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What does a yellow exclamation mark mean?

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Reese

07/25/25 4:24pm

There are four possible scenarios when a yellow exclamation mark appears on the car dashboard: general malfunction, automatic transmission failure, abnormal tire pressure, and lighting system fault. Below is a detailed analysis of these four situations: General Malfunction: A triangle with an exclamation mark inside indicates a malfunction in the vehicle's general performance or components and functions. Common issues include parking sensor failure, fuel cut-off system intervention or malfunction, external light failure, or engine oil pressure sensor malfunction. It is necessary to visit a 4S shop for inspection to identify the source of the problem. Automatic Transmission Failure: A yellow gear symbol with an exclamation mark inside is the automatic transmission fault warning light, indicating a transmission malfunction or transmission fluid level below the normal range. Transmission fluid should be replaced promptly. Abnormal Tire Pressure: An exclamation mark inside a horizontal line under a bracket represents the tire pressure monitoring warning light. This light illuminates when the tire pressure is too low. Check the tire pressure and restore it to the normal range. Lighting System Fault: A yellow bulb symbol with an exclamation mark is the lighting fault indicator, signaling a malfunction in one of the vehicle's lights. Solution: Visit a 4S shop for inspection as soon as possible, or conduct a self-check focusing on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lighting to identify the issue. There is also a red exclamation mark inside a circle with parentheses, which represents a warning for the braking system, mainly indicating brake system failure or low brake fluid level. The braking system should be inspected immediately to avoid accidents.

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