What does the wrench warning light on the car dashboard mean?

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DiGavin
07/30/25 12:36am
The wrench symbol appearing on the dashboard is a maintenance indicator light, which does not indicate a vehicle malfunction but serves as a reminder for the owner to perform scheduled maintenance. This is a very user-friendly design feature. The wrench symbol typically appears during the vehicle's self-check when starting the engine. The purpose of the maintenance indicator light is to alert the owner to perform maintenance after the vehicle has traveled a certain mileage. It's important to note that different vehicle models may have varying maintenance intervals, so always refer to the vehicle's user manual for specific details. Introduction to car maintenance: 1. Car maintenance refers to the periodic preventive work of inspecting, cleaning, supplying, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain components of the vehicle, also known as vehicle servicing. 2. Modern car maintenance primarily includes the maintenance of engine systems, transmission systems, air conditioning systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, power steering systems, and more.
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