What does a yellow exclamation mark in the car mean?
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A yellow exclamation mark on the car dashboard indicates an abnormality or malfunction in the corresponding system. There are many warning lights on the dashboard with exclamation marks, such as the tire pressure indicator, lighting fault indicator, steering system fault indicator, brake system fault light, and transmission fault indicator. Below is a detailed explanation of the yellow exclamation mark warning light: General Fault: A triangle with an exclamation mark inside indicates a general performance or component malfunction in the car. Common issues include parking sensor failure, fuel cutoff system intervention or malfunction, external light failure, or engine oil pressure sensor failure. It is necessary to visit a 4S shop for inspection to identify the source of the fault. Automatic Transmission Fault: A yellow gear with an exclamation mark inside is the automatic transmission fault warning light, indicating a transmission malfunction or transmission fluid level below the normal range. The transmission fluid should be replaced promptly. Brake System Fault: A circle with parentheses and an exclamation mark in the middle represents a brake system warning, indicating a brake system malfunction or low brake fluid level. The brake system should be inspected immediately to avoid accidents. Tire Pressure Abnormality: A horizontal line with parentheses and an exclamation mark below represents the tire pressure monitoring warning light. This light turns on when the tire pressure is too low. Check the tire pressure and restore it to the normal range. Lighting Fault: A yellow bulb with an exclamation mark is the lighting fault indicator, indicating a malfunction in one of the car lights. Solution: Visit a 4S shop for inspection as soon as possible, or check commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, or interior lights to identify the issue. Additionally, during daily vehicle use, the warning lights on the dashboard are divided into yellow and red to indicate different levels of severity: Yellow indicates a fault in the corresponding system that is not very serious. Reduce speed and proceed to a repair shop to eliminate potential safety hazards. Red indicates a very serious problem in the corresponding system. In such cases, do not continue driving. Pull over immediately and seek professional assistance to prevent unpredictable risks to the vehicle and personal safety. Note: When starting the car, all warning lights will illuminate for a system self-check and will turn off after the check is completed. If a light does not turn on when the ignition is switched on, remains lit, or turns on while driving, it indicates a fault in the related system. In such cases, seek professional help promptly for inspection and elimination of safety hazards.
I've been driving for over ten years, and my first reaction when I see a yellow exclamation mark on the dashboard is to check the tires. This is usually the tire pressure monitoring system alerting, indicating that the pressure in one of the tires is too low. Driving on the highway in summer can heat up the tires, or a sudden temperature drop in winter can cause this situation. My own car once had the light come on due to a nail puncture causing air leakage. First, use a tire pressure gauge to measure the pressure in all four tires. If it's below the manufacturer's recommended value (the standard is on the sticker on the door frame), find a place to inflate them immediately. If the light stays on after driving a few kilometers after inflating, it might be a sensor failure or wiring issue, and it's best to go to a shop for professional equipment testing. Occasionally, the brake system warning can also trigger this light, but tire issues account for eighty to ninety percent of the cases.
