The gauge indicates the approximate quantity of fuel
remaining in the tank when the ignition switch is on.
It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full.
If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning light
comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,
the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level
warning light may come on earlier than usual.
If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the
indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the fuel gauge
returns to “E” when the ignition switch is turned to the “START”
position.
See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and recommended
fuel selection.
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ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when
the ignition switch is on. The engine operating
temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine
load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle
and allow the engine to cool.
Y our vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions,
such as:
Driving up a long hill on a hot day.
Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.
Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in
stop–and–go traffic.
Towing a trailer.
It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the engine coolant
temperature gauge returns to “C” when the ignition switch is
turned to the “START”.
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NOTICE
Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling
system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The
thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant
to keep the temperature of the engine within the
specified operating range.
Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
See “If your vehicle overheats” on page 556.
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TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of
rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to
prevent engine over–revving.
Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive
engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most
cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel
economy.
It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the tachometer
returns to the bottom position when the ignition switch is turned
to the “START” position.
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NOTICE
Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This
may cause severe engine damage.
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ODOMETER AND TRIP METER
Vehicles with dynamic laser cruise control
Vehicles without dynamic laser cruise control
This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. To
change the mode indication, push the “ODO/TRIP” button
briefly . Each time you push the button, the mode changes
in order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B,
then back to the odometer, etc.
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has
been driven. The twin trip meter records two different
distances independently.
For example, you can use one meter to calculate the fuel
economy and the other to measure the distance on each trip.
To set the A trip meter to zero, display the A meter reading,
push the button and hold it. The same applies for the B trip
meter.
The data of trip meters will be cancelled if the electrical power
source is disconnected.
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SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
AND WARNING BUZZERS
IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...
(a)
(indicator and buzzer)
or
(b)
(indicator and buzzer)
(c)
(d)
(e)
DO THIS.
If parking brake is off,
stop immediately and
contact Lexus dealer.
Fasten driver’s seat
belt.
Fasten front
passenger’s seat belt.
Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer immediately.
Stop and check.
IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
or
or
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(j)
(indicator and buzzer)
DO THIS.
Stop and check.
Replace engine oil.
Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
If brake system
warning light is also
on, stop immediately
and contact Lexus
dealer.
Close all side doors
and back door.
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IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...
(k)
(l)
(m)
(n)
(o)
Low fuel level
warning light
(p)
DO THIS.
Replace bulb.
Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
Stop and check.
Add washer fluid.
Fill up tank.
Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...
(q)
Dynamic laser cruise
(r)
control master warning
light
(s)
Key reminder buzzer
Open moon roof
(t)
reminder buzzer
DO THIS.
Adjust tire inflation
pressure.
If light remains,
contact Lexus dealer.
Check condition
according to warning
code. If system
malfunctions, contact
Lexus dealer.
Remove key.
Close moon roof.
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(a) Brake System Warning Light and Buzzer
This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key
is in the “ON” position.
When the parking brake is applied...
This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is
turned to the “ON” position even after the parking brake is
released.
If the vehicle speed rises above 5 km/h (3 mph) with the parking
brake applied, a buzzer sounds.
When the brake fluid level is low...
CAUTION
It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the
brake fluid level is low.
Have your vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer in the
following case:
The light does not come on even if the parking brake is
applied when the ignition key is in the “ON” position.
The light does not come on even if the ignition key is turned
on with the parking brake released.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not
indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If either of the following conditions occurs, immediately
stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
The light does not turn off even after the parking
brake is released while the engine is running.
In this case, the brakes may not work properly and
your stopping distance will become longer. Depress
the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an
immediate stop.
The brake system warning light remains on together
with the “ABS” warning light.
In this case, not only the anti–lock brake system will
fail but also the vehicle will become extremely
unstable during braking.
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(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer
The light and buzzer act as a reminder to buckle up the driver’s
seat belt.
Once the ignition key is turned to the “ON” or “START” position,
the reminder light flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver’s seat
belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light
continues flashing and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8
seconds.
(c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
The light acts as a reminder to have the front passenger buckle
up the seat belt.
Once the ignition key is turned to the “ON” or “START” position,
the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the front
passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt.
If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat,
depending on its weight, the reminder light may flash.
