Instruments and controls

Tachometer

~1min read

Tachometer
Tachometer

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

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.

Test yourself

A quick Nissan Maxima quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.