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Uplevel English Balanced Configuration
This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine coolant.
While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into
the red area, the engine is too hot.
Pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as
possible.
Voltmeter Gauge (Base Level Cluster Only)
Standard Theme
When the ignition is on, this gauge indicates the battery voltage.
When the engine is running, this gauge shows the condition of the charging system. The gauge can
transition from a higher to lower or a lower to higher reading. This is
normal. If the vehicle is operating
outside the normal operating range, the charging system light comes on. See Charging System Light 0 141.
Readings outside the normal operating range can also occur when a large
number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the
engine is left idling for an extended
period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to
provide full power at engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this
condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the
charging system to create maximum power.
The vehicle can only be driven for a short time with the readings outside the normal operating range. If the
vehicle must be driven, turn off all
accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner, and unplug all chargers and accessories.
Readings outside the normal operating range indicate a possible problem in
the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.