 meaningsAdBlue level low, bottle (red)The indicator lamp lights up red and the engine cannot be restarted. Stop the vehicle in a suitable, safe, flat area and top up the minimum required quantity of AdBlue. If the wrench lamp lights up together with it, there is a fault in the AdBlue system: the engine cannot be restarted and you need to go to a specialised workshop to have the system checked.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
AdBlue system fault wrench (red)Dashboard lightsAdBlue system fault wrench (red)Shown together with the red AdBlue lamp: both control lamps light up red and indicate a fault in the AdBlue system. The engine cannot be restarted. Go to a specialised workshop and get the system checked.On CUPRA
Central warning (red triangle)9 meaningsCentral warning (red triangle)Lights up red or flashes, possibly with audio warnings or a text message. Stop driving, check the faulty function and seek specialist assistance as soon as possible. Ignoring warning lamps may cause faults, stalling in traffic, accidents or serious injury.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Charging / battery warning21 meaningsCharging / battery warningStop driving. For the 12-volt battery, the lamp lights up red with a message about the 12-V power supply and asks you to park safely. For the 48-volt battery, it lights red with a possible fire-risk message if the battery is too hot, or when an error occurs while driving.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Coolant temperature warning (red)14 meaningsCoolant temperature warning (red)Stop driving at the first safe opportunity: the engine coolant temperature is too high or the level is too low. On hybrids, the lamps also flash red for a fault in the high-voltage cooling circuit. Switch off the engine, let it cool and check the coolant level in the expansion tank. Do not add coolant to the high-voltage circuit if it is low; seek specialist help. If the lamp stays on with the correct level, do not keep driving.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Deep discharge of the high-voltage battery (red charging station)Dashboard lightsDeep discharge of the high-voltage battery (red charging station)The lamp lights up red and a message is displayed. The high-voltage battery can be damaged if, for example, the vehicle is not used for a long time. Charge the high-voltage battery immediately.On CUPRA
Driver attention monitor stage 2 and 3 (red eye with !)Dashboard lightsDriver attention monitor stage 2 and 3 (red eye with !)Stage 2 (risk detected): depending on the configuration an audible warning may be issued, and a red warning lamp is shown on the instrument cluster with a text message. Stage 3 (serious risk): an audio signal sounds and the red warning lamp and message are shown. In both stages, stop making operating inputs and pay attention to the traffic.On CUPRA
Drowsiness monitor warning level 2 and 3 (red coffee cup)Dashboard lightsDrowsiness monitor warning level 2 and 3 (red coffee cup)Level 2: the system has detected that the driver is becoming increasingly tired. An audible signal sounds and a red warning lamp and a text message are shown on the instrument cluster; consider taking a break soon. Level 3: serious risk identified; an audible signal sounds and a red warning lamp and message are shown. Stop driving as soon as possible and go urgently to the nearest place where you can take a break.On CUPRA
Emergency Assist active with lane guidanceDashboard lightsEmergency Assist active with lane guidanceLights up on the instrument cluster when the driver has not reacted to the prompts to take control and the system is regulating: it brakes the vehicle and keeps it in its lane, with lane guidance activated. You can cancel the intervention at any time by moving the steering wheel, accelerating or braking. Other road users are warned by the hazard warning lights and, depending on speed, the horn. Once the vehicle has stopped, the electronic parking brake and gear position P are engaged and all doors are unlocked.On CUPRA
Engine oil level / oil pressure warning15 meaningsEngine oil level / oil pressure warningLights up red: the oil pressure is too low. Do not carry on driving; switch off the engine and check the oil level. If the lamp flashes with three audible warnings, switch off and check the level. If it flashes although the level is correct, stop driving, do not even idle the engine, and seek assistance.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Engine oil sensor warning4 meaningsEngine oil sensor warningThe warning flashes red with the message "Add engine oil now". Do not carry on driving, as the engine could be damaged. Stop safely, switch off the engine, check the oil level and add oil gradually if needed.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Parking brake warning18 meaningsParking brake warningStop driving. The lamp lights up red and a message may appear. If the brake fluid level is too low, stop driving, check the level and seek specialist help if it is low. If the electromechanical brake servo is not working, press the brake pedal hard because the braking distance increases, and get professional help immediately.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Seat belt reminder11 meaningsSeat belt reminderReminds occupants to fasten their seat belts. If 25 km/h (15 mph) is exceeded after moving off with the driver or front passenger belt unfastened, or a belt is unfastened while driving, an audible signal sounds for 126 seconds and the lamp flashes. The lamp goes out when the ignition is on and all occupants have fastened their belts.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Take over steering now (red hands on wheel)2 meaningsTake over steering now (red hands on wheel)Red warning shown when the steering wheel has been released for a long time or the system limits have been reached: take hold of the steering wheel immediately. An audio warning or steering wheel vibration may accompany it, depending on the situation.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
CUPRA amber and yellow warning lights21
Amber or yellow usually means a fault or a reminder: the car can normally be driven, but have it checked soon.
