What does the exclamation mark on the Tiida dashboard mean?

[OAdaline]

There are five possible scenarios when an exclamation mark appears on the car dashboard, namely general malfunction, automatic transmission failure, brake system failure, abnormal tire pressure, and lighting malfunction. Below is a detailed analysis of these five situations: General malfunction: A triangle with an exclamation mark inside indicates that the vehicle's general performance, components, or functions have malfunctioned. Common issues 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 malfunction. Automatic transmission failure: A yellow gear with an exclamation mark inside is the automatic transmission failure warning light, indicating that there is a problem with the transmission or the transmission lubricant level is below the normal range. Transmission fluid should be replaced promptly. Brake system failure: An exclamation mark inside a circle with parentheses represents a brake system warning, primarily indicating brake system malfunction or low brake fluid level. Immediate inspection of the brake system is required to avoid accidents. Abnormal tire pressure: An exclamation mark with a horizontal line below the parentheses represents the tire pressure monitoring warning light, which illuminates when the tire pressure is too low. Check the tire pressure and restore it to the normal range. Lighting malfunction: A yellow bulb with an exclamation mark is the lighting malfunction indicator, signaling that a vehicle light has failed. Solution: Visit a 4S shop for inspection as soon as possible, or conduct a self-check focusing on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lighting to identify the issue.

[HaileyFitz]

When the exclamation mark appears on the Tiida's dashboard, I usually recall my driving conditions first. This universal warning light with an exclamation mark in a yellow triangle is like the car winking at you to hint at an issue. The most common cause is low tire pressure - last time it suddenly lit up when I was driving on the highway, and sure enough, one tire had a slow leak when I pulled over to check. It could also mean a door isn't closed properly or the trunk isn't locked tight, which is especially easy to overlook. If you don't tighten the fuel cap after refueling, it will remind you too. The most annoying is when there's a brake system problem - never ignore that red exclamation mark in parentheses; pull over immediately to check the brake fluid level. Never take any dashboard warning lights lightly, especially before long trips - it's best to check these details in advance.

[SanBarrett]

I've been driving a Tiida for five years, and every time the dashboard shows an exclamation mark, it feels like failing an exam. The key is to distinguish between the yellow triangle and the circled exclamation mark—these two are the most critical. The triangle exclamation mark might remind you that a headlight is out or the windshield washer fluid is low, which isn't too urgent. But if a red circled exclamation mark pops up, it's likely an issue with the brake system. In that case, even the handbrake should be released gently. Once during heavy rain, I encountered this and almost thought the brakes had failed. It turned out the brake pads were worn thin, triggering a sensor wire malfunction. I recommend keeping a tire pressure gauge in the car—sometimes the light comes on with just a 0.3 difference in tire pressure, and adding air makes it go away.

[LouisAnn]

I remember the technician mentioned during the first maintenance that the Nissan Tiida's exclamation mark warning light has four or five different meanings. The most common one is a door sensor malfunction, especially with the rear door—if it takes two attempts to lock, it can easily trigger a false alarm. Another frequent cause is the overly sensitive tire pressure monitoring system, which illuminates the light when tire pressure fluctuates due to significant temperature changes. Once, after installing a dashcam, the light stayed on, and it turned out to be a wrongly connected fuse after hours of troubleshooting. Now, I've developed a habit of checking tire condition and brake pad thickness monthly, which is far better than waiting for the light to prompt reactive measures. If a steering wheel icon appears alongside the exclamation mark on the dashboard, be extra cautious—it signals an issue with the power steering system.