Cockpit
52Rev counter
The rev. counter displays the engine speed in revolutions per
minute.The start of the red zone ⇒page 51, fig. 30 indicates the maximum
engine speed operating at service temperature. However, it is advisable to
change up a into a higher gear, move the selector lever to D or lift your foot
off the accelerator before the needle reaches the red zone.
Caution
The rev counter needle must never enter the red zone on the scale. Risk of
engine damage.
For the sake of the environment
Changing up into higher gears early will help you to save fuel and minimise
engine noise.SpeedometerThe speedometer is equipped with a digital odometer and a trip counter, in
addition to a service intervals display.
During the running-in period, the instructions shown on ⇒page 153 should
be followed.
Digital display in the instrument panelFuel gauge
and reserve indicator
Instrument panel: fuel gauge
The fuel tank has a capacity of approx. 45 litres.
When the needle reaches the reserve zone ⇒fig. 31 , the warning lamp will
light and an acoustic signal will sound reminding the driver to refuel. At this
point there are still about 7 litres of fuel in the tank.Digital clock* – To alter the time, press button ⇒page 51, fig. 30 . The option
“hour” flashes on the digital display. Set the hour from button “set” ⇒ page 51, fig. 30 .
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Fig. 31 Fuel gauge
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