ABS warning18 meaningsABS warningLights up yellow: the ABS is not working properly or at all; contact a workshop. The brakes still work without ABS.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
AdBlue level low, bottle (amber)3 meaningsAdBlue level low, bottle (amber)The indicator lamp lights up yellow: top up AdBlue within the number of kilometres or miles indicated. If the wrench lamp lights up yellow together with it, there is a fault in the AdBlue system or non-conforming AdBlue fluid has been added; go to a specialised workshop to have the system checked.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
AdBlue system fault wrench (amber)Dashboard lightsAdBlue system fault wrench (amber)Shown together with the yellow AdBlue lamp: both control lamps light up yellow. There is a fault in the AdBlue system or non-conforming AdBlue fluid has been added. Go to a specialised workshop and get the system checked.On CUPRA
Airbag / belt tensioner fault (amber seated occupant)2 meaningsAirbag / belt tensioner fault (amber seated occupant)The lamp on the instrument cluster indicates a fault in the airbag or seat belt tensioner system. It lights up briefly when the ignition is switched on; if it stays on or flashes, have the system checked immediately.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Battery / charging warning (amber)4 meaningsBattery / charging warning (amber)Yellow: the 12-volt battery is not charged, the charge is low, the supply is limited or there is a fault, with a message. Driving is limited: switch off non-essential consumers and have the electrical system checked. For the 48-volt battery, the lamp lights yellow while stationary for errors or low charge.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Brake system fault (amber)5 meaningsBrake system fault (amber)Two faults share this symbol. A yellow lamp means a fault in the electronic parking brake. A fault in the electromechanical brake servo makes the brake pedal harder to press and lengthens the braking distance; in either case contact a workshop.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Central warning (amber triangle)7 meaningsCentral warning (amber triangle)Yellow central lamp that lights up or flashes, with audio or text warnings. Operating faults or missing fluids can damage the vehicle. Check the function soon and visit a workshop if needed.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Drowsiness monitor limited or unavailable (amber coffee cup)Dashboard lightsDrowsiness monitor limited or unavailable (amber coffee cup)An audio signal sounds and a yellow control light appears with a text message: the availability of the drowsiness monitor is restricted. If it is not available, the yellow lamp appears together with the yellow centre lamp. Cause is a fault or malfunction: deactivate and reactivate the vehicle drive system. If the problem persists, visit a qualified workshop.On CUPRA
Emissions warning4 meaningsEmissions warningLit yellow: there is a fault in the emissions control system; reduce speed and drive carefully to a workshop. Flashing yellow: combustion misfires that can damage the catalytic converter; reduce speed and drive carefully to a workshop.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Engine oil level sensor / oil too high (amber)3 meaningsEngine oil level sensor / oil too high (amber)Lit yellow: the oil level is too low; check it as soon as possible and change the oil when able. Yellow warning with a message: the level is too high; stop safely, switch off the engine and do not keep it running. Flashing yellow: the oil level sensor is faulty; have it checked and check the level at each refuel.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Glow plug warning9 meaningsGlow plug warningLit yellow: the engine is preheating and can be started when the lamp goes out. Flashing yellow: there is a fault in the diesel engine management; have it checked soon.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
