Engine coolant temperature warning light, Engine coolant temperature gauge – Buick 2011 Lucerne User Manual

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Buick Lucerne Owner Manual - 2011

Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light

This light comes on briefly
while starting the vehicle.

If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the dealer.
If the system is working normally the indicator light
goes off.

Notice: Driving with the engine coolant temperature
warning light on could cause the vehicle to
overheat. See Engine Overheating on page 6‑35
.
The vehicle's engine could be damaged, and it
might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never
drive with the engine coolant temperature warning
light on.

The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on
when the engine has overheated.

If this happens pull over and turn off the engine as soon
as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 6‑35 for
more information.

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

English

Metric

This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature.
If the pointer moves towards the H (United States) or
shaded in thermostat symbol area (Canada), the engine
is too hot.

A temperature indicator light will turn on and a chime
will sound.

If the vehicle has been operating under normal driving
conditions, and the temperature indicator light comes
on, pull off the road, stop the vehicle and turn off the
engine as soon as possible.

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