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Audi Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Audi Symbols

So, what is that light on your dashboard? What follows is easily the most complete list available of symbols and warnings that may appear in and on your car’s dashboard or instrument cluster.

The following are warning lights and indicators found in vehicles built by Audi. Click the link to the right of each one to learn more.

How They Are Presented

They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray), but there are nearly 130 of them, so be patient!

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Serious trouble or fault indicators
Charging System Trouble Indicator SymbolCharge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Trouble IndicatorBrake trouble indicators -- click for moreBrake Temperature IndicatorBrake Trouble Indicator Canada
Park Brake IndicatorPark brake indicator -- click for more
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning lights -- click for moreLow oil pressure indicatorLow Oil Level Symbol
Engine Oil Level SensorMore oil warning lights -- click for moreEngine Oil level Minimum Indicator
Temperature Warning Light SymbolEngine temperature indicators -- click for moreEngine arm up indicator
EPC Indicator SymbolElectronic power control or engine speed control indicators -- click for moreElectronic Power Control
Common and routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminders -- click for moreRear seat unoccupied indicator#colspan#
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for moreAir Bag Indicator Symbol
Security Lock IndicatorSecurity indicator -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor, hood or trunk lid ajar indicator -- click for moreHood ajar indicator
Frost Warning IndicatorFrost warning indicator -- click for more
Low Coolant IndicatorLow coolant warning indicator -- click for more
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicator -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow windshield washer fluid indicators -- click for moreWasher fluid low indicator
Trouble and fault indicators
Master Warning SymbolMaster warning light -- click for more
Loose wheel indicatorLoose wheel warning indicator -- click for more
Park brake malfunctionPark brake trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Pad Wear Warning SymbolLow brake pad indicator -- click for more
Door malfunction indicatorDriver's door malfunction indicator -- click for more
Malfunction Indicator SymbolEngine malfunction indicator -- click for moreCheck engine light
Check Gas Cap IndicatorCheck gas cap indicator -- click for moreCheck Gas Cap Indicator
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicators -- click for moreESC OFF indicatorStability control indicator
Dynamic Traction Control IndicatorDynamic traction control indicator -- click for more
Drivetrain Trouble IndicatorTransmission or drivetrain trouble indicator -- click for more
Steering Trouble IndicatorSteering trouble indicator -- click for more
Steering Lock IndicatorSteering lock indicator -- click for more
Engine Start System FaultEngine start system fault indicators -- click for moreEngine Start Symbol Fault 2Engine start system
Low Fob BatteryLow key battery indicator -- click for more
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for moreTPMS Malfunction Indicator
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicator -- click for moreABS Trouble Indicator US
Suspension fault indicatorSuspension fault indicator -- click for more
Wiper failure indicatorWindshield wiper fault indicator -- click for more
Light or rain sensor fault indicatorRain sensor fault indicator -- click for more
Convertible Top IndicatorPower top trouble light -- click for more
SOS IndicatorSOS feature malfunction indicator -- click for more
Emergency assist indicatorEmergency assist indicators -- click for moreEmergency assist fault
Child safety lock malfunctionChild safety lock malfunction -- click for moreChild safety lock malfunction
Driver assist and accessory system indicators
start stop indicatorAuto start stop indicators -- click for moreStart stop indicatorStart stop fault indicator
Night Vision Pedestrian WarningNight vision assist indicators -- click for moreNight Vision Animal Warning
Night vision on indicatorMore night vision assist indicators -- click for moreNight vision fault indicator
Traffic sign recognition fault indicatorTraffic sign recognition fault indicator -- click for more
Audi presense fault indicatorAudi pre-sense fault indicators -- click for moreAudi pre sense fault indicator
Blind spot or side assist faultAudi side assist malfunction indicator -- click for more
Lane keeping indicatorActive lane assist indicators -- click for moreLane Departure Symbol
Congestion AssistCongestion assist indicators -- click for more
Distance warning indicatorDistance warning indicator -- click for moreDistance warning indicator
Cross traffic assist indicatorCross traffic alert indicator -- click for more
Predictive Efficiency AssistPredictive efficiency assist indicators -- click for moreEfficiency assist exit
Efficiency assist circleMore predictive efficiency assist indicators -- click for moreEfficiency assist intersection
Adaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive cruise control indicators -- click for moreCurve speed adaptCollision warning indicator
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicators -- click for moreCruise Control Indicator
Speed warning indicatorSpeed warning indicator -- click for more
Suspension MalfunctionSuspension control indicators -- click for moreActive Suspension Warning
Sport Differential WarningSport differential warning indicator -- click for more
Parking Assistance SymbolPark distance control -- click for morePark assist offPark assist failure
Electric and hybrid vehicle indicators
EV system fault indicator High voltage (EV) system fault indicators -- click for moreEV System Indicator
EV mode indicatorEV or hybrid mode indicators -- click for moreHybrid mode standbyEV mode unavailable indicator
Combustion engine operation indicatorMore EV or hybrid mode indicators -- click for moreBattery hold indicator
Automatic hybrid operation indicatorAnd still more EV or hybrid mode indicators -- click for moreAutomatic hybrid operation
Charge cord connectedEV charging indicators -- click for moreCharging Indicator Symbol
Power Limitation IndicatorPower limitation indicator -- click for more
Low Battery WarningLow charge warning -- click for more
Pedestrian Sound IndicatorExternal sound fault indicator -- click for more
Diesel indicators
Glow Plug Indicator SymbolGlow plug indicator -- click for more
Diesel Particulate Filter symbolDiesel particulate filter -- click for more
AdBlue Maintenance IndicatorAdBlue indicators -- click for moreAdBlue fill indicator
Lighting indicators
Headlamp outLamp out indicator -- click for more
Adaptive headlamp faultAdaptive headlamp system fault -- click for more
Headlight Levelling System WarningHeadlamp leveling fault indicator -- click for more
Light or rain sensor fault indicatorAutomatic headlamp dimmer fault -- click for more
Fog Lamp Indicator SymbolFog lamps activated-- click for more
Tail Light Indicator CanadaPark lamps on indicator -- click for more
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
Automatic high beamsAuto headlamp dimmer indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh beam indicator -- click for more

