What is the Car Maintenance Indicator Light?
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A small wrench indicator light on the dashboard is the "maintenance indicator light." When this maintenance reminder appears, it indicates that the car requires servicing. After maintenance, the 4S dealership will remove this maintenance reminder symbol from the vehicle's computer. This wrench symbol will reappear when the next maintenance is due. Each time maintenance is completed, the 4S dealership will handle this process. Relevant information about car maintenance is introduced as follows: 1. Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car, also known as car servicing. 2. Modern car maintenance mainly includes the maintenance of the engine system, transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, power steering system, and other related components. 3. The purpose of car maintenance is to keep the vehicle clean and tidy, maintain normal technical conditions, eliminate potential hazards, prevent faults, slow down the deterioration process, and extend the service life.
My car was only driven starting last year, and one day a small yellow light suddenly appeared on the dashboard, shaped like a wrench. Later, I checked the manual and realized it was the maintenance indicator. Simply put, it reminds me that the car needs regular maintenance, just like a phone app reminding you not to forget updates. The light usually comes on based on mileage or time—for example, after driving 5,000 kilometers or if six months have passed without maintenance, the computer triggers it automatically. Maintenance includes basic tasks like changing the engine oil, checking the air filter, and balancing the tires to keep the engine lubricated and running smoothly. Ignoring it and continuing to drive poses significant risks—old engine oil can wear out internal engine parts, leading to higher repair costs and potential safety issues. Last time the light came on, I immediately took it to the dealership for a full inspection. Although it cost a bit, I felt much more at ease driving afterward. I recommend new car owners pay attention to this light—don’t treat it as just a decoration.
