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2-2. Instrument cluster
■ Outside temperature display
● The temperature display shows temperatures within the range of -40F (-40C)
and 122F (50C).
● In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change:
• When the vehicle is stopped, or moving at low speeds (less than 15 mph [25
km/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of
a garage, tunnel, etc.)
● When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehi-
cle to your Lexus dealer.
■ To prevent damage to the engine and its components
● Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone.
● The following may indicate that the engine is overheating. Immediately stop the
vehicle in a safe place.
• The display on the engine coolant temperature gauge flashes. (
P. 351)
• The display on the engine oil temperature gauge flashes. (
P. 313)
● In the following situations, the engine may be malfunctioning. Immediately stop
the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
• The oil pressure gauge display does not show an increase even if the acceler-
ator pedal is depressed.
• The “Engine oil pressure low” warning message is displayed.