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What does a vehicle's exclamation mark warning light indicate?

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MaximusMarie

07/29/25 7:08pm

An exclamation mark warning light in a car may indicate issues with the braking system and handbrake, tire pressure monitoring system, lighting system, or steering system. There are three main reasons for the exclamation mark warning light to illuminate: 1. Braking system alert: The warning symbol is an exclamation mark inside a circle with small parentheses outside. When the car is idling after starting, pulling the handbrake will display this on the dashboard, which is a normal reminder. If the warning persists after fully releasing the handbrake, it may indicate an abnormal braking system that requires immediate inspection and repair. 2. Abnormal tire pressure alert: Either excessively high or low tire pressure can trigger this warning. The symbol resembles an open triangle with an exclamation mark in the middle. Abnormal tire pressure not only poses safety hazards while driving but may also cause varying degrees of damage to the tires. 3. Lighting system alert: This warning appears when the lighting system needs to be activated during nighttime driving. Other independent front and rear headlights may also trigger this alert. A malfunctioning lighting system can create significant dangers when driving in dimly lit areas. If such an abnormal situation occurs, immediate inspection is necessary, and any damaged lights should be replaced.

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