What is the DEF warning light?
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DEF is the auxiliary water tank warning light. When this light illuminates, it indicates that the water in the auxiliary tank is nearly depleted, serving as a reminder for the owner to replenish it promptly. The vehicle's auxiliary water tank is located beneath the driver's seat. Removing the metal plate under the car seat will reveal it. The auxiliary tank is a rectangular plastic box. If the vehicle is equipped with power steering, there should also be a round plastic barrel on top. The auxiliary tank acts as a supplement to the main radiator and is a crucial component of the cooling system. When the temperature in the main radiator rises, creating pressure, the auxiliary tank helps regulate this by utilizing thermal expansion and contraction to assist the radiator and engine in expelling excess water.