Operation in detail
Tachometer
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X5 3.0i, 4.4i, 3.0d Never allow engine speed to enter the red warning zone (see arrow).
To protect the engine, fuel supply is cut off in this range.

X5 4.8is The orange warning zone depends on engine temperature. As the engine temperature rises, more segments of this zone go out.
Try not to allow engine speed to reach the warning zone.
Never allow engine speed to enter the red warning zone (see arrow).
To protect the engine, fuel supply is cut off in this range.
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