What does a triangle with an exclamation mark inside mean?

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LeMia
07/29/25 1:51pm
A triangle with an exclamation mark inside is a conventional warning light, which indicates a fault in the braking system or abnormal tire pressure. There are many reasons that can trigger this warning light, including overheating of the dry dual-clutch transmission clutch, intervention or malfunction of the fuel cut-off system, parking sensor failure, external light failure, engine oil pressure sensor failure, and traction control system warning or malfunction. The onboard computer used in cars has a self-check function. When the car is powered on, the indicator lights on the dashboard will illuminate because the car enters the self-check state. After the self-check is completed, the indicator lights on the car will turn off. If they remain lit, it indicates a fault in the car that requires prompt repair.
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