VW Golf car warning lights, car warning symbols such as engine management light, ABS light, airbag light this guide will help you. We have created this VW Golf dashboard lights meaning guide and will show you how to deal with an engine light, airbag warning light, ABS light and all of the other car warning signs on your dashboard. You might need to buy a scanner online which will show VW trouble codes and clear the warning light for good.
If you need to reset a dashboard light or diagnose a fault on your VW Golf Mk6 we would advise you to go for the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader. Its an extremely popular choice amongst VW owners worldwide because it covers such a wide range of modules within the vehicle and has received excellent feedback from buyers.
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If you need a new sensors to fix your VW Golf Mk6 such as ABS sensor, MAF, camshaft & crankshaft, visit www.bavariandominator.co.uk.
VW Golf Mk6 glow plugs warning light - the glow plugs dash light has dual meaning, so be sure you read this carefully.
CONSTANT - if the light remains on and constant, it means a fault in the glow plug system. You should not start the engine until this light has turned off, and will generally take a few seconds longer to turn off in colder conditions.
FLASHING - if the glow plug light is flashing it means there is a fault in the engine management system and needs to be diagnosed & fixed accordingly. You can diagnose this with the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader.
CONSTANT - if the light remains on and constant, it means a fault in the glow plug system. You should not start the engine until this light has turned off, and will generally take a few seconds longer to turn off in colder conditions.
FLASHING - if the glow plug light is flashing it means there is a fault in the engine management system and needs to be diagnosed & fixed accordingly. You can diagnose this with the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader.
VW Golf Mk6 EPC warning light - this indicates a fault within the engine management system. The chances are it will be something sensor related like a coil pack, MAF, camshaft or crankshaft sensor. You can use a diagnostic tool to find the fault. We would recommend the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader which will allow you to reset the trouble codes and the EPC warning light from the dashboard. EPC stands for ELECTRIC POWER CONTROL.
VW Golf Mk6 engine warning light - this indicates a fault within the engine management system. The chances are it will be something sensor related like a coil pack, MAF, camshaft or crankshaft sensor. You can use a diagnostic tool to find the fault. We would recommend the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader which will allow you to reset the trouble codes and the engine warning light from the dashboard.
VW Mk6 Golf airbag warning light - the airbag warning light in your VW Golf will illuminate if there is a fault within the system. It could be a loose connection, or part of the airbag system may have been disturbed. Think back to whenevr you have had any work done on or around the seats, door cards, steering wheel or dashboard area, it could just be a loose connection. You can pinpoint the are of fault within the airbag system with a diagnostic tool that covers the airbag module such as the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader. It will give you an airbag trouble code, brief description of the fault, and when the fault has been fixed you can erase the codes and remove the airbag light.
VW Golf Mk6 ABS warning light - if the ABS symbol is illuminated on your dashboard it could be quite serious as it can effect the braking of the vehicle. The main culprits of an ABS warning light illuminating are a faulty ABS sensor (also known as speed sensor), a faulty ABS pump or ABS module.
If you have a faulty abs sensor, it could cause the speedometer to stop working correctly, but not in all cases.
To diagnose the ABS system in your VW Golf Mk6 there are a number of kits you can use, we recommend the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader
We also have a short video of the Golf ABS sensor location & how to replace guide.
If you have a faulty abs sensor, it could cause the speedometer to stop working correctly, but not in all cases.
To diagnose the ABS system in your VW Golf Mk6 there are a number of kits you can use, we recommend the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader
We also have a short video of the Golf ABS sensor location & how to replace guide.
VW Mk6 Golf tyre pressure warning light - if this warning light appears on your dashboard you should check your tyre pressures and ensure they are inflated correctly. If you think they are at the correct pressure, it could be that there is an electrical fault in that system. You can use a diagnostic kit such as the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader to diagnose & reset the fault.
VW Mk6 Golf traction off warning light - this indicates that the traction control system has been turned off.