(d) SRS Warning Light
The indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to
the “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This
means the SRS airbags and front seat belt pretensioners
are operating properly.
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor
assembly, front airbag sensors, side and curtain shield airbag
sensor assemblies, curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies,
driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch,
front passenger occupant classification system, “AIRBAG ON”
indicator light, “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s
seat belt buckle switch, front seat belt pretensioner
assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and
power sources.
If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a
malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning
light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible
to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned
to the “ON” position or remains on for more than 6 seconds
or flashes.
The light comes on or starts flashing while driving.
If the light stays on, it indicates that the driver and front
passenger airbags and/or front passenger occupant
classification system, “AIRBAG ON” indicator light and
“AIRBAG OFF” indicator light fail. If the light flashes, the side
and curtain shield airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners have
a problem.
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(e) Discharge Warning Light
This light warns that the battery is being discharged.
If it comes on while you are driving, stop the vehicle, turn off the
engine, and check for the cause. Look first at the engine drive
belt.
If it is loose or broken, the generator will not charge the
battery properly.
NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken
or loose.
If the belt is O.K., there is a problem somewhere in the
charging system.
The engine ignition will continue to operate, however, until the
battery is discharged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower,
radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Lexus dealer or
repair shop.
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(f) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road
to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Lexus
dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light on —
even for one block. It may ruin the engine.
The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling or
it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for
concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated
slightly.
The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It
is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must
be checked using the oil level dipstick.
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(g) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder Light (for
vehicles sold in U.S.A.)
This light acts as a reminder when to replace the engine oil.
This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position and will go off after about a few seconds.
When you drive for about 7200 km (4500 miles) after the
engine oil replacement, this light illuminates for about 3
seconds and then flashes for about 12 seconds with the
ignition key turned to the “ON” position. If you continue driving
without replacing the engine oil, and if the distance driven
exceeds 8000 km (5000 miles), the light will come on after the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. The light will remain
on thereafter.
If the light is flashing, we recommend that you replace the
engine oil at a n e a r l y opportunity depending on the driving a nd
road conditions. If the light comes on, replace it as soon as
possible.
The system must be reset after the engine oil replacement.
Reset the system by the following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position with the
odometer reading shown. (For details, see “Odometer and trip
meter” on page 86.)
2. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position while holding down
the “ODO/TRIP” button.
Hold down the button for at least 5 seconds. The odometer
indicates “000000” and the light goes off.
If the system fails to reset, the light will continue flashing.
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(h) Malfunction Indicator Lamp
This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This
means that t h e w a r n i n g light system is operating properly.
If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving,
first check the followings.
Empty fuel tank
If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immediately.
Loose fuel tank cap
If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.
These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction
indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not
loose...
There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission
control system, electronic throttle control system, automatic
transmission electrical system or warning light system itself.
Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the
vehicle.
If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator pedal
is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere in the
electronic throttle control system.
At this time, vibration may occur. However, if you depress the
accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your
vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system
is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be
recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is
turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
CAUTION
Be especially careful to prevent erroneous pedal
operation.
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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs
Your vehicle may not pass a state emission inspection if the
malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your Lexus
dealer to check your vehicle’s emission control system and
OBD (On–Board Diagnostics) system before taking your
vehicle for the inspection.
See “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs”
on page 594.
(i) “ABS” Warning Light
The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON”
position. If the anti–lock brake system and the brake assist
system work properly, the light turns off after a few seconds.
Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the light
comes on again.
When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system
warning light is off), the anti–lock brake system, the brake
assist system, the traction control system and the vehicle
stability control system do not operate, but the brake system
still operates conventionally.
When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system
warning light is off), the anti–lock brake system does not
operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden
braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.
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If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates
a malfunction somewhere in the components monitored
by the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned
to the “ON” position, or remains on.
The light comes on while you are driving.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not
indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the
brake system warning light, immediately stop your
vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
In this case, not only the anti–lock brake system will fail
but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable
during braking.
(j) Open Door Warning Light and Buzzer
This light remains on until all the side doors and back door are
completely closed.
The light consists of a base light (shape of the vehicle) and 5
separate lights. Each light indicates which door is open.