High-voltage battery charge low (amber)5 meaningsHigh-voltage battery charge low (amber)The control lamp lights up yellow with a message. When it shows the remaining range, the high-voltage battery charge has reached the reserve level. It also appears when the battery is discharged. Charge the high-voltage battery.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Lane departure warning or Travel Assist not available (lane marks, gauge and !)Dashboard lightsLane departure warning or Travel Assist not available (lane marks, gauge and !)This one symbol is listed for two meanings: the lane departure warning is not available, or Travel Assist is not available. For Travel Assist the lamp lights yellow with a related message in the instrument cluster. Listed causes are a sensor fault, a fault or defect (switch the engine off and on again) or system limits being exceeded. If the problem persists, consult a specialised workshop.On CUPRA
Low tyre pressure (amber outline tyre)5 meaningsLow tyre pressure (amber outline tyre)Low pressure: the lamp lights up yellow with an audible warning and a message; stop in a safe place and check all tyres. Monitor fault: the lamp flashes for about one minute and then stays on yellow; recalibrate the system or go to a workshop.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Particulate filter (amber filter box)2 meaningsParticulate filter (amber filter box)Lights up yellow when the particulate filter is blocked. Self-cleaning needs suitable driving, so avoid only making short trips.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Passenger airbag off3 meaningsPassenger airbag offThe lamp in the roof console shows that the front passenger airbag is deactivated. Check whether it should stay switched off.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Passenger airbag on3 meaningsPassenger airbag onThe lamp shows that the front passenger airbag is activated; it goes out 60 seconds after the ignition is switched on.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Power limited (turtle)5 meaningsPower limited (turtle)Lights up yellow: performance is limited, for example because the high-voltage battery is not sufficiently charged or has reached its operating temperature limit, such as in very cold outside temperatures. A related warning shows when system power is limited because the combustion engine cannot be used.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Range calculation failure (amber charging station)Dashboard lightsRange calculation failure (amber charging station)The control lamp lights up yellow and a message is displayed. There is a fault in the range calculation. Contact a specialised workshop.On CUPRA
Steering defect (amber wheel with !)2 meaningsSteering defect (amber wheel with !)The control lamp lights up or flashes yellow: the steering is stiffer or reacts more sensitively than usual. If it stays lit, restart the engine and drive slowly for a short distance; contact a specialist workshop if it remains on. It may also appear after the 12-volt battery was disconnected and reconnected; drive slowly for a short distance. If it flashes, turn the steering wheel slightly from one side to the other and switch the ignition off and on; if it keeps flashing after the ignition is switched on, do not continue driving and seek specialist assistance.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Vehicle sound fault (amber car with speaker)Dashboard lightsVehicle sound fault (amber car with speaker)The warning lamp lights up yellow with the message that pedestrians cannot hear the vehicle. There is a vehicle sound fault: drive with utmost care, as other road users may not be able to hear the electric vehicle, and go immediately to a specialised workshop to have the fault repaired.On CUPRA
CUPRA green indicator lights5
Green usually shows that a system is switched on and working, such as lights, cruise control or a driving mode.
