What does the exclamation mark on the Emgrand GS dashboard mean?

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DelMatthew
07/29/25 10:31pm
When an exclamation mark appears on the car dashboard, there are 5 possible situations: general fault, automatic transmission fault, brake system fault, abnormal tire pressure, and lighting fault. The following is a detailed analysis of these 5 situations: General fault: An exclamation mark inside a triangle indicates a malfunction in the car's general performance or components and functions. Possible causes include parking sensor failure, fuel cut-off system intervention or malfunction, external light failure, engine oil pressure sensor failure, 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 is the automatic transmission fault warning light, indicating a transmission malfunction or transmission lubricant level below the normal range. The transmission oil should be replaced promptly. Brake system fault: An exclamation mark inside a circle with parentheses represents a brake system warning, mainly indicating a brake system malfunction or low brake fluid level. The brake system should be inspected immediately to avoid accidents. Abnormal tire pressure: An exclamation mark with a horizontal line below parentheses is the tire pressure monitoring warning light, which illuminates 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 is the lighting fault indicator, indicating a malfunction in the car's lights. Solution: Visit a 4S shop for inspection as soon as possible, or perform a self-check, focusing on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lighting to identify the problem.
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