What Does the Sun Exclamation Mark on the Car Dashboard Represent?
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Car dashboard sun exclamation mark represents automatic transmission failure. In such cases, the vehicle should be sent to a 4S shop or a professional auto repair shop for inspection and repair as soon as possible. Before driving, it is advisable to conduct a vehicle condition check. During driving, pay attention to any abnormal conditions of the vehicle and perform regular car maintenance to prevent driving hazards. The following is an introduction to car maintenance: 1. Definition of car maintenance: Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, supplying, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car, also known as car servicing. 2. Scope of car maintenance: Modern car maintenance mainly includes the maintenance of the engine system (engine), transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, power steering system, etc. 3. Purpose of car maintenance: The purpose of car maintenance is to keep the car clean, maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate hidden dangers to prevent failures, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life.
Seeing this sun exclamation mark icon, I have to tell you it's a big deal, especially for an experienced driver like me who has driven multiple cars. The most common reason for this warning light is a fault in the lighting system, such as a burnt-out bulb in the taillights, brake lights, or license plate lights. There could be several causes: first, bulbs naturally age over time and are prone to failure, especially when subjected to vibrations on bumpy roads; second, it could be due to a short circuit or a blown fuse, which is more likely to happen after rain or if the car has been submerged in water. I recently encountered this issue—while driving home at night, this light suddenly came on, and upon inspection, it turned out the rear bulb filament had broken. If not addressed promptly, it can be particularly dangerous—other drivers may not see your car's position clearly at night, increasing the risk of rear-end collisions; moreover, you might even get a ticket from the police. So, I recommend pulling over immediately to check the rear lights. If you have spare bulbs, replacing them yourself is convenient; otherwise, head to a professional repair shop as soon as possible—safety comes first. Having technicians test the lights during regular maintenance is also a good preventive measure.
