What Does the Yellow Exclamation Mark Indicate?
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When a yellow exclamation mark appears on the car dashboard, it typically indicates one of four possible issues: general faults, automatic transmission failure, abnormal tire pressure, or lighting system malfunction. Below is a detailed analysis of each scenario: General Faults: A triangle with an exclamation mark inside signifies that the vehicle's general performance, components, or functions have encountered an issue. Common causes include parking sensor failure, fuel cut-off system intervention or malfunction, external light failure, or engine oil pressure sensor malfunction. It is recommended to visit a 4S shop for diagnostics to identify the root cause. Automatic Transmission Failure: A yellow gear symbol with an exclamation mark represents the automatic transmission warning light, indicating either a transmission fault or insufficient transmission fluid. Immediate replacement of transmission fluid is advised. Abnormal Tire Pressure: An exclamation mark inside a horizontal line beneath a bracket denotes the tire pressure monitoring warning light. This illuminates when the tire pressure is too low. Check and adjust the tire pressure to the recommended range. Lighting System Malfunction: A yellow bulb symbol with an exclamation mark indicates a lighting system fault. Solutions include visiting a 4S shop for inspection or performing a self-check, focusing on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lights to identify the problematic component. Additionally, a red exclamation mark inside a circled bracket signifies a braking system alert, typically due to brake system failure or low brake fluid level. Immediate inspection and repair of the braking system are crucial to prevent accidents.