Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

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This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature.
If the indicator needle moves to the hot side of the gauge toward the shaded area, the engine is too hot.
If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
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