Volkswagen Eos Owner's Manual page 218

Possible cause or meaning ⇒
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Brake system malfunction.
Brake fluid level too low.
Together with ABS indicator light
: ABS failure.
BRAKE
W EAR
Front brake pads worn.
ESC switched off by the system.
ESC malfunction.
Together with ABS indicator light
: ABS malfunction.
Vehicle battery has been reconnected.
ASR manually deactivated.
Together with ESC indicator light
: ABS malfunction.
Together with warning light
:ABS failure.
Brake pedal not depressed.
Flashes Possible cause
ESC or ASR is operating.
The release button in the selector lever
is not engaged.
When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function
check. They go out after a few seconds.
Proper response
Stop!
Get professional assistance immediately
Stop!
Check brake fluid level
See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
The vehicle brakes will work without ABS.
If you believe that it is safe to do so,
immediately take the vehicle to an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility. Check, and if
necessary replace, all brake pads.
Switch ignition off and on again. You may
have to drive a short distance.
See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
The vehicle brakes will work without ABS.
Drive a short distance at a speed of 10–
12 mph (15–20 km/h). If the indicator light
stays on, see an authorized Volkswagen
dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility
Switch on ASR. ASR automatically turns on
when you turn the ignition off and back on
again.
or
See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
or
The vehicle brakes will work without ABS.
Depress the brake pedal to select a gear or
drive position.
Proper response
Take foot off accelerator pedal. Adapt driving
to road conditions.
Engage the Automatic Shift Lock (ASL).