If the vehicle speed rises above 5 km/h (3 mph) with any door
open, the buzzer will sound and the light keeps flashing until
the door is closed.
(k) Rear Light Failure Warning Light
If this light comes on when the headlight switch is turned on (at
the first or second clickstop), it indicates that one or more of the
tail lights are burned out.
Have defective bulbs replaced as soon as possible.
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(l) “VSC” Warning Light
This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the
vehicle stability control system or traction control system.
The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position and will go off after a few seconds.
If the light comes on while driving, the vehicle stability control
system and traction control system do not work. However, as
conventional braking operates when applied, there is no
problem to continue your driving.
In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer:
The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is
turned to the “ON” position.
The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned
to the “ON” position.
The warning light comes on while driving.
Two–wheel drive models only — The “TRAC OFF” indicator
light will come on when the “VSC” warning light comes on even
if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed.
NOTICE
Continued driving with the warning light on may
damage the automatic transmission.
(n) Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
This light comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes
nearly empty. Fill the tank as soon as possible.
(m) Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature
Warning Light
(four–wheel drive models only)
This light warns that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high.
If this light comes on while you are driving, slow down and pull
off the road. Stop the vehicle at a safe place and put the
selector lever in “P” and leave the engine idling until the light
goes off. If the light goes off, you can start the vehicle again.
If the light does not go off, call a Lexus dealer or qualified repair
shop for assistance.
(o) Low Fuel Level Warning Light
This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes
nearly empty. Fill the tank as soon as possible.
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On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,
the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.
(p) Automatic Headlight Leveling System Warning
Light (vehicles with discharge headlight only)
This light warns that when there is a problem somewhere in the
automatic headlight leveling system.
The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position, and will go off after a few seconds.
If it comes on while driving, have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer.
(q) Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that tire inflation pressure is critically low. T he
light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON”
position. It goes of f after a few seconds. This indicates that the
low tire pressure warning system is functioning properly.
If the light comes on while driving, adjust tire inflation pressure
to the specified level. (See “Specifications” on page 631.)
Once the ignition switch is turned off, the warning light also go
off. If the light comes on again when the vehicle is started after
adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the specified level, have
the low tire pressure warning system checked at your Lexus
dealer.
If the light blinks once every second, the low tire pressure
warning system may be malfunctioning. Have the system
checked at your Lexus dealer.
If the light blinks twice every second, the low tire pressure
warning system needs to be initialized. For details, see “Tire
pressure warning system” on page 512.
(r) Dynamic Laser Cruise Control Master Warning
Light
This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the
dynamic laser cruise control system.
The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position and will go off after a few seconds.
When the light comes on, the alarm sounds and the warning
code will appear on the display. At this time, the dynamic laser
cruise control is cancelled. For details, see “Dynamic laser
cruise control” on page 464.
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(s) Key Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer acts as a reminder to remove the key when you
open the driver’s door with the ignition key in the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position.
(t) Open Moon Roof Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer acts as a reminder to close the moon roof when
you turn the ignition key to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and
open the driver’s door.
How to check all the service reminder
indicators (except the low fuel level warning
light)
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Open the door.
The following service reminder indicator should come on. It
goes off when you close the door completely.
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3. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position.
The following service reminder indicators should come on.
Height control indicator lights
Height control off indicator light
Easy access mode indicator light
Dynamic laser cruise control master warning light
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13RY029
or or
or
13RY033
13RY035
13RY032
13RY030
The following service reminder indicators go off after a few
seconds.
Height control indicator lights
Height control off indicator light
Easy access mode indicator light
Dynamic laser cruise control master warning light
or
13RY033
13RY035
13RY030
13RY032
13RY029
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The following service reminder indicator goes off after 6
seconds.
If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not
function as described above, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
CRUISE INFORMATION DISPLAY
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The following information is displayed when you push the
“INFO” button with the ignition switch turned on.
Each time you push the “INFO” button, the display toggles
through this information.
(1) Driving time after engine start
(2) Average vehicle speed after engine start
(3) Average fuel consumption after refueling
(4) Instantaneous fuel consumption
(5) Driving distance after engine start
(6) Driving range
The displayed values in the cruise information display indicate
general driving conditions. Accuracy varies with driving habits
and road conditions.
