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Voltmeter
Standard Cluster
Digital Cluster
VOLTS
When your engine is not running, but the ignition is
on
(in
the
RUN
position), the gage shows your battery's state
of
charge in
DC
volts. When
the ignition
is
running, the gage shows
the
condition
of
the charging system.
Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal
operating range.
Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of
electrical accessories are operating
in
the vehicle and the engine is left at an
idle for an extended period. This condition
is
normal since the charging
system is
not
able
to
provide full power at engine idle.
As
engine speeds are
increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow
the charging system to create maximum power.
On the digital cluster, a box around the voltmeter symbol will begin the
flash when the charging system needs service.
You can only drive for a short time with the readings
in
either warning zone.
If
you
must drive, turn
off
all unnecessary accessories.
Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical
system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
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