What does the (!) on the car dashboard indicate?
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Car dashboard showing (!) is the brake system warning light, which may occur under the following circumstances: 1. Severe wear of the brake friction pads; 2. Brake fluid level is too low; 3. The parking brake is engaged. If the red brake warning light is illuminated, the ABS warning light will also light up simultaneously, as the ABS cannot function properly when there is a fault in the conventional brake system. The car dashboard is a device that reflects the working conditions of various vehicle systems. Common indicators include the fuel indicator, washer fluid indicator, electronic throttle indicator, front and rear fog light indicators, and warning lights. Different cars have different dashboards, but conventional car dashboards generally include the speedometer, tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, fuel gauge, and charging gauge.
I've encountered the dashboard warning light with an exclamation mark several times while driving. This type of warning light usually indicates a potential issue with the car's system, most commonly low tire pressure, especially when going downhill with a flat tire. It could also mean the parking brake isn't fully released or there's a brake system malfunction, such as low brake fluid level or sensor failure. Safety first, I recommend slowing down and pulling over immediately to check if there's any visible tire leakage. If the tire pressure is normal, then check if the handbrake is released. If the light remains on, it's best not to risk driving and call a tow truck to a repair shop. Regular maintenance can prevent these issues, such as checking tire pressure monthly. I remember last month it was low tire pressure that caused the problem, and timely handling avoided the risk of a tire blowout.
