Kia Forte: Gauges / Engine coolant temperature gauge

Kia Forte 2019-2021 (BD) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Instrument cluster / Gauges / Engine coolant temperature gauge

This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition switch is ON.

If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the “H” position, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.

Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. If your vehicle overheats, refer to the “If the engine overheats” section in Chapter 6.

Gauges

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