What does the exclamation mark on the left side of the xrv mean?
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xrv vehicles display several types of exclamation marks, as the specific graphic is not visible. Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator: There is a horizontal line under a bracket, with small serrations at the bottom of the line and an exclamation mark in the middle. The entire icon is yellow. This indicator is the tire pressure monitoring light. When this light comes on, it indicates that the tire pressure in one of the car's tires is abnormal. You should stop as soon as possible to check if there are any abnormalities in the tires. If there are abnormalities, do not continue driving. If everything appears normal, still visit an auto repair shop for inspection as soon as possible. General Fault Indicator: A yellow triangular symbol with an exclamation mark in the middle. The entire icon is yellow. This indicator is the general fault warning light. When this light comes on, there can be many possible causes, such as poor contact or malfunction of external lights (parking lights, taillights, turn signals, rear fog lights, license plate lights, etc.), damaged wiring harness in the trunk, traction control system warning or malfunction, parking sensor failure, etc. Among these, the most common issues are brake light or license plate light failure. Automatic Transmission Fault Warning Light: A gear-shaped icon with an exclamation mark inside. The entire icon is yellow. This indicator is the automatic transmission fault warning light. When this light comes on, it indicates a fault in the transmission, transmission lubricant below the normal range, or the need to replace the lubricant.
I just worked on a few XR-Vs, and when the exclamation mark on the left side of the dashboard lights up, it usually indicates a brake system warning, meaning there's an issue with the brakes. The most common cause is the handbrake not being fully released, which can make the car feel heavy or the brakes unresponsive while driving. If it's due to low brake fluid, there's a small reservoir in the engine compartment where you can check the fluid level—if it's below the marked line, you should top it up with the specified fluid immediately. Safety first—never ignore this warning. Pull over to check the fluid level or release the handbrake; if that doesn't work, visit a professional repair shop. Driving with this light on is risky, as brake failure can lead to serious accidents. Regular maintenance should include checking these components to avoid sudden issues.
