What does the battery symbol on the car display mean?

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LaNicole
07/29/25 3:54pm
The battery symbol displayed on the car dashboard indicates a fault in the battery system. The reasons for the light turning on are: 1. Battery aging; 2. Loose battery connection; 3. Generator failure; 4. Engine belt failure; 5. Insufficient voltage; 6. Fuse and relay failure. The maintenance methods for the car battery are: 1. Charge the battery promptly when the ammeter shows insufficient charge; 2. Adjust the density of the electrolyte according to different regions and seasons; 3. Add distilled water or a special replenishing fluid when the electrolyte is low; 4. The total duration of each engine start should not exceed 5 seconds.
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