instrument cluster LEXUS RX350 2019 User Guide

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RX350/RX350L_U 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. 90)
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (  P. 661)
Clock Vehicles with a navigation system:
Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the instrument panel. (  P. 544)
Vehicles with a Lexus Display Audio system:
Time displayed on the clock can be adju sted on of the mu lti-information dis-
play. (  P. 97)
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Shift position display (  P. 236, 240)
Odometer and trip meter (  P. 104)1
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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. 97)
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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
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• 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. 89Instrument 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 (d ay 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 malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. ■
Clock settings screen (vehicles with a navigation system only)
If the clock adjustment screen is displayed continuously wh en 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. 97)
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. 692)

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RX350/RX350L_U The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related
data, such as the current outside temperature. 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 outside temperature and clock are displayed.
•Menu icons (  P. 93)
• Outside temperature (  P. 86)
•Clock (  P. 86)
Content display area A variety of information can be displayed by selecting a menu icon. Additionally,
warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displa ys will be displayed in some situations.
• Menu icon content (  P. 93)
• Suggestion function (  P. 105)
• Warning message (  P. 661)
Indicator/shift position display area Displays the following items:
•Indicators (  P. 80)
• Shift position display (  P. 236, 240)Multi-information display Summary of functions
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RX350/RX350L_U Odometer/trip meter display area (  P. 104)Displays the following items:
• Odometer/trip meter
• Distance until next engine oil change
Meter control switches (  P. 92)
“ODO/TRIP” switch (  P. 93)
F SPORT models
Outside temperature (  P. 86)
Menu icons (  P. 93)
Content display area A variety of information can be displayed by selecting a menu icon. Additionally,
warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displa ys will be displayed in some situations.
• Menu icon content (  P. 93)
• Suggestion function (  P. 105)
• Warning message (  P. 661)
Indicators/clock •Indicators (  P. 80)
•Clock (  P. 86)
Shift position display (  P. 236, 240)
Odometer/trip meter display area (  P. 104)Displays the following items:
• Odometer/trip meter
• Distance until next engine oil change
Meter control switches (  P. 92)
“ODO/TRIP” switch (  P. 93)4
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RX350/RX350L_U ◆ 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 Pressing and holding the swit ch will display the first screen of the selected menu
icon.
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 chan ged 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 registrati on is desired will be displayed. If the
selected screen canno t be registered, a registration failure message will be dis-
played.
• When no screen has been registered, the drive information screen will be dis-
played.■
Resetting drive information
To reset the average fuel economy (aft er 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 resettable, a messa ge will be displayed asking
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RX350/RX350L_U ◆ 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. 94)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 source or track on the meter using the meter
control switches.
Driving assist system information Select to display the operational status of the following systems:
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (  P. 300)
• LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) (  P. 291)
Warning message display (  P. 661)Select to display warning messages and me asures to be taken if a malfunction is
detected.
Settings display (  P. 97)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 informatio n 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. 97)Drive information ( )
Item Content
Current fuel consumption Displays in stantaneous current fuel consumption
Average fuel
economy After reset Displays average fuel consumption since the dis-
play was reset
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After start Displays average fuel consumption since engine
start
* 2
After refuel Displays average fuel consumption since refuel
* 2, 3
Average
vehicle
speed After reset Displays average vehicle speed since the display
was reset
* 1
After start Displays average vehicle speed since engine start
Elapsed time After reset Displays elapsed time since the display was reset
* 1
After start Displays elapsed time since engine start
Distance Driving range Displays driving rang e with remaining fuel
* 3, 4
After start Displays drive distance since vehicle start
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:Resetting:  P. 92
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: Use the displayed fuel consumption as a reference.
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: When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be
updated.
When refueling, turn the engine switch off. If the vehicle is refueled without turning the
engine switch off, the display may not be updated.
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: This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result, the
actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.■
Eco Driving Indicator
 P. 105■
Sway warning
Detects the sway of the vehicle within a lane, which is often associated with a
decrease in the driver's at tention level, and displays the decrease in attention
using a bar display.
The shorter the bar length, the more the driver may need to rest. This display is a part of the LKA (Lan e-Keeping Assist) system. The display is
enabled when the operating conditions of the vehicle sway warning are met.
(  P. 291)■
AWD Control (if equipped)
Displays the driving force applie d to each wheel using segments.
The greater the number of segments di splayed, the greater the driving force
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G-force (if equipped)
Displays lateral G-forces on the vehicle.
Also displays, around the periphery of the G-force display, the left and right
steering amount, accelerator pedal input, and brake fluid pressure.
Acceleration G-force on the
vehicle
Current G-force value (analyzed
value of front/rear and left/right
G-forces)
Record of the maximum G-forces
Accelerator pedal input
Brake fluid pressure
Steering amount This display is intended for use as a guideline. Depending on factors such as the
road surface condition, temperature and vehicle speed, the display may not show
the actual condition of the vehicle. ●
Resetting the record of maximum G-forces
Press and hold to reset the record. ●
Peak hold function
If lateral G-forces of 0.5 G or grea ter are generated, the G-force value
display will turn amber and be held for 2 seconds.■
Tire pressure
 P. 605■
Units (if equipped)
The units of measure used can be changed while driving. Unlike the units setting performed on , the units setting performed on can
be changed while driving.■
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