Brake Warning light and VAG-COM Fault code

[shollis]

Does anyone have any idea what the yellow symbol in the DIS that looks a bit like this (0) means?

I have also plugged it into my basic version of VAG-COM and it comes up with;

16955 - Brake Switch (F): Implausible Signal - P0571

Any suggestions?

Many thanks in advance.

[erstens]

Hi . Means your stearing help is off (not working).
=ServoLenkung in german
Or is ist ABS?

[alanb]

This came on in my TDI when the brake pad wear sensor triggered.

A

[Skipton01]

The brake switch is well known for failing, not necessarily in A2s but certainly in many other VAG models.

It is quite easy to change yourself with a minimum of tools in about 30 minutes.

Don't know what the cost of a new pedal switch is but it won't be that expensive.

Cheers,

Mike

[shollis]

Over the weekend I tried the fluid level and the brake pad wear and both were fine so I still stuck!

I replaced the brake light switch a few weeks ago and all seemed fine so I thought for the sake of £6 I would get another one to see if I had got a faulty one as according to the guy at VW they have had loads of problems with them.

The one I bought a few weeks ago was black (1J0 945 511 A)but the one I bought on saturday was the latest spec green type (1C0 945 511 A). I will fit it later as its not raining and let you know the results.

If it doesnt solve it then I have no idea what to do next!!

Stephen

[shollis]

Just changed the switch and the light still comes on as soon as you start the car.

I feel an expensive trip to the dealer coming on.......