Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.

This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.

If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the engine coolant has overheated.

If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.

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