Instrument Cluster Drive Gear Indicator Light Out
01-18-06, 03:20 PM
#47
gp1200x and others, imo this issue is ridiculous for as great a product as Lexus produces to have a low-end bulb go out so uniformally.
GEEZ, LEXUS - install LEDs or double voltage bulbs that will NEVER burn out for us - the solution here is a 5 second and cheap no-brainer that hasn't happened apparently on the first RX series.
I wonder about the 330 ??
& frustrated
GEEZ, LEXUS - install LEDs or double voltage bulbs that will NEVER burn out for us - the solution here is a 5 second and cheap no-brainer that hasn't happened apparently on the first RX series.
I wonder about the 330 ??
& frustrated
01-19-06, 08:42 PM
#48
Lexus Champion
Originally Posted by Lexmex
I had it at the dealer...they fixed it for free even though I did not ask (that was okay) and did not charge me. Went out a few weeks later. LOL
I like off and no need to be looking at the D light down there anymore. I know perfectly well what gear I am in.
I like off and no need to be looking at the D light down there anymore. I know perfectly well what gear I am in.
01-28-06, 12:38 PM
#50
Driver School Candidate
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: KY
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I just replaced mine with the instructions listed on this forum, it took me about 20 minutes and it wasn't a big deal at all. I think I paid $12 for that stupid bulb at my local Stealership in Covington, KY!
02-10-06, 11:29 AM
#51
Driver School Candidate
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: WA
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
ECT Power Mode lamp out
Would it be reasonable to assume that the instructions above will expose the ECT Power Mode lamp for replacement ?
Suppose the fact that it's out answers the 'How Do You Drive Your Lexus' thread I just saw in passing !
Suppose the fact that it's out answers the 'How Do You Drive Your Lexus' thread I just saw in passing !
02-11-06, 05:34 AM
#52
Driver School Candidate
Join Date: May 2005
Location: MD
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Our 2001 RX "D" indicator only works when it wants to. I do not think I have a bulb problem because every once in awhile, it will light up. I just ignore it. I know what gear I am in.
02-11-06, 07:44 AM
#53
Moderator
I have an old war story
Once driving to SanAntonio, on a back road got into an accident. Tractor trailor rig started to back (totally unexpected) and I experienced tunnel vision and could only see the back of the rig approaching me. I instinctively put the; then Mazda MPV, in reverse .. but my eyes and mind were not in sync (tunnel vision). I had to look at the cluster to confirm, I was in "R". We ended up colliding at a very low speed.
Moral of the story ... there are times when you need all possible indications.
Salim
Once driving to SanAntonio, on a back road got into an accident. Tractor trailor rig started to back (totally unexpected) and I experienced tunnel vision and could only see the back of the rig approaching me. I instinctively put the; then Mazda MPV, in reverse .. but my eyes and mind were not in sync (tunnel vision). I had to look at the cluster to confirm, I was in "R". We ended up colliding at a very low speed.
Moral of the story ... there are times when you need all possible indications.
Salim
02-23-06, 10:44 AM
#54
Driver School Candidate
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: pa
Posts: 49
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
thanks slick20
great info.the only thing i can add is ,all my screws were very tight.use some sort of small gun type power screwdriver, especially for the black trim.also the bulbs are staggared when you look at them from behind the cluster.pay this no mind ,as all you have to do is count 3 bulbs up from the bottom to get to the drive lite.took about 20 min. to do.
02-23-06, 07:23 PM
#55
Lexus Champion
Originally Posted by HarrierAWD
In that case, I'll be sure to ask the dealer NOT to fix it when I go in for the 60K service.
02-23-06, 07:42 PM
#56
Super Moderator
Originally Posted by HarrierAWD
Quoting myself... I just went in for the 60K service. I forgot to mention that my D light was out. They didn't fix it nor mention it. Ha!
10-05-06, 06:23 AM
#58
Moderator
Since you will be spending your own time, might as well part with $8.00 or so and a trip to the parts store and get a fresh bulb.
Tips:
Drape the stearing wheel (area below the place you will be taking the screws off) with a cloth or towel to grab falling screw (accidental).
If you wear gloves, you will avoid leaving behind oily finger prints. (less time in cleaning).
Salim
Tips:
Drape the stearing wheel (area below the place you will be taking the screws off) with a cloth or towel to grab falling screw (accidental).
If you wear gloves, you will avoid leaving behind oily finger prints. (less time in cleaning).
Salim
10-05-06, 12:05 PM
#59
I swapped bulbs as I couldn't find the damned thing in any of the local Pep Boys and refuse to pay what the dealer will ask for the bulb that looks like it came out of a 2 AA cell Maglight!
10-05-06, 04:07 PM
#60
Leonardo the swap is a great idea, wish I'd thought of it, but I'm with Salim on this, I'd buy the new bulb - hoping LEXUS upgraded the thing to last forever on a DC circuit, which isn't really that difficult, imo.