Models examined include the A1, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q2, Q3, Q4, Q5, Q7, Q8, RS, S3, S4, S5, and TT.

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2020/02/audi-warning-lights-and-symbols/

Start a Volkswagen or Audi with a Dead Key Fob

How to Start a Volkswagen or Audi with a Dead Key Fob

Starting Your Volkswagen or Audi

Audi SlotEarly Audi models use a slot in the dashboard but do not use a Start/Stop button. The fob itself is pushed to start or stop the car. If the key fob battery is dead, the vehicle will already recognize the fob when inserted.

Audi and Volkswagen models that use the Start/Stop button and have a slot in the dashboard, as shown, insert the fob into the dashboard slot and press it to start while depressing the brake pedal as if the fob were the Start/Stop button. The actual Start/Stop ignition button is disabled.

Radiating KeyIn models that do not feature a slot for the fob, look for the symbol of a key with lines radiating from it, as shown. It will be to the right of the steering column on the dashboard (Audi) or on the right side of the steering column itself (VW).

In the latest Audi Q7, the symbol is just in front of the center console storage area. Touch the tip or the back of the fob to the symbol – or in the case of Q7 simply drop the fob on the symbol – and press the Start/Stop button while depressing the brake pedal, all at the same time.

Audi A5 Q5 start markIn 2018, the mark is moved to the driver’s side cup holder in the Audi A5 and Q5. This is also true of the A3 and Q3 beginning about 2021. The all electric eTron GT uses this mark as well. The mark is smaller and shaded and so a bit difficult to see. As with the Q7, the key fob can be dropped into the cup holder, and starting the car becomes a one hand (and one foot) operation. Press the Start/Stop button while stepping on the brake. It took two tries to before the key fob was recognized in our test car, but it did work.

A5 Bavk up spotHowever, in 2019, the A5 now has the mark at the front of the center console storage area, as shown to the right. Again the key fob can be dropped onto the spot, and starting the car needs only a single hand (and foot). Press the Start/Stop button while stepping on the brake. Our test car started first time in this case.

Audi new slotThe new (2019) Q8, and now the Q7, also has the marking in a cup holder. It is the front one in this case. However, we noted a slot between the cup holders adjacent to the 12 volt power outlet and shaped very much like the key fob, Sure enough, the fob was recognized when placed inside the slot.

eTron back up markModels are now being electrified. The e-tron GT uses the front cup as in the images above. However, the original e-tron and e-tron Sportback the mark is found in front of the of the cup holders (right). We have not had access to all electric models, but a back up location will likely be found in or near the cup holders.

Audi A4, S4 key fob markBy 2023, the A4 and S4 models sport the mark on the center console, just in front of the console storage area.

All this is to say that there will be a mark somewhere in all Audi and VW models, and in all likelihood if it is not found on the dashboard or the side of the steering column, it is most likely to be found somewhere on the console area.

