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Gauges and indicator lights – Dodge 2010 Viper - Owner Manual User Manual

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Gauges and Indicator Lights

Tachometer

This gauge shows engine speed in revolutions-
per-minute (RPM) times 1,000. Avoid excessive
engine speeds in any part of the red warning
zone, particularly when driving downhill or in
lower gears.

Skip Shift Indicator Light

This indicator is located in the Tachometer. When
the indicator light turns amber, it means that you

are being prevented from shifting the transmission from
First to Second or to Third gear. When the indicator light
turns red, it means that the tachometer gauge pointer is at
6000 RPM. This serves as a visual aid to shift before
reaching the red line. This warning will turn off when the
tachometer pointer falls below 5900 RPM.

Coolant Temperature Gauge

This gauge shows the engine coolant tempera-
ture. The gauge pointer will likely show higher
temperatures when driving in hot weather, up
mountain grades, or in heavy stop and go

traffic. If the red Warning Light turns on while driving,
safely bring the vehicle to a stop, and turn off the engine.
DO NOT operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.

Engine Temperature Warning Light

The red Engine Temperature Warning Light is
located in the Coolant Temperature Gauge. It will
turn on to warn of an overheated engine condi-

tion. If this light turns on while driving, safely bring the
vehicle to a stop and turn off the engine. DO NOT
operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.

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