What does the P with a slash mean as a warning light?
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The dashboard P light with a slash indicates a parking brake malfunction. In this case, you should promptly visit a 4S shop or repair shop for maintenance. The illuminated P light on the dashboard shows that the electronic parking brake is in the activated state. The parking system is divided into electronic parking brakes and automatic parking. The application of mechanical control electronics is becoming increasingly widespread, and the parking brake has evolved from the traditional lever handbrake to an electronic parking brake button. The function of the electronic parking brake remains unchanged, only the control method has shifted from the previous mechanical handbrake lever to an electronic button. Automatic parking is a function of automatic braking. After activating this function, it simplifies operations by avoiding the use of the handbrake or electronic parking brake, and for automatic transmission models, it eliminates the need for frequent switching between D to N and D to P. The functions of the handbrake are: pulling up the handbrake when parking keeps the vehicle stationary and prevents it from rolling downhill; pulling up the handbrake while turning during driving can create a drifting effect; in emergencies, the handbrake can be used as a brake. Precautions for using the handbrake: avoid pulling it too tight to prevent system damage; avoid parking with the handbrake on long slopes; do not pull the handbrake while driving at high speeds; release the handbrake before starting the car.