ID4 mark2ID4 mark1The mark in Volkswagen’s new ID4 EV, the mark is moved to the front area of the center console. This follows the trend in Audi models. Originally, the front area is for storage and has removeable spacers. We found the mark by removing the front spacer (first image). Later, the same area was converted to cup holders. The mark is found in the first cup holder (closest to the driver) (second image).

Use Brake IndicatorNote: If you have made an attempt to start the vehicle without success, there may be residual pressure in the brake system and a new warning light may appear (left) or text message to Step on the Brake. Press the brake pedal very, very hard when trying to start the vehicle again to be sure that the release switch behind the pedal is engaged. Or wait a few minutes and try again.

Click here for video help with VW and Audi models and key fobs.

… Return to Part I: Getting In

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2018/11/volkswagen-and-audi-dead-key-fob-help-part-i-getting-started/

Audi and Volkswagen Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Audi and Volkswagen Vehicles

We now have 21 videos offering help to Audi and VW drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead

This video covers A3 and Q3 models, 2020 and newer, hiding the key hole.

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This demonstrates replacing the battery in a late model VW flip key key fob.

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This is a 2022 update of Volkswagen with new start procedures in new model, including the ID.4.

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This one updates (in 2020) Volkswagen using a new Atlas model. The start procedure is changed somewhat and we cover difficulties encountered when trying to get at the key hole in an Atlas and a Golf.

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This video covers replacing the battery in a Volkswagen key fob. This one features an embedded mechanical key.

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Here we have a 2020 update for the Audi Q7.

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This video consolidates all we have on Audi models — through 2018.

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So, we did the compilation above and Audi creates a new key fob and new back up locations. Q8 up first.

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This video covers the new Audi A5, which features a new back up start location.

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Fixing an Audi flip key remote that won’t work after replacing the battery.

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This one covers the battery replacement in flip key key fobs.

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Here is the latest (2018) Q5 and A5 procedures. New back-up spot.

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This video handles Audi A3 and Q3 through 2019 models introduced to North America in the 2015 model year.

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This video covers the 2017 Audi Q5, which stays old school. It holds our first view of an Audi emergency key.

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Video help for Volkswagens, including help with a hidden key hole.

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This one covers most pre-2016 Audi models.

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A video exclusive to the new Audi Q7.

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A video of us replacing the battery in an Audi dead key fob or remote control.

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Replacing the battery in an updated Audi key fob or remote control.

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This one covers replacing the battery in a new generation (2019) key fob from Audi.

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Replacing the battery in a VW flip key dead key fob or remote control.

Models covered include the Beetle, CC, e-Golf, Eos, Golf, Jetta, Passat, Toureg, GTI, Routan, Tiguan, Arteon, Atlas, A3, A4,A5, A6, A7, A8, Allroad, Q3, Q5, Q7, R8, RS, S3, S4, S5, S6, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ7, SQ8, TT, TTS,e-tron, and Q8.

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2016/05/audi-and-volkswagen-video-help-with-dead-key-fobs/

Open a Volkswagen or Audi with a Dead Key Fob

How to Open a Volkswagen or Audi with a Dead Key Fob

Retrieving the mechanical key

VW / Audi Key FobThere are three general styles of key fobs in use with Volkswagen and Audi models. With the older style shown to the right, press the chrome button on the back of the key fob (remote control or ‘clicker’) to release the spring-loaded mechanical key, which remains attached to the key fob.

Audi, VW Advanced KeyNewer Volkswagen and Audi models use what they called an Advanced Key, shown to the left. The mechanical key is separated Audi Key Fob 2from the fob (or remote control or ‘clicker’) by pressing the button on the back side of the fob, shown with the arrow, while pulling on the same key ring end.

Audi introduced a third Advanced Key fob style in 2016 that for some reason requires pushing two buttons at the same time. They are on either side of the key ring end, as shown. Push them both while pulling the key ring out to retrieve the mechanical key.

Audi fob newAnd yet a fourth key fob from Audi has a chrome button on the back, similar to the unit above, but below the chrome end. push the button and pull on the key ring end to remove the mechanical key. We saw it first in the new 2019 Q8.

Getting Inside

On some models, the lock cylinder (keyhole) at the back of the door handle will be visible. If so, simply use the key blade to unlock the door.VW /Audi Keyhole Cover

If the keyhole at the back of the driver’s door handle is hidden, press the key blade about a half inch straight up in the hole on the underside of the keyhole cover (a). If you are in the dark, you may need to feel for the hole. This action will loosen the cover and pulling on the door handle will allow you to remove it. Yes, you must remove a piece of the car. Use the mechanical key in the now-exposed lock to unlock the driver’s door.

Continue to Part II, Getting Started …

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2012/04/volkswagen-and-audi-dead-key-fob-help/