36 Gauges Found in Motor Vehicles

  • Speedometer
  • Fuel Gauge
  • Temperature Gauge or Warning Lamp
  • Tachometer
  • Oil Pressure Gauge or Warning Lamp
  • Charging System Gauge or Warning Lamp

The two most common gauges found on your dashboard are the speedometer and the fuel gauge, the others that may be included are: temperature gauge, tachometer, voltmeter and oil pressure gauge. If some of the later do not appear on the dashboard, then a warning light will appear if needed, with the appropriate signage for instruction.

Gauges Used on Motor Vehicles

  • Feeler Gauge blades
  • Tread Depth Gauge
  • Tire Pressure Gauge

(The last two- tread depth and tire pressure- are gone over in detail in this Automotive section, with hands on activities for them.)

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