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Instrumentation
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NORMALEngine coolant temperature
gauge
Indicates the temperature of the
engine coolant. At normal
operating temperature, the needle
remains within the NORMAL area.
If it enters the red section, the
engine is overheating. Switch off
the ignition and determine the
source of the problem. Refer to
Checking and adding engine
coolant in the Maintenance and
care chapter.
Speedometer
Indicates the current vehicle
speed.
Odometer
Registers the total mileage of the
vehicle.
Trip odometer
The trip odometer can register the
mileage of individual journeys. To
reset, depress the button.
000123
0000
10 20 3040506070
80
90
110
120
130
MPH
20 4060
55
80120 100
140
160
180
200100
Speedometer
Odometer
Trip odometerReset button
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