Lexus NX300h Owner's Manual
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Vehicle status
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Before driving
Driving
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(Main topics: Child seat, theft deterrent system)
Reading driving-related information
(Main topics: Meters, multi-information display)
Opening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving
(Main topics: Keys, doors, seats)
Operations and advice which are necessary for driving
(Main topics: Starting hybrid system, refueling)
Usage of the interior features
(Main topics: Air conditioner, storage features)
Caring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
(Main topics: Interior and exterior, light bulbs)
What to do in case of malfunction and emergency
(Main topics: Battery discharge, flat tire)
Vehicle specifications, customizable features
(Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure)
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt,
SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian
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  • Page 1 Vehicle specifications, customizable features specifications (Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure) Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt, For owners SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners Search by symptom Index Search alphabetically LEXUS NX300h Owners Manual_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof Alarm............71 Power windows ......144 Vehicle status information and Moon roof........indicators 2-1. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators..74 Gauges and meters ....... Multi-information display..... Head-up display ......Energy monitor/fuel consumption screen ..........LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4-5. Using the driving support systems Driving Lexus Safety System+ ....PCS (Pre-Collision System) ... 4-1. Before driving LDA (Lane Departure Alert with Driving the vehicle......150 steering control)......Cargo and luggage...... Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range......217...
  • Page 4: Hybrid Vehicle Driving Tips

    Compass..........303 Emergency flashers ....Lexus Enform Safety Connect306 If your vehicle has to be stopped in Lexus Enform Remote ....an emergency ......Lexus Enform Service Connect 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency ............If your vehicle needs to be towed Maintenance and care ............
  • Page 5 ........... Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)....SRS airbag instructions for Cana- dian owners (in French)..Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in French)441 Index What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............Alphabetical Index....... LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 6: For Your Information

    For your information age they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Lexus Main Owner’s Manual vehicle. Please note that this manual applies to This vehicle should not be modified all models and explains all equipment, with non-genuine Lexus products.
  • Page 7: Remote Touch

     Usage of data collected through sophisticated computers that will Lexus Enform (U.S. mainland only) record certain data, such as: If your Lexus has Lexus Enform and if you • Engine speed have subscribed to those services, please • Electric motor speed (traction...
  • Page 8  Disclosure of the EDR data tensioners, and wireless remote Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in control batteries. an EDR to a third party except when: • An agreement from the vehicle’s owner...
  • Page 9 In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 10: Reading This Manual

    Indicates the component or Indicates operating or working procedures. Fol- position being explained. low the steps in numeri- cal order. Means Do not, Do not do this, or Do not let this hap- pen. Symbols in illustrations LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 11: How To Search

     Alphabetical index: →P.447 Searching by installation position ■  Pictorial index: →P.12 Searching by symptom or sound ■  What to do if... (Troubleshooting): →P.444 Searching by title ■  Table of contents: →P.2 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 12: Pictorial Index

    Pictorial index Pictorial index ■Exterior The shape of the headlights may differ depending on the grade, etc. Side doors........................P.106 Locking/unlocking ......................P.106 Opening/closing the side windows ................P.144 Locking/unlocking by using the mechanical key ..........P.387 Warning messages ......................P.374 Back door ........................P.110 Opening from inside the cabin ..................P.113 Opening from outside ....................P.111, 113...
  • Page 13 (Replacing method: P.353, Watts: P.407) Headlights.........................P.183 Parking lights/daytime running lights...............P.183 Fog lights........................P.189 Turn signal lights...................... P.176 Tail lights ........................P.183 License plate lights ....................P.183 Back-up light Shifting the shift lever to R....................P.173 Side marker lights ....................P.183 : If equipped LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 14: Instrument Panel

    When the shift lever does not move ................P.174 Meters..........................P.79 Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel light........P.79 Warning lights/indicator lights ..................P.74 When the warning lights come on................P.365 Multi-information display ..................P.85 Display............................P.85 Energy monitor........................P.94 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 15 ..................... P.134 Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever ..........P.139 Adjustment ........................... P.139 Air conditioning system ..................P.268 Usage.............................P.268 Rear window defogger....................P.269 Audio system : If equipped : Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 16 BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch ............P.241 Power back door switch ..................P.111 Heated steering wheel switch .................P.276 *1, 2 Camera switch Rear seat operations switch ................P.130 : If equipped : Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 17 Outside rear view mirror switches..............P.142 Door lock switch..................... P.108 Driving position memory switches ..............P.134 HUD (Head-up display) switches ................P.91 ASC (Active Sound Control) dial ..............P.181 : If equipped Audio remote control switches Paddle shift switches....................P.175 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 18 EV drive mode switch ..................... P.171 Driving mode select switch.................P.249 VSC off switch......................P.251 Parking brake switches................P.178, 179 Applying/releasing ....................P.178, 179 Precautions against winter season ................P.258 Warning buzzer/message.................P.369, 374 Brake hold switch....................P.180 Remote Touch......................P.264 Rear seat heater switches ..................P.276 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 19 Pictorial index : If equipped LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 20 Pictorial index ■Interior SRS airbags........................ P.32 Floor mats........................P.24 Front seats.........................P.128 Rear seats........................P.129 Head restraints......................P.137 Seat belts ........................P.26 Console box......................P.282 Inside lock buttons....................P.108 Cup holders ......................P.282 Assist grips .......................P.297 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 21 ....................P.278, 279 Personal lights......................P.279 Moon roof switches ..................... P.146 “SOS” button ......................P.306 Garage door opener switches ............... P.298 : If equipped : The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 22 Pictorial index LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 23: For Safety And Security

    Front passenger occupant classifi- cation system ........41 Safety information for children46 Child restraint systems ....Exhaust gas precautions ... 1-2. Hybrid system Hybrid system features....Hybrid system precautions ..1-3. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ..... Alarm...........71 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 24: 1-1. For Safe Use

    Fix vehicles, even if they are Lexus Genu- ine floor mats. them securely in place onto the carpet. Insert the retaining hooks (clips) ●...
  • Page 25: For Safe Driving

    Use a child restraint system appropri- ate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (→P.47) Adjusting the mirrors Make sure that you can see the rear of LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 26: Seat Belts

    Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt for more than one person at once, includ- ing children. Lexus recommends that children be ● seated in the rear seat and always use a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system.
  • Page 27 ● Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the seat belts. Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Lexus dealer. Inap- propriate handling may lead to incor- rect operation. Correct use of the seat belts ■...
  • Page 28 This helps prevent damage to the vehicle securely because they are not long enough, interior and the extender itself. a personalized seat belt extender is avail- able from your Lexus dealer free of charge. Fastening and releasing the seat belt (except for the rear center seat) WARNING ■...
  • Page 29: Rear Center Seat

    Plate A Plate B When fixing the belt, in the order of plate A and then plate B, insert the LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 30 ■ Automatic locking retractor (ALR) When a passenger’s shoulder belt is com- pletely extended and then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 31 SRS warning light will come on. In that The pretensioners help the seat belts to case, the seat belt cannot be used quickly restrain the occupants by again and must be replaced at your Lexus dealer. retracting the seat belts when the vehi- LEXUS NX300h Owners...
  • Page 32: Srs Airbags

    Can help provide driver protection SRS seat cushion airbag Can help restrain the front passenger. SRS side and curtain shield airbags  SRS side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants SRS curtain shield airbags LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 33 Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner and force limiter Passenger seat cushion airbag Driver’s seat position sensor Driver knee airbag Driver’s seat belt buckle switch Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch Front impact sensors Airbag sensor assembly LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 34 The windshield may crack. ● passenger seat will not operate if the ● For Lexus Enform Safety Connect sub- occupant is not wearing a seat belt. scribers, if the SRS airbags deploy or in ■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS...
  • Page 35 Vehicle rollover ● speed frontal collision. ● Collision from the rear Pitching end over end ● LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 36 ● face is scratched, cracked, or otherwise In the following cases, the vehicle will damaged. require inspection and/or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Any of the SRS airbags have been ● inflated. ● The front of the vehicle is damaged or...
  • Page 37 The seat should be adjusted as recom- mended by NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 38 ● Do not allow anyone to kneel on the Lexus strongly recommends that all passenger seat toward the door or put infants and children be placed in the their head or hands outside the vehi- rear seats of the vehicle and properly cle.
  • Page 39 ● Do not hang coat hangers or other replaced by your Lexus dealer. hard objects on the coat hooks. All of these items could become projectiles ● Do not place anything, such as a cush- and may cause death or serious injury, ion, on the front passenger’s seat.
  • Page 40: Front Passenger Occupant Classifi- Cation System

    Modification and disposal of SRS air- ■ bag system components Do not dispose of your vehicle or per- form any of the following modifications without consulting your Lexus dealer. The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury. ●...
  • Page 41: Front Passenger Occupant Classification System

    SRS warning light Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light For the U.S.A.  “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light “AIR BAG ON” indicator light For Canada  “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light “AIR BAG ON” indicator light LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 42 Side airbag on the front passenger seat Activated Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger Devices side Seat cushion airbag in the front passenger Deactivated or acti- *2, 4 side vated Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner and Activated force limiter LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 43 Side airbag on the front passenger seat Activated Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Devices Seat cushion airbag in the front passenger Deactivated side Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner and Activated force limiter LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 44 (→P.50) : In case the indicator light is not illuminated, consult this manual on how to install the child restraint system properly. (→P.47) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 45 In this case, contact your Lexus dealer immediately. ● Do not put objects under the front pas- senger seat.
  • Page 46: Safety Information For Children

    (if equipped) or other fea- tures of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 47: Child Restraint Systems

