The red zone at the end of the scale indicates maximum permissible engine rpm (revolutions
per minute) for all gears after the break-in period. Before reaching the red zone, select the next
higher gear or selector lever position
D
, or ease your foot off the accelerator
⇒
.
(3)
Displays
(4)
Reset, set, and display button
(5)
Fuel gauge
(6)
Engine coolant temperature display
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NOTICE
x
To help prevent engine damage, always avoid high engine speeds, full throttle acceleration,
and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.
x
To help prevent engine damage, the tachometer needle should only enter the red zone
(warning zone) briefly.
Upshifting early into the next higher gear saves fuel and reduces engine noise.
Displays
Fig. 11
In the instrument cluster display: A: Open engine hood, B: Open rear hatch, C: Open front driver side
door, D: Open rear passenger side door.
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Depending on the vehicle model and equipment level, different information may be shown in the
instrument cluster display
⇒
fig. 10
(3)
.
x
Open doors, engine hood, or rear hatch
⇒
fig. 11
x
Warning and information texts
x
Odometer displays
x
Time
x
Outside temperature
x
Compass display
x
Selector lever position
x
Gear recommendation
x
Driving data display and menus for different settings
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