Information And Message Center: Overview
A new instrument cluster is introduced where in addition to the larger speedometer and tachometer gauges the cluster also incorporates a TFT (Thin Film Transistor) 5" high-definition display unit.
Instrument Cluster Overview
| Item Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tachometer |
| 2 | Clock |
| 3 | Message center |
| 4 | External temperature |
| 5 | Speedometer |
| 6 | Fuel gauge |
| 7 | Total distance odometer and trip recorder |
| 8 | Gear selector position display |
| 9 | Engine temperature gauge |
The TFT display incorporates a 'Message Center' that communicates vehicle information and status data to the driver. Menus displayed in the message center allow access to a number of vehicle functions through the guidance of the message center menus. The driver operates the message center using the 'menu control' located on the right-hand-side of the steering wheel.
The instrument cluster also features a number of warning indicators, where in addition to those located within the speedometer and tachometer gauges, another six indicators are positioned within the TFT unit above the message center. Refer to the 'Instrument Cluster' section for further information.
The TFT display unit comprises three distinct areas, as shown below:
Thin Film Transistor Display Unit
| Item Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Warning Indicators - this area is fixed and cannot be overwritten |
| 2 | Message Center - this area can be overwritten by other information |
| 3 | Gear Selection and Digital Speedometer Display - this area is fixed and cannot be overwritten |