Dashboard lights symbols
Clear filtersAWD warning light (amber)Dashboard lightsAWD warning light (amber)On: AWD malfunction, or large size difference between front and rear tyres; have it checked. Flashing (or "4WD system high-load"): differential oil too hot or large front/rear wheel speed difference, e.g. stuck in mud; park safely and resume once it stops; if it continues, contact an expert repairer.On Mazda
Active Cruise Control warningDashboard lightsActive Cruise Control warningOrange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; pay closer attention to the road or put your hands back on the steering wheel.On BMW
Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go indicatorDashboard lightsActive Cruise Control with Stop&Go indicatorGreen or blue: shows a system that is switched on and working normally. The adaptive cruise control is switched on.On BMW
Active emergency braking (amber)Dashboard lightsActive emergency braking (amber)Lit: the system is deactivated or has a fault, and a message is shown; check the reason or seek the assistance of a workshop. It also lights when the front seat belts are unfastened, as the system is then deactivated. Flashing: the system is actively braking the vehicle.On Opel
Active emergency braking unavailableDashboard lightsActive emergency braking unavailableLights amber to show a fault in, or the unavailability of, the active emergency braking function, depending on the vehicle.On Renault
Active roll stabilization fault (amber)Dashboard lightsActive roll stabilization fault (amber)The roll stabilization has been deactivated because the electrical system or the stabilization itself is under heavy load. It is part of the electromechanically controlled air suspension and limits body roll in bends and quick evasive moves, depending on the drive mode. If the light stays on for a long time or comes back after switching the ignition off and on, the system needs servicing.On Audi
AdBlue (amber drop over exhaust)2 meaningsAdBlue (amber drop over exhaust)Lit: the remaining AdBlue range is between 500 and 1500 miles (about 800 to 2400 km). Flashing: the remaining range is between 0 and 500 miles (about 0 to 800 km). Refill AdBlue soon, otherwise the engine will not be able to start.Differs by brand.On Opel
AdBlue (text over waves)Dashboard lightsAdBlue (text over waves)On BlueHDi diesels, orange. On for about 30 s at start with a range message: 1,500 to 500 miles (2,400 to 800 km) left, top up. Steady with a chime: 500 to 62 miles (800 to 100 km) left, top up soon. Flashing: under 62 miles (100 km), top up or the engine will not start; with "starting prevented" the tank is empty, add at least 10 litres. With the engine light steady it signals an SCR fault: up to 685 miles (1,100 km) before starting is blocked, so have it checked by a dealer or qualified workshop without delay.On Peugeot
AdBlue empty (red)Dashboard lightsAdBlue empty (red)Shown together with a text message. In red, the car will not start again until AdBlue has been added; refill the tank.On Audi
AdBlue fault (amber)Dashboard lightsAdBlue fault (amber)Either the wrong fluid has gone into the AdBlue tank or a fault has been found in the system; a text message explains which. The system has to be purged or repaired by trained technicians.On Audi
AdBlue fault (red)Dashboard lightsAdBlue fault (red)Either the wrong fluid has gone into the AdBlue tank or a fault has been found in the system; a text message explains which. In red the problem is serious and the car cannot be started. The system has to be purged or repaired by trained technicians.On Audi
AdBlue fault (white, wrench)Dashboard lightsAdBlue fault (white, wrench)With the wrench, the AdBlue light means the wrong fluid has been filled or a fault was found. Trained technicians must purge or service the system. If the same symbol is red, the fault is more serious and the engine will not start.On Audi
AdBlue fault, text (amber)Dashboard lightsAdBlue fault, text (amber)There is a problem with the AdBlue system used by the diesel exhaust-cleaning (SCR) system. Have it checked by a dealer or qualified workshop.On Audi
AdBlue fault, text (red)Dashboard lightsAdBlue fault, text (red)The AdBlue emissions system needs attention straight away; carrying on risks damage to the engine or its exhaust-cleaning system. Only a dealer or qualified workshop can repair it.On Audi
AdBlue level low (white bottle)Dashboard lightsAdBlue level low (white bottle)Lights white when the AdBlue level is low; refill when convenient. If you do not refill, yellow and then red warnings follow.On Volkswagen
AdBlue level low, bottle (amber)3 meaningsAdBlue level low, bottle (amber)Diesel cars with AdBlue: the AdBlue level is low. Top up with AdBlue.Differs by brand.On Škoda
AdBlue level low, bottle (red)3 meaningsAdBlue level low, bottle (red)Lights up (red, or amber in the less urgent version) when the AdBlue level is low. Top up with AdBlue.Differs by brand.On Škoda
AdBlue low (amber)Dashboard lightsAdBlue low (amber)Shown together with a text message about the AdBlue level. In amber the fluid is low and little driving distance remains; refill soon.On Audi
AdBlue low (white)Dashboard lightsAdBlue low (white)Audi's AdBlue symbols drop the text because a message accompanies them. This bottle version in white shows that the AdBlue level is low and needs topping up. If it turns red, the car will not start until fluid has been added.On Audi
AdBlue low (white, text)Dashboard lightsAdBlue low (white, text)AdBlue is the urea fluid the diesel exhaust cleaning (SCR) system needs. Shown in white, the light means the fluid is running low; a message usually shows how far the car can still be driven.On Audi
AdBlue low, text (amber)Dashboard lightsAdBlue low, text (amber)The AdBlue level is low and only a short distance can be driven before it runs out. Refill soon.On Audi
AdBlue refill needed, text (red)Dashboard lightsAdBlue refill needed, text (red)Fluid has to be added to the AdBlue tank; without it the engine's exhaust emissions will be far too high.On Audi
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
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
AdBlue system fault, bottle (amber)Dashboard lightsAdBlue system fault, bottle (amber)Diesel cars with AdBlue: the AdBlue system has a fault. Seek a specialist garage.On Škoda