Kia Carens: Gauges / Tachometer
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The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute
(rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging
and/or over-revving the engine.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine within the tachometer's RED ZONE. This may cause
severe engine damage.
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle and is calibrated in miles
per hour (mph) and/or kilometers per hour (km/h). ...
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition
switch or Engine Start/Stop button is ON.
CAUTION
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the “1 ...
Other information:
To open the sunglass holder, press the cover and the holder will slowly open.
Place your sunglasses in the compartment door with the lenses facing out. Push to
close.
WARNING
Do not keep objects except sunglasses inside the sunglass holder. Such
objects can be thrown from the holder in the ev ...
Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely
hazardous. Always leave the vehicle in gear.
Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat and malfunction.
Instead, when you are driving down a long hill, slow down and shift to a lower
gear. When you do ...