    Points to remember: →P.47 child. Child restraint system: →P.49 Lexus strongly urges the use of a ● proper child restraint system that con- When using a child restraint system on forms to the size of the child, installed a passenger seat: →P.50...
  • Page 48 Do not store the child restraint system unsecured in the passenger compartment. If it is necessary to detach the child ● restraint system, remove it from the vehicle or store it securely in the lug- gage compartment. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 49 Confirm with the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system about the installation of the child restraint system. Installation method Page Seat belt attachment P.51 Child restraint LATCH anchors P.55 attachment Anchor brackets (for top tether strap) P.57 attachment LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 50 “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. If the head restraint interferes with the child restraint system installation and the head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 51 Rear-facing — Infant seat/convert- ■ ible seat Adjust the seatback If there is a gap between the child seat and the seatback, adjust the seatback until good contact is achieved. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 52 (→P.137) mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended. While pushing the child restraint system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 53 In lock mode, the belt cannot system, and the head restraint can be extended. be removed, remove the head restraint. (→P.137) While pushing the child restraint system into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 54 Make sure that the belt is not twisted. Check that the shoulder belt is correctly positioned over the child’s shoulder and that the lap belt is as low as possible. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 55 Installation with LATCH system ■ tion. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation manual LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 56 The symbol on a child restraint system indi- cates the presence of a lower connec- onto the LATCH anchors. tor system. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indi- cates the presence of a lower connec- tor system. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 57 Anchor brackets (for top tether ■ This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE strap) J1819. Anchor brackets are provided for each rear seat. Use anchor brackets when fixing the top tether strap. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 58 Make sure the top tether strap is securely LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 59 ● After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat. ● Follow all installation instructions pro- vided by the child restraint system manufacturer. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 60: Exhaust Gas Precautions

    Keep the back door closed. ● If you smell exhaust gases in the vehi- cle even when the back door is closed, open the windows and have the vehi- cle inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. ■ When parking ●...
  • Page 61: Hybrid System

    (traction motor) drives battery (traction battery) is not being the vehicle. At slow speeds or when charged. When the vehicle is stopped, traveling down a gentle slope, the always put the shift lever to P. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 62 (traction battery) becomes fully with the recharging of the hybrid battery discharged and you are unable to start the (traction battery). hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer. ● The accelerator pedal is released while ■ Charging the 12-volt battery driving with the shift lever in D or S.
  • Page 63 Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents under the rear seats. Maintenance, repair, recycling, and dis- ■ posal Contact your Lexus dealer regarding main- tenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself. Customization ■...
  • Page 64: Hybrid System Precautions

    Running out of fuel ■ vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 65 Using even a voltage. Be careful of both the high small amount of water may be danger- voltage and the high temperature, and ous. always obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 66 This must be disposed of by your Lexus may cause a fire. (→P.360) dealer or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery is not disposed of ●...
  • Page 67 When the filter remains noticeably dirty even after cleaning the air intake vent, filter cleaning or replacement is recommended. When cleaning or replacing the filter, contact your Lexus dealer. When “Maintenance Required for Traction battery cooling parts at your dealer” is shown on the multi-informa- tion display, the filter may be clogged.
  • Page 68 12-volt bat- tery is disconnected The hybrid system may not start. In this case, try to start the system again. If the “READY” indicator does not come on, con- tact your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu-...
  • Page 69: Theft Deterrent System

    The indicator light stops flashing after tem (key with a built-in transponder chip) the power switch has been turned to of another vehicle ■ Certification for the immobilizer system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.  LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 70 NOTICE ■ To ensure the system operates cor- rectly Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper opera- tion of the system cannot be guaranteed. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 71: Alarm

    The system will be set auto- matically after 30 seconds. The 12-volt battery is recharged or ● The indicator light changes from being on replaced when the vehicle is locked. (→P.392) to flashing when the system is set. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 72 When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery. NOTICE ■ To ensure the system operates cor- rectly Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper opera- tion of the system cannot be guaranteed. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 73: Vehicle Status Information And Indicators

    Vehicle status information and indicators 2-1. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators. Gauges and meters ....Multi-information display..Head-up display ......Energy monitor/fuel consumption screen ..........LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 74: Warning Lights And Indicators

    Instrument cluster For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all warning lights and indicators illuminated. The units used on the meter and some indicators may differ depending on the tar- get region. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 75 ON mode to indi- Electric power steering sys- cate that a system check is being per- tem warning light (→P.367) formed. They will turn off after the (Yellow) hybrid system is on, or after a few sec- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 76 (→P.186) serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected (if equipped) by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs. Fog light indicator (→P.189) “READY” indicator (→P.150) EV indicator (→P.62) EV drive mode indicator (→P.171)
  • Page 77 *1, 4 PKSB OFF indicator turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by (→P.232) your Lexus dealer. (if equipped) : This light illuminates on the multi-infor- *1, 3 Slip indicator light mation display.
  • Page 78 2-1. Instrument cluster by your Lexus dealer. : This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors. : This light illuminates on the center panel. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 79: Gauges And Meters

    When in Normal mode, the background color is Black. Clock Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the instrument panel. (→P.288) Multi-information display Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (→P.85) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 80 The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute Outside temperature Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C). Low LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 81 Maintenance required information: Displays the remaining distance until the engine oil should be changed. • Displays the maintenance required information when the power switch is ON mode. • It can be reset on of the multi-information display. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 82 ● When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. The gasoline engine will automatically Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. stop and restart under various condi- Pop-up display ■ tions. In some situations, a pop-up display will be...
  • Page 83 Temp High” or “Hybrid System Overheated” is shown on the multi- information display. In this case, imme- diately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine or hybrid system after it has cooled completely. (→P.394) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 84 ■ The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be adjusted individually. However, when the surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail lights will not change the LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 85: Multi-Information Display

    Press and hold: Registers the currently displayed ■ Liquid crystal display screen to →P.82 The registration confirmation screen is dis- played. If the selected screen cannot be registered, a registration failure message will be shown. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 86: Drive Information

    Departure Alert with steering control) • This distance is computed based on your system. The display is enabled when average fuel consumption. As a result, the operating conditions of the vehicle LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 87  Alert sensitivity Driving assist system information Select to set the warning sensitivity.  Sway warning Select to display the operational status Select to enable/disable the vehicle sway of the following systems: LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 88 Select to switch between 12-hour dis- fuel consumption. play and 24-hour display. EV Indicator (→P.62)  Vehicle Settings ■ Select to set the EV indicator on/off. PBD (Power Back Door)  Switch settings (→P.85)  (→P.110) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 89 Hybrid System Indicator to automati- cally change according to the driving mode or static.  Initialization Select to reset the meter display settings. Intuitive parking assist (if equipped) Automatically displayed when the sys- tem is used. (→P.227) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 90: Head-Up Display

    In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 91 OFF→ON (MPH) → ON (km/  Vehicle speed h)→OFF  Hybrid System Indicator (→P.93) Canada   Tachometer OFF→ON (km/h)→ON (MPH)→OFF  Shift position and shift range Displays the selected shift position or selected shift range (→P.173) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 92 However, the brightness can also be manually adjusted in 9 stages. Brighter Head-up display ■ Darker When the head-up display is turned off, it will not display anything until it is turned on again. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 93 When the vehicle approaches an inter- section, the route guidance will start and the distance to the intersection will also be displayed. : The distance indication will disappear when the vehicle passes through the intersection. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 94: Screen

    ■ When the 12-volt battery is discon- nected The customize settings of the head-up dis- play will be reset. Multi-information display Navigation/multimedia system dis- play “DISP” switch/Meter control switches “MENU” button Touchpad LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 95 When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor) Navigation/multimedia system display Multi-information display When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine Navigation/multimedia system display Multi-information display LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 96 These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. Hybrid battery (traction battery) Multi-information display ■  status Navigation/multimedia system dis-  play High These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. High LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 97 ON mode. Use the displayed average Resetting the data ■ fuel consumption as a reference. The fuel consumption data can be deleted by selecting “Clear”. The image is an example only, and may LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 98 Displayed content is the same as that dis- Trip information (type B) played on the multi-information display. ■ (→P.95) Displays the cruising range, latest fuel consumption and the amount of time elapsed since the hybrid system was started. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 99 2-1. Instrument cluster The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 100 2-1. Instrument cluster LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 101: Before Driving

    Driving position memory ..Head restraints......3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors Steering wheel......Inside rear view mirror.....140 Outside rear view mirrors..3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof Power windows......Moon roof ........LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 102: 3-1. Key Information

    Key types facing the Lexus emblem. The following keys are provided with the vehicle. ● The card key is not waterproof.
  • Page 103 Take your vehicle with all the electronic • Recharging cellular phones or cordless keys provided with your vehicle, includ- phones ing the card key, to your Lexus dealer. • Induction cookers • Table lamps ■ When an electronic key is lost ■...
  • Page 104 If the : If equipped electronic key battery is depleted or the : This setting must be customized at your entry function does not operate properly, Lexus dealer. you will need the mechanical key. (→P.387) Theft deterrent panic mode ■...
  • Page 105 If it is still difficult to pull it out, use a coin, etc. ● To store the mechanical key in the card key, insert it while pressing the release button. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 106: 3-2. Opening, Closing And Locking The Doors

    Press and hold to open the windows and *1, 2 moon roof : If equipped : This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer. Switching the door unlock function ■ It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks using the wireless remote Grip the driver’s door handle to...
  • Page 107 Impact detection door lock release sys- In the event that the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, all the doors are unlocked. Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, however, the system may LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 108 Unlocks all the doors doors, as the doors may be opened even if the inside lock buttons are in locked position. ● Set the rear door child-protector locks when children are seated in the rear seats. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 109 Push down on each rear door switch to lock both rear doors. Automatic door locking and unlocking ■ systems The following functions can be set or can- celed: For instructions on customizing, refer to P.420. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 110: Back Door

    Make sure that the back door is child’s hands, head, or neck to be secured before using the luggage caught by the closing back door. compartment. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 111 →P.108 opened, causing someone’s hands, head or neck to be caught and injured. When installing an accessory part to Opening/closing the back door the back door, using a genuine Lexus (vehicles without power back part is recommended. door) Open ■...
  • Page 112 Do not attach any accessories other ● shown in the illustration. than genuine Lexus parts to the back door. Do not place your hand on the damper ● stay or apply lateral forces to it.
  • Page 113 When the back door is unlocked: Press the lock simultaneously and operation signals back door opener switch. will indicate that all of the doors have been When the back door is locked: While car- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 114 When the power switch is in ON mode, ● in addition to the above for the opening While carrying an electronic key, operations, the back door operates for put your foot within 3.94 in. (100 any of the following conditions: LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 115 Close & lock function ■ range or disable the kick sensor operation. When the power back door is open, this When water is applied to the lower cen- ● LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 116 When the vehicle has been parked for a ● while near objects that may move and contact the lower center part of the rear bumper, such as grass or trees LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 117 When installing an acces- of your belongings to get caught. sory part to the back door, using a genuine Lexus part is recommended. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu-...
  • Page 118 When attaching, ask your Check the safety of the surrounding ● Lexus dealer for details. area to make sure there are no obsta- cles or anything that could cause any ● Do not place your hand on the spindle of your belongings to get caught.
  • Page 119 (vehicles with power If it does not operate, have the vehicle back door) inspected by your Lexus dealer. ● Do not apply coatings that have a rain ON (operate) and OFF (stop) can be clearing (hydrophilic) effect, or other switched between by the “settings dis-...
  • Page 120 Adjusting the open position of kick sensor) the back door (vehicles with power back door) ON (enable) and OFF (disable) can be switched between by the “settings dis- The open position of the power back LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 121 When setting the open position of the ■ back door by the navigation system or multimedia system The opening position can be set with the navigation system or multimedia system. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 122: Smart Access System With Push-Button Start

