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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Czechia
True/false 17 Czechia 35 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 642
What should cyclists do when riding over loose gravel or road debris?

201. What should cyclists do when riding over loose gravel or road debris?

Make quick steering movements to avoid loose stones.
✓ Reduce speed and steer smoothly.
Brake hard while turning.
Keep the same speed as on a dry, smooth road.

Loose material reduces tyre grip. Smooth steering and controlled speed lower the chance of losing balance.

Cyclist riding over loose gravel
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What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

202. What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

Merge without checking if traffic is moving slowly.
Reverse back the way you came.
Follow construction vehicles through the closed lane.
✓ Follow the temporary signs and merge safely when required.

Observe the temporary signs, adjust your speed, and merge safely according to the traffic situation and local rules.

Temporary traffic-lane closure ahead
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Why should you be careful when turning across oncoming traffic?

203. Why should you be careful when turning across oncoming traffic?

Oncoming vehicles need more distance to change lanes.
Turning makes your vehicle take longer to accelerate.
Your steering becomes less responsive during the turn.
✓ You must judge the speed and distance of approaching vehicles.

Turning across traffic requires careful observation. Misjudging speed or distance can lead to a serious collision.

Vehicle preparing to turn across oncoming traffic
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Where should you go after safely leaving a disabled vehicle in a tunnel?

204. Where should you go after safely leaving a disabled vehicle in a tunnel?

✓ To a protected emergency area or exit away from traffic.
Walk along the traffic lane toward the tunnel entrance.
Remain beside the vehicle and wait for assistance.
Wait directly behind the vehicle where drivers can see you.

Move away from live traffic and use a marked emergency exit, refuge area, or protected walkway where available.

Leaving a disabled vehicle for a tunnel emergency area
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Why is riding a bicycle after drinking alcohol dangerous?

205. Why is riding a bicycle after drinking alcohol dangerous?

A helmet protects you from alcohol-related risks.
✓ Alcohol can reduce your balance, coordination, judgement, and reaction time.
Alcohol affects driving more than cycling.
Cycling after drinking is safe on quiet roads.

Alcohol can make it harder to balance, steer, judge distances, and react to hazards. Riding a bicycle while impaired may also be against the law.

Alcohol consumption and bicycle-riding safety
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

206. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Risk of icy road conditions.
Engine coolant is too cold.
Air conditioning is active.
Winter tyres are fitted.

This symbol warns that the outside temperature is low enough for ice to form. Road surfaces, especially bridges and shaded areas, may be slippery even when they appear clear.

Icy-road warning symbol on the dashboard
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Which foot normally operates the brake and accelerator in a manual vehicle?

207. Which foot normally operates the brake and accelerator in a manual vehicle?

The left foot.
The left foot for the brake and right foot for the accelerator.
Either foot.
✓ The right foot.

In a manual vehicle, the right foot normally operates both the brake and accelerator pedals, while the left foot operates the clutch.

Pedal arrangement and foot controls in a manual vehicle
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

208. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Oil-pressure warning.
✓ Diesel particulate filter warning.
Engine-temperature warning.
Engine-management warning.

This symbol indicates a problem with the diesel particulate filter (DPF), often because soot has accumulated in the filter. The vehicle may require regeneration or professional inspection, depending on the vehicle and warning status.

Diesel particulate filter warning symbol on the dashboard
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What is the minimum licence for a 35 kW motorcycle at 0.2 kW/kg, derived from 70 kW?

209. What is the minimum licence for a 35 kW motorcycle at 0.2 kW/kg, derived from 70 kW?

Licence AM.
Licence A.
Licence B.
✓ Licence A2.

Category A2 covers motorcycles with power not exceeding 35 kW and a power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.2 kW/kg. The motorcycle must not be derived from a vehicle with more than double its power, so a 35 kW motorcycle may be derived from a vehicle of up to 70 kW.

35 kW motorcycle for category A2
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

210. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Cabin fan speed.
Air recirculation.
Air conditioning.
Seat heating.

This control adjusts the cabin ventilation fan speed. Increasing the setting moves more air through the vehicle's ventilation and climate-control system.

Control for adjusting the cabin fan speed
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Why should you be extra careful at night?

211. Why should you be extra careful at night?

Street lighting makes drivers less alert.
Vehicles need more distance to accelerate.
Road markings become less important.
✓ Visibility is reduced.

At night, it is harder to see pedestrians, cyclists, road markings, and hazards. Reduce speed and use the correct lights.

Road traffic in reduced night-time visibility
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Why is high-visibility clothing useful during a roadside breakdown?

212. Why is high-visibility clothing useful during a roadside breakdown?

It gives you priority when walking beside the road.
It makes hazard warning lights unnecessary.
It protects you from injury if a vehicle hits you.
✓ It makes you easier for approaching drivers and recovery workers to see.

