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Why is the car dashboard key light flashing?

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VonLena

07/29/25 4:51pm

The flashing key icon on the dashboard indicates that the anti-theft system is activated. When this indicator light is on, the car cannot be started. Multiple failed attempts to start the engine will lock it, which is also known as engine immobilization. The anti-theft indicator light has two states: armed and disarmed, and it flashes at different frequencies for each state. The indicator light will flash regularly, and the flashing frequency also varies when unlocking and driving. Components of the car dashboard: 1. Speedometer and odometer: Consists of two gauges, one for speed and the other for mileage. 2. Tachometer: The tachometer is usually located within the instrument panel. 3. Indicator and warning lights: Timing belt indicator, exhaust temperature warning light, brake warning light, ABS warning light, etc. 4. Oil pressure gauge: The sensor for the oil pressure gauge is a piezoresistive sensor, which is fixed to the engine oil line with threads. 5. Water temperature gauge: The sensor for the water temperature gauge is a thermistor sensor, which is fixed to the engine cooling water passage with threads. 6. Fuel gauge: The fuel gauge contains two coils, located on the "F" and "E" sides respectively.

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