What does the yellow exclamation mark on the Volkswagen dashboard mean?
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Volkswagen dashboard with a yellow exclamation mark indicates different issues based on the icon: 1. If the icon is a yellow triangle with an exclamation mark in the middle, it represents the Traction Control System (TCS) indicator light, which reminds the driver to turn off the traction control system; 2. If the icon is a yellow bracket with an exclamation mark in the middle, it represents the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) indicator light, indicating that the tire pressure of a certain tire is insufficient and needs to be checked; 3. If the icon is a yellow gear with an exclamation mark in the middle, it represents the Automatic Transmission Fault Warning Light, indicating a fault in the transmission, transmission lubricant below the normal range, or the need to replace the lubricant.
A few days ago, while I was driving, a yellow exclamation mark suddenly appeared on the dashboard. My first thought was a tire pressure issue, and sure enough, there was a nail in the right front tire. This warning light is quite common in Volkswagens. Besides low tire pressure, it could also indicate a brake system alert (like worn-out brake pads) or a lighting system malfunction (such as a burnt-out brake light). An abnormal electronic parking brake can also trigger this light. I usually check if there’s any text prompt in the middle of the dashboard first, as some models display specific issues. If it suddenly lights up on the highway, don’t panic—check if the tires aren’t leaking and the brakes are functioning normally, then drive to the nearest service area. Connecting to a diagnostic scanner to check the fault codes is the safest approach.
