2008 Volvo S40 Owner's Manual - Page 47

6. Generator warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked by an authorized Volvo workshop. 1 On certain engines, this symbol is not used to indicate low oil pressure. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display, see also page 206. 55 02 Instruments and controls Symbols - instrument panel 7. Brake failure warning light If this light comes on while driving or braking, stop the car as quickly as possible in a safe place, open the hood, and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. See page 204 for the location of the reservoir. NOTE Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol. WARNING If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake system inspected. If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in the brake system. In this case: 1.Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine. 2. Restart the engine. 3. If both warning lights go off, no further action is required and the car can be driven. 4. If both lights remain on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid level. See page 204 for the location of the reservoir. Door open warning The driver will be alerted if one of the doors, the hood, or the trunk lid are open or ajar.