High-visibility clothing improves your visibility, especially at night or in poor weather, but you must still remain away from traffic.

High-visibility clothing worn during a roadside breakdown
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Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

213. Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

Both feet together.
Either foot at the same time.
The left foot.
✓ The right foot.

In an automatic vehicle, the right foot should normally operate both the brake and accelerator pedals. The left foot should rest on the footrest to reduce the risk of pressing both pedals at the same time.

Right-foot control of an automatic vehicle's pedals
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Which licence category is mainly associated with mopeds?

214. Which licence category is mainly associated with mopeds?

Licence C.
✓ Licence AM.
Licence A.
Licence D.

Driving licence AM is mainly associated with mopeds. Category AM covers mopeds with a design speed above 25 km/h and up to 45 km/h.

Moped and category AM driving licence
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Which control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights?

215. Which control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights?

The rear-window demister.
The hazard warning switch.
✓ The lighting control.
The windscreen-wiper control.

The lighting control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights. Depending on the vehicle, it may be a rotary switch or part of a lighting stalk.

Lighting control for switching on dipped headlights
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When should you use rear fog lights?

216. When should you use rear fog lights?

When driving on high-speed roads at night.
✓ When visibility is seriously reduced by fog or similar conditions.
When visibility is slightly reduced.
When another vehicle is following closely.

Rear fog lights are very bright and should only be used when visibility is poor enough to require them.

Rear fog lights used in severely reduced visibility
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What should you do if an EV charging cable or connector is damaged?

217. What should you do if an EV charging cable or connector is damaged?

Reduce the charging power and continue using it.
Use it if the vehicle still begins charging.
✓ Do not use it, and report or arrange repair of the damage.
Hold the damaged section away from the vehicle.

Do not use a damaged charging cable or connector. Damage can create a risk of electric shock, overheating, or fire. Use suitable undamaged charging equipment and report the fault or arrange professional repair or replacement.

Damaged electric-vehicle charging cable or connector
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Why should hard braking be avoided while a motorcycle is leaning in a bend?

218. Why should hard braking be avoided while a motorcycle is leaning in a bend?

✓ It can reduce stability and available tyre grip.
It can make the engine overheat.
It makes the motorcycle turn more sharply.
It increases tyre pressure immediately.

When a motorcycle is leaning, the tyres are already using grip to turn. Hard braking can demand additional grip and may reduce stability. Whenever possible, adjust speed before the bend and use smooth, controlled inputs while cornering.

Motorcycle leaning while travelling through a bend
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What should you do when a traffic light turns red?

219. What should you do when a traffic light turns red?

Stop only if other traffic is approaching.
Cross the stop line before stopping.
Follow the vehicle ahead through the junction.
✓ Stop and wait until you may proceed.

A red traffic light means you must stop before the stop line, pedestrian crossing, or intersection unless a sign or signal indicates otherwise.

Red traffic light at a junction
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Which side do people drive on in Czechia?

220. Which side do people drive on in Czechia?

Left-hand side.
✓ Right-hand side.

Traffic drives on the right-hand side of the road in Czechia.

Road traffic and the designated driving side
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What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

221. What should you do if you notice an unfamiliar fluid underneath your vehicle?

Assume a small leak is harmless condensation.
Top up the fluid levels and continue driving.
✓ Do not ignore it. Identify the fluid and arrange an inspection if necessary.
Ignore it if no warning light is showing.

Clear water from air conditioning can be normal, but oil, coolant, fuel, transmission fluid, or brake fluid may indicate a fault requiring urgent attention.

Fluid leaking underneath a parked vehicle
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What should cyclists do before turning or changing position on the road?

222. What should cyclists do before turning or changing position on the road?

✓ Look behind, signal clearly, and move only when safe.
Look behind only after starting the turn.
Signal and turn without checking behind.
Signal only when a vehicle is close behind.

Checking behind and signalling gives other road users time to understand what you intend to do.

Cyclist preparing to turn or change road position
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How can a heavy load affect stopping distance?

223. How can a heavy load affect stopping distance?

It always shortens the stopping distance.
✓ It can increase the distance needed to stop.
It reduces the driver's reaction time.
It makes the brakes respond more quickly.

A heavily loaded vehicle has more mass and may require additional distance to slow down or stop safely.

Loaded vehicle and the space needed for braking
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Why should you obey traffic signs?

224. Why should you obey traffic signs?

✓ To improve safety for everyone.
To make sure you always have priority.
To make other drivers responsible for your safety.
To avoid checking for other road users.

Traffic signs help organise traffic and improve safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Traffic signs using Vienna-style designs
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What should you do if the engine-temperature warning shows overheating?

