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FUEL GAUGE
Low fuel level warning light
The gauge is displayed when the ignition switch is on
and indicates the approximate quantity of fuel
remaining in the tank.
It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full.
This fuel gauge is a non±return type needle which remains
at the last indicated position when the ignition switch is
turned off.
If the fuel level approached ªEº or the low fuel level warning
light comes on. Fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.
If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.
The indicator lamps goes off after driving several times. If
the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and recommended
fuel selection.
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Normal guage
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature
when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating
temperature will vary with the changes in weather and
engine load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your
vehicle and 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.
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(e) Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road
to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a
Lexas dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.
The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling
or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause
for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated
slightly.
The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low.
It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level
must be checked using the oil level dipstick.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light
on±even for one block. It may ruin the engine.
(f) Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil level is too low. Add oil
as soon as possible. (For instructions, see ªChecking the
engine oil levelº on page 201.)
NOTICE
Continues engine operation with low engine oil will
damage the engine.
(g) Malfunction Indicator Lamp
This lamp comes on in the following cases.
a. The fuel tank is completely empty. (See ªFuel gaugeº on
page 28 for instructions.)
b. The fuel tank cap is not tightened securely. (See ªFuel
tank capº on page 52 for instructions.)
c. There is a problem somewhere in your engine or
automatic transmission electrical system.
If it comes on while you are dtiving in case c., have your
vehicle checked/repaired by your Lexas dealer as soon as
possible.
(h) ªABSº Warning Light
This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in your
anti±lock brake system.
If the light comes on while you are driving, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexas dealer as soon as possible.
The light will come on when the ignition key is turned ªONº,
and will go off after about 3 seconds.
When the ªABSº warning light is on (and the brake system
warning light is off), the brake system operates
conventionally but anti±lock brake system is not assisting
brake performance so that the wheels could lock up during
a sudden brake or braking on slippery road surfaces.
(i) Open Door Warning Light
This light remains on until all the doors are completely
closed.
