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Except F SPORT models 
F SPORT models
The units used on the meter and some indicators may differ depending on the
target region.Warning lights and indicators The warning lights and indicators on th e instrument cluster, center panel and
outside rear view mirrors inform the driv er of the status of the vehicle’s vari-
ous systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all warning
lights and indicators illuminated.

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F SPORT models
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: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the IGNITION ON mode to
indicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do
not turn on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
* 2
: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate
in the following situations:
• When the BSM function is enabled on of the multi-information display, the
engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
• When the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the BSM function is enabled
on of the multi-information display.
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 indica tors 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.
* 3
: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
* 4
: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
* 5
: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
* 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.Eco drive mode indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 ) “SPORT S” indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 )
“SPORT S+” indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 ) “CUSTOMIZE” indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 )
WA R N I N G ■
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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RX350_U_OM48E90U 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 sele cted 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. 8 9 )
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (  P. 6 4 1 )
Clock Vehicles with a navigation system:
Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the instrument panel. (  P. 5 2 4 )
Vehicles with a Lexus Display Audio system:
Time displayed on the clock can be adju sted on of the multi-information dis-
play. (  P. 9 6 )
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Shift position display (  P. 225, 229)
Odometer and trip meter (  P. 1 0 3 )1
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Rev indicator (F SPORT models)
When the engine 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. 9 6 )
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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 1 second.
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter • The brightness of the instrument
panel lights can be adjusted individu-
ally for day mode and night mode
* .
• If the brightness is adjusted when the
surroundings are bright and the tail
lights are on (day mode brightness
adjustment), the brightness level of
night mode will be adjusted at the
same time.
* : Day mode and night mode:  P. 8 8Instrument panel light control 1
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The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
Brightness of the meters (day mode and night mode)
The brightness of the meters is changed between day mode and night mode. ●
Day mode: When the tail lights are off or when the tail lights are on but the surrounding
area is bright ●
Night mode: When the tail lights are on and the surrounding area is dark ■
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 ma lfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. ■
Clock settings screen (vehicles with a navigation system only)
If the clock adjustment screen is displayed continuously when attempting to change the
clock settings, the system may be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. ■
Customization
Some functions can be customized. (  P. 9 6 )
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. 6 6 8 )

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RX350_U_OM48E90U The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related
data, such as the current outside temper ature. The multi-information display can
also be used to change the display settings and other settings. 
Except F SPORT models
Menu icon display area Displays the following items.
When a menu icon is not selected, the ou tside temperature and clock are displayed.
•Menu icons (  P. 9 2 )
• Outside temperature (  P. 8 5 )
•Clock (  P. 8 5 )
Content display area A variety of information can be displayed by selecting a menu icon. Additionally,
warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displays will be displayed in some situations.
• Menu icon content (  P. 9 2 )
• Suggestion function (  P. 1 0 4 )
• Warning message (  P. 6 4 1 )
Indicator/shift position display area Displays the following items:
•Indicators (  P. 8 0 )
• Shift position display (  P. 225, 229)Multi-information display Summary of functions
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RX350_U_OM48E90U Odometer/trip meter display area (  P. 1 0 3 )Displays the following items:
• Odometer/trip meter
• Distance until next engine oil change
Meter control switches (  P. 9 1 )
“ODO/TRIP” switch (  P. 9 2 )
F SPORT models
Outside temperature (  P. 8 5 )
Menu icons (  P. 9 2 )
Content display area A variety of information can be displayed by selecting a menu icon. Additionally,
warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displays will be displayed in some situations.
• Menu icon content (  P. 9 2 )
• Suggestion function (  P. 1 0 4 )
• Warning message (  P. 6 4 1 )
Indicators/clock •Indicators (  P. 8 0 )
•Clock (  P. 8 5 )
Shift position display (  P. 225, 229)
Odometer/trip meter display area (  P. 1 0 3 )Displays the following items:
• Odometer/trip meter
• Distance until next engine oil change
Meter control switches (  P. 9 1 )
“ODO/TRIP” switch (  P. 9 2 )4
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RX350_U_OM48E90U ◆ Using the content display area
The content display area is operated using the meter control switches.
: Select menu icons
:Change displayed con-
tent, scroll up/down the
screen and move the
cursor
Press: Enter/Set
Press and hold: Reset
Return to the previous screen
Press: Display the top screen
Press and hold: Register current screen as the top screen■
Registering a top screen
The displayed top screen can be changed to a registered screen of your
choice.
To register a screen as the top screen, display the desired screen and press
and hold . • A message asking to confirm if registration is desired will be displayed. If the
selected screen cannot be registered, a registration failure message will be dis-
played.
• When no screen has been registered, th e drive information screen will be dis-
played.■
Resetting drive information
To reset the average fuel economy (after reset)/average vehicle speed (after
reset)/elapsed time (after reset) that are displayed on , display the desired
item and press and hold . If both of the displayed items are rese ttable, a message will be displayed asking
which item(s) to reset.Using the multi-information display 1
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RX350_U_OM48E90U ◆ Using the odometer/trip meter display area
Items in this area are operated using the “ODO/TRIP” switch.
Press: Change displayed item Each time the switch is pressed, the
displayed item will be changed.
Press and hold: Reset Display the desired trip meter and
press and hold the switch to reset the
trip meter.
Select a menu icon to display its content.
Drive information (  P. 9 3 )Select to display various drive data.
Navigation system-linked display (if equipped) Select to display the following na vigation system-linked information.
• Route guidance
• Compass display (heading-up display)
Audio system-linked display Select to enable selection of an audio so urce or track on the meter using the meter
control switches.
Driving assist system information (if equipped) Select to display the operational status of the following systems:
• Dynamic radar cruise control (  P. 3 1 4 )
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (  P. 3 0 2 )
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (  P. 2 9 3 )
• LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) (  P. 2 8 3 )
Warning message display (  P. 6 4 1 )Select to display warning me ssages and measures to be taken if a malfunction is
detected.
Settings display (  P. 9 6 )
Select to change the meter display settings and other settings.Menu icons

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Drive information 1 /Drive information 2 /Drive information 3
Displays drive information such as the following: ●
Drive information 1
• Current fuel consumption
• Average fuel economy (after reset) ●
Drive information 2
• Distance (driving range)
• Average vehicle speed (after reset) ●
Drive information 3
• Average fuel economy (after refuel)
• Elapsed time (after start)
Displayed items (listed below) can be changed on . (  P. 9 6 )Drive information ( )
Item Content
Current fuel consumption Displays instantaneous current fuel consumption
Average fuel
economy After reset Displays average fuel consumption since display
reset
* 1, 2
After start Displays average fuel consumption since engine
start
* 2
After refuel Displays average fuel consumption since refuel
* 2, 3
Av e r a g e
vehicle
speed After reset Displays average vehicle speed since display
reset
* 1
After start Displays average vehicle speed since engine start
Elapsed time After reset Displays elapsed time since display reset
* 1
After start Displays elapsed time since engine start
Distance Driving range Displays driving range with remaining fuel
* 3, 4
After start Displays drive distance since vehicle start
Other Blank No item