What does the exclamation mark on the car mean and how to deal with it?
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There are three types of exclamation marks that may appear on a car: 1. A yellow triangle with an exclamation mark in the middle: the traction system indicator light; 2. A yellow bracket with an exclamation mark in the middle: the tire pressure monitoring indicator light, indicating that the pressure of a certain tire is insufficient; 3. A yellow gear with an exclamation mark in the middle: the automatic transmission fault warning light, indicating that there is a fault in the transmission or the lubricant needs to be replaced. Solutions for the exclamation mark on the car: 1. Turn off the traction control system or inspect and repair the TCS; 2. Go to a repair shop to check the tire pressure and inspect the tire surface for any foreign objects; 3. Replace the lubricant or repair the transmission.
That day when I was driving on the highway, a yellow exclamation mark suddenly appeared on the dashboard, which scared me into immediately looking for a service area to pull over. You can't afford to ignore these warning lights, as different shapes represent entirely different meanings. An exclamation mark inside a circle indicates a brake system alert—you should gently press the brake pedal right away to check the braking force. An exclamation mark inside parentheses is the tire pressure monitoring system, most likely signaling a punctured tire or air leakage. An exclamation mark inside a triangle is a general warning light, possibly indicating an unclosed door or low windshield washer fluid. I always keep a tire pressure gauge in the glove compartment. If the tire warning light comes on, I first check the tire pressure. If one tire is significantly low, I replace it with the spare and drive slowly to get it fixed. Never take risks with a red brake warning light—call for a tow truck immediately. Remember, if you don’t understand a warning light, refer to the owner’s manual—it has detailed illustrations and explanations.