225. What should you do if the engine-temperature warning shows overheating?

Open the coolant cap immediately to release heat.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and allow it to cool.
Ignore it if the engine still sounds normal.
Continue driving slowly until the warning disappears.

Continuing to drive an overheating vehicle can cause severe damage. Allow the engine to cool and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Engine-overheating warning on the dashboard
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What is the purpose of the anti-dazzle control on the rear-view mirror?

226. What is the purpose of the anti-dazzle control on the rear-view mirror?

✓ To reduce glare from headlights behind.
To enlarge the view behind.
To activate the reversing camera.
To heat the rear window.

The anti-dazzle setting reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind, helping the driver maintain a clear view without being dazzled.

Anti-dazzle control on an interior rear-view mirror
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What can selecting a lower gear provide in a manual vehicle?

227. What can selecting a lower gear provide in a manual vehicle?

A shorter steering ratio.
✓ Greater engine braking.
Higher tyre pressure.
Automatic parking-brake operation.

Selecting a suitable lower gear can increase engine braking, helping the vehicle slow or control its speed without relying entirely on the brakes.

Manual gear selection for engine braking
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What does the ON position of a traditional ignition switch normally do?

228. What does the ON position of a traditional ignition switch normally do?

✓ Switches on the vehicle's electrical systems without operating the starter.
Locks the steering.
Turns the starter motor.
Switches off all electrical accessories.

The ON position normally switches on the vehicle's electrical and ignition systems without operating the starter motor. The engine is started by turning the key further to the START position.

ON position on a traditional ignition switch
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What should you normally do with the gearbox during a longer stop in a manual vehicle?

229. What should you normally do with the gearbox during a longer stop in a manual vehicle?

Keep the accelerator pressed.
Keep first gear selected with the clutch pressed.
Select reverse gear.
✓ Select neutral and release the clutch.

During a longer stop, selecting neutral and releasing the clutch can reduce unnecessary strain on the clutch release mechanism. Keep the vehicle securely held with the brake or parking brake as appropriate.

Neutral gear selection during a longer stop
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What should you do if the oil-pressure warning light stays on?

230. What should you do if the oil-pressure warning light stays on?

Continue slowly until you reach a service station.
Add engine oil while the engine is still running.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Ignore it if the engine sounds normal.

Low oil pressure can quickly cause severe engine damage. Stop as soon as it is safe, switch off the engine, and investigate the cause before continuing.

Oil-pressure warning illuminated on the dashboard
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What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

231. What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

Stop only if another warning light appears.
Continue slowly if the vehicle still responds normally.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Wait until the next service to have it checked.

A red warning combined with an unusual noise may indicate a serious fault. Continuing could cause damage or loss of control.

Red dashboard warning requiring the driver's attention
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Why should you avoid using a phone while driving?

232. Why should you avoid using a phone while driving?

Because phone signals can interfere with vehicle electronics.
✓ Because it distracts you from the road.
Because it can disable the cruise control system.
Because it can make your reactions faster.

Using a phone while driving reduces attention, reaction time, and control of the vehicle. A hands-free system may reduce the need to handle the phone, but the conversation itself can still be distracting.

Phone distracting a driver from the road
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Which signs may indicate that you are becoming too tired to drive safely?

233. Which signs may indicate that you are becoming too tired to drive safely?

Wanting to adjust the cabin temperature.
Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
Listening to quieter music.
✓ Yawning, heavy eyelids, and difficulty concentrating.

Warning signs of driver fatigue can include repeated yawning, heavy eyelids, difficulty concentrating, wandering thoughts, and trouble maintaining a steady road position. These signs mean you should stop and rest before continuing.

Driver showing signs of fatigue
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

234. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Child safety lock.
Boot release.
Mirror adjustment.
✓ Central door locking.

This control operates the vehicle's central door locking system. Pressing it locks or unlocks the vehicle's doors, depending on the current lock state.

Central door-locking control and symbol
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Can you assume that you are safe to drive the morning after drinking?

235. Can you assume that you are safe to drive the morning after drinking?

Yes, if you eat breakfast before driving.
Yes, if you only need to drive a short distance.
Yes, if you feel completely sober.
✓ No, alcohol may still remain in your body.

The body needs time to process alcohol. Sleeping, eating, showering, or drinking coffee does not instantly remove it.

Fitness to drive the morning after drinking
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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

236. You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

✓ False.
True.

An amber light means you should stop if you can do so safely. If you are too close to stop safely, continue through the junction with caution.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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Why should you avoid overtaking when approaching a pedestrian crossing?

237. Why should you avoid overtaking when approaching a pedestrian crossing?

Crossing markings can make lane changes more difficult.
✓ A pedestrian may be hidden by the vehicle ahead.
The crossing may make it harder to judge your speed.
The road surface is usually more slippery near crossings.

