INSTRUMENT PANEL
Check Messages
Check messages
are provided to give
the operator additional information
regarding systems that require
attention due to a system malfunction
and/or operating conditions that may
hinder safe and proper performance
for the vehicle. Some messages can
be managed by the operator while
others may require an authorized
dealer repair.
1. Speedometer
The Speedometer indicates the vehicle
speed in miles per hour (mph) and
in kilometers per hour (km/h). The
Speedometer cluster also includes
several warning and indicator lamps
(see Audible
Alerts on page 3-29).
2. Tachometer
The Tachometer
measures the engine
speed in revolutions per minute (RPM).
The RPM
Detail is also available
as a viewable screen in the Driver
Information Display. Viewing the RPM
detail is accomplished by using the
MCS dial to rotate to the [VIRTUAL
GAUGES].
The tachometer
is a useful gauge
when attempting to drive efciently.
It will let you match driving speed
and gear selection to the operating
range of your engine. If the engine
speed gets too high, you can select a
higher gear to lower the RPM's. If the
engine speed drops too low, you can
select a lower gear to raise the RPM's.
(Refer to
Driving Tips and Techniques
on page
4-53 for further instructions
on driving
techniques and using the
tachometer.) To avoid engine damage,
do not let the pointer exceed maximum
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