    Antenna inside the luggage compart- made to lock the doors and lock the ment vehicle while a door doors again. was open. Antenna outside the luggage compart- ment When an Interior alarm pings repeatedly ● LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 123 ■ Conditions affecting operation The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer The smart access system with push-button immediately. start, wireless remote control and immobi- lizer system use weak radio waves. In the ■...
  • Page 124 If there is another electronic key in the ● The doors may unlock if a large amount ● detection area, it may take slightly longer of water splashes on the door handle, LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 125 ● Stopping the hybrid system: →P.170 go off accidentally, or the door lock preven- tion may not operate.) Certification for the smart access system with push-button start ■ For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.  LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 126 3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors For vehicles sold in Canada  LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 127 Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such medi- cal devices. Ask your Lexus dealer for details on dis- abling the entry function. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu-...
  • Page 128: 3-3. Adjusting The Seats

    Seatback angle adjustment switch Lumbar support adjustment switch (for driver’s side) Power easy access system ■ The driver’s seat and steering wheel move in accordance with power switch mode and the driver’s seat belt condition. (→P.134) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 129: Rear Seats

    WARNING ■ When operating the seatback Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause death or seri- ous injury. Keep other passengers from being hit ● Reclining adjustment with the seatback. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 130 Stow the rear center seat belt and seat belt buckles. (→P.30) Lower the head restraint of the rear seat. (→P.137) Folding down rear seatbacks (man- ■ ual seat) Pull the seatback angle adjustment lever and fold down the seatback. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 131 Raise the rear seatback until it locks. Rear seat switch  Check that the plate for the seat belt is on the front side of the seat. When using the seat belt for the rear cen- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 132 • Parking brake is engaged When operating the instrument panel ● switch or luggage compartment switch: • The brake pedal is depressed The seatback position is within the • The shift lever is in P LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 133 Jam protection function (vehicles with power seat) Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause death or seri- ous injury. ● Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protec- tion function. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 134: Driving Position Memory

    • The shift lever has been shifted to P. • The power switch has been turned off. • The driver’s seat belt has been unfastened. When any of the following has been performed, the driver’s seat and steer- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 135 Record your driving position to button “1”, “2” or “3” before performing the following: Carry only the key you want to register, and then close the driver’s door. If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 136 The unlock door settings of the memory (either lock or unlock) until the recall function can be customized. (Cus- buzzer sounds twice. tomizable features: →P.419) If it could not be canceled, the buzzer sounds continuously for approximately 3 seconds. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 137: Head Restraints

    Push the head restraint down while press- If the head restraint touches the ceiling, ing the lock release button making the removal difficult, change the seat height or angle. (→P.128, 129) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 138 3-3. Adjusting the seats Installing the head restraints Align the head restraint with the instal- lation holes and push it down to the lock position. Press and hold the lock release button when lowering the head restraint. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 139: 3-4. Adjusting The Steering Wheel And Mirrors

    (manual type) Operating the switch moves the steer- Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. ing wheel in the following directions: The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 140: Inside Rear View Mirror

    Anti-glare function Responding to the level of brightness of the headlights of vehicles behind, the reflected light is automatically reduced. Type A  Changing automatic anti-glare func- tion mode on/off LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 141 ON mode. Pressing the button turns the function to OFF mode. (The indicator also turns off.) To prevent sensor error ■ To ensure that the sensors operate properly, do not touch or cover them. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 142: Outside Rear View Mirrors

    (vehicles with driving position memory) Left When the mirror select switch is in the “L” Right or “R” position, the outside rear view mir- rors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle is reversing in order to LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 143 Putting the outside rear view mirror folding switch in the neutral position sets the mir- rors to automatic mode. Automatic mode allows the folding or extending of the mir- rors to be linked to locking/unlocking of the doors. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 144: 3-5. Opening, Closing The Windows And Moon Roof

    If you release the switch while the window is stopped and the window is opened slightly. moving, start again from the beginning. If the window reverses and cannot be fully LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 145 3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof closed or opened, have the vehicle ● When using the wireless remote con- inspected by your Lexus dealer. trol or mechanical key and operating the power windows, operate the ■ Door lock linked window operation...
  • Page 146: Moon Roof

    Close Press and hold the “CLOSE” switch. The moon roof fully closes automatically. : Lightly press either end of the moon roof open/close switch to stop the moon roof while it is operating. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 147 If an object is detected between the moon rectly, have the vehicle inspected by your roof and the frame while the moon roof is Lexus dealer. closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly. When the moon roof does not move ■...
  • Page 148 There mentioned operations, have the vehicle may be accidental operation, due to inspected by your Lexus dealer. mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident. Moon roof open warning buzzer ■...
  • Page 149: Driving

    Driving 4-5. Using the driving support sys- 4-1. Before driving tems Driving the vehicle.....150 Lexus Safety System+ ....Cargo and luggage....PCS (Pre-Collision System) Vehicle load limits......158 LDA (Lane Departure Alert with Trailer towing (vehicles with tow- steering control)...... ing package)......
  • Page 150: 4-1. Before Driving

    When the accelerator and brake pedals Press the power switch to stop the are depressed at the same time, the hybrid system output may be restrained. hybrid system. A warning message is displayed on the ● LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 151 Make sure to operate the pedals properly. Breaking in your new Lexus ■ • Make sure to keep a correct driving To extend the life of the vehicle, observing...
  • Page 152 Do not shift the shift lever to R while ● the vehicle is moving forward. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle con- trol. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 153 Have the brake pads checked and • Soft drink cans may fracture, causing replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as the contents to spray over the interior possible. Rotor damage may result if the of the vehicle, and may also cause a pads are not replaced when needed.
  • Page 154 Also, the brak- wheel firmly and gradually depress the ing distance will increase. Have your brake pedal to slow down the vehicle. brakes fixed immediately. It may be difficult to control your vehi- ● cle. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 155: Cargo And Luggage

    Lexus dealer check the fol- items hitting the driver or passengers, lowing: possibly causing an accident.
  • Page 156 Capacity and distribution (→P.158) Cargo capacity depends on the total Vehicles without towing package: weight of the occupants. Lexus does not recommend towing a LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 157: Cargo And Luggage

    C lb. (kg) as follows: lb. (kg) − A lb. (kg) = C lb. (kg) : A = Weight of people : B = Total load capacity LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 158: Vehicle Load Limits

    (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow. TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) (vehi- ■ cles without towing package) Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Cargo capacity ■ Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants.
  • Page 159: Trailer Towing (Vehicles With Towing Package)

    ● The trailer is level when it is hitched. Lexus warranties do not apply to Do not drive if the trailer is not level, and check for improper tongue weight, over- damage or malfunction caused by...
  • Page 160 Do not exceed the trailer hitch assem- If you cannot find any problems, the speed bly weight, gross vehicle weight, gross at which trailer swaying occurred is beyond axle weight and trailer tongue weight the limit of your particular vehicle-trailer capacities. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 161 When installing a trailer hitch ● ■ control system when trailer towing. Use only the position recommended by your Lexus dealer. Do not install the ● Slow down and downshift before trailer hitch on the bumper; this may descending steep or long downhill cause body damage.
  • Page 162: Package

    (→P.163) weight. The gross trailer weight is the sum of the trailer weight and the weight of the cargo in the trailer. TWR is calculated assuming base vehi- cle with one driver, one front passen- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 163 GCWR, TWR and Unbraked Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehi- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 164 Positions for towing hitch Trailer hitch assemblies have different receiver and hitch ball weight capacities. Lexus recommends the use of Lexus hitch/bracket for your vehicle. For details, contact your Lexus dealer.  If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Lexus dealer.
  • Page 165  Avoid sudden braking as you may  Lexus recommends that the vehicle- trailer speed limit is 65 mph (104 skid, resulting in the trailer jackknif- km/h) on a flat, straight, dry road.
  • Page 166 Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do so only after per- forming the following: Apply the brakes and keep them applied. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and trailer’s wheels. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 167: Trailer Towing (Vehicles Without Towing Package)

    Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus ground) behind a motor home. also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheel- chair, scooter, bicycle, etc.
  • Page 168: 4-2. Driving Procedures

    The immobilizer system may not have ● modes. been deactivated. (→P.69) Contact your Lexus dealer. Check that the shift lever is securely set in ● Starting the hybrid system P. The hybrid system may not start if the shift lever is displaced out of P.
  • Page 169: 4-2. Driving Procedures

    Symptoms indicating a malfunction ■ the proper procedures for starting the vehi- with the power switch cle, contact your Lexus dealer immediately. If the power switch seems to be operat- If the hybrid system is malfunctioning ■ ing somewhat differently than usual, such →P.67...
  • Page 170: 4-2. Driving Procedures

    P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely pre- vent 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 171: Ev Drive Mode

    The temperature of the hybrid system is ● high. The vehicle has been left in the sun, LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 172: 4-2. Driving Procedures

    The remaining battery level indicated in the “Energy Monitor” display is low. (→P.95) Vehicle speed is high. ● ● The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill, etc. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 173: Hybrid Transmission

    Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking, engine braking will not activate because dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range will not be canceled. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 174: 4-2. Driving Procedures

    Have the Selecting the driving mode vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an →P.249...
  • Page 175: 4-2. Driving Procedures

    When the “-” paddle shift switch is oper- ■ ated with the shift lever in the D position Upshifting A shift range will be automatically selected. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 176: Turn Signal Lever

