2010 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 193

192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, 1. Fuel Gauge or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank when ignition exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range. switch is in the ON position. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 2. Fuel Door Reminder This symbol indicates the side of the vehicle where the fuel cap is located. CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads "H" pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the "H" and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call an authorized dealership for service. 3. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.