What does a triangle exclamation mark on the car dashboard mean?
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A triangle exclamation mark on the car dashboard indicates a general fault in the vehicle. Other exclamation mark scenarios on the dashboard include: 1. An exclamation mark inside a circle with brackets, which is the brake system warning light; 2. An exclamation mark with a horizontal line under brackets, which is the tire pressure monitoring warning light. This light turns on when the pressure in one of the vehicle's tires is too low. Dashboard indicator lights include: ABS indicator, EPC indicator, seat belt indicator, battery indicator, oil indicator, fuel level indicator, door indicator, airbag indicator, brake disc indicator, handbrake indicator, water temperature indicator, engine indicator, turn signal indicator, high beam indicator, windshield washer fluid indicator, fog light indicator, and width indicator.
That triangular exclamation mark appearing on the car dashboard has given many car owners headaches. It can indicate various minor or major issues, with low tire pressure being the most common. Once, when I helped a neighbor check their car, it was exactly this situation—simply inflating the tires solved the problem. It could also signal a lighting system fault, low washer fluid, or even a brake warning. Don't panic immediately. Most modern vehicles come with a display that shows specific error codes. Open the manual and check the corresponding section for confirmation. If the manual doesn't mention it, first stop and check if the tires and lights are normal. If that doesn't help, you'll need to contact a professional mechanic, as ignoring it could lead to driving risks.
