Fig. 1.51. Engine coolant temperature gauge
This indicator shows the engine coolant temperature when the ignition is on (Fig. 1.51). The engine operating temperature changes depending on the weather and engine load.
If the pointer is in the red zone, the engine is overheated. If overheating occurs, stop the car and let the engine cool down.
The vehicle overheats under severe operating conditions such as:
- long climb in hot weather;
- slowing down or stopping after driving at high speed;
- prolonged idling with the air conditioner on during stop-and-go driving;
- when towing a trailer.
Caution! Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system, as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to regulate the flow of coolant to maintain engine temperature within the specified operating range.
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If the engine overheats, stop the vehicle.