2024 Volkswagen Crafter Warning and Indicator Lights User Guide
Several warning and indication lights notify drivers of the 2024 Volkswagen Crafter’s condition. Understanding these indicators is essential for maximum performance and quick problem resolution.
2023 – 2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI Specs, Price, Features, Mileage and Review
Video: 2024 Volkswagen Crafter Warning Lights
Symbols in the 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 should go out after a short period of time. For details on indicator lamps that light up in the light switch, see Chapter “Lights” (→ Dipped beam) .
WARNING
Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and can cause accidents and serious injury.
- Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
- Stop the vehicle as soon as it is possible and safe to do so.
Symbol Meaning
Do not continue driving!
Central warning lamp → Priority 1 warning message
Seat belt not fastened → Buckle-up request
Handbrake applied → Applying the handbrake
Do not drive on!
Brake system fault → Brake system fault, → Brake system fault
Do not drive on!
Brake fluid level low → Brake fluid level
Depress the brake pedal! → Introduction
Engine oil level too low → Engine oil level very low
Do not drive on!
Engine oil pressure too low → Engine oil pressure too low
Do not drive on!
Coolant system fault → Analogue coolant temperature display
Fault in the high-voltage circuit → Coolant
Do not drive on!
Steering fault → Steering fault
Do not drive on!
12-volt vehicle battery → 12-volt vehicle battery
Collision warning → Warning levels and braking intervention
SCR system fault → Fault in the SCR system
AdBlue® level too low → AdBlue® level too low
SCR system fault → Fault in the SCR system
Central warning lamp → Priority 2 warning message
Airbag or belt tensioner system switched off with diagnostic tool→ Indicator lamp Airbag or belt tensioner system fault → Indicator lamp
Front passenger front airbag switched off → Switching the front passenger front airbag on
and off.
Front passenger front airbag switched on → Switching the front passenger front airbag on and off.
Emergency call system fault → eCall emergency call system fault
Check the brake pads → Brake pad wear indicator
Lit up: electronic stability control (ESC) switched off by the system→ ESC fault Flashing: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or traction control system (TCS) control intervention →Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Traction control system (TCS) switched off → Switching the TCS on and off
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) fault → Anti-lock brake system failure or fault
Engine oil system fault → or Fault in the engine oil system
Engine oil level too low → Engine oil level too low
Engine oil level too high → Engine oil level too high
Engine oil system fault → or Fault in the engine oil system
Fuel tank almost empty → Fuel tank almost empty
Water in the diesel → Water in the diesel
Vehicle lighting failure → Exterior drive lighting not working
Rear fog light switched on → Switching the rear fog light on and off
Rain and light sensor fault → Fault in rain and light sensor, → Fault in rain and light sensor
Wiper fault → Fault in wipers
Washer fluid level too low → Washer fluid level too low
Steering fault → Steering fault
Do not drive on!
Tyre pressure low → Low tyre pressure
Do not continue driving!
Fault in the tyre monitoring system → Fault in the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) deactivated → Operating Front Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not available→ ACC is not available
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not available→ ACC is not available
Lane-keeping system (Lane Assist) is switched on but inactive→ Driving with Lane Assist
Fault in the Blind Spot Monitor → Blind Spot Monitor not working
Fault in engine management system → Engine management system fault
Exhaust system fault → Emissions-relevant fault
Diesel engine preheating → Engine management system fault, → Glow plug system or engine management system, → Particulate filter clogged
Particulate filter clogged with soot → Particulate filter clogged with soot
Engine speed limited → Engine speed limited
SCR system fault → or SCR system fault
SCR system fault → or SCR system fault
Gearbox fault → Clutch slipping , → Gearbox overheated
Differential lock → Differential lock
Depress the brake pedal! → Engine does not start
Turn signals → Turn signal indicator lamp
Trailer direction indicator → Trailer turn signal indicator lamp
Speed stored, regulation active → Introduction , → Introduction , → Switching ACC on and off
Lane-keeping system (Lane Assist) is active → Driving with Lane Assist
Main beam or headlight flasher → Switching the main beam on and off
Seat belt not fastened → Buckle-up request
Seat not occupied → Buckle-up request
Start/stop system active → Start/stop system
Start/stop system not available → Start/stop system
Service due → Service interval display
Main-beam control active → Main-beam control (Light Assist)
Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) is starting → Front Assist is starting
Distance warning → Warning levels and braking intervention
Cruise control system switched on → Introduction
Fault in the Cruise Control System (CCS) → Cruise control system fault
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) intervention is active, no vehicle detected ahead Switching ACC on and off
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) intervention active, vehicle detected ahead Switching ACC on and off
Speed limiter switched on, control active → Introduction Maximum speed is limited → Information displays on the analogue instrument cluster
Hill Descent Control → Hill Descent Control
AdBlue® level too low → or AdBlue® level low AdBlue in the normal operating range→ Warning and prompting system with low fill level
Mobile phone connected via Bluetooth® → Information displays on the analogue instrument
cluster
Mobile phone battery charge level → Information displays on the analogue instrument cluster
Reference to information in the owner’s manual → Reference to information in the owner’s manual
Engage power take-off → Power take-off
Warning and information messages
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. An acoustic warning is also given in certain cases. What the information messages and symbols look like can vary depending on the version of the instrument cluster. In addition, a list of current malfunctions can be opened manually. To do so, open theV ehicle status or Vehicle menu (→ Vehicle settings menu) .
Priority 1 warning message
The red central warning lamp flashes or lights up, in some cases together with acoustic warnings or additional symbols. Do not drive on! Danger. Check the fault and correct the cause. If necessary, seek assistance from a suitably qualified workshop.
Priority 2 warning message
The yellow central warning lamp flashes or lights up, in some cases together with acoustic warnings or additional symbols. Malfunctions and insufficient service fluids can damage the vehicle and cause it to break down. Check the fault as soon as possible. If necessary, seek assistance from a suitably qualified workshop.
Reference to information in the owner’s manual
You can find further information on the warning message in the owner’s manual.
Information message
Information about various procedures within the vehicle.
- Depending on the vehicle equipment level, some settings and displays may also appear in the Infotainment system.
- If several warning reports are detected, the symbols will appear for several seconds, one after another. The symbols will continue to appear until the faults are rectified.
Useful Links
2023 – 2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI Specs, Price, Features, Mileage and Review.
2024 Volkswagen Crafter LCD Display User Guide