This infamous warning light signals a general problem. It can be a malfunction of fuel injection, ignition, camshaft or crankshaft, and many others. Sometimes the engine warning light can come on with the other symbol, but it can also appear in case of a random error. However, without running a car diagnostic, it is impossible to tell whether it is a severe problem or just a minor issue.

In some cases, the engine may even go into emergency mode, and its performance may be limited. If this happens, we recommend an urgent visit to a car service center.