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approximate number of engine revo-

lutions per minute (rpm).

Use the tachometer to select the cor-

rect shift points and to prevent lug-

ging and/or over-revving the engine.

The tachometer pointer may move

slightly when the ignition switch is in

ACC or ON position with the engine

OFF. This movement is normal and

will not affect the accuracy of the

tachometer once the engine is run-

Do not operate the engine with-

in the tachometer's RED ZONE.

This may cause severe engine

Engine coolant temperature

This gauge shows the temperature

of the engine coolant when the igni-

tion switch is ON.

Do not continue driving with an over-

heated engine. If your vehicle over-

heats, refer to "If the engine over-

heats" in chapter 6.

If the gauge pointer moves beyond

the normal range area toward the "H"

position, it indicates overheating that

may damage the engine.

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