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IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U2. Instrument cluster
Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models
The units used on the meters and some indi
cators may differ depending on the target
region.
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on th e instrument cluster and center panel
inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustrations display all warning
lights and indicators illuminated.

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Instrument cluster
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*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode toindicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does
not come on, or turn off. Have the ve hicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
*4, 5
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators (P. 285)*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT” indicator
( P. 297)
*6Security indicator
( P. 76, 78)*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT S” indicator
( P. 297)
*7Low outside temperature
indicator ( P. 89)*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT S+” indicator
( P. 297)
*1Eco Driving Indicator Light
( P. 109)*9
(if equipped)
“CUSTOMIZE” indicator
( P. 297)
*8Eco drive mode indicator
( P. 297) Snow mode indicator
(
 P. 192)
*9Eco drive mode indicator
( P. 297)*1, 6
(U.S.A.)
“AIR BAG ON/OFF”
indicator ( P. 46)
*8“SPORT” indicator
( P. 297)*1, 6
(Canada)
“AIR BAG ON/OFF”
indicator ( P. 46)

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*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM ou tside rear view mirror indicators illuminate
in the following situations:
• When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode while the BSM main switch is set to ON.
• When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the engine switch is in IGNITION
ON mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will
turn off after a few seconds.
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 your Lexus dealer.
*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 37 F (3 C) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
*8: Except F SPORT models
*9: F SPORT models
WARNING
■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 engine, this could mean that these systems are not available to help pro-
tect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

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Instrument cluster
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
◆Except F SPORT models
◆F SPORT models
When the main meter is moved to the right, some of the meter displays and
the gauge layout will change.
Main meter in center position
Gauges and meters

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Main meter moved to the right
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
F SPORT models: When sport mode is selected for the driving mode, the periph-
ery of the tachometer will change color and the scale of the tachometer will be
emphasized.
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F
(50°C). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient tempera-
ture is 37°F (3°C) or lower.
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( P. 94)
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction ( P. 532)
Clock
Time displayed on the clock can be adju sted on of the multi-information dis-
play. ( P. 103)
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Shift position and gear position
( P. 191)
Odometer and trip meter display ( P. 108)
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Instrument cluster
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■Speed indicator (F SPORT models)
When the vehicle reaches a set
speed, indicators will be displayed
on both sides of the displayed speed
unit.
• The indicators will be displayed inyellow (correspondi ng to a speed set
by a user) or red (fixed at 100 mph
[160 km/h])
*.
• The desired vehicle speed at which
the speed indicator will begin to be
displayed can be set in of the
multi-information display. ( P. 103)
• The default setting of the indicator is off. This setting can be changed in of the
multi-information display. ( P. 103)
*: Always observe the legal speed limi t when driving on public roads.
■Rev indicator (F SPORT models)
When the engine speed reaches a
set speed, a ring-shaped indicator
will be displayed on the tachometer.
The desired engine speed at which
the Rev indicator will begin to be dis-
played can be set on of the multi-
information display. (
P. 103)
■Rev peak (F SPORT models)
The engine speed reaches or
exceeds 5000 rpm, an afterimage
of the tachometer will be displayed
at the highest engine speed for
approximately 0.5 seconds.

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■Main meter (F SPORT models)
Moves between center and right-
side positions.
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter
Changing the display
Instrument panel light control
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Instrument cluster
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■The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in IGNITION 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 inst rument panel brightness. At th is time, any adjustments made
to the instrument panel brightness levels will be applied to both settings at once.
■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 12 mph [20 km/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
●When “ ” or “E” is displayed, the sy stem may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
■Pop-up display
●In some situations, such as when a switch operation is performed, a pop-up display will
be temporarily displayed on the multi-information display or the odometer/trip meter
screen (F SPORT models).
●Some pop-up displays can be set on/off. ( P. 103)
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display. ( P. 103)
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. 579)