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Instrument cluster description – Dodge 2008 Ram Pickup 1500 User Manual

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION

1. Check Gauges – Premium Cluster Only

This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine
Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature

gauges indicate a reading either too high or too low.
Examine the gauges carefully, and follow the instructions
contained below for each indicated problem.

NOTE:

When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, the

Fuel Gauge, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure and Engine Coolant
Temperature gauges may not show accurate readings.
When the engine is not running, turn the ignition switch
to ON to obtain accurate readings.

2. Voltmeter

When the engine is running, the gauge indicates
the electrical system voltage. The pointer should

stay within the normal range if the battery is charged. If

the pointer moves to either extreme left or right and
remains there during normal driving, the electrical sys-
tem should be serviced.

NOTE:

If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of

the gauge, the “Check Gauges” indicator will illuminate
and a single chime will sound. The “Check Gauges”
indicator may also illuminate prior to the voltage gauge
moving out of normal range. In either case, see you local
authorized Dealer for system service.

3. Turn Signal Indicators
Lights in instrument cluster flash when outside turn
signals are operating.

4. Tachometer
The Tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per
minute.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL