Gauge and Meter Harrier

SECTION 1 – 3

372001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSGauges, meters and service reminder indicatorsFuel gauge 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine coolant temperature gauge 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tachometer 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Odometer and trip meter 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cruise information display 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument panel light control 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS

38 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

FUEL GAUGE

13R001b

�Low fuel level warning light

The gauge is displayed when the ignition switch is on andindicates the approximate quantity of fuel remaining in thetank.

It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full.

If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning lightcomes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.

On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel levelwarning light may come on earlier than usual.

If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicatorlamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.

The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If theindicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer assoon as possible.

See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and recommendedfuel selection.

ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE GAUGE

13R002

�Normal range

The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature whenthe ignition switch is on. The engine operatingtemperature will vary with changes in weather and engineload.

If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicleand allow the engine to cool.

Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions,such as:

� Driving up a long hill on a hot day.

� Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.


392001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

� Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on instop–and–go traffic.

� Towing a trailer.

NOTICE

� Do not remove the thermostat in the engine coolingsystem as this may cause the engine to overheat. Thethermostat is designed to control the flow of coolantto keep the temperature of the engine within thespecified operating range.

� Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.See “If your vehicle overheats” on page 226.

TACHOMETER

13R071

The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands ofrpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving toprevent engine over–revving.

Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessiveengine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in mostcases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fueleconomy.

NOTICE

Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. Thismay cause severe engine damage.


40 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

ODOMETER AND TRIP METER

13R004a

�“ODO/TRIP” knob

This m eter displays the odometer and two trip meters. Tochange the mode indication, push the “ODO/TRIP” knobbriefly. Each time you push the knob, the mode changesin order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B,then back to the odometer, etc.

The odometer records the total distance the vehicle hasbeen driven. The twin trip meter records two differentdistances independently.

For example, you can use one meter to calculate the fueleconomy and the other to measure the distance on each trip.

To set the A trip meter to zero, display the A meter reading,push the knob and hold it. The same applies for the B tripmeter.

The data of trip meters will be cancelled if the electrical powersource is disconnected.

SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORSAND WARNING BUZZERS

IF THIS INDICATOR OR BUZZER COMESON ...

DO THIS.

(a) If parking brake is off,stop immediately andcontact Lexus dealer.

(b) Fasten driver’s seatbelt.

(Indicator and buzzer)

(c) Fasten frontpassenger’s seat belt.

(On the center console)

(d) Take vehicle to Lexusdealer immediately.

(e) Stop and check.

or

w061


412001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

(f) Stop and check.

(g) Take vehicle to Lexusdealer.

(h) Take vehicle to Lexusdealer.

(i) Close all doors.

(j) Replace bulb.

(k) Take vehicle to Lexusdealer.

(Two–wheel drive models)

(l) Take vehicle to Lexusdealer.

(Four–wheel drive models)

(m) Stop and check.

(n) Add washer fluid.

(o) Fill up tank.

(p) Take vehicle to Lexusdealer.

(q) Key reminder buzzer Remove key.

or w16

or

and w16

w59

w59


42 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

(a) Brake System Warning LightThis light comes on in the following cases when the ignition keyis in the “ON” position.

� When the parking brake is applied ...

� When the brake fluid level is low ...

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when thebrake fluid level is low.

Have your vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer in thefollowing case:

� The light does not come on even if the parking brake isapplied when the ignition key is in the “ON” position.

CAUTION

If the light does not turn off even after the parking brakeis released while the engine is running, immediatelystop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexusdealer. In this case, the brakes may not work properlyand your stopping distance will become longer.Depress the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle toan immediate stop.

(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light andBuzzer

This light and buzzer remind you to buckle up the driver’s seatbelt.

Once the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, thereminder light flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver’s seatbelt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the lightkeeps flashing and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds.

(c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt ReminderLight

This light reminds you to buckle up the front passenger’s seatbelt.

Once the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, thereminder light flashes if a front passenger sits in the frontpassenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. Unless thefront passenger fastens the belt, the light keeps flashing.

If luggage load is placed on the front passenger seat,depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat,built–in sensors in the seat cushion may detect the pressure,causing the reminder light to come on.


432001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

(d) SRS Warning LightThe indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned tothe “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. Thismeans the SRS airbags and front seat belt pretensionersare operating properly.

The SRS warning light system monitors the airbag sensorassembly, front airbag sensors, side airbag sensors, front seatbelt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light,interconnecting wiring and power sources.

If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates amalfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warninglight system. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possibleto service the vehicle.

� When the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, the lightdoes not come on, remains or flashes.

� The light comes on or starts flashing while driving.

If the light stays on, it indicates that the driver and frontpassenger airbags fail. If the light flashes, the side airbagsand/or seat belt pretensioners fail.

(e) Discharge Warning LightThis light warns that the battery is being discharged.

If it comes on while you are driving, stop the vehicle, turn off theengine, and check for the cause. Look first at the engine drivebelt.

� If it is loose or broken, the generator will not charge thebattery properly.

� If the belt is O.K., there is a problem somewhere in thecharging system.

The engine ignition will continue to operate, however, until thebattery is discharged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower,radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Lexus dealer orrepair shop.

NOTICE

Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is brokenor loose.


44 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

(f) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning LightThis light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low.

If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the roadto a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Lexusdealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling orit may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause forconcern if it then goes out when the engine is acceleratedslightly.

The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. Itis not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level mustbe checked using the oil level dipstick.

NOTICE

Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light on – evenfor one block. It may ruin the engine.

(g) Malfunction Indicator LampThis lamp comes on in the following cases.

a. The fuel tank is completely empty. (See “Fuel gauge” onpage 38 for instructions.)

b. The fuel tank cap is not tightened securely. (See “Fuel tankcap” on page 73 for instructions.)

c. There is a problem somewhere in your engine or automatictransmission electrical system.

If it comes on while you are driving in case “c.”, have yourvehicle checked/repaired by your Lexus dealer as soon aspossible.


452001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

(h) “ABS” Warning Light The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON”position. If the anti–lock brake system and the brake assistsystem work properly, the light turns off after a few seconds.Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the lightcomes on again.

When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake systemwarning light is off), the anti–lock brake system, the brakeassist system, the traction control system and the vehicle skidcontrol system do not operate, but the brake system stilloperates conventionally.

When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake systemwarning light is off), the anti–lock brake system does notoperate so that the wheels could lock up during a suddenbraking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicatesa malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by thewarning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as soonas possible to service the vehicle.

� The light does not come on when the ignition key is turnedto the “ON” position, or remains on.

� The light comes on while you are driving.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does notindicate a problem.

(i) Open Door Warning LightThis light remains on until all the doors are completely closed.

(j) Rear Light Failure Warning LightIf this light comes on when the headlight switch is turned on (atthe first or second clickstop), it indicates that one or more of thetail lights are burned out.

If it comes on when the brake pedal is depressed, one or morestop lights are burned out.

Have defective bulbs replaced as soon as possible.

(k) Vehicle Skid Control System and “TRACOFF” Indicator/Warning Lights(Two–wheel drive models)

These lights warn that there is a problem somewhere in thevehicle skid control system, traction control system or brakeassist system.

The lights will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”,and will go off after a few seconds.

If the “VSC” warning light and “TRAC OFF” indicator/warninglight come on, the vehicle skid control system, traction controlsystem and brake assist system do not work. However, asconventional braking operates when applied, there is noproblem to continue your driving.


46 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates amalfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warninglight system. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possibleto service the vehicle:

� The “VSC” warning light and “TRAC OFF” indicator/warninglight do not come on after the ignition is turned to on.

� The “VSC” warning light and “TRAC OFF” indicator/warninglight remain on after the ignition is turned to on.

� The “VSC” warning light and “TRAC OFF” indicator/warninglight come on while driving without pushing “TRAC OFF”switch.

(l) Vehicle Skid Control System WarningLight (Four–wheel drive models)

This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in thevehicle skid control system, traction control system or brakeassist system.

The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”,and will go off after a few seconds.

