Coolant temperature warning (red)

Questions about the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on BMW cars?

When the thermometer-in-water symbol turns orange or red, the engine is in danger of overheating, which can cause severe engine damage. Stop safely and have the cooling system checked before driving on.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Audi cars?

Coolant may be low, the engine may be overheating, or the level or temperature reading may be faulty. Follow the stop instruction and switch off for overheating or fast coolant loss. Never open the coolant cap while the engine is hot; a reservoir that looks full or a normal gauge does not cancel the warning.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Škoda cars?

Lights up together with the red triangle. With an overheating message the engine is too hot: do not continue driving. With a coolant-check message the coolant level is too low: check the coolant level.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Volkswagen cars?

Lit with the red central warning and a message, or flashing red: the coolant level is wrong or the coolant system has a fault. Do not drive on: stop, switch off the engine, let it cool and check the coolant level. Get expert help if the level is correct but the light stays on.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Volvo cars?

The red thermometer symbol lights when the engine temperature is too high.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Peugeot cars?

Lights red and steady (on instrument panels other than the matrix type) when the cooling system temperature is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, wait a few minutes before switching off, and let the engine cool down before topping up the coolant if needed. If the problem persists, get help from a dealer or qualified workshop.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Opel cars?

Lit with the engine running: stop and switch off the engine, as the coolant temperature is too high. Check the coolant level; if it is sufficient, consult a workshop.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Dacia cars?

The indicator is blue at first, when the ignition is turned on or the engine started. A switch to red means the engine is too hot: pull over and leave the engine idling for a minute or two. Once the temperature falls, the light should go out or go back to blue. If it does not, shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before checking the coolant level, then contact an approved dealer.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on CUPRA cars?

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.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on MG cars?

When this lamp illuminates red, the coolant temperature is high, which could result in severe engine damage. Stop the car as soon as safety permits, switch off the START/STOP switch and contact an MG Authorised Repairer immediately. If this lamp flashes, the coolant temperature sensor has a failure; stop the car as soon as safety permits.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Suzuki cars?

Comes on with a message and buzzer when the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe place and follow the overheating procedure.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Omoda / Jaecoo cars?

Engine coolant temperature is high. Drive to a safe area and stop, let the engine idle for several minutes, then turn the vehicle power OFF. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorised service centre immediately.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Jeep cars?

The engine coolant temperature is too high, with a chime. Pull over safely, turn off the A/C, shift into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean on Citroën cars?

Lit steadily: cooling system temperature is too high. Go to a workshop; wait for the engine to cool before topping up the coolant. If the light persists, stop the vehicle.

Does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol mean the same on every appliance?

No. On BMW cars it means: Engine overheating (orange or red). On Audi cars it means: Coolant level or temperature. On Škoda cars it means: Coolant overheating or level too low. On Volkswagen cars it means: Coolant system fault. On Volvo cars it means: High engine temperature. On Peugeot cars it means: Coolant temperature too high. On Opel cars it means: Coolant temperature too high. On Dacia cars it means: Coolant temperature warning light (red). On CUPRA cars it means: Fault in the engine or high-voltage coolant system. On MG cars it means: High coolant temperature. On Suzuki cars it means: Engine overheating. On Omoda / Jaecoo cars it means: High coolant temperature. On Jeep cars it means: Engine overheating. On Citroën cars it means: Maximum coolant temperature.

What does the Coolant temperature warning (red) symbol look like?

Red thermometer standing in two rows of waves. It is also called “coolant temperature high” and “engine overheating”.

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