2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC warning lights

Hazard warning lights ⇒ In an emergency 
Indicator lamp for the front passenger front airbag switch-off function ⇒ Airbag system 
Driver assist systems ⇒ Driver assist systems 
Controls for the air conditioning system, heating and fresh air system ⇒ Heating, ventilating,
cooling 
Controls for the air conditioning system, heating and fresh air system ⇒ Heating, ventilating,
cooling 
Key to ⇒ Fig. 9 :

Lever:
DSG® dual clutch gearbox ⇒ DSG® dual clutch gearbox 
Manual gearbox ⇒ Manual gearbox: selecting a gear 
Multimedia connections ⇒BookletInfotainment system,.
Cigarette lighter or 12-volt socket ⇒ Ashtray and cigarette lighter ⇒ Electrical sockets 
Control for the 4MOTION Active Control ⇒ Driving profile selection and 4MOTION Active
Control 
Stowage compartment with drink holder ⇒ Stowage areas 

Buttons:
Electronic parking brake ⇒ Electronic parking brake 
Auto Hold function ⇒ Auto Hold function 

Front passenger side

Fig. 10 Overview of the front passenger side (left-hand drive vehicles). The location is mirrored in
right-hand drive vehicles.
Key to ⇒ Fig. 10 :
Vents ⇒ Heating and air conditioning system 
At the side of the dash panel: key-operated switch for disabling the front passenger front airbag
⇒ Airbag system 
Operating lever for the stowage compartment ⇒ Stowage areas 
Controls in the roof
Symbol Meaning

Buttons for interior and reading lights ⇒ Interior lighting .
Switch for glass roof ⇒ Glass roof .
Buttons for the sun blind ⇒ Protection from the sun .
Buttons for emergency call service, information call and breakdown call ⇒ In an
emergency 
Driver information
Symbols in instrument cluster
The warning and indicator lamps indicate various warnings, faults or certain functions. Some
warning and indicator lamps light up when the ignition is switched on and must go out once the
engine is running or the vehicle is in motion.
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, symbols may be displayed in the instrument cluster
instead of warning lamps.

Not all warning and indicator lamps are available in all markets.
Indicator lamps which light up in the light switch are described in the chapter Lights ⇒ Lights .
Symbol Meaning
Central warning lamp. Observe the additional information on the instrument cluster
display.
Electronic parking brake ⇒ Operating the electronic parking brake .
Brake system fault ⇒ Do not drive on! Brake system fault. .
Electromechanical steering not functioning ⇒ Troubleshooting .
Fasten seat belt ⇒ Warning lamp .
Collision warning from area monitoring system (Front Assist) ⇒ Warning levels and
braking intervention .
Depress the brake pedal.
Check brake pads ⇒ Troubleshooting .
Central warning lamp. Observe the additional information on the instrument cluster
display.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OR traction control system (TCS) ⇒ TCS regulating
to prevent the wheels from spinning. .
Traction control system (TCS) switched off ⇒ TCS regulating to prevent the wheels
from spinning. .
Fault in anti-lock brake system (ABS) ⇒ ABS failure or fault. .
Fault in electronic parking brake ⇒ Troubleshooting OR: fault in Hill Start Assist ⇒
Fault in Hill Start Assist .
Rear fog light switched on ⇒ Switching the fog lights on and off .
Vehicle lighting is not working ⇒ Vehicle lighting not working .
Fault in exhaust system ⇒ Fault in exhaust system .
Fault in engine management system ⇒ Troubleshooting .

Within around five seconds, set the speed with the rocker switch on the wiper lever or the
or buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. Then press the or button or
wait a few seconds. The speed is now saved and the warning is activated.
To deactivate, press the or button again. The stored speed will be deleted.
The speed warning can be adjusted within a range of 30 km/h (18 mph) to 250 km/h (155 mph).

Some settings can be saved in the user accounts for personalisation and therefore change
automatically when the user account is changed ⇒ Personalisation .
1) Varies depending on the instrument cluster version.
2) Not available in all countries.
Warning and information messages
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
The system runs a check on certain components and functions in the vehicle when the ignition is
switched on or while the vehicle is in motion. Malfunctions are indicated by red and yellow warning
symbols with information messages on the instrument cluster display ⇒ Symbols in instrument
cluster . An acoustic warning is also given in certain cases. The appearance of the information
messages and symbols can vary depending on the version of the instrument cluster.
In addition, a list of current malfunctions can be opened manually. To open the list, select the
Vehicle status or Vehicle menu ⇒ Instrument cluster menus .
Priority 1 warning (red)The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a signal tone).
Do not drive on! Danger. Check the fault and correct the cause. Seek expert assistance if
necessary.Priority 2 warning (yellow)The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a
signal tone). Malfunctions and insufficient service fluids can damage the vehicle and cause it to
break down. Check the fault as soon as possible. Seek expert assistance if necessary.Information
messageInformation about various vehicle procedures and conditions.

