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What does it mean when a warning light with an exclamation mark is illuminated on the dashboard?

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DelSimon

07/29/25 12:55pm

There are five possible scenarios when an exclamation mark warning light appears on the car dashboard: general fault, automatic transmission fault, brake system fault, abnormal tire pressure, and lighting fault. Below is a detailed analysis of these five situations: General Fault: A triangle with an exclamation mark inside indicates a general performance or component malfunction. Common issues include parking sensor failure, fuel cutoff system intervention or malfunction, external light failure, or engine oil pressure sensor failure. It is recommended 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 low transmission fluid level. 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. This could indicate a brake system malfunction or low brake fluid level. Immediate inspection of the brake system is necessary to avoid accidents. Abnormal Tire Pressure: A horizontal line with parentheses below and an exclamation mark in the middle is 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 Fault: A yellow bulb 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 perform a self-check focusing on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lights to identify the issue.

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