Light / rain sensor fault

Questions about the Light / rain sensor fault symbol

What does the Light / rain sensor fault symbol mean on Audi cars?

The automatic headlight or automatic wiper sensor has a fault. The headlights stay on dipped beam even with the switch on AUTO, but high beam still works manually, and the wipers still work in their manual settings.

What does the Light / rain sensor fault symbol mean on Škoda cars?

The light and rain sensor has a fault. Switch the ignition off and on again; if the light stays on, seek a specialist garage.

What does the Light / rain sensor fault symbol mean on Volkswagen cars?

Lights yellow when the rain and light sensor has a fault, so automatic lights and wipers may not work. Have it checked.

Does the Light / rain sensor fault symbol mean the same on every appliance?

No. On Audi cars it means: Light or rain sensor fault. On Škoda cars it means: Light/rain sensor fault. On Volkswagen cars it means: Rain/light sensor fault.

What does the Light / rain sensor fault symbol look like?

Amber shaded headlamp shape next to a smaller lamp outline. It is also called “automatic headlights”, “light sensor” and “rain sensor”.

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

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