What does a wrench symbol on the car dashboard mean?
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A wrench symbol on the car dashboard indicates that the vehicle requires maintenance. The purpose of the maintenance indicator light is to remind the driver to service the vehicle after it has been driven for a certain mileage. The maintenance cycle is preset when the vehicle leaves the factory, and the small wrench symbol will appear at regular mileage intervals. Typically, the maintenance cycle for a car is every 5,000 to 8,000 kilometers, with the factory-set cycle often exceeding 8,000 kilometers. Car maintenance refers to the process of using specialized care materials and products tailored to the different materials of various vehicle components to provide comprehensive care. This includes maintenance of the engine, transmission, chassis, cooling system, fuel system, and more.
That day when I was driving to work, a small wrench icon suddenly popped up on the dashboard, startling me so much that I almost pulled over. Later, I asked my old friend who repairs cars and found out that this wrench is just a reminder for you to go for maintenance. The car automatically calculates how many kilometers you've driven or how long it's been since the last service, and when it reaches the scheduled cycle, it lights up, like an alarm clock built into the vehicle. Don't worry, it's not a major fault, but you shouldn't ignore it completely. I once stubbornly delayed going, and just after 6,000 kilometers, the transmission started making strange noises. The mechanic said insufficient lubrication had worn out internal parts. So I advise everyone to schedule a visit to the 4S shop as soon as they see the wrench icon. Most cars nowadays can automatically turn off the light after maintenance. If the light stays on right after maintenance, remember to ask the mechanic to check the reset status.
