What does the yellow exclamation mark on the Civic dashboard mean?
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When a yellow exclamation mark appears on the car dashboard, there are four possible scenarios: general fault, automatic transmission fault, abnormal tire pressure, or lighting fault. Below is a detailed analysis of these four situations: General Fault: A triangle with an exclamation mark inside indicates a malfunction in the car's general performance, components, or functions. Common issues include parking sensor failure, fuel cutoff system intervention or malfunction, external light failure, or engine oil pressure sensor failure. It is recommended to visit a 4S shop for inspection to identify the source of the fault. Automatic Transmission Fault: A yellow gear with an exclamation mark inside is the automatic transmission fault warning light, indicating a problem with the transmission or that the transmission fluid is below the normal range. The transmission fluid should be replaced promptly. Abnormal Tire Pressure: A horizontal line under a parenthesis with an exclamation mark in the middle represents the tire pressure monitoring warning light. This light turns on when the tire pressure is too low. Check the tire pressure and restore it to the normal range. Lighting Fault: A yellow bulb with an exclamation mark is the lighting fault indicator, signaling a malfunction in one of the car lights. Solution: Visit a 4S shop for inspection as soon as possible, or conduct a self-check focusing on commonly used bulbs such as turn signals, fog lights, and interior lights to identify the issue. There is also a red exclamation mark inside a circle with parentheses, which represents a warning for the braking system. Common causes include braking system failure or low brake fluid level. Immediate inspection of the braking system is required to avoid accidents.