Voltmeter GageWhen your engine is notrunning, but the ignition isin RUN, this gage showsyour battery’s state ofcharge in DC volts.When the engine is running, the gage shows thecondition of the charging system. The gage maytransition from a higher to lower or a lower to higherreading, this is normal. Readings between the low andhigh warning zones indicate the normal operating range.Readings in the low warning zone may occur when alarge number of electrical accessories are operating inthe vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for anextended period. This condition is normal since thecharging system is not able to provide full powerat engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, thiscondition should correct itself as higher engine speedsallow the charging system to create maximum power.You can only drive for a short time with the reading ineither warning zone. If you must drive, turn off allunnecessary accessories.Readings in either warning zone indicate a possibleproblem in the electrical system. Have the vehicleserviced as soon as possible.Brake System Warning LightWith the ignition on, the brake system warning light willflash when you set the parking brake. The light will flash ifthe parking brake doesn’t release fully. If you try to drivewith the parking brake engaged, a chime will sound whenthe vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into twoparts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can stillwork and stop you. For good braking, though, you needboth parts working well.If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds therecould be a brake problem. Have your brake systeminspected right away.3-37