    The power switch is in ON mode. ■ If the indicator flashes faster than usual Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out. Customization ■ →P.425 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 177: Parking Brake

    15 seconds. check the warning messages. ● When the power switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking brake indicator light and parking brake lamp will stay on for about 15 seconds. This LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 178  When the shift lever is moved into P, performance and increase brake wear. Have the vehicle inspected by contact the parking brake will be set, and the your Lexus dealer immediately if this parking brake indicator light and occurs. parking brake lamp turn on.
  • Page 179: 4-2. Driving Procedures

    Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal. Make sure that the parking brake indicator light and parking brake lamp turn off. If the parking brake indicator light and parking brake lamp flashes, operate the switch again. (→P.369) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 180: Brake Hold

    The driver is not wearing the seat belt. The system may be malfunctioning. Have If any of the conditions above are detected the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. when the brake hold system is enabled, the Warning messages and buzzers ■...
  • Page 181: Asc (Active Sound Control)

    When the dial is turned to the lowest volume, the ASC system will be turned off and the indicator will go off. ■ Operating conditions When the driving mode select switch is not LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 182 Eco mode or EV drive mode. ■ Temporary cancelation of the ASC sys- tem functions The ASC system may be temporarily can- celed depending on the driving conditions, such as when the tires slip due to sudden acceleration. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 183: Operating The Lights And Wipers

    (when the power running lights) turn on. switch is in ON mode). The headlights, daytime run- The daytime running lights ning lights (→P.184) and all the turn on. (→P.184) lights listed above turn on and off LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 184 12-volt battery sav- ing function will operate and automatically turn off all the lights after approximately 20 minutes. When the power switch is turned to ON mode, the 12-volt battery-saving function will be disabled. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 185 AFS operates at speeds of 6 mph (10 km/ Pull the lever toward you and h) or higher. release it to flash the high beams once. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 186: Automatic High Beam

    ● The following factors may affect the amount of time taken to turn high beam on or off: • The brightness of headlights, fog lights, LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 187 • The back of a vehicle ahead is highly sensor will mistake items reflected in reflective, such as a container on a truck. the windshield for streetlights, the • The vehicle’s headlights are damaged or headlights of other vehicles, etc. dirty. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 188 Do not overload the vehicle. ● Do not modify the vehicle. Do not replace windshield with non- ● genuine windshield. Contact your Lexus dealer. Changing to manual control mode Switching to low beam ■ Pull the lever to original position.
  • Page 189: Fog Light Switch

    The headlights are on in low beam. Intermittent operation NOTICE ■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge Low speed operation Do not leave the lights on longer than High speed operation necessary when the hybrid system is off. Temporary operation LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 190 After this, the headlight cleaners will operate every 5th time the lever is pulled. Increases the intermittent wind- shield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent wind- shield wiper frequency LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 191 Vehicles with headlight cleaners: When the headlights are on and the lever is pulled and held, the headlight cleaners will operate once. After this, the headlight cleaners will operate every 5th time the lever is pulled. Rain-sensing operation LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 192 Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain- sensing windshield wipers) The raindrop sensor judges the amount ● of raindrops. An optical sensor is adopted. It may not operate properly when sunlight from the rising or setting of the sun intermittently LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 193 When a nozzle becomes blocked ● If the wiper switch is turned to the In this case, contact your Lexus dealer. “AUTO” position while the power switch Do not try to clear it with a pin or other is in ON mode, the wipers will operate object.
  • Page 194: Rear Window Wiper And Washer

    The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. The rear window wiper and washer can ■ be operated when The power switch is in ON mode. Washer/wiper dual operation The wipers will automatically operate a LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 195 Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat. ■ When a nozzle becomes blocked In this case, contact your Lexus dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. ■...
  • Page 196: Refueling

    Push inward and take your hand away to ● Do not allow anyone that has not dis- slightly open the fuel filler door. Then open charged static electricity from their body to come close to an open fuel tank. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 197: 4-4. Refueling

    When replacing the fuel tank cap ■ Closing the fuel tank cap Do not use anything but a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle. After refueling, turn the fuel tank Doing so may cause a fire or other inci- cap until you hear a click.
  • Page 198: 4-5. Using The Driving Support Systems

    Dynamic radar cruise control with ■  Data usage full-speed range Lexus may use the data recorded in this →P.217 computer to diagnose malfunctions, con- duct research and development, and WARNING improve quality.
  • Page 199 Observe the following precautions. strong impact, have the vehicle Otherwise, the radar sensor may not inspected by your Lexus dealer. operate properly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious ● Do not disassemble the radar sensor.
  • Page 200 (→P.269) Contact your Lexus dealer for details. If a surfboard or other long object is to ● be mounted on the roof, make sure that it will not obstruct the camera sen- sor.
  • Page 201 4-5. Using the driving support systems WARNING Do not modify the headlights or other ● lights. Certification ■ For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.  For vehicles sold in Canada  LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 202 4-5. Using the driving support systems LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 203: Pcs (Pre-Collision System)

    Do not overly rely on this system. Failure to do so may lead to an acci- dent, resulting in death or serious injury. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 204 ● When tire chains are installed wheel is turned and the system deter- mines that the driver is taking evasive action. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 205 (on/off). If the system is disabled, the PCS warn- ing light will turn on and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 206 20 and 110 mph (30 and 180 km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is ● The steering wheel is turned sharply or between approximately 20 and 50 mph abruptly. [30 and 80 km/h].) • The relative speed between your vehicle LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 207 • When rapidly closing on a vehicle ahead • If the front of the vehicle is raised or low- ered, such as when the road surface is uneven or undulating LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 208 • If a preceding vehicle has a small rear • When driving through steam or smoke end, such as an unloaded truck • When driving in a place where the sur- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 209 • When a front sensor is dirty or covered tem from operating properly: LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 210: Lda (Lane Departure Alert With Steering Control)

    The LDA system recognizes visible Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. white (yellow) lines with the camera If VSC is disabled ■...
  • Page 211 If the system detects that the steering wheel has not been operated for a fixed amount of time or the steering wheel is not being firmly gripped, a warning is displayed on the multi-information display and the warning buzzer sounds. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 212 Do not use the LDA system in the follow- the suspension etc. needs to be ing situations. replaced, contact your Lexus dealer. The system may not operate properly and lead to an accident, resulting in Do not install or place anything on the ●...
  • Page 213 LDA system is operating. Illuminated in green: Indicates that the system is not able to rec- Steering wheel assistance of the steering ognize white (yellow) lines or is temporar- control function is operating. ily canceled. Flashing in orange: LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 214 (3 m) or more. • No system malfunctions are detected. ● The vehicle is driven in an area without (→P.215) white (yellow) lines, such as in front of a tollgate or checkpoint, or at an intersec- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 215 ● The vehicle is driven on a surface that is Visit Your Dealer” inspected at bright due to reflected light, etc. your Lexus The vehicle is driven in an area where the ● dealer. brightness changes suddenly, such as at Dirt, rain, conden- the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc.
  • Page 216 If a different warning message is displayed, follow the instructions displayed on the screen. ■ Customization The following settings can be changed. Function Setting details Adjust alert sensitiv- Lane departure alert function Adjust alert type LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 217: Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range

    Use the dynamic radar cruise con- trol with full-speed range on free- ways and highways.  Vehicle-to-vehicle distance con- trol mode (→P.219)  Constant speed control mode (→P.224) System Components Display LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 218 Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. Switch the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range off using the “ON/ OFF” button when not in use. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 219 When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing ● When an approach warning buzzer is heard often Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles up to approx- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 220 Example of acceleration When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower than the set speed The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to constant speed cruising. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 221 For the U.S. mainland, Hawaii  Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h) or 1 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 222 50 mph (80 km/h). Vehicle-to-vehicle distance increases/decreases in accordance with vehicle speed. When the vehicle is stopped by system control, the vehicle stops at a certain vehicle-to-vehicle distance depending on the situation. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 223: Speed Control

    An example of this would be if another driver cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle. Depress the brake pedal to ensure an appropriate vehi- cle-to-vehicle distance. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 224 1.5 seconds or more. of S has been selected. ● Range 4 or higher of D has been selected Immediately after the “ON/OFF” button is by using the paddle shift switch. pressed, the radar cruise control indicator LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 225 Contact your Lexus dealer. the preceding vehicle. Automatic cancelation of constant ■...
  • Page 226 When your vehicle is pointing upwards ● (caused by a heavy load in the luggage compartment, etc.) When the vehicle ahead of you deceler- ● ates suddenly ● Preceding vehicle has an extremely high ground clearance LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 227: Intuitive Parking Assist

    ” or “ ” of meter con- may not function correctly due to a sen- sor malfunction, etc. Have the vehicle trol switches and select checked by your Lexus dealer. Press “ ” or “ ” of meter con- ●...
  • Page 228 (10 km/h). Front center sensor operation ● Rear corner and rear center sensors: Rear corner sensor operation • The power switch is in ON mode. • The shift lever is in R. Rear center sensor operation LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 229 • The sensor is coated with a sheet of spray When an obstacle is detected while the or heavy rain. Lexus parking assist monitor is in use, the • The vehicle is equipped with a fender warning indicator will appear in the upper pole or wireless antenna.
  • Page 230 Some functions can be customized. (→P.425) NOTICE Notes when washing the vehicle ■ Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area. Doing so may result in the sensor mal- functioning. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 231 Sensors that detect an obstacle will illu- Less than 1.0 ft. (30 cm) minate continuously or blink. : The images may differ from that shown in the illustrations. (→P.228) : Multi-information display : Navigation or multimedia system screen LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 232: Parking Support Brake Function

