Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators. They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
Speedometer
Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Tachometer
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Fuel Gauge
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the needle approaches
.
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the catalytic converter.
The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.
■Temperature Gauge
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperature gauge pointer in the upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull safely to the side of the road and allow engine temperature to return to normal.
See also:
Automatic Transmission
Creeping
The following conditions cause the engine to run at high revolutions, and
increase creeping:
• Immediately after the engine starts.
• When the climate control system is in use.
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for
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