What does the 'SS' with a slash on the car dashboard indicate as a fault?
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The warning light displaying 'SS' with a slash on the car dashboard indicates that the vehicle's auto start-stop system is turned off or malfunctioning. Additional information: Reasons for the auto start-stop system being turned off or malfunctioning: 1. Auto start-stop system turned off: Auto start protection function. When the vehicle frequently starts and stops automatically, the battery power can be easily depleted. To prevent this, the vehicle will disable the auto start-stop function and illuminate a yellow warning light. 2. Auto start-stop system malfunction: The auto start-stop function has encountered a fault, and this situation can only be resolved through repair.
Last time when I was driving, I saw that diagonal slash icon light up on the dashboard and felt particularly panicked. It usually indicates a problem with the car's braking system. The most common causes could be low brake fluid level or severely worn brake pads. A faulty sensor is also a possible issue, especially prone to malfunction in older vehicles. If encountering this situation, I recommend immediately checking the brake fluid reservoir - you can find that small container in the engine compartment - to see if the fluid level is within the normal range. If the level is low, adding some brake fluid can temporarily help, but this isn't a permanent solution. Also remember to confirm whether the handbrake is fully released, as sometimes accidentally leaving it engaged can trigger this warning light. Driving with brake issues is extremely dangerous - a friend of mine once had a minor accident because of this, so safety first. If problems are detected, it's best to drive slowly and go directly to a professional repair shop. By the way, regular brake maintenance can prevent similar issues, such as checking every few thousand kilometers to avoid trouble. In short, don't take this warning light lightly - it concerns life safety.