With some equipment levels, some settings and displays may also appear in the Infotainment
system.

If several warnings are present, the symbols will appear for several seconds, one after another. The
symbols will continue to appear until the faults are rectified.

If warning messages about malfunctions are displayed when the ignition is switched on, it may not
be possible to adjust some settings as described, or the information display may appear differently.
If this is the case, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the malfunctions rectified.

When the vehicle is in motion, use the lap timer only in driving situations which are easy to control.
Fuel gauge

Fig. 15 Fuel gauge in the analogue instrument cluster.

Fig. 16 Fuel gauge in the Active Info Display.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Fuel tank almost empty.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. The reserve volume, red marking, is being consumed ⇒ .
Fill the tank as soon as possible.
Water in the diesel fuel.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Switch off the engine and seek expert assistance.
Tank cap open.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Close the tank cap.

Fig. 18 Coolant temperature gauge in the Active Info Display.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Cold area. The engine has not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid high engine revs and
heavy engine loads until the engine is warm.
Normal area.
Warning area. The temperature may also rise to the hot area when the engine is working hard,
especially at high ambient temperatures.
Coolant
The indicator lamp lights up and the central warning lamp flashes red.
The coolant level is not correct or there is a fault in the coolant system.
Do not drive on!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down.
Check the coolant level ⇒ Coolant .
Seek expert assistance if the warning lamp does not go out although the coolant level is adequate.
Service interval display

Fig. 19 In the instrument cluster display: display example for a due service event (illustration).
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
The service event displays are shown on the instrument cluster ⇒ Fig. 19  and in the Infotainment
system.
Versions and displays can vary as different versions of the instrument cluster and Infotainment
system are available.
In vehicles with fixed oil change service, services take place at predefined service intervals.

Vehicle lighting Lights necessary for traffic safety:
Turn signals
Side lights, dipped beam headlights and main beam headlights
Tail light clusters
Brake lights
Rear fog light
Number plate light
Information on changing bulbs ⇒ Changing bulbs .

DANGER
Please observe important safety information about the front passenger front airbag ⇒ Fitting and
using child seats .

WARNING
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or narcotics could cause accidents and fatal
injuries.
Alcohol, drugs, medication and narcotics can severely impair senses, reaction times and driving
safety. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

WARNING
Always observe current traffic regulations and speed limits, and think ahead when driving. The
correct interpretation of the driving situation can make the difference between reaching your
destination safely and having an accident with serious injuries.

NOTICE
Volkswagen is not responsible for any vehicle damage caused by low-quality fuel, inadequate
servicing work or non-availability of Genuine Parts.

Observe the instructions and information for vehicles with an N1 approval ⇒ Information about
vehicles with N1 approval (light commercial vehicle) .

Fine dust particles or steam may be released when the airbags trigger. This is normal and does not
mean there is a fire in the vehicle.
The fine dust can cause irritation to the skin and eye membranes as well as cause breathing
difficulties, particularly for those people suffering from asthma or other respiratory health problems.
In order to reduce breathing difficulties, get out of the vehicle or open the windows or doors in
order to breathe fresh air.
If you should come into contact with the dust, you should wash your hands and face with a mild
soap and water before eating.
Do not rub the dust into your eyes or into open wounds.
If dust has entered your eyes, rinse them with water.

WARNING
Cleaning agents that contain solvents cause the surface of the airbag modules to become porous. In
an accident that triggers the airbag, loose plastic parts can cause serious injury.
Never clean the dash panel or the airbag covers with cleaning agents that contain solvents.
Types of front passenger front airbag system
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Volkswagen offers two different front passenger front airbag systems:
A B
Features of the front passenger
front airbag that can be switched
off only by a qualified workshop.
Features of the front passenger front airbag that can be
switched off manually using the key-operated switch
⇒ Switching the front passenger front airbag on and off .
Designation: airbag system. Designation: airbag system with front passenger front airbag
deactivation.
– Indicator lamp lights up on
the instrument cluster display.
– Indicator lamp lights up on the instrument cluster
display.
– Front passenger front airbag in
the dash panel.
– Indicator lamp PASSENGER AIR BAG in the upper
section of the centre console.
– Indicator lamp PASSENGER AIR BAG in the upper
section of the centre console.
– Key-operated switch in the side of the dash panel on the
passenger side (visible only when the door is open).