VW Mk6 Golf steering wheel warning light - if this illuminates on your Golf dashboard it means that there is a fault within the steering system. You can diagnose the steering fault with the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader diagnostic tool. The kit will allow you to reset the fault codes & warning light on the dash.
VW Mk6 Golf service interval display. This indicates that the car is due to be serviced. You can arrange this at your local VW workshop or independant garage.
VW Mk6 Golf seatbelt warning light - ensure your seatbelt is fastened correctly before you drive off.
VW Mk6 Golf SAFE warning light - indicates that the immobilizer is active.
VW Golf Mk6 RED oil warning light - this means that the oil pressure is too low and should be checked as soon as possible. You should not drive on when this is illuminated. Check your oil level as soon as you can and top up if required.
VW Golf Mk6 gearbox temperature is too hot warning light - you should pull over if this light comes on and wait for the gearbox to cool down before you continue, the light should turn off then the system has cooled.
VW Golf Mk6 fuel tank cap is not closed correctly.
VW Golf Mk6 front passenger airbag light OFF warning - when this symbol is lit up under the radion area in your Golf it means that the front passenger airbag is de-activated. It is very simple to turn the front airbag on and off to put in a child seat. Watch our video on how to turn off VW Golf Mk6 front passenger airbag.
VW Mk6 Golf traction warning light ot ESP light - this indicates a fault with the traction control system. It could possibly flash when the car is driving over an icy or wet surface where traction os not at its best, the flashing means that the system is working to acheive best possible traction for the current road conditions. You can diagnose any faults in the ESP or traction control system by using the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader diagnostic kit which will erase & clear fault codes & the dash warning light.
VW Golf Mk6 DRL warning light - this simply means that the Daytime headlights or running lights are switched on.
VW Golf Mk6 door open warning light - indicates that one or more doors are open. Double check all doors before driving off.
VW Golf Mk6 DPF warning light - this DPF is short for Diesel Particulate Filter, and if you have this illuminated on your dashboard it means that the filter has become saturated with soot. You will need to have a forced regeneration, follow these steps on how to do this.
Drive for approx 15 minutes in 4th gear (manual gearbox) or select D if you have an automatic, at a speed of at least 70km/h or 45 MPH.
The light should then turn off.
Drive for approx 15 minutes in 4th gear (manual gearbox) or select D if you have an automatic, at a speed of at least 70km/h or 45 MPH.
The light should then turn off.
VW Golf Mk6 green pedal warning light - if this is shown up in green then it means you need to depress the brake pedal.
VW Golf Mk6 - this warning light illuminated in RED means there is a fault within the cruise control system and needs to be checked out. You can diagnose the fault yourself and reset the fault codes by using the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader and it will also remove the dash warning light.
VW Golf Mk6 coolant fault warning light - if this warning illuminates in your Golf, do not drive on under any circumstance. It sould seriously harm your engine and will cause the engine to overheat rapidly. Check for any leaks from the expansion tank or piping, these are prone to leaking and cracking as the years go by. Always have the coolant system checked over by a professional unless you know exactly what you are doing with this.
VW Golf Mk6 this symbol illuminated RED indicates that you should press the brake pedal.
VW Golf Mk6 BRAKE warning light - this means that the handbrake is applied. If the light stays on when the handbrake is not applied, it could mean that the brake fluid level is too low so check the levels as soon as you can and top up if required. It could also be displayed with a ! inside of a circle.
VW Golf Mk6 - see BRAKE warning info above
VW Golf Mk6 brake pads worn warning light - you should have your brake pads changed when you see this warning light as it means the pads need to be changed.
VW Golf Mk6 bootlid or trunk is open warning light - ensure you close it correctly before driving off.
VW Golf Mk6 bonnet or hood is open warning light - ensure you close it correctly before driving off.
VW Golf Mk6 battery warning light - if the battery illuminates on the dashboard it actually means there is a fault with the alternator in your Golf Mk6. The battery will not be charging, and if you are driving the vehicle it will eventually die. Have the battery checked out at your local workshop, and have all connections and electrical systems tested.