If the “VSC” warning light comes on, the vehicle skid controlsystem, traction control system and brake assist system do notwork. However, as conventional braking operates whenapplied, there is no problem to continue your driving.

If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates amalfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warninglight system. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possibleto service the vehicle:

� The “VSC” warning light does not come on after the ignitionis turned to on.

� The “VSC” warning light remains on after the ignition isturned to on.

� The “VSC” warning light comes on while driving.

(m) Automatic Transmission FluidTemperature Warning Light

This light warns that the automatic transmission fluidtemperature is too high.

If this light comes on while you are driving, slow down and pulloff the road. Stop the vehicle at a safe place and put theselector lever in “P” and leave the engine idling until the lightgoes off. If the light goes off, you can start the vehicle again.If the light does not go off, call a Lexus dealer or qualified repairshop for assistance.

NOTICE

Continued driving with the warning light on maydamage the automatic transmission.


472001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

(n) Low Washer Fluid Warning LightThis light comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomesnearly empty. Fill the tank as soon as possible.

(o) Low Fuel Level Warning LightThis light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomesnearly empty. Fill the tank as soon as possible.

On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

(p) Automatic Headlight Leveling SystemWarning Light (Vehicles with dischargeheadlight only)

This light warns that when there is a problem somewhere in theautomatic headlight leveling system.

The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”,and will go off after a few seconds.

If it comes on, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.

(q) Key Reminder BuzzerThis buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open thedriver’s door with the ignition key in the “ACC” or “LOCK”position.

How to check all the service reminderindicators(except the low fuel level warning light):

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Open the door.

The following service reminder indicator should come on. Itgoes off when you close the door completely.

3. Turn the ignition key to “ON”.

The following service reminder indicators should come on.

or

or

w16 or


48 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

The following service reminder indicators go off after a fewseconds.

or

The following service reminder indicator should come on. Itgoes off after 6 seconds.

The anti–lock brake system warning light, automatic headlightleveling system warning light, vehicle skid control systemwaring light and traction control system off indicator/warninglight may stay on for about 60 seconds after the engine isstarted. It is normal if they go out after a while.

If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does notfunction as described above, have it checked by your Lexusdealer as soon as possible.

CRUISE INFORMATION DISPLAY

20R051

The following information is shown with the ignitionswitched “ON”.

(1) Driving time

(2) Average vehicle speed

(3) Average fuel consumption

(4) Momentary fuel consumption

The displayed values in the cruise information display indicatethe general driving condition, so those may not show preciseand actual condition.


492001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

13R050e

To change the mode, push the “INFO” button briefly on theaudio control panel.

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”, the mode displayedjust before the ignition switch is turned off will appear.

(1) Driving time(Figures with “E/T”)

The elapsed time after the engine started is displayed.

When the engine is started again, the driving time is countedfrom 0. Up to 12 hours can be displayed. When the driving timeexceeds 12 hours, recounting starts.

(2) Average vehicle speed(Figures with “AVG MPH” or “AVG km/h”)

The average vehicle speed is calculated and displayedbased on the total driving distance and the total drivingtime with the engine running.

The displayed value is updated every 10 seconds.

To calculate from the beginning, push the “INFO” button formore than 1 second.

(3) Average fuel consumption(Figures with “AVG MPG” or “AVG L/100km”)

The average fuel consumption is calculated and displayedbased on the total driving distance and the total fuelconsumption with the engine running.

The value is updated every 10 seconds.

To calculate from the beginning, push the “INFO” button formore than 1 second.


50 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)

(4) Momentary fuel consumption(Figures with “MPG” or “L/100 km”)

The momentary fuel consumption is calculated anddisplayed based on the driving distance and the fuelconsumption for 2 seconds with the engine running.

The value is updated every 2 seconds.

If you are driving at low speeds just before stopping, theaccurate figure may not be shown.

For the display (2), (3) or (4), “– –” will appear in case thedata for calculation is not appropriate.

INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTCONTROL

13R005c

To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights,turn the knob.

Documents

Gauge and Meter Harrier