Why is the temperature not displayed on the Lavida dashboard?

[SanRowan]

The temperature is not displayed on the Lavida dashboard because the water temperature is normal. Normally, the dashboard won't display the water temperature as long as it's normal, but once the water temperature gets too high, there will be a warning on the multifunctional display in the middle. Exclamation mark appears on the car dashboard: Possible causes include parking sensor failure, excessive brake pad wear, engine oil pressure sensor failure, insufficient brake fluid, fuel cut-off system intervention or failure, etc. Triangle with an exclamation mark inside: This is a general fault indicator light that may illuminate under following conditions: dry dual-clutch transmission clutch overheating, fuel cut-off system intervention or failure, parking sensor failure, external light failure, engine oil pressure sensor failure, traction control system warning or failure. Circle with parentheses and an exclamation mark inside: This is the brake system warning light that illuminates in following situations: lights up for few seconds after turning on ignition and goes off after starting engine. Lights up when handbrake is engaged and goes off when released. Low brake fluid level warning during driving. Brake system failure warning. Horizontal line with parentheses and an exclamation mark below: This is the tire pressure monitoring warning light that illuminates when any tire's pressure is too low.

[MacFrancisco]

I've encountered the issue where the temperature doesn't display on the Volkswagen Lavida's dashboard. It might be due to a faulty external temperature sensor or it being covered by dirt. The Lavida's sensor is usually located near the front of the car and can easily get blocked by mud. Cleaning it might solve the problem. Another possibility is loose wiring or a blown fuse. Just locate the corresponding fuse in the fuse box and replace it. I've personally tried disconnecting the battery for a few minutes and restarting the car, but if that doesn't work, you'll need to visit a repair shop to read the fault codes with a computer. While driving, the temperature display is very helpful for judging road icing conditions. Not having it can affect safety, especially in winter. I recommend checking the sensor's position during each car wash to avoid blockages and addressing any issues promptly.

[AdamLee]

My Volkswagen Lavida has been running for several years, and once the temperature gauge on the dashboard just disappeared. I figured the issue was likely with the sensor—maybe it aged and failed or the wiring short-circuited, causing signal loss. The mechanic told me checking it is simple: first see if the fuse is blown, then ensure the sensor connector isn’t loose, and finally try restarting. I also reminded everyone that the temperature display helps you prepare for fog or frost in advance. If it fails, rely more on other info while driving. Remember to ask the technician to check the sensor during regular maintenance to avoid bigger, costly issues later.

[Finn]

Common sources of Lavida's dashboard temperature display issues include sensor failure, poor wiring contact, or blown fuses. The sensor is located at the front and prone to dust accumulation; cleaning it yourself may resolve the issue. If not, check the marked fuse in the fuse box for integrity—replacing it might help. Expanding on this, temperature data comes from an external sensor probe, and incorrect signal collection can lead to no display, affecting driving judgment of frost risks. When repairing, it's best to scan with a diagnostic tool to quickly locate the fault point and save time.