What does the exclamation mark on the dashboard of a Prado mean?

[RowanLee]

There are five possible scenarios when an exclamation mark appears on the car dashboard: general faults, automatic transmission faults, brake system faults, abnormal tire pressure, and lighting faults. Below is a detailed analysis of these five situations: General Faults: An exclamation mark inside a triangle indicates that there is a fault with the general performance, components, or functions of the car. Common issues include parking sensor faults, fuel cutoff system intervention or faults, external light faults, and engine oil pressure sensor faults. It is necessary to visit a 4S shop for inspection to identify the source of the fault. Automatic Transmission Faults: A yellow gear with an exclamation mark inside is the automatic transmission fault warning light, indicating that there is a fault with the transmission or the transmission fluid level is below the normal range. The transmission fluid should be replaced promptly. Brake System Faults: An exclamation mark inside a circle with parentheses represents a brake system warning. Common issues include brake system faults and low brake fluid levels. Immediate inspection of the brake system is required to avoid accidents. Abnormal Tire Pressure: An exclamation mark with a horizontal line below parentheses is the tire pressure monitoring warning light. This light will illuminate when the tire pressure is too low. Check the tire pressure and restore it to the normal range. Lighting Faults: A yellow bulb with an exclamation mark is the lighting fault indicator, signaling that there is a fault with one of the car lights. Solution: Visit a 4S shop for inspection as soon as possible, or conduct a self-check. Focus on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lights to identify the issue.

[DeGrace]

Hey, when it comes to that little exclamation mark on the Prado's dashboard, don't take it lightly! I encountered it myself on a long-distance trip, and it gave me quite a scare. The most common one is a yellow light with an exclamation mark inside a circle—that's telling you the tire pressure is low, especially if you've been driving on rough roads where air leaks easily. Pull over and check the tire pressure right away. If it's a red circle with an exclamation mark in the middle, that's serious! It likely means there's an issue with the brake system—either the brake fluid is low or the brake pads are worn to the limit. Slow down immediately, find a safe place to stop, and call for a tow to the repair shop. Another symbol looks like a light bulb with an exclamation mark inside—that means a bulb is out, so replace it quickly to avoid a ticket. Sometimes, an exclamation mark also lights up if a door isn't closed properly, which isn't a big deal. Bottom line: don't ignore it and keep driving—the dashboard is your car talking to you!