The menu item Vehicle status is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT dis-
play whenever at least one fault message exists. After selecting this menu, the
first of the error messages is displayed. Several error messages are shown on the
display under the message e.g. 1/3. This indicates that the first of a total of three
error messages is being displayed.
Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT displayEngine oil pressure too low» page 17Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor faulty» page 203Problem with engine oil pressure» page 14Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG are too hot» page 14
Problem with the engine oil pressure
If the
symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a specialist garage. The information about the maximum
permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.
Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too hot
A
symbol in the MAXI DOT display indicates that the temperature of the auto-
matic gearbox DSG clutches is too high.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's manual!
Do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until
the
icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as
soon as the symbol disappears.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis- tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.Note■ If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 23, Using the information
system .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be
indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
15
Brake system
15
Seat belt warning light
15
Generator
16
Door open
16
Coolant
16
Boot lid
17
Power steering
17
Engine oil
17
Traction Control System (ASR)
18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
18
Traction control (ASR) switched off
19
Antilock brake system (ABS)
19
Rear fog light
19
Bulb failure
19
Exhaust inspection system
19
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
19
Engine performance check (petrol engine)
20
Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
20
Fuel reserve
20
Airbag system
21
Tyre inflation pressure
21
Windscreen washer fluid level
21
14Using the system
Counter for distance driven13
Cruise control system Activating/deactivating
148
Changing the stored speed148
Storing and maintaining speed148
Switching off temporarily148
Warning light22
Cruise Control System147
Cupholders73
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
48
Daylight running lights48
De-icing the windscreen and rear window55
Deactivating an airbag175
Decorative films190
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid
41
Diesel refer to Fuel
198
diesel - particulate filter
20
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
198
Diesel particulate filter warning light
20
Digital Clock Time
13
Dipstick203
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
210
Display12
Compass points25
Coolant temperature11
Correct gear changes24
Fuel supply12
Service intervals30
Display of the second speed13
Distance driven13
Door Child safety lock
37
Closing37
Emergency locking233
Emergency locking the driver's door232
Opening37
warning light door open16
Door open warning light
16
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)137
Driving Abroad
135
Emissions244
Fording water on roads134
Fuel consumption244
Maximum speed247
on unpaved roads135
driving away from paved roads135
Driving economically Economical gear changing
131
Driving with a trailer157
DSR137
DVD-preinstallation116
E
Economical driving
130
Ballast132
Driving at full throttle131
Idling131
Looking ahead130
Regular maintenance132
Saving energy133
Short distances132
Tyre inflation pressure132
EDL Operation
137
Electrical power windows43
Button in the driver's door41, 42
Button in the rear doors43
Operational faults44
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)137
Electronic immobiliser119
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)136
emergency replace battery in the remote control
231
Emergency Activation of the sliding/tilting roof
234
Changing a wheel221
Hazard warning light system52
Jump-starting226, 227
Locking the door without a locking cylinder233
Locking the driver's door232
Selector lever-unlocking233
Sliding/tilting roof234
Start engine - KESSY123
Switching off the ignition –KESSY123
Towing the using the tow hitch230
Towing the vehicle228
Tyre repair224
Unlocking the driver's door232
Unlocking the tailgate233
emergency equipment reflective vest
219
Emergency equipment First aid kit
219
Jack220
Vehicle tool kit220
Warning triangle219
Emissions244
Engine Running in
129
Engine compartment199
Brake fluid206
Coolant205
Overview201
Vehicle battery207
engine oil information messages
17
warning light17
253Index
