Cadillac Escalade: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge - Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators - Instruments and Controls - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature.

This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature.

If the indicator on the gauge moves towards the shaded area on the thermostat, it means that the engine coolant has overheated. If the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.

See Engine Overheating  .

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    Safety Belt Reminders
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