Starting and stopping the engine -> Indicator lights for Your Volkswagen Passat SUV Seventh Generation (2010-2014)

Indicator lights  
¤ Please first read and note the introductory information and  
heed the WARNINGS  
Lights  
up  
Possible cause  
Proper response  
Apply the brake pedal to start  
the engine  
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Brake pedal not depressed.  
Flashes Possible cause  
Proper response  
The release button in the  
selector lever did not en-  
gage. Vehicle movement is release button  
prevented.  
Engage the selector lever  
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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.  
WARNING  
Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text mes-  
sages can cause the vehicle to break down in traffic and result  
in a collision and serious personal injury.  
Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.  
Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.  
Whenever stalled or stopped for repair, move the vehicle a  
safe distance off the road, turn on the emergency flashers, stop  
the engine, and use other warning devices to warn approaching  
traffic.  
NOTICE  
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in  
vehicle damage.