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Old 10-28-22, 04:00 PM
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Default Certain Dashboard Lights Don't Light UP

Recently got a rx350 '15 and certain dashboard lights do not work. Its the far right side on the gauge cluster and the ABS, low fuel light, traction control light, low tire pressure " !" one ( I also can see a PCS light when the sun hits the dashboard--didnt know the car had this). I realize some of these may not light up unless needed, but even on startup on the car I though they should still illuminate quickly and then turn off (except the fuel light but that doesn't illuminate even with 25 miles left in the tank). Would this be a fuse or a bulb burned out probably? Thanks.
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Different bulbs are involved for those multiple dashboard icons so unlikely to be just a bulb issue. Could be a wiring issue or perhaps somebody was back there behind the dashboard for some reason and forget to plug in one or more electrical connectors during reassembly.
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Doesn't sound like an easy fix then. Darn.
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Don't give up. Do some googling on potential dashboard icon lighting issues on these vehicles. And check Youtube for any appropriate videos on how to gain access back there.
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Owner's manual should show a detailed diagram of warning light self test AND some text as to which are optional [configuration based].

You can call/email Lexus of USA [assuming you have a US destination model] with your VIN number and they will send you the build details.

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Originally Posted by User874
the fuel light but that doesn't illuminate even with 25 miles left in the tank
The low fuel light on my 2015 illuminates when there is 20 miles range left in the tank, so maybe it still works in yours too.


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Take it to a mechanic or a dealer and ask them to check the error codes, many places will do it for free, my local shop charges $20

If they find error codes that illuminate the ABS light, maybe the seller broke the light intentionally before selling?

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Originally Posted by Non
The low fuel light on my 2015 illuminates when there is 20 miles range left in the tank, so maybe it still works in yours too.
That may be why then as 25 is the lowest I have ever gotten but will try 20. Seems really low for a fuel light on a car (my previous cars were 60-70 miles plus).
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Originally Posted by Non
Take it to a mechanic or a dealer and ask them to check the error codes, many places will do it for free, my local shop charges $20

If they find error codes that illuminate the ABS light, maybe the seller broke the light intentionally before selling?
Will do, thanks.
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