What does a steering wheel with an exclamation mark mean?
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A steering wheel with an exclamation mark is the electric power steering system warning light, indicating a fault in the vehicle's electric power steering system. The electric power steering system fault light may illuminate under the following circumstances: 1. The fault light remains constantly lit. This indicates a complete failure of the electric power steering system, requiring inspection and replacement of faulty components at a repair facility. 2. The light briefly illuminates for five to ten minutes and then turns off. This is caused by overheating of the electric power steering motor, during which the system enters an overheating protection mode, reducing or temporarily suspending motor assistance. Assistance will resume once the motor temperature decreases.