Nissan Altima Owners Manual: Tachometer

The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions


The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into the red zone 1 .

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce engine speed. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage.

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