Kia Sportage: 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 - Red zone
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.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the "H&q ...
Other information:
Description
4WD ECU processes signals from various sensors and determines the current road
and driving conditions.
The ECU then utilizes this information to implement precision control over the
4WD coupling's multi-plate clutch and variably adjust the amount of torque ...
Description
Automatic transaxle control system relies on various measurements to determine
the current control status and determine the necessary compensation values.
These values are used to control the actuators and achieve the desired control
output.
Operation
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