Cruise control active (green gauge with arrow)2 meaningsCruise control active (green gauge with arrow)Shown on the instrument cluster together with the saved speed when the cruise control system is switched on. Green means the system is switched on and regulation is active. If no speed is saved, three dashes are shown instead of a speed.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Press the brake pedal (green)2 meaningsPress the brake pedal (green)Green: the brake pedal is not depressed, for example when changing the selector lever position. Press the brake pedal to select a gear.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Speed limiter active (green gauge with LIM)Dashboard lightsSpeed limiter active (green gauge with LIM)Shown on the instrument cluster together with the saved speed. Green means the speed limiter is switched on and active. If you press the accelerator fully beyond the point of resistance and the saved speed is exceeded, the green indicator flashes and an audible warning signal may sound; the limiter is reactivated automatically when the speed falls back below the set speed.On CUPRA
Trailer turn signals (solid arrows with 1)Dashboard lightsTrailer turn signals (solid arrows with 1)Indicator for the trailer turn signals, which flash together with the vehicle turn signals. If a trailer turn signal fails, this indicator stops flashing, instead of the vehicle turn signal flashing at double speed.On CUPRA
Vehicle charging (green plug)Dashboard lightsVehicle charging (green plug)The charging process indicator is displayed on the instrument cluster during charging. Green means the connector is plugged in and the charging process is active.On CUPRA
CUPRA white indicator lights6
White usually shows a system's status: ready, on standby or temporarily unavailable.
Driver attention monitor stage 1 (white eye with !)Dashboard lightsDriver attention monitor stage 1 (white eye with !)Distraction detected. Depending on the configuration, an audible warning may be issued. A white control lamp and a text message are shown on the instrument cluster screen. Stop making operating inputs and pay attention to the traffic. The text message is displayed for 4 to 6 seconds.On CUPRA
Drowsiness monitor warning level 1 (white coffee cup)Dashboard lightsDrowsiness monitor warning level 1 (white coffee cup)Level 1: the system has detected that the driver is becoming tired. An audible signal sounds and a white control lamp and a text message are shown on the instrument cluster; consider taking a break. The white lamp and a message also appear when the driver has been driving for 4.5 hours without a break and without any recognised fatigue.On CUPRA
Electric mode not available (E in a slashed circle)Dashboard lightsElectric mode not available (E in a slashed circle)The indicator lamp lights up white. Electric mode (driving in electric mode) cannot be used temporarily because one or more conditions are not met; meet the conditions for using the electric mode.On CUPRA
Hill descent assist3 meaningsHill descent assistLights up white when HDC is active. Grey means HDC is on but not acting because the required conditions are not met. After starting the descent of a steep hill at less than 30 km/h (18 mph), the system activates automatically if neither pedal is pressed and holds the speed in the 2-30 km/h range.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Plugged in, not charging (white plug)Dashboard lightsPlugged in, not charging (white plug)The charging process indicator is displayed on the instrument cluster during charging. White means the connector is plugged in but no charging process is active.On CUPRA
Take over steering (white hands on wheel)2 meaningsTake over steering (white hands on wheel)The warning lamp lights up white and a message appears in the instrument cluster: the steering wheel was released for a few seconds. Take hold of the steering wheel and take control of the vehicle.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
CUPRA grey indicator lights4
Grey usually shows a system that is switched on but not active right now.
Auto Hold switched on (grey AUTO HOLD)Dashboard lightsAuto Hold switched on (grey AUTO HOLD)The lamp on the instrument cluster lights up grey when the Auto Hold function is switched on. The function holds the vehicle at a standstill and prevents it from moving without the brake pedal having to be kept pressed. The lamp of the button remains on while the function is connected. When Auto Hold is active and holding the vehicle, the lamp lights up green.On CUPRA
Cruise control switched on, not regulating (grey gauge with arrow)Dashboard lightsCruise control switched on, not regulating (grey gauge with arrow)Shown on the instrument cluster together with the saved speed when the cruise control system is switched on. Grey means the system is switched on but regulation is not active. If no speed is saved, three dashes are shown instead of a speed.On CUPRA
Lane Assist passive (grey car between lane marks)Dashboard lightsLane Assist passive (grey car between lane marks)The control lamp lights up grey when the lane departure warning system is switched to passive and is not available for guidance. When it lights up green the Lane Assist system is active and available; yellow means the system is intervening by adjusting the steering.On CUPRA
Speed limiter not active (grey gauge with LIM)Dashboard lightsSpeed limiter not active (grey gauge with LIM)Shown on the instrument cluster together with the saved speed. Grey means the speed limiter is switched on but regulation is not active.On CUPRA