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IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn
off, there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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*5: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*6: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*7: When the outside temperature is approximately 3°C (37°F) or lower, the indi-
cator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
*8: Except F SPORT models
*9: F SPORT models
CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come
on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not
available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or seri-
ous injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately if
this occurs.
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Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models (when the main meter is in the center position)
Gauges and meters
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F SPORT models (when the main meter is in the right-side position)
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Hybrid System Indicator
Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (P. 114)
This display changes to a tachometer depending on the drive mode, and can be
set to show the tachometer in any drive mode on the settings display. (P.
119)
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°C (-40°F) to 50°C
(122°F). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient tem-
perature is 3°C (37°F) or lower.
Shift position and shift range (P. 216)
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (P. 1 1 6 )
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (P. 513)
Odometer and trip meter display
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Trip meter:
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last
reset. Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different dis-
tances independently.
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Odometer/Trip meter
Switches between odometer and
trip meter displays. When the trip
meter is displayed, pressing and
holding the button will reset the
trip meter.
Main meter (F SPORT models)
Moves between center and right-
side positions.
Changing the display
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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter
The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be
adjusted individually. However, when the surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.),
turning on the tail lights will not change the instrument panel brightness.
Instrument panel light control
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Hybrid System Indicator
Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an Eco-friendly manner.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is being exceeded (during full power
driving etc.)
Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other than sport
mode with the tachometer setting other than “Tachometer (Always)”.
By keeping the indicator needle (except F SPORT models) or bar display (F
SPORT models) within the Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved.
Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
*: When used in this manual, regeneration refers to the conversion of energy cre-
ated by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
Except F SPORT modelsF SPORT models
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Tachometer
Hybrid System Indicator switches to the tachometer when driving mode is in
sport mode.
The settings of the tachometer display can be changed on the multi-information
display. (P. 1 1 9 )
Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help improve
fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when
vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed,
or the display may take longer than normal to change.
When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a
garage, tunnel, etc.)
Pop-up display
In some situations, such as when a switch operation is performed, a pop-up dis-
play, such as the operating methods of the headlight switch, will be temporarily
displayed on the multi-information display or the odometer/trip meter screen (F
SPORT models only).
The pop-up display function can be set on/off. (P. 119)
Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is charac-
teristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the
display.
Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display. (P.
116)
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the engine and its components
Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is in
the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and
check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P. 555)