Brake pad wear warning

Questions about the Brake pad wear warning symbol

What does the Brake pad wear warning symbol mean on BMW cars?

Orange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the brake pads are probably worn and due for replacement. Book a brake service.

What does the Brake pad wear warning symbol mean on Audi cars?

The brake pads are worn and need attention. Have the brakes inspected soon, before the worn pads start damaging the discs. Grinding, pulling or a change in braking makes it more urgent. The light does not show how much is left on each pad.

What does the Brake pad wear warning symbol mean on Škoda cars?

The brake pads have worn down to their limit. Drive with extra care to a specialist garage and have the pads replaced.

What does the Brake pad wear warning symbol mean on Volkswagen cars?

Lights yellow when the brake pads are worn. Go to a workshop straight away and have all brake pads checked and replaced if necessary.

Does the Brake pad wear warning symbol mean the same on every appliance?

No. On BMW cars it means: Brake pads worn. On Audi cars it means: Brake pad wear. On Škoda cars it means: Brake pads worn. On Volkswagen cars it means: Brake pads worn.

What does the Brake pad wear warning symbol look like?

Amber circle outline with dashed arcs on its left and right sides. It is also called “brake lining” and “brake wear”.

Checked against the source · Nov 11, 2026 · How we verify

• 120 km/h warning light (amber)Dashboard lights
• 2H indicator (white)Dashboard lights
• 4H four-wheel drive indicator (amber)Dashboard lights
• ABS text (amber)Dashboard lights
• ABS warningDashboard lights
• ACC adapting to road courseDashboard lights
• ACC braking insufficientDashboard lights
• ACC junction adaptationDashboard lights

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