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6. Voltmeter (if fitted)
Indicates battery voltage. During normal driving, the pointer should
register between 12 and 15 volts depending on road speed and
electrical loads.
If the pointer falls into the lower RED zone while driving, the battery
is receiving insufficient charge. Switch off unnecessary electrical
equipment, and if the pointer remains in the RED zone seek
qualified assistance.
If the pointer enters the upper RED zone, this indicates a serious
fault with the charging system; seek qualified assistance urgently.
7. Oil temperature gauge (if fitted)
Indicates the temperature of the engine oil. For gentle and moderate
speed driving, expect the pointer to rest between 90
°
C and 120
°
C
(2nd and 3rd graduations on the gauge). Sustained high speed
motoring may cause the temperature to rise to 150
°
C (4th
graduation on the gauge - on the edge of the RED zone). If the
pointer enters the RED zone, you must reduce road speed
immediately and drive GENTLY until the temperature falls below
150
°
C. If the oil temperature does not fall, stop the car as soon as
safety permits and seek qualified assistance.
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