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SWITCHES
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CAUTION
Be careful not to get your fingers caught between the
wipers and windshield.
When the wiper lever is in the “AUTO” position with the
engine switch on, the wipers could operate
automatically in the following cases:
If you touch the upper center of the windshield
adjacent to the sensor.
If you wipe the upper center of the windshield
(adjacent to which the sensor is located) with a towel.
If the windshield vibrates.
If you touch the sensor.
For mist wiper operations (a single wipe), pull the lever up
and release it.
To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and
release it.
If the wiper lever is in the “OFF” position, the wipers will
automatically make 3 wipes and then a single wipe later to
sweep the windshield completely.* The interval between the
3 wipes and the last wipe will depend on the vehicle speed.
The last sweep does not happen if the vehicle speed exceeds
about 170 km/h (106 mph).
NOTE:
*This function can be changed as follows: The time before the last single wipe can be set for
about 3 seconds.
The last single wipe can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
The warning message “LOW WASHER FLUID” is displayed in
the multi−information display when the fluid level in the tank
becomes very low. For information on adding washer fluid, see
“Adding washer fluid” on page 589.
When the headlights are on and the washers are activated by
pushing the windshield washer switch, the headlight cleaner
operates once automatically.
In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before
using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could
block your vision.
The rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
automatically turns on when you operate the wipers.
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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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FUEL GAUGE
G13001
Low fuel level warning light
The gauge indicates the approximate quantity of fuel
remaining in the tank when the engine switch is selected
in “IG ON” mode.
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 light\
comes 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 level
warning light may come on earlier than usual.
If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.
The indicator lamp 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
G13002
Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when
the engine switch is selected in “IG ON” mode. The
engine operating temperature will vary with 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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LIGHT SENSITIVE OPTITRONMETER
Light sensitive optitron meter reduces unwanted glare of
the instrument cluster to provide a fine view for the driver.
The meter is originally set to “AUTO Norm” mode, so the
reflection of the instrument cluster is adjusted
automatically by tinting the cluster glass depending on
the lighting condition of your surroundings.
There are “AUTO” and “MANUAL” modes. To change the
mode as you like, follow the procedure below.
The reflection control switch is located in the switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box. When you push the
“MODE” switch, the present setting appears on the
multi information display. Push the “MODE” switch once
and then again within 6
seconds. Each time you push the button, the mode changes
in the following order:
1. “AUTO−Norm” Recommended mode . . . .
2. “AUTO−Lo” The cluster glass is tinted with the . . . . . .
surroundings darker than in “AUTO −Norm” mode.
3. “AUTO−Hi” The cluster glass is tinted with the . . . . . . .
surroundings brighter than in “AUTO −Norm” mode.
4. “MANUAL−1” The cluster glass is adjusted in deep . . . . .
tints.
5. “MANUAL−2” The cluster glass is adjusted in neutral . . . . .
tints.
6. “MANUAL−3” The cluster glass is adjusted in light . . . . .
tints.
7. “MANUAL−4” The cluster glass is not tinted, . . . . .
however, if the surroundings are very bright, it is automatically
adjusted in light tints.
The setting display goes off automatically about 6 seconds
after the “MODE” switch is pushed. The mode shown last is
set.
The cluster glass may not be tinted in “MANUAL−1”,
“MANUAL−2” or “MANUAL− 3” mode in the night or cloudy dark
day.
When the ambient temperature in the vehicle interior is low, it
may take time for the cluster glass to be tinted.
After operation, be sure to close the switch box to its original
position.
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