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2001 Lexus RX 300 Base 4dr SUV

2001 Lexus RX 300
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door SUV, Mid-Size Station Wgn
19 mpg city / 23 mpg hwy
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July 19, 2012, 4:24 am

Melissa S
 

Question: Dashboard lights on...

We have a 2003 Lexus RX300. It has approx 95000 miles. We just bought used in May 2012 and had it checked out by our regular mechanic.

This morning the TRAC OFF light, VSC and engine all come on when egnition was turned on and they all stayed on. We were planning on traveling out of town soon and wondered what this could be?
Really appreciate your input on this issue.

Thanks in advance!


July 23, 2012, 6:59 pm

Ron W
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When battery voltage gets low, all sorts of strange things happen, including multiple dash lights illuminating.

You'll have to test the battery and charging systems before you go any further. Your problem may be as simple as a bad battery.


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