    The vehicle is driven at low speeds ■ beeps. and the brake pedal is not depressed, or is depressed too late ■ Customization Settings (e.g. buzzer sounds volume) can be changed. (→P.425) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 233 2 seconds, so depress the brake pedal immediately. Sensor positions and types Sensor positions and types ■ Front corner sensors Front center sensors Rear corner sensors Rear center sensors LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 234 When the Parking Support Brake func- tion. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. tion is switched OFF, system operation does not resume until the function is When using a high-pressure washer to ●...
  • Page 235 “Switch to Brake” is displayed in the multi-information display Brake Control ■ If the accelerator is continuously depressed even after the hybrid system output is being controlled, the brakes are engaged and the vehicle decelerates. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 236 • The system determined that a stronger- ● Hybrid system output restriction control than-normal brake operation was neces- • The Parking Support Brake function (for sary to avoid a collision. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 237 • The vehicle is driven on a steep slope traveling direction of the vehicle, uneven • The sensor is covered by water on a LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 238 If this message is shown even after ● removing dirt from the sensor, or shown when the sensor was not dirty to begin with, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. • The wind is strong ● System initialization may not have been LEXUS...
  • Page 239 The system may not be operating properly. ● A chassis roller, chassis dynamo, free Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus roller or similar equipment is being dealer. used for an inspection, etc. ● The vehicle is being loaded onto a ship,...
  • Page 240 Head-up dis- formed, the clearance sonar buzzer also play sounds and a notification of the approxi- mate distance to the obstacle is provided. PKSB OFF Not illuminated Indicator Buzzer Short beep LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 241: Bsm (Blind Spot Monitor)

     The Rear Cross Traffic Alert func- tion Assists the driver when backing up These functions use the same sen- sors. System components BSM main switch Pressing the switch turns the system on or LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 242 There may be a sensor malfunction or volt- rear seat. age abnormality. Have the vehicle Navigation/multimedia system inspected at a Lexus dealer. ■ Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. ...
  • Page 243 Do not modify the sensor or surround- ● ing area on the bumper. ● Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official Lexus color. ● If the radar sensor needs to be replaced, contact your Lexus dealer. The Blind Spot Monitor function...
  • Page 244 Vehicle speed is greater than approxi- ● wet with standing water during bad mately 10 mph (16 km/h). weather, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog • When multiple vehicles are approaching with only a small gap between each vehi- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 245 • When driving on roads with sharp bends, consecutive curves, or uneven surfaces • When the tires are slipping or spinning • When the distance between your vehicle and a following vehicle is short • When a bicycle carrier or other acces- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 246 Lexus parking assist monitor  A vehicle is approaching from the left or right at the rear of the vehicle The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function detection areas ■...
  • Page 247 Traffic Alert function will not detect a vehicle The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is not designed to detect the following types of vehicles and/or objects. Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, ● etc. ● Vehicles approaching from directly behind LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 248 • When a vehicle passes by the side of your vehicle • When the parking space faces a street and vehicles are being driven on the street LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 249: Driving Mode Select Switch

    When not in Eco mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the left, “Eco” indicator will be shown on the multi- information display. Sport mode LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 250: Driving Assist Systems

    Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehi- ■ etc. cle Stability Control) Provides cooperative control of the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 251 TRAC has been disabled even if not been pressed TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Lexus dealer. Sounds and vibrations caused by the ■ ABS, brake assist, VSC, Trailer Sway Control, TRAC and hill-start assist con-...
  • Page 252 After turning the TARC, Trailer Sway Con- trol and VSC systems off, the systems will be automatically re-enabled in the following situations: ● When the power switch is turned off If only the TRAC system is turned off, the ● LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 253 Directional control and power may not Contact your Lexus dealer for further be achievable while driving on slippery information when replacing tires or road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC wheels.
  • Page 254 ● immediately but very gradually to reduce speed. Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes. If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle and trailer should stabilize. (→P.250) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 255: Driving Tips

    Also, when using the air conditioning avoiding overuse of the accelerator system, etc., the hybrid battery (trac- pedal. Doing so can help control tion battery) power is consumed. excessive gasoline consumption. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 256: Highway Driving

    Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appropriate for the season. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 257: Winter Driving Tips

    Repairing or replacing snow tires ■ tires. Request repairs or replacement of snow : Tire chains cannot be mounted on the tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire 225/60R18 tires. retailers. This is because the removal and attach- WARNING ment of snow tires affects the operation...
  • Page 258 P, there may be a problem  Remove any snow or mud from the with the shift lock system. Have the vehi- bottom of your shoes before getting cle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. in the vehicle. WARNING When driving the vehicle ■...
  • Page 259: Utility Vehicle Precautions

    Therefore, the driver and all passengers should Fitting tire chains ■ always fasten their seat belts. The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when tire chains are fitted. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 260 Keep both hands and especially private property. your thumbs on the outside of the rim.  Do not enter areas that are closed. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 261 ● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and prema- ture failure, and may also enter the hybrid transmission case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 262 4-6. Driving tips LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 263: Interior Features

    List of storage features.....281 Luggage compartment features ............284 5-5. Using the other interior features Other interior features ...288 Garage door opener....298 Compass........303 Lexus Enform Safety Connect ............306 Lexus Enform Remote ....Lexus Enform Service Connect ............LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 264: Remote Touch

    Trace the pad surface while maintaining Back button contact with the touch pad. Moving the Press this button to display the previous cursor and the pointer. screen. Touchpad Slide your finger on the touchpad and LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 265 The display may differ depending on the type of the system. 8-inch display model   Pinch in/Pinch out Slide fingers toward each other or apart on the touchpad. Change the scale of the map. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 266  Full screen display The following functions can be displayed on the full screen: • Initial screen • Menu screen • Map screen : Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.  Split-screen display LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 267 Remote Touch is oper- ated. Navigation system Audio Vehicle information Air conditioning system (→P.271) Show/hide the side display. : Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 268: Automatic Air Conditioning System

    Airflow mode control switch Right-hand side temperature control switch Automatic mode switch Off switch Front windshield defogger switch Rear windshield and outside rear view mirror defogger switch Outside/recirculated air mode switch A/C switch DUAL switch LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 269 Switching between outside air and ■ system is on recirculated air modes ● In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air conditioning Press the outside/recirculated air system may switch to recirculated air LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 270 For details, con- ● Recirculated air mode is selected as a tact your Lexus dealer. default mode when the power switch is turned to ON mode. : The doors that can recall the driving posi- tion memory are changed at the same ●...
  • Page 271 Touch, select the button on the screen. : Air flows to the feet can be adjusted by perform- ing the following operations. : Air flows to the feet and the wind- Flick operation: Move the pointer to shield defogger operates LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 272 (“DUAL” mode) (→P.274) ■ Fogging up of the windows ● The windows will easily fog up when the Set eco air conditioning mode humidity in the vehicle is high. Pressing LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 273 In order to prevent the windshield from fog- ging up when the outside air is cold, the dehumidification function may operate. The pollens are filtered out even if the micro dust and pollen filter is turned off. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 274 Turn the knob to open or close the  Adjust the temperature setting of vent the passenger side with the passen- ger side temperature adjustment button. The indicator comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 275: Heated Steering Wheel/Seat Heat- Ers/Seat Ventilators

    Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat. To prevent battery discharge ■ Do not use the functions when the hybrid system is off. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 276 → Lo (1 segment lit) → Off lows. The level indicator (amber) light up Hi (3 segments lit) → Mid (2 segments during operation. lit) → Lo (1 segment lit) → Off The level indicator (amber) lights up during operation. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 277 Each time the switch is pressed, the operation condition changes as fol- lows. Hi (3 segments lit) → Mid (2 segments lit) → Lo (1 segment lit) → Off The indicator (green) and level indicator (green) light up during operation. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 278: 5-3. Using The Interior Lights

    When operated with a wet hand ● opened/closed. ● When wearing gloves, etc. ● If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights will LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 279 Never remove the lens for the front inte- rior light and personal lights. Otherwise, the lights will be damaged. If the lens need to remove, contact your Lexus dealer. The front and rear interior lights turn on/ off when a door is opened/closed.
  • Page 280 5-3. Using the interior lights LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 281: Using The Storage Features

    In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 282 Lift the lid while pushing the button to release the lock. Console box light ■ The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on. Cup holders/bottle holders Cup holders ■ Front  LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 283 The removed sunglass holder lid can be Cup holders/bottle holders ■ stored on the tray in the console box. ● When storing a bottle, close the cap. ● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 284: Luggage Compartment Features

    When cargo hooks are not in use To avoid injury, always return the hooks to their stowed positions when not in use. Cargo net hooks Raise the hook to use. The cargo net can be hanged, using the hook. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 285 Do not hang any object heavier than 11 lb. deck board. (5 kg) on the grocery bag hooks. Deck under tray Lift the deck board and attach the hook. (→P.285) The following item can be stowed. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 286 Fold up the luggage cover. ■ When attaching the side deck board When attaching the side deck board, attach it so that the “ FRONT” mark points to the front side of the vehicle. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 287 When the seatback for the rear seat is col- lapsed to the rear, remove the cover after the cover most upright position. (→P.129) Stow the luggage cover in the deck under tray while lifting the deck board. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 288: 5-5. Using The Other Interior Features

    Clock The GPS clock’s time is automatically adjusted by utilizing GPS time infor- mation. For details, refer to the “NAVIGA- TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”. Sunglass holder ■ Remove the lid of sunglasses holder LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 289 Open the lid. Power outlet (120 VAC) (if equipped) Please use a power supply for elec- tronic goods that use less than 120 VAC (power consumption of 100 W). Open the lid. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 290 100W: ● Appliances with high initial peak watt- ● Measuring devices that process pre- cise data Other appliances that require an ● extremely stable power supply LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 291 Switches on and off with each press of the power supply switch. When turned on, the operation indicator light (green) comes on. Even with the hybrid system off, the on/off state of the power supply switch is memo- rized. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 292 Suspected causes Handling method Starting with mobile phones and smart ● phones, it is aimed for low power electri- Vehicle to charger Contact your Lexus cally supplied portable devices of no communication fail- dealer. more than 5W. ure. ■...
  • Page 293 When a portable device gets warm while user’s authority to operate this equipment. charging, charging may stop due to the LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 294 5-5. Using the other interior features LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 295 5-5. Using the other interior features LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 296 Do not attempt to dismantle for disas- ● tioning. Contact your Lexus dealer. sembly or modifications To prevent failure or damage to data ■ Do not hit or apply a strong force ●...
  • Page 297 To prevent damage to the armrest ■ Do not apply too much load on the arm- rest. Assist grips An assist grip installed on the ceiling can be used to support your body while sitting on the seat. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 298: Garage Door Opener

