FIAT Punto - Manual (Page 15)

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INSTRUMENTS
Instrument background and type can change according to versions.
SPEEDOMETER (SPEED INDICATOR)
It indicates the car speed.
REV. COUNTER
The rev. counter shows engine rpm. The needle pointed to the danger
area (red on certain versions) indicates excessive high engine speed. Do
not drive for long periods with the needle in this area.
IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system gradually shuts off
the flow of fuel when the engine is “over-revving” resulting in a gradual
loss of engine power.
When the engine is idling, the rev counter may indicate a gradual or
sudden highering of the speed.
This is normal as it takes place during normal operation, for example
when activating the climate control system or the fan. In particular a slow
change in the speed preserves the battery charge. SAFETY DEVICES
CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
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ARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
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EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICA
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INDEX
DASHBOARD
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CONTROLS
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