When the ignition switch is on, the last previously used mode
displayed just before the ignition switch is off will appear.
If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the
cruise information display, the display will automatically be set
to the initial mode.
When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness
of the display will be reduced.
You can adjust the brightness of the display. To adjust the
brightness, see “Multi–display light control” on page 105.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving.
Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
(1) Driving time after engine start
(“E/T”)
The elapsed time after the engine starts is displayed.
When the engine is started, driving time is counted from 0:00.
Up to 11:59 (11 hours, 59 minutes) can be displayed. When the
driving time exceeds 11:59, the counter returns to 0:00.
The calculation is reset when the ignition switch is turned off.
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(2) Average vehicle speed after engine start
(“AVG MPH” or “AVG km/h”)
Average vehicle speed after engine start is calculated and
displayed based on total driving distance and total driving
time with the engine running.
The displayed value is updated every 10 seconds.
To reset the calculations, push and hold the “INFO” button for
about 1 second when the display indicates the average vehicle
speed after engine start.
(3) Average fuel consumption after refueling
(“AVG MPG” or “AVG L/100 km”)
Average fuel consumption after refueling is calculated
and displayed based on total driving distance and total
fuel consumption with the engine running.
The displayed value is updated every 10 seconds.
The calculation is reset when the vehicle starts after refueling.
(4) Instantaneous fuel consumption
(“MPG” or “L/100 km”)
The instantaneous fuel consumption is calculated and
displayed based on distance and fuel consumption for 2
seconds with the engine running.
The displayed value is updated every 2 seconds.
Note that an accurate figure may not be shown in the following
cases.
The vehicle is stopped with the engine running. (The display
will indicate the extremely high fuel consumption.)
The vehicle is driving down a long slope applying the engine
brake. (The display will indicate the extremely low fuel
consumption.)
(5) Driving distance after engine start
(“Distance miles” or “Distance km”)
The driving distance after engine start is calculated and
displayed based on vehicle speed after engine running.
The displayed value is updated every time the fuel equivalent
for 0.1 km or 0.1 mile is consumed.
To reset the calculations, push and hold the “INFO” button for
about 1 second when the display indicates the driving distance
after engine start.
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(6) Driving range
(“Cruising Range miles” or “Cruising Range
km”)
The distance the vehicle can travel with the remaining fuel
is calculated and displayed based on the quantity of
remaining fuel and past fuel consumption.
The driving range display indicates the approximate distance
that you can drive until the fuel gauge reaches “E”. It is different
from the actual distance traveled.
The displayed value is updated every time the fuel equivalent
for 1 mile or 1 km is consumed.
The actual driving range varies with driving habits and road
conditions. If fuel consumption is good, the driving range will
be longer than indicated. If fuel consumption is poor, the
driving range will be shorter than indicated.
If the low fuel level warning light comes on, refuel the vehicle
even if the display indicates that the vehicle can be driven
further.
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT
CONTROL
To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
turn the knob.
With the knob turned fully right, the intensity of the instrument
panel lights will not be reduced when the headlight switch is on.
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MULTI–DISPLAY LIGHT CONTROL
To adjust the brightness of the multi–display light, push
and release the “BRIGHTNESS” button until the desired
brightness is obtained.
To block out glare from the front , swing the sun visor
down.
2
To block out glare from the side, remove the sun visor
from the hook and swing it to the side.
3
To block out glare coming obliquely from behind you,
slide the visor backwards.
At this position, the vanity light does not come on.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
Front
Vehicles with moon roof
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Vehicles without moon roof
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
To turn on the interior light, slide the switch.
The interior light switch has the following positions:
“ON” — Keeps the light on all the time.
“OFF” — Turns the light off.
“DOOR” — Turns the light on when any of the side doors or
back door is opened. The light goes of f when all the side doors
and back door are closed. For details, see “Illuminated entry
system” on page 111.
Rear
To turn on the interior light, slide the switch.
The interior light switch has the following positions:
“ON” — Keeps the light on all the time.
“OFF” — Turns the light off.
“DOOR” — Turns the light on when any of the side doors or
back door is opened. The light goes of f when all the side doors
and back door are closed. For details, see “Illuminated entry
system” on page 111.
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