What does the teapot on the car dashboard mean?
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The teapot on the car dashboard is the engine oil pressure warning light. When this light comes on, it indicates insufficient oil pressure, which can be caused by: 1. Insufficient lubricating oil in the oil pan, or the lubricating oil grade being unsuitable or the viscosity being too low; 2. Poor sealing at various sealing surfaces, valves, and pipe joints, or severe leakage or rupture in the lubricating oil passages or pipes. Engine oil, also known as engine lubricant, serves to lubricate and reduce friction, assist in cooling, seal against leaks, prevent rust and corrosion, and provide shock absorption for the engine. Engine oil consists of two parts: base oil and additives. The base oil is the main component of the lubricant, determining its basic properties, while additives compensate for and improve the shortcomings of the base oil, imparting certain new properties, making them an important part of the lubricant.