    Certification for the garage door opener ■ For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.  LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 299 For vehicles sold in Canada  When support is necessary ■ ® Programming the HomeLink Visit on the web at www.homelink.com/ lexus or call 1-800-355-3515. Before programming the Home- ■ ® Link WARNING  During programming, it is possible ■...
  • Page 300 Home- ® Link button for 2 seconds then release it.  If the garage door or other device does not operate, proceed to “Pro- gramming a rolling code system”. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 301 , both garage door operation indicators will flash rapidly green and the light on the garage door Press and hold the desired Home- opener motor will blink twice, indi- ® Link button (inside the vehicle) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 302 ® Link ” (it takes 20 seconds for The indicators can operate within ® the HomeLink indicator to start approximately 820 ft. (250 m) of the flashing). garage door. However, if there are LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 303: Compass

    Southeast “S” South “SW” Southwest “W” West “NW” Northwest ■ Conditions unfavorable to correct operation The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions: The vehicle is stopped immediately after ● turning. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 304 The amount of bration, refer to “Deviation calibration”. deviation varies depending on the geo- Deviation calibration ■ graphic position of the vehicle. Stop the vehicle. If you cross over one of the map boundar- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 305 Drive the vehicle at 5 mph (8 km/ h) or less in a circle until a direction is displayed. If there is not enough space to drive in a circle, drive around the block until a direc- LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 306: Lexus Enform Safety Connect306

    Agreement and its Terms and Conditions, as in effect and amended from time to time, a cur- rent copy of which is available at Lexus.com. All use of the Safety Connect service is subject to such then-applicable Terms and Condi- tions.
  • Page 307 5-5. Using the other interior features Certification for Lexus Enform ■ LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 308 5-5. Using the other interior features Safety Connect is available beginning Fall ● Services 2009 on select Lexus models (in the contiguous United States only). Contact Subscribers have the following Safety with the Safety Connect response center is dependent upon the telematics device...
  • Page 309 Further  Green indicator light flashing = information is available at Lexus.com. Safety Connect call in process Emergency Assistance Button  Red indicator light (except at vehi- ■...
  • Page 310 (C95.1). the Safety Connect Terms and Condi- The design of Safety Connect com- tions, which are available at Lexus.com. plies with the FCC guidelines in addi- tion to those standards. Safety information for Safety...
  • Page 311: Lexus Enform Remote

    5-5. Using the other interior features In some states, use of Lexus Enform Lexus Enform Remote Remote may violate state or local laws. Before using Lexus Enform Remote, : If equipped check your state and local laws. ● Any malfunction of the Lexus should be Lexus Enform Remote is a cellular repaired by your Lexus dealer.
  • Page 312: Lexus Enform Service Connect

    Data Communication Module (DCM) built in the vehicle. Availability of service ■ Lexus Enform Service Connect is not avail- able in some countries or areas. Lexus Enform Service Connect Infor- ■ mation Availability of functions of the Lexus Enform Service Connect is dependent on network reception level.
  • Page 313: Maintenance And Care

    Do-it-yourself service precautions ............Hood..........Positioning a floor jack.... Engine compartment....12-volt battery......Tires ..........Tire inflation pressure....Wheels...........345 Air conditioning filter....Electronic key battery ..... Checking and replacing fuses ............Headlight aim....... Light bulbs........353 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 314: Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Exterior

    Deep scratches caused by keys, coins, ● ● To protect the paint from damage, make etc. cannot be restored. sure to observe the following precau- Do not use wax that contain abrasives. ● tions. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 315 Precautions regarding the rear ■ bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped) If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunc- tion. If this occurs, consult your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 316 When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the pas- senger side. When returning the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 317: Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Interior

    To prevent any damage to the UV may be damaged. protective coating, observe the following: If the windows are dirty, gently wipe them ● with a cloth soaked in water or lukewarm water as soon as possible. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 318 ■ Caring for leather areas (vehicles with Lexus Safety System+) Lexus recommends cleaning the interior of Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
  • Page 319: Maintenance

    It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts be used for repairs to ensure performance General maintenance of each system. If non-Lexus parts are used in replacement or if a repair shop other than General maintenance should be per- a Lexus dealer performs repairs, confirm the warranty coverage.
  • Page 320: General Maintenance

    Is the brake fluid at the cor- Brake fluid rect level? (→P.332) erage. Engine/power The use of Lexus repair manuals is recom- Is the engine coolant at the control unit mended. correct level? (→P.330) coolant For details about warranty coverage, refer to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “War-...
  • Page 321: Vehicle Interior

    • Does the engine hood Engine hood lock system work prop- • When parked on a slope Hybrid trans- erly? and the shift lever is in P, mission “Park” is the vehicle securely mechanism stopped? LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 322: Emission Inspection And Mainte- Nance (I/M) Programs

    Windshield contamination or defor- not pass the I/M test and may need to wipers/ mation. be repaired. Contact your Lexus rear window • The wiper blades should dealer to service the vehicle. wiper clear the windshield/ rear window without Your vehicle may not pass the I/ streaking or skipping.
  • Page 323 The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehicle is driven 40 or more times. If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test Contact your Lexus dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing. LEXUS NX300h Owners...
  • Page 324: 6-3. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

    Coolant” is pre-mixed cator are both off. with 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. ● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive • Funnel (used only for belt. adding coolant) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 325: Hood

    Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 326: Positioning A Floor Jack

    Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury. Remove the bolt Remove the cover Location of the jack point Raising your vehicle with a floor Front jack. ■ LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 327: Engine Compartment

    Engine oil filler cap (→P.329) Power control unit coolant reservoir (→P.331) Brake fluid reservoir (→P.332) Radiator (→P.331) Condenser (→P.331) Electric cooling fans Engine oil level dipstick (→P.328) Washer fluid tank (→P.332) ■ 12-volt battery →P.333 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 328 Reinsert the dipstick fully with its protruding areas ( in the illustra- tion) pointing towards engine. Insert Press NOTICE After installing an engine compart- ■ ment cover Make sure that the cover is securely installed in its original position. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 329 Perform the following procedures: If the oil level is below or near the low Press of the meter control level mark, add engine oil of the same switches and select type as that already in the engine. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 330 Reservoir cap dispose of used oil and filters in house- “FULL” line hold trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your Lexus dealer, ser- “LOW” line vice station or auto parts store for information concerning recycling or If the level is on or below the “LOW” line, disposal.
  • Page 331 Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine/ power control unit coolant reservoir caps, drain cock and water pump. If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus dealer test the cap and check for leaks in the cooling system. LEXUS...
  • Page 332 FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703; FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704 brake fluid  Items Clean funnel Brake fluid can absorb moisture from ■ the air Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 333: 12-Volt Battery

    12-volt battery. If this hap- pens, use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors. Start the hybrid system with the power ● switch in ACCESSORY mode. The LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 334 If the system will not start even after multiple ● If electrolyte gets on your clothes attempts at all methods above, contact your It can soak through clothing on to your Lexus dealer. skin. Immediately take off the clothing and follow the procedure above if nec- WARNING essary.
  • Page 335 Remove the cover after removing the chip. Push up center position Insert Press Press Pull out Exterior Make sure that the 12-volt battery ter- minals are not corroded and that there are no loose connections, cracks, or LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 336: Tires

    Check if the treadwear indicators are If you are not sure, consult with your Lexus showing on the tires. Also check the dealer. tires for uneven wear, such as excessive ■...
  • Page 337: Tire Rotation

    To equalize tire wear and extend tire life, Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as danger- Lexus recommends that tire rotation is car- ous handling characteristics, which may ried out at the same interval as tire inspec- lead to an accident resulting in death or tion.
  • Page 338 Tire pressure warning system Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses tire ■ Certification for tire pressure warning system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.  LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 339 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance For vehicles sold in Canada  LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 340 Caution regarding interference with ■ warning system may not operate prop- electronic devices erly. • If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used. ● People with implantable cardiac pace- • A tire has been replaced with a tire that is makers, cardiac resynchronization not an OE (Original Equipment) tire.
  • Page 341 If a new ID codes must be registered in the liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus dealer or other qualified service shop as tire pressure warning computer and soon as possible. After use of liquid seal-...
  • Page 342 Press of the meter con- settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle trol switches, select the “TPMS” inspected by your Lexus dealer. and then press and hold the ● When operating the tire pressure warn- ing reset switch, the tire pressure warning The “Tire Pressure Recalibrating.
  • Page 343: Tire Inflation Pressure

    The recommended cold tire inflation necessary to register the ID code. pressure and tire size are displayed on Have the ID code registered by your the tire and loading information label. Lexus dealer. (→P.406) Inspection and adjustment pro- cedure Tire valve...
  • Page 344 Damage to the drive train ● expansion joints, sharp edges in the road, etc.) If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by your Lexus dealer. Instructions for checking tire inflation ■ NOTICE pressure When inspecting and adjusting tire ■...
  • Page 345: Wheels

     Used wheels non-genuine wheels.  Bent wheels that have been straight- ened Aluminum wheel precautions  Use only Lexus wheel nuts and When replacing wheels ■ wrenches designed for use with The wheels of your vehicle are equipped with tire pressure warning valves and trans- your aluminum wheels.
  • Page 346: Air Conditioning Filter

    Air conditioning filter with deodorizing ■ function When fragrances are placed in your vehi- cle, the deodorizing effect may become significantly weakened in a short period: When an air conditioning odor comes out continuously, replace the conditioning filter. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 347: Electronic Key Battery

    Prepare the following before replacing the battery:  Flathead screwdriver  Lithium battery CR2032 Use a CR2032 lithium battery ■ Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus ● dealer, local electrical appliance shops or camera stores. ● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 348 When the card key battery needs to be replaced (if equipped) The battery for the card key is available only at Lexus dealers. Your Lexus dealer can replace the battery for you. ■ If the electronic key battery is depleted...
  • Page 349: Checking And Replacing Fuses

    Check if the fuse is blown. Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Left side instrument panel  Remove the lid. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 350 Normal fuse other object in place of a fuse. Blown fuse ● Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent. Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix. LEXUS...
  • Page 351: Headlight Aim

    Doing so may cause electric shock, resulting in death or serious injury. NOTICE ■ Before replacing fuses Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Adjustment bolt A Adjustment bolt B Type B ...
  • Page 352 Turn bolt B the same number of turns and in the same direction as step 1. If the headlight cannot be adjusted using this procedure, take the vehicle to your Lexus dealer to adjust the headlight aim. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu-...
  • Page 353: Light Bulbs

