METER / GAUGE SYSTEM


  1. OUTLINE


    1. An Optitron type combination meter assembly with the TFT monochrome multi-information display or an Optitron type combination meter assembly with the TFT color multi-information display is provided depending on the model.

    2. A multi-information display on which various kinds of information are displayed is integrated.

      A004LXAE01
      *1 w/ TFT Color Multi-information Display:
      A004LZWE01
      *1 w/ TFT Monochrome Multi-information Display:

  2. MAIN FEATURES


    1. Opening/Ending Ceremony (Models with Optitron Type Combination Meter Assembly with TFT Color Multi-information Display)


      1. An opening ceremony which allows for anticipation of a pleasant drive is used. The opening ceremony operates as follows:


        1. When the ignition switch is turned to ON, the multi-information display illuminates.

        2. Afterwards, the dials and needles of the speedometer, tachometer, engine coolant temperature gauge and fuel gauge illuminate.

      2. An ending ceremony which allows for anticipation of a pleasant drive is used. The ending ceremony operates as follows:


        1. The dials and needles of the speedometer, tachometer, engine coolant temperature gauge and fuel gauge turn off.

        2. After a short time, the multi-information display turns off.

        A004LX4E01
        Text in Illustration
        *a Ignition Switch ON (IG) *b Ignition Switch Off
        *c The illustrations shown are examples only. The illustrations may differ from the actual vehicle screen. - -

    2. Opening/Ending Ceremony (Models with Optitron Type Combination Meter Assembly with TFT Monochrome Multi-information Display)


      1. A combination meter assembly with TFT monochrome multi-information display shows a welcome message when the ignition switch is turned to ON and shows a farewell message when the ignition switch is turned off.

        A004M62E01
        Text in Illustration
        *a Ignition Switch ON *b Ignition Switch Off
        *c The illustrations shown are examples only. The illustrations may differ from the actual vehicle screen. - -

    3. Multi-information Display


      1. The multi-information display is located at the center of the combination meter assembly.

      2. The multi-information display shows the following information.

        Models with Optitron Type Combination Meter Assembly with TFT Color Multi-information Display
        Item Outline
        Outside Temperature

        • The outside temperature is displayed.

        • When the outside temperature drops below 3°C, an ice warning light illuminates to warn the driver to drive with caution due to icy road conditions. After the ice warning light flashes 10 times, the light stays on. When the temperature reaches 5°C, the light goes off.
        Indicator/Warning Light

        When the display conditions are met, the following indicator lights illuminate:


        • Cruise Control Indicator Light

        • Cruise SET Indicator Light

        • Stop and Start Indicator Light

        • Stop and Start Cancel Indicator Light
        Information

        The following information can be displayed on the multi-information display by switching the tabs:


        • Drive Information

        • Navigation Information

        • Audio Information

        • Driving Assist System Information

        • Warning Message

        • Settings

        The tab can be switched using the right/left switch in the steering pad switch assembly.
        Vehicle Power Source State

        • The vehicle power source state is displayed.

        • The following indicator light is displayed on the multi-information display:


          • Key Warning Light
        Stop and Start System State The stop and start system operating time is displayed.
        ODO/TRIP Meter

        • The odometer, trip meter A or trip meter B is displayed.

        • The item shown can be switched by pressing the TRIP switch.
        Light Control Rheostat Meter panel luminance can be changed.
        Models with Optitron Type Combination Meter Assembly with TFT Monochrome Multi-information Display
        Item Outline
        Outside Temperature

        • The outside temperature is displayed.

        • When the outside temperature drops below 3°C, an ice warning light illuminates to warn the driver to drive with caution due to icy road conditions. After the ice warning light flashes 10 times, the light stays on. When the temperature reaches 5°C, the light goes off.
        Indicator/Warning Light

        When the indicator illumination conditions are met, the indicator lights are displayed on the multi-information display. The following indicator lights are displayed on the multi-information display.


        • Stop and Start Indicator Light

        • Cruise Control Indicator Light*1

        • Cruise Control SET Indicator Light*1

        • Charge Warning Light

        • Door Open Warning Light

        • Entry and Start System Indicator Light*2

        • ODO/TRIP Meter

        • Stop and Start Operation Time After Engine Start-up

        • Total Stop and Start Operation Time

        • Meter Panel Luminance Adjustment*3

        • The odometer, trip meter A, trip meter B, stop and start operation time after engine start-up, total stop and start operation time and meter panel luminance adjustment mode display are displayed.

        • The item shown can be switched by pressing the TRIP switch.
        Cruise Information

        The following information items can be displayed. The item shown can be switched by pressing the DISP switch.


        • Average Fuel Consumption/Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

        • Cruising Range

        • Average Vehicle Speed after Engine Start-up

        • Driving Time after Engine Start-up

        • Setting
        Warning Message A warning display will interrupt the multi-information display immediately when a warning occurs.

        Tech Tips

        *1: Models with cruise control system

        *2: Models with entry and start system

        *3: When the taillights are on

  3. PRECAUTION


    1. Ignition Switch Expressions


      1. The type of ignition switch used on this model differs depending on the specifications of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.

        Expression Ignition Switch (Position) Engine Switch (Condition)
        Ignition Switch off LOCK Off (Lock)
        Ignition Switch ACC ACC On (ACC)
        Ignition Switch ON ON On (IG)
        Engine Start START On (Start)