What does the TC slash on the car dashboard mean?
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When the car dashboard displays a TC slash, it indicates a fault in the traction control system. The reasons for the TC light turning on include: 1. Faulty solenoid valve; 2. Dirty engine oil clogging the solenoid valve filter; 3. Wear and tear on the actuator gear and impeller causing oil pressure leakage, triggering the alarm; 4. Dirty throttle body with an opening reaching 20%, leading the engine computer to mistakenly diagnose a TC fault. If such a fault occurs, it is recommended that the owner promptly visit a repair shop for inspection. The working principle of the traction control system involves replacing the mechanical connection between the accelerator pedal and the throttle with an electronic throttle control device. Sensors transmit the accelerator pedal's information to the ECU, which generates control voltage signals based on the data. The servo motor then adjusts the throttle according to these signals, thereby reducing throttle opening and controlling wheel slip.