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What does SVS on the dashboard mean?

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DeAdaline

07/25/25 7:09am

SVS on the dashboard is a malfunction indicator light. It is a warning light that appears when the ECU (Engine Control Unit) or TCU (Transmission Control Unit) of an electronically fuel-injected vehicle detects an issue with the engine or automatic transmission. Below are some details about SVS: 1. The SVS light is a standard indicator in the automotive industry, responsible for alerting users to abnormalities in the powertrain system and prompting them to have the vehicle inspected at a service center. 2. When the powertrain system's self-diagnosis detects an abnormality, the SVS light will illuminate to prompt the user to have the vehicle serviced. Additional Information: 1. An SVS light alert may originate from the engine, transmission, or gearshift mechanism. If the SVS light is flashing, it indicates a current fault in the powertrain system, requiring immediate inspection at a service center. 2. The SVS light in a car is similar to the engine malfunction light. When the SVS indicator is on, it means the engine control unit has detected an erroneous signal from a sensor or that a sensor has exceeded its standard operating parameters.

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