What does the wrench light on the dashboard mean?

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VonJeremiah
07/24/25 10:24am
The wrench light on the dashboard indicates that it's time for the vehicle to undergo maintenance. This symbol appears when the vehicle has reached the mileage set by the system, signaling that routine maintenance is required. The presence of this light does not affect the normal operation of the vehicle, and it will disappear after the maintenance is completed. Common dashboard symbols include: coolant temperature indicator, handbrake indicator, and abnormal engine oil indicator. Car maintenance knowledge: Conventional oil requires maintenance every 5,000 kilometers or six months; semi-synthetic oil every 7,500 kilometers or eight months; and full-synthetic oil every 10,000 kilometers or one year. If the usual driving conditions are harsh, the maintenance interval should be shortened accordingly.
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