What to Do When a Wrench Symbol Appears on the Car?

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AlexisFitz
07/28/25 7:18pm
The appearance of a "small wrench" on the car dashboard does not indicate a vehicle malfunction; it is simply a reminder for maintenance. The specific explanations are as follows: 1. Timely Maintenance: This symbol is very user-friendly. If the wrench indicator light comes on while driving, it is necessary to promptly go to a 4S shop for car maintenance to avoid potential malfunctions during driving. Due to differences in car models, the mileage design may vary. You can find reference information in the car's maintenance manual. 2. Car Maintenance Cycle: Typically, the maintenance cycle for a car is every 5,000-8,000 kilometers driven, and the original factory-set cycle is usually longer than 8,000 kilometers.
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SanEliana
08/12/25 12:26am
As a veteran driver with twenty years of experience, I don't panic at all when the wrench symbol pops up on the dashboard. It's like a thoughtful reminder, telling me it's time for maintenance. Just the other day, this light came on in my car, so I immediately checked the owner's manual for the maintenance mileage record. My car requires service every 8,000 kilometers, and it was right on schedule. Over the weekend, I drove straight to my trusted repair shop, where the mechanic changed the engine oil and oil filter, and also checked the brake pads and tires. The whole process took just half an hour, and the wrench light went off after resetting. To be honest, I feel more at ease when this light is on—it's better than some hidden faults. I always make a note of the next maintenance date in my phone's calendar for a double reminder, just to be safe.
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