What Does the Yellow Exclamation Mark on a Car Indicate?
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When a yellow exclamation mark appears on the car dashboard, it can indicate 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 indicates a malfunction in the vehicle's general performance, components, or functions. Common causes include parking sensor failure, fuel cutoff system intervention or malfunction, external light failure, or engine oil pressure sensor issues. It is advisable to visit a 4S shop for diagnosis and repair to identify the source of the fault. Automatic Transmission Failure: A yellow gear with an exclamation mark inside is the automatic transmission warning light, signaling a fault in the transmission or that the transmission fluid level is below the normal range. Immediate replacement of the transmission fluid is recommended. Abnormal Tire Pressure: An exclamation mark inside a horizontal line under a parenthesis represents the tire pressure monitoring warning light. This light illuminates when the tire pressure is too low. Check the tire pressure and adjust it back to the normal range. Lighting System Malfunction: A yellow bulb with an exclamation mark is the lighting system fault indicator, alerting you to a malfunctioning light. Solution: Visit a 4S shop as soon as possible for inspection and repair, or conduct a self-check focusing on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lights to identify the issue. Additionally, a red exclamation mark inside a circle with parentheses indicates a warning related to the braking system, typically signaling a braking system failure or low brake fluid level. Immediate inspection and repair of the braking system are necessary to prevent accidents.