    (bulb type) and front turn signal lights (bulb type) each consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer to have the light replaced. Condensation build-up on the inside of ■...
  • Page 354 Remove the light bulb. Remove the light bulb. When installing, reverse the steps listed. Front turn signal lights (bulb type) ■ Open the hood and remove the cover for engine compartment cover. (→P.325, 328) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 355 Do not attempt to repair or disassem- ● ble light bulbs, connectors, electric cir- cuits or component parts. Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 356 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance WARNING To prevent damage or fire ■ Make sure bulbs are fully seated and ● locked. Check the wattage of the bulb before ● installing to prevent heat damage. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 357: When Trouble Arises

    If the fuel filler door cannot be opened........387 If the electronic key does not operate properly ....387 If the 12-volt battery is discharged ............390 If your vehicle overheats ..394 If the vehicle becomes stuck LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 358: Emergency Flashers

    12-volt battery may dis- with both feet to reduce vehicle charge. speed as much as possible. To stop the hybrid system, press and hold the power switch for 2 consecutive seconds or more, or LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 359 If the hybrid system has to be turned ■ off while driving Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid sys- tem. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 360: 7-2. Steps To Take In An Emergency

    The towing eyelets, cables or chains may become dam- mend having your vehicle towed by aged, broken debris may hit people, your Lexus dealer or commercial and cause serious damage. towing service, using a wheel-lift ● Do not turn the power switch off.
  • Page 361 Use a towing dolly under the front The following may indicate a problem wheels. with your hybrid transmission. Contact your Lexus dealer or commercial tow- ing service before towing. (→P.360)  The hybrid warning message shows on the multi-information display and the vehicle does not move.
  • Page 362: 7-2. Steps To Take In An Emergency

    A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s wheels, drivetrain, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition. To have your vehicle towed To have your vehicle towed by another LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 363: If You Think Something Is Wrong

    If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Con- tact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Visible symptoms Tighten down the towing eyelet  Fluid leaks under the vehicle securely using a wheel nut wrench.
  • Page 364: 7-2. Steps To Take In An Emergency

    7-2. Steps to take in an emergency  Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road  Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 365: If A Warning Light Turns On Or A Warning Buzzer Sounds

     The brake fluid level is low; or (U.S.A.)  The brake system is malfunctioning → Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con- tact your Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle (Red) may be dangerous. (Canada) Charging system warning light ■...
  • Page 366 Details/Actions Indicates a malfunction in:  The regenerative braking system;  The electronically controlled brake system; or  The electric parking brake (Yellow) → Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. Malfunction indicator lamp ■ Warning light Details/Actions Indicates a malfunction in: ...
  • Page 367 Warning light Details/Actions Indicates a malfunction in:  The ABS; or (U.S.A.)  The brake assist system → Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (Canada) Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer) ■ Warning light Details/Actions...
  • Page 368 Warning light Details/Actions When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system → Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. When a buzzer does not sound: (Flashes) Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, pos- sibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
  • Page 369 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 90 more seconds. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 370 The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Lexus dealer. When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system (→P.372)
  • Page 371 → Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal. Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override System (with warning buzzer) → Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. Drive-Start Control Indicates that the shift position was changed and Drive- Start Control was operated while depressing the accelera- tor pedal.
  • Page 372 ON mode, If the light does not go off even after several have it checked by your Lexus dealer. trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as ■ Warning buzzer possible. In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard ■...
  • Page 373 ■ To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly Do not install tires with different specifi- cations or makers, as the tire pressure warning system may not operate prop- erly. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 374: If A Warning Message Is Displayed

    Multi-information display Follow the instructions of the message on the multi-information display. If any of the warning messages are shown again after the following actions have been performed, contact your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 375 Messages and warnings The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending on the con- tent of the message. If a message indicates the need for inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. System warning...
  • Page 376 Check and change the engine oil, and oil fil- switch to OFF with the shift lever in any ter by your Lexus dealer. After changing the position other than P. engine oil, the oil change system should be Shift the shift lever to P.
  • Page 377: If You Have A Flat Tire

    ■ tery may be deteriorating. Have the vehi- Do not continue driving with a flat tire. cle inspected by your Lexus dealer. Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel “Aux Battery Low” is frequently ■...
  • Page 378 Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing Do not raise the vehicle to a height ● tires on this vehicle. greater than that required to replace the tire. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 379 Pull the lever upwards and open the deck board. Removing the Jack. Remove the rubber band. Remove the cover and the jack. When stowing the jack, close it by turning LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 380 Turn the tire jack portion hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point. The jack point guides are located under the rocker panel. They indicate the jack LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 381 Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire. When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 382 • If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. • Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the wheel while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 383 When using the compact spare tire ■ As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and trans- mitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 384 When replacing the tires ■ • Panoramic view monitor (if equipped) When removing or fitting the wheels, • Lexus parking assist monitor tires or the tire pressure warning valve (if equipped) and transmitter, contact your Lexus • Intuitive parking assist (if equipped) dealer as the tire pressure warning valve •...
  • Page 385: If The Hybrid System Will Not Start

    (→P.69) (→P.333)  There may be a malfunction in the Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem steering lock system. cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures  The hybrid system may be malfunc- are unknown.
  • Page 386: If You Lose Your Keys

    If you lose your keys Shift the shift lever to P. New genuine mechanical keys can Turn the power switch to ACCES- be made by your Lexus dealer using SORY mode. another mechanical key and the Press and hold the power switch for...
  • Page 387: If The Fuel Filler Door Cannot Be Opened

    Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle, includ- and it will be ready to open as usual. ing the card key, to your Lexus dealer. Locking and unlocking the doors Use the mechanical key (→P.104) to perform the following operations.
  • Page 388 Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal. Touch the Lexus emblem side of the electronic key to the power switch. When the electronic key is detected, a buzzer sounds and the power switch will turn to ON mode.
  • Page 389 Press the power switch. In the event that the hybrid system still can- not be operated, contact your Lexus dealer. Stopping the hybrid system ■ Set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P and press the power switch as you nor- mally do when stopping the hybrid system.
  • Page 390: If The 12-Volt Battery Is Discharged

    The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is dis- charged. You can also call your Lexus dealer or a qualified repair shop. Open the exclusive jump starting Restarting the hybrid system terminal cover.
  • Page 391 Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and reinstall the fuse box cover to its original position. Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. LEXUS...
  • Page 392 12-volt battery, turn the power switch off. If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt battery For details, consult your Lexus dealer. discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery. ● The power back door must be initialized.
  • Page 393 Observe the following precautions to Have the 12-volt battery inspected at prevent accidentally igniting the flamma- your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. ble gas that may be emitted from the 12- If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, con- volt battery:...
  • Page 394: If Your Vehicle Overheats

    Cooling fans shown on the multi-information If a large amount of coolant leaks, immedi- display. ately contact your Lexus dealer.  Steam comes out from under the The coolant level is satisfactory if it hood. is between the “FULL” and “LOW”...
  • Page 395 (The fans may not operate in freezing tem- peratures.) If a large amount of coolant leaks, immedi- If the fans are not operating: ately contact your Lexus dealer. Stop the hybrid system immediately The coolant level is satisfactory if it and contact your Lexus dealer.
  • Page 396 However, if the message appears again fre- To prevent damage to the cooling sys- ■ quently, contact your Lexus dealer. WARNING Observe the following precautions: ● Avoid contaminating the coolant with ■...
  • Page 397: If The Vehicle Becomes Stuck

    If the vehicle remains stuck even after ● these procedures are performed, the vehicle may require towing to be freed. When it is difficult to free the vehicle ■ Press to turn off TRAC. (→P.251) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 398 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 399: Vehicle Specifications

    Vehicle specifications 8-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ..........400 Fuel information......408 Tire information......410 8-2. Customization Customizable features..... 8-3. Initialization Items to initialize ......LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 400: Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)

    The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This is the primary identifica- tion number for your Lexus. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehi- cle. This number is also on the Certification Label.
  • Page 401 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Fuel tank capacity (Reference) 14.8 gal. (56 L, 12.3 Imp.gal.) Electric motor (traction motor) Front  Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor Maximum output 105 kW Maximum torque 199 ft•lbf (270 N•m, 27.5 kgf•m) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 402: Lubrication System

    ■ must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in the next oil change. your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity. Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade...
  • Page 403 Coolant type coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech- nology Do not use plain water alone. : The coolant capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 404: Electrical System

    4.0 qt. (3.8 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.) Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS : The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer. NOTICE ■ Transmission fluid type Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ultimately damage the hybrid transmission of your vehicle.
  • Page 405 1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp.qt.) Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS : The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer. NOTICE ■ Transmission fluid type Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
  • Page 406 Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall. 18 × 7 1/2 J Wheel size Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 407 Light bulbs Bulb No. Type Front side marker lights (bulb type) Exterior Front turn signal lights (bulb type)* (WY21W) ⎯ Interior Vanity lights A: Wedge base bulbs (clear) B: Wedge base bulbs (amber) : If equipped LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 408: Fuel Information

    If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this does DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline not correct the problem, consult your Lexus that could contain more than 15% etha- dealer. nol, including from any pump labeled...
  • Page 409 8-1. Specifications Lexus does not recommend the use of gas- oline that contains MMT. If fuel containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this hap- pens, contact your Lexus dealer for service.
  • Page 410: Tire Information

    DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) (→P.411) Location of treadwear indicators (→P.336) Tire ply composition and materials Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands which form the plies in a tire. Radial tires or bias-ply tires LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 411 Tire manufacturer’s identification mark mark Tire size code Manufacturer's code Manufacturer’s optional tire type Manufacturing week code (3 or 4 letters) Manufacturing year Manufacturing week : The DOT symbol certifies that the tire Manufacturing year LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 412 This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or pro- spective purchasers of Lexus vehicles with information on uniform tire quality LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu-...
  • Page 413 8-1. Specifications grading. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight Your Lexus dealer will help answer any ahead) traction tests and does not include questions you may have as you read this cornering (turning) traction.
  • Page 414: Glossary Of Tire Terminology

