Audi Q5   Controls   Instruments and warning/indicator lamps  Warning and indicator lamps
If the warning lamp appears, there is a fault in the brake system. You can press the SET button to obtain a message explaining the fault.
Stop vehicle and check brake fluid level
If the warning lamp flashes and the message appears, stop the vehicle and check the brake fluid level Link. You should obtain professional assistance.
Warning! Fault in brake system. Contact workshop
If the ABS indicator lamp and ESP indicator lamp light up together with the brake warning lamp and this driver message appears, the ABS, ESP and brake force distribution systems have failed WARNING!.
Drive to a qualified workshop without delay and have the fault corrected WARNING!.
Parking brake ! Please contact workshop
  • If the warning lamp and the message appear after you switch on the ignition when the vehicle is stationary, please check whether you can release the parking brake. If you can release the parking brake, you should drive without delay to the nearest qualified workshop and have the fault rectified. If the parking brake cannot be released you should obtain professional assistance.
  • If the warning lamp and the message appear while driving, there may be a malfunction in the parking brake auto release or the emergency brake functions. You may not be able to apply or release the parking brake. You should obtain professional assistance.
WARNING!
  • Before opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level, observe the warning information on Link.
  • If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low, this could result in an accident. Stop the vehicle and do not drive on. You should obtain professional assistance.
  • If the brake warning lamp lights up together with the ABS indicator lamp and the ESP indicator lamp, this can mean that the control function of the ABS is not working. As a result the rear wheels can lock relatively easily when braking. This could cause the tail of the vehicle to skid sideways. Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop and have the fault rectified.