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  • Page 2 When trouble What to do in case of malfunction and emergency arises (Main topics: Battery discharge, flat tire) Vehicle Vehicle specifications, customizable features specifications (Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure) Search by symptom Index Search alphabetically LEXUS  NX300/NX200  Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Cargo and luggage.......166 Warning lights and indicators..Trailer towing (vehicles without Gauges and meters ....... towing package) ......Multi-information display..... Trailer towing (vehicles with towing Head-up display .......97 package)........Fuel consumption information.. Before driving 3-1. Key information Keys ............106 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 4 ........267 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Stop & Start system..... Headlight switch......PKSA (Parking Support Alert)277 AHS (Adaptive High-beam Sys- Lexus parking assist-sensor ..tem)..........198 Parking Support Brake function (for Automatic High Beam....static objects)......Fog light switch ......204 BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..292...
  • Page 5 Cleaning and protecting the vehi- If your vehicle has to be stopped in exterior........360 an emergency ......414 Cleaning and protecting the vehi- If the vehicle is trapped in rising cle interior ........water ..........415 6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..366 Scheduled maintenance ...368 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 6 If the vehicle battery is discharged ............460 If your vehicle overheats ... If the vehicle becomes stuck ... Vehicle specifications 8-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ..........470 Fuel information......8-2. Customization Customizable features ....482 8-3. Initialization Items to initialize ......LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 7: For Your Information

     Seat belt pretensioner system cles are currently available in the mar- ket. Using these spare parts and Be sure to check with your Lexus accessories which are not genuine dealer for precautionary measures or Lexus products may adversely affect...
  • Page 8  Data usage  How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or Lexus may use the data recorded in this brake pedal; and, computer to diagnose malfunctions, con- duct research and development, and  How fast the vehicle was traveling.
  • Page 9  Disclosure of the EDR data could result in death or serious injury. Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in Defensive driving: Always drive defen- an EDR to a third party except when: sively.

  • Page 10: Reading This Manual

    Indicates the component or Indicates operating or work- position being explained. ing procedures. Follow the steps in numerical order. Means Do not, Do not do this, or Do not let this hap- pen. Symbols in illustrations LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 11: How To Search

    Searching by name ■  Alphabetical index: P.499 Searching by installation position ■  Pictorial index: P.12 Searching by symptom or sound ■  What to do if... (Troubleshooting): P.496 Searching by title ■  Table of contents: P.2 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 12 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 13: Pictorial Index

    Back door ........................P.114 Opening from inside the cabin ..................P.117 Opening from outside....................P.116, 117 Warning messages ......................P.433 Outside rear view mirrors..................P.149 Adjusting the mirror angle....................P.149 Folding the mirrors ......................P.150 Driving position memory ....................P.141 Defogging the mirrors ....................P.329 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 14 (Replacing method: P.411) Headlights .........................P.193 Front position lights/daytime running lights ...........P.193 Front fog lights ....................P.204 Cornering lights ....................P.198 Turn signal lights ..................... P.185 Stop/