What does the range on the car dashboard mean?

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SanRylee
07/29/25 6:24pm
The range on the car dashboard refers to the estimated distance the vehicle can travel at an economical speed with the remaining fuel in the tank. This figure is calculated by the car's instruments based on certain standards and algorithms. To check the car's range, simply look at the odometer on the dashboard, which is marked as 'odo' and displays the value followed by the unit 'km'. Its purpose is to inform the driver of the distance traveled. The method to reset the car's range is: 1. Press the black button next to the vehicle's dashboard; 2. Remove the dashboard and its internal components, then use a tool to adjust the mileage gear. The car's mileage is calculated based on the number of rotations of the tires, with the computation performed by sensors and the car's computer, and then displayed on the odometer.
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