What does the circle with an exclamation mark on the car mean?
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Red exclamation mark (specifically a circle with an exclamation mark inside parentheses), this represents a warning for the braking system, mainly indicating a brake system malfunction or low brake fluid level. Solution: Immediate inspection and repair of the braking system is required to avoid accidents. Apart from the red exclamation mark indicating a brake system fault, all other exclamation marks on a car are yellow, representing general faults, automatic transmission faults, abnormal tire pressure, and lighting faults. Below is a detailed analysis of these four situations: General fault: A triangle with an exclamation mark inside. If this symbol lights up, it indicates a general performance or component and function fault in the car. Main issues include parking sensor faults, fuel cut-off system intervention or malfunction, external light faults, engine oil pressure sensor faults, etc. 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. This is the automatic transmission fault warning light, indicating a transmission fault or transmission lubricant level below the normal range. Transmission fluid should be replaced promptly. Abnormal tire pressure: A horizontal line under parentheses with an exclamation mark in the middle. This represents the tire pressure monitoring warning light, which lights up when the car's tire pressure is too low. Check the car's tire pressure and restore it to the normal range. Lighting fault: A yellow bulb with an exclamation mark. This is the lighting fault indicator, indicating a fault in the car's lights. Solution: Visit a 4S shop as soon as possible for inspection and repair, or conduct a self-check, focusing on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lights, to identify the problem.
Last time I was driving, I suddenly noticed a warning light on the dashboard - a circle with an exclamation mark inside. It made me quite nervous. After asking some friends, I learned this was the tire pressure warning light, indicating either low tire pressure or a system malfunction. There could be several reasons, like a slow leak from a nail puncture or natural pressure drop due to cold weather. When this happens, don't keep driving - immediately find a gas station or repair shop to check and inflate your tires to the recommended pressure. The proper tire pressure is listed on the door jamb sticker or in the owner's manual. Ignoring it can lead to unstable handling, increased fuel consumption, and in severe cases, dangerous blowouts at high speeds. I've made it a habit to check tire pressure monthly - maintaining proper pressure extends tire life and prevents accidents.
