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Transmission fault warning symbol: red solid gear wheel with an exclamation mark inside
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Transmission fault warning

Red solid gear wheel with an exclamation mark inside. · also called “gearbox warning”, “transmission light”

What it means on bmw

Transmission fault

Orange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the transmission has a problem. Have it checked by a workshop.

Source · Independent reference BMW dashboard warning lights guide (dealer publication) · checked

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Questions about the Transmission fault warning symbol

What does the Transmission fault warning symbol mean on BMW cars?
Orange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the transmission has a problem. Have it checked by a workshop.
What does the Transmission fault warning symbol mean on Škoda cars?
Lights up with the red triangle. With a gearbox malfunction message do not continue driving and seek a specialist garage. With an overheating message stop, switch off the engine and wait; once the light goes out the journey can continue.
Does the Transmission fault warning symbol mean the same on every appliance?
No. On BMW cars it means: Transmission fault. On Škoda cars it means: Automatic gearbox fault or overheating (red).
What does the Transmission fault warning symbol look like?
Red solid gear wheel with an exclamation mark inside. It is also called “gearbox warning” and “transmission light”.

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