When it comes to Volkswagen vehicles, safety has always been a top priority. And one of the keys to being safe while driving is understanding what the warning lights on your dashboard mean. The warning lights featured in the 2016 Volkswagen Passat contain tons of useful information, but they can also be confusing if you haven't run into them before.
Read here about the lights you might see on the dashboard of the 2016 Volkswagen Passat when commuting through Mount Laurel, Cherry Hill, or Turnersville.
2016 Volkswagen Passat Safety Lights
Since we're talking about safety, let's talk about the lights associated with the safety features of the VW Passat.
When you see a yellow light that looks like a stick figure sitting in a car seat with a bubble in front, there's a problem with your airbag system. A circle with three slashes on either side is letting you know that you should get your brake pads checked.
If you see an exclamation point inside what looks like a horseshoe with treads on the bottom, it's a sign that your tire pressure is low and needs to be monitored.
These are just a few of the safety lights you can expect to see in your VW Passat.
Volkswagen Passat Electrical System Lights
Volkswagen Passat Electrical System LightsElectrical systems can be frustrating to fix, which is why the 2016 Volkswagen Passat comes with lights to let you know that you're having electrical problems.
A solid yellow light bulb indicates a bulb failure; if it's flashing, it signifies a headlamp failure. When you see a light that looks like a license plate, one of your license plate bulbs has burnt out.
If you see a red car battery, your charging system has experienced a failure and must be serviced immediately to ensure your safety.
VW Passat Critical System Lights
The most distressing lights that can light up on your dashboard are the ones dealing with your car's critical systems, so let's take a look at those lights on the VW Passat.
As usual, a light that looks like an engine means your engine is experiencing issues. Similarly, if you see the letters EPC lit up, it signifies that the electronic power control component of your engine needs immediate service. Lastly, if you see an exclamation point inside a gear, it means your transmission has a problem.
If you see any of the previous indicator lights, take your car for service as soon as possible.
Learn More About the Dashboard Lights on Your Volkswagen Passat
We've touched on a few of the dashboard lights you might encounter with your 2016 Volkswagen Passat, but this is by no means all of them. Volkswagen is committed to providing its drivers with the most information possible, and the advanced dashboard reflects as such.
If you would like to learn more about the 2016 Volkswagen Passat, schedule a test drive, or need service, then pay us a visit at Prestige Volkswagen. We're proud to serve the communities of Cherry Hill, Mount Laurel, and Turnersville, and we would be happy to tell you about the excellent features of the VW Passat.