Audi R8 I 1 owners manual page 20

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document_0900452a816e6cc9.book Seite 18 Mittwoch, 21. Februar 2007 1:32 13 18 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps If the warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up, flashes or Seat belt warning lamp  flickers when the vehicle is moving, this indicates a malfunction in The warning lamp acts as a reminder to fasten the seat the system. This is also the case if the warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on. belts. After switching on the ignition, the warning lamp  will remain lit WARNING until the driver has fastened his seat belt. When the vehicle has If a malfunction should occur, have the system checked immedi-gathered speed you will also hear a warning chime. ately by a qualified workshop. If this is neglected, there is a risk For further information on the seat belts ⇒ page 109. that the airbag system and/or belt tensioners may not be acti- vated in an accident. Brake system  Alternator  The warning lamp flashes if the brake fluid level is too low or if there is a fault in the ABS system. The warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator or in If the warning lamp  flashes (and the handbrake is not applied), the vehicle's electrical system. stop the vehicle and obtain professional assistance ⇒. The warning lamp  lights up when the ignition is switched on. It If a failure should occur in the ABS, the ABS warning lamp  will should go out when the engine starts running. light up together with the brake warning lamp  ⇒. If the warning lamp  lights up when you are driving, you can Handbrake applied normally continue as far as the nearest qualified workshop. The warning lamp  also lights up when th e handbrake is applied. However, you should avoid using electrical equipment that is not If you drive by mistake with the handbrake still applied, you will hear absolutely necessary because this will drain the battery.a warning buzzer. Caution WARNING If the coolant warning lamp  in the instrument display lights up as well while driving ⇒ page 35, stop the vehicle immediately and • If the brake warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up switch off the engine. In this case the coolant pump is no longer when driving, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low – this being driven, and there is a risk of engine damage.may cause an increased accident risk. Stop the vehicle and do not drive on. You should obtain professional assistance. • If the brake warning lamp lights up together with the ABS warning lamp, this can mean that the control function of the ABS is out of action. As a result the rear wheels can lock relatively easily when braking. This could cause the tail of the vehicle to skid

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