What Do the Icons on the Car Dashboard Mean?
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Car dashboard icons refer to: 1. Daily indicators: Common ones include high/low beam light indicators, seat belt reminder, turn signal indicators, and parking brake indicators; 2. Warning indicators: Common ones include fuel level indicators, engine oil indicators, and coolant level indicators; 3. Fault indicators: Common ones include bulb failure indicators, cruise control indicators, gear shift indicators, and brake pad wear indicators. Methods for maintaining the car dashboard include: 1. Dampen a cloth with clean tap water and wipe the car dashboard; 2. Apply an anti-scratch protective film on the dashboard screen; 3. Spray a cleaning agent on the dashboard and wipe it off with a soft cloth.
I've seen many icons on the dashboard after driving for over a decade. That oil-can-shaped light indicates low oil pressure or insufficient oil level; the battery-shaped icon means there's an issue with the charging system, possibly the alternator or wiring; and the engine-shaped light, commonly called the check engine light, signals a problem with the emissions system or the engine itself. Sometimes, an exclamation mark with a tire symbol indicates low tire pressure or a faulty tire pressure sensor. I remember last year when the tire icon lit up, and upon checking, I found the right front tire was leaking—getting it patched promptly prevented an accident. These icons are the car's way of alerting you; when they appear, slow down and stop to check immediately, or a minor issue could escalate. It's best to read the car's manual to familiarize yourself with the meanings of your vehicle's icons.
