Amber light
Suspension Warning
The adaptive or air suspension has a fault, so the car may sit lower or the ride may change.
High risk
Drive carefully and avoid high speeds if the car sits low. Have it checked soon.
Short answer · Can I drive with the suspension warning on?
Usually yes, carefully. If the car sits very low or uneven, drive slowly to a workshop. Air suspension may lose height overnight if there is a leak.
What to do
- Check the ride heightLook whether one corner or the whole car sits lower.
- Drive carefullyAvoid high speeds and bumps if the car sits low.
- Have it checkedA workshop checks for air leaks, the compressor and sensors.
How is the light behaving?
| What you see | What it usually means | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Steady | Suspension fault | Have it checked soon |
| Flashing | Car too low or system overheating | Drive slowly or wait |
Possible causes
- Air leakA spring or line loses air.
- Compressor faultThe compressor cannot raise the car.
- Height sensor faultThe system does not know the ride height.
- Damper faultAdaptive dampers have their own valves.
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Questions about Suspension Warning
Why does my car sink overnight?
A leaking air spring or line lets air out while the car is parked.