What does the SVS indicator on the dashboard mean?
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The SVS light in a car is similar to the engine malfunction indicator light. When the SVS light is on, it indicates that the engine control unit has detected an error signal from a certain sensor or that the sensor has exceeded its usage standard. When the ignition is turned on, the SVS light will illuminate for an automatic check and then turn off after a few seconds, allowing the vehicle to operate normally. Here are some related details: 1. Can the car still be driven if the SVS light stays on? You can try to start the engine. If it fails to start, it might be due to an abnormal fuel pump that cannot supply fuel properly to the engine. If the engine starts, it could be a fault with another sensor. In this case, the car can still be driven, but the fault may affect normal vehicle operation, such as increased fuel consumption or body shaking. 2. How to handle the SVS light being on: First, check if other car equipment shows any abnormalities, such as the coolant temperature gauge or oil pressure warning light. If only the SVS light is on and the engine can still start, drive cautiously, control your speed, and go to a repair shop for inspection as soon as possible. If symptoms like increased combustion chamber temperature or the oil pressure warning light appear, continuing to drive may lead to increased engine wear and early engine damage.