    Rim diame- Curb weight oil and coolant, and if so Nominal diameter of the equipped, air conditioning (Wheel bead seat and additional weight diameter) optional engine Rim size des- Rim diameter and width ignation LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 415 A tire designed to operate A breakdown of the bond at higher loads and at Bead sepa- Extra load between components in the higher inflation pressures ration tire bead than the corresponding standard tire LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 416 Ply separa- pound between adjacent given inflation pressure tion plies The load rating for a tire at Maximum the maximum permissible load rating inflation pressure for that tire LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 417 The fixture used to hold the Wheel-hold- wheel and tire assembly ing fixture securely during testing : Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distri- bution for vehicle normal load for vari- ous designated seating capacities LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 418 2 in front, 1 in second seat, 1 in 11 through 15 third seat, 1 in fourth seat 2 in front, 2 in second seat, 2 16 through 20 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 419: Customization

    Contact your Lexus dealer. Settings that can be changed using the Remote Touch Settings that can be changed using the multi-information display Settings that can be changed by your Lexus dealer Settings that can be changed using the vehicle switch LEXUS...
  • Page 420 Time elapsed before the auto- matic door lock function is 60 seconds 30 seconds — — activated if a door is not opened after being unlocked 120 seconds Open door reminder buzzer — — — (When locking the vehicle) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 421 ■ Customized set- Function Default setting ting Light sensor sensitivity Standard -2 to 2 — — Adjust the time elapsed before the headlights auto- 30 seconds 60 seconds — — matically turn off 90 seconds LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 422 Multi-information display (→P.79, 85) ■ Customized set- Function Default setting ting Hybrid system indicator (always) Changeover to tachometer Auto — — — when sport mode is selected Tachometer (always) EV indicator — — — LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 423 (after refuel), average fuel economy (after start), average vehicle speed (after reset), average vehicle speed (after start), distance (driving range), dis- tance (after start), elapsed time (after reset), elapsed time (after start), blank : Intersection guidance, Incoming calls, Adjust brightness LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 424 Wireless remote control linked open or Tilt up opera- — — — tions : If equipped : This function cannot be customized unless power window operations, using the wireless remote control or mechanical key, is enabled. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 425 Default setting ting Driver’s seat movement when Standard — — exiting the vehicle Partial Selection the door linking driving position memory with Driver’s door All doors — — — door unlock operation : If equipped LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 426 Vehicle sway warning sensi- Standard — — — tivity High PCS (Pre-Collision System) (→P.203) ■ Customized set- Function Default setting ting PCS (Pre-Collision System) — — — Adjust alert timing Middle — — — Near LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 427 In the following situations, customize mode in which the settings can be changed through the multi-information display will automatically be turned off. A warning message appears after the customize mode screen is displayed. ● ● The power switch is turned off. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 428 8-2. Customization The vehicle begins to move while the customize mode screen is displayed. ● LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 429: Initialization

    • When changing the tire size • After the maintenance is per- Oil maintenance P.329 formed Lexus parking assist monitor Refer to the “NAVIGA- TION AND MULTIME- • After reconnecting or changing DIA SYS-...
  • Page 430 8-3. Initialization LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 431: Reporting Safety Defects For U.s

    9-1. For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........Seat belt instructions for Cana- dian owners (in French)..SRS airbag instructions for Cana- dian owners (in French)..Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ............LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 432: Seat Belt Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)

    National Highway Traffic Safety See the seat belt section for more Administration (NHTSA) in addi- detailed seat belt instructions in tion to notifying the Lexus Division English. of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll-free: 1-800-25-LEXUS). Utilisation correcte des cein- If NHTSA receives similar com- tures de sécurité...
  • Page 433 Ne pas utiliser une ceinture de sécurité défectueuse avant qu’elle ne soit rem- placée. Une ceinture de sécurité défectueuse n’apporte aucune garantie de protection de l’occupant contre des blessures graves, voire mortelles. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 434: Srs Airbag Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)

    Coussin gonflable SRS d’assise de siège Participe à retenir le passager avant. Coussins gonflables SRS latéraux et rideau  Coussins gonflables SRS latéraux Participent à la protection du haut du corps des occupants aux places avant Coussins gonflables SRS rideau LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 435 Coussin gonflable d’assise de siège passager Capteur de position du siège conducteur Coussin gonflable de genoux conducteur Contacteur de boucle de ceinture de sécurité conducteur Contacteur de boucle de ceinture de sécurité passager avant Capteurs d’impact avant LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 436 Le conducteur et tous les passagers à ● bord du véhicule doivent porter leur ceinture de sécurité correctement. Les coussins gonflables SRS sont des dispositifs de protection complémen- taires aux ceintures de sécurité. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 437 • Si votre volant de direction est régla- ble, inclinez-le vers le bas. Cela vous permet d’orienter le coussin gonflable vers votre buste plutôt que vers la tête et le cou. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 438 Installez dans un siège de sécurité enfant les enfants trop jeunes pour pouvoir utiliser la ceinture de sécurité. Lexus recommande vivement d’installer tous les nourrissons et enfants aux places arrière du véhicule et de prévoir pour eux des systèmes de retenue adaptés.
  • Page 439 Si une housse en vinyle recouvre la de montants avant et arrière, apparais- partie où le coussins gonflable SRS de sent abîmées ou craquelées, faites-les genoux se déploie, veillez à l’enlever. remplacer par votre concessionnaire Lexus. LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 440 Modification et élimination en fin de vie des éléments du système de cous- sins gonflables SRS Consultez impérativement votre conces- sionnaire Lexus si vous avez besoin d’intervenir sur votre véhicule ou de procéder à l’une des modifications suiva- ntes. Les coussins gonflables SRS peu- vent ne pas fonctionner correctement ou se déployer (se gonfler) accidentelle-...
  • Page 441: Headlight Aim Instructions For

    Notez le sens de rotation et le nom- Vis de réglage A bre de tours. Vis de réglage B Type A  Type B  Vis de réglage A Vis de réglage B LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 442 1. Si vous n’arrivez pas à régler les project- eurs par cette procédure, confiez le véhicule à votre concessionnaire Lexus afin qu’il en règle le pointage. Type A  Type B ...
  • Page 443 Index What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............Alphabetical Index....LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 444: What To Do If

    You lose your keys If you think something is wrong  If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be made by your Lexus dealer. The hybrid system does not start (→P.386)  If you lose your electronic keys, the ...
  • Page 445 If you have a flat tire (→P.369)  Stop the vehicle in a safe place and  The parking brake indicator is on replace the flat tire with the spare Is the parking brake released? LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 446 What to do if... (Troubleshooting) tire. (→P.377) The vehicle becomes stuck  Try the procedure for when the vehi- cle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow. (→P.397) LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 447: Alphabetical Index

    Blind Spot Monitor function....243 Side and curtain shield airbags precau- Rear Cross Traffic Alert function..246 tions..............37 Bottle holders..........282 SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners............434 SRS airbags ............32 SRS warning light ........366 Alarm..............71 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 448 Installing CRS with top tether strap..57 LATCH anchors...........55 Child safety ............46 12-volt battery precautions..334, 393 Daytime running light system....184 Airbag precautions........37 Deck board ............285 Back door precautions......110 Deck under tray ...........285 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 449 358 Memory recall function ......135 If your vehicle needs to be towed ..360 Dynamic radar cruise control with full- If your vehicle overheats ......394 speed range Energy monitor ..........94 Function............217 Engine LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 450 Replacing light bulbs....353, 354 Event data recorder (EDR)......7 Turn signal lever ...........176 Wattage............407 Fuel Capacity ............401 Fuel gauge............79 Gas station information......460 Information ........... 408 Refueling............196 Type..............401 Warning light ..........369 Fuel filler door..........196 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 451 Warning message......107, 374 Intuitive parking assist Hooks Function ............227 Cargo hooks..........284 Warning message........229 Retaining hooks (floor mat)......24 Horn..............140 Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location............. 64 Specification..........402 Hybrid battery air vent ......... 66 Hybrid system............61 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 452 Vehicle-equipped jack ......378 Turn signal lever ...........176 Jack handle ............ 378 Wiper lever............189 Jam protection function Lexus Enform Remote........311 Moon roof ............147 Lexus Enform Safety Connect....306 Power back door opener and closer. 118 Lexus Enform Service Connect....312 Power windows..........144 Lexus Safety System+.........
  • Page 453 LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering Indicator............. 75 control)............210 Warning light ..........368 Warning messages ........374 Warning messages........238 PCS (Pre-Collision System) Function ............203 Noise from under vehicle .......6 PCS switch........... 205 Warning light ..........367 Warning message........374 Personal lights..........278 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 454 Remote Touch ..........264 Replacing Electronic key battery......347 Fuses..............349 Light bulbs.............353 Tires ..............377 Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................432 Resetting the message indicating mainte- nance is required........319 Road accident cautions ....... 65 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 455 Driving position memory......134 Specifications..........400 Folding down the rear seatbacks..129 Speedometer ............79 Head restraint..........137 Sport mode ............ 249 Power easy access system.....134 Properly sitting in the seat......25 Seat heaters..........276 Seat position memory .......134 Seat ventilators..........277 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 456 PCS switch ...........205 Chains ............258 Power back door opener and closer Checking ............336 switch............... 113 Glossary............414 Power switch ..........168 If you have a flat tire ........377 Power window switch.......144 Inflation pressure......343, 406 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 457 Slip indicator..........368 Turn signal lever...........176 SRS..............366 Wattage............407 Tire pressure ..........370 Warning messages........374 Washer Vanity lights Checking ............332 Vanity lights ..........288 Low washer fluid warning message332, Wattage............407 Vanity mirrors ..........288 Preparing and checking before winter LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 458 MANUAL”. Wheels............. 345 Replacing wheels........345 · Audio/visual system Size..............406 · Navigation system Window glasses ..........144 · Lexus parking assist monitor Window lock switch ........145 · Panoramic view monitor Windows · Lexus Enform Power windows..........144 Rear window defogger ......269 Washer ..........189, 194 Windshield wiper de-icer ......
  • Page 459 What to do if... (Troubleshooting) Alphabetical Index LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...
  • Page 460 : Vehicles with power back door Fuel tank capacity 14.8 gal. (56 L, 12.3 Imp.gal.) (Reference) Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P.401 Cold tire inflation P.406 pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill — P.402 reference) Engine oil type P.402 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu- al_USA_OM78212U...

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