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Emissions warning
Amber outline engine block. · also called “emissions light”, “engine outline”
What it means on bmw
Emissions problem
Orange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the outlined engine (not filled in, unlike the engine management light) points to an emissions problem. Have the car checked.
Source · Independent reference BMW dashboard warning lights guide (dealer publication) · checked
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Questions about the Emissions warning symbol
- What does the Emissions warning symbol mean on BMW cars?
- Orange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the outlined engine (not filled in, unlike the engine management light) points to an emissions problem. Have the car checked.
- What does the Emissions warning symbol mean on Audi cars?
- A fault has been stored by the engine or emissions system; the symbol itself does not say which component. Arrange a diagnosis and avoid heavy load. A steady light with normal running is less urgent than a flashing light with rough running or a big loss of power, which calls for a safe stop. Note the symptoms before codes are cleared.
- What does the Emissions warning symbol mean on Škoda cars?
- The emission control system has a fault. The car may run in emergency mode with noticeably reduced engine performance. Continue driving carefully and seek a specialist garage.
- What does the Emissions warning symbol mean on CUPRA cars?
- Lit 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.
- Does the Emissions warning symbol mean the same on every appliance?
- No. On BMW cars it means: Emissions problem. On Audi cars it means: Check-engine light. On Škoda cars it means: Emission control fault. On CUPRA cars it means: Fault in the emissions control system.
- What does the Emissions warning symbol look like?
- Amber outline engine block. It is also called “emissions light” and “engine outline”.
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