A vehicle slowing or stopping near a pedestrian crossing may be hiding someone who is crossing. Overtaking could put you directly into the pedestrian's path.

Vehicles approaching a pedestrian crossing
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How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

238. How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

✓ Securely and evenly, without affecting balance or control.
Mostly on one side to leave the other side free.
Hanging from the handlebars if the luggage is light.
As high as possible so it stays away from the wheels.

Motorcycle luggage should be securely fastened and sensibly distributed. A loose, uneven or badly positioned load can affect balance, steering and braking, or become caught in moving parts.

Luggage carried on a motorcycle
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Why must a roof load be securely attached?

239. Why must a roof load be securely attached?

Because the roof will hold the load in place while driving.
To stop the roof rack from increasing fuel consumption.
✓ It could shift or fall and create a serious hazard.
To keep the vehicle within its normal height.

A roof load is exposed to strong airflow and movement. It must be restrained correctly and kept within the permitted limits.

Load secured to a vehicle's roof
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Who normally has priority at roundabouts in Czechia?

240. Who normally has priority at roundabouts in Czechia?

✓ Traffic already on the roundabout.
Traffic entering the roundabout.

In Czechia, traffic entering a roundabout normally gives way to traffic already circulating.

Vehicles approaching and circulating on a roundabout
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Are bicycle helmets generally required in Czechia?

241. Are bicycle helmets generally required in Czechia?

✓ No.
Yes, for all cyclists.
Yes, for all adults.

Bicycle helmets are not generally required for all cyclists in Czechia, although specific age or regional rules may apply.

Cyclist wearing a bicycle helmet
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What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

242. What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

Select reverse gear.
Release the parking brake.
✓ Keep the brake pedal pressed.
Press the accelerator lightly.

An automatic vehicle may creep forward when D (Drive) is selected, even without pressing the accelerator. Keep the brake pedal pressed while stationary to prevent unintended movement.

Automatic gear selector in Drive and brake-pedal control
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What should you do when the road is covered with snow or ice?

243. What should you do when the road is covered with snow or ice?

✓ Reduce speed, increase following distance, and drive gently.
Drive at the normal speed limit if the road looks clear.
Brake firmly in bends to keep control.
Follow other vehicles closely in their tyre tracks.

Snow and ice greatly reduce tyre grip. Lower speed, extra distance, and gentle steering, braking, and acceleration help maintain control.

Vehicle travelling on a snow-covered road
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Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

244. Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

Because vehicles ahead have priority in rain.
To reduce road surface damage.
Because tyres need more space to warm up.
✓ Because braking distances are longer.

Water reduces grip between the tyres and the road, so it takes longer to slow down or stop safely.

Following distance between vehicles on a wet road
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What should you normally do after completing an overtake?

245. What should you normally do after completing an overtake?

✓ Return to the normal driving lane when it is safe.
Remain in the overtaking lane until another vehicle approaches.
Stay beside the vehicle until there is another reason to change lanes.
Move back immediately in front of the vehicle you passed.

After overtaking, return to the normal driving lane when you have passed the other vehicle by a safe distance. Check your mirrors, signal when appropriate, and avoid moving back too soon.

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What should you do if your vehicle breaks down inside a road tunnel?

246. What should you do if your vehicle breaks down inside a road tunnel?

Reverse toward the tunnel entrance if traffic is light.
✓ Move aside if possible, use hazard lights, and call for assistance.
Make a U-turn and drive toward the nearest exit.
Stay in the traffic lane and wait without using hazard lights.

If possible, stop in an emergency bay or another safe place and use the hazard lights. Contact tunnel control using an emergency telephone or other available assistance system, and follow the tunnel signs and instructions.

Broken-down vehicle inside a road tunnel
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What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

247. What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

✓ Follow its speed and distance restrictions and replace it as soon as possible.
Ignore its speed restriction on short journeys.
Drive normally if the vehicle feels stable.
Use it as a permanent replacement if it looks undamaged.

Temporary spare wheels may have limited speed, distance, and handling capabilities. Arrange a proper repair or replacement promptly.

Temporary spare wheel fitted to a vehicle
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

248. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Bonnet release.
Central door locking.
Boot release.
Fuel-filler flap release.

This control releases the bonnet so that it can be opened. A secondary safety catch under the bonnet normally has to be released before it can be fully raised.

Bonnet-release control and symbol
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It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

249. It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

True.
✓ False.

You must still drive safely and obey traffic laws. Speeding increases risk and is not automatically justified by overtaking.

Vehicle overtaking another road user
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

250. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Power-steering warning.
Electronic stability control.
Engine-management warning.
✓ Low tyre pressure.

This symbol indicates that one or more tyres may have low pressure. Check the tyre pressures and inspect the tyres for damage or a puncture.

Tyre-pressure warning symbol on the dashboard
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