SilverRX30

Hi!

Was wondering if anyone could help me out.

I have a 2001 RX300 which has the gear shift light out (not on the dash but where you actually shift ). Can't see P R N D L1 L2 in the dark. Also the green light around the key ignition is also out. What do you think is the problem? Thanks!

zombie

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i didnt know the shift lights where supposed to be lit! i bought my 99 used, so i guess the led burnt out with the first owner.

parula

Yes, funny, I too was just looking at that the other day trying to recall if the shift indicator next to the shifter was supposed to be lit, it seemed odd it was dark there. Hoping this one is easy to replace. And I just lost the D-light on the instrument dash area that has been discussed on other threads with some great DIY posts. FWIW, my green ignition key light is still on, how long?

I wish Lexus were using longer-lasting bulbs for these hard-to-reach areas, my car isn't even 5 years old.

Rx300Mat

Parula, I work for a Lexus Service Center near Washington D.C. area and i see those bulbs out all the time there just crappy bulbs i have replaced 2 bulbs already.If it helps you out any the part number for the bulb is 90981-11018 and they list for $5.11.

parula

Mat, thks, I need help with how to get access to that area to change the bulbs on the shift console, haven't searched CL yet. Tell Lexus to use high-voltage bulbs or something that will last a real long time.

SilverRX30

Is it difficult to replace this bulb for the gear shift console? How do I do it?

Thanks!!

SilverRX30

How do I get to the bulb for the gear shift light?

Any help?

Thanks!!

AlexusAnja

There indeed is a light in the shifter area because I just checked mine and it's lit. I have never changed it, obviously, but looking at the area, it would take a minimum of removing the whole bottom area of the area and then possible some side panels. I've replaced the dash light, and it took a while for that. It's just me, but when I shift, I don't really even look at the shifter, I look at the gear selector on the dash. I would say the effort might not be worth the gain of having the shifter area lit.

bob2200

Just had to chime in: I always look at the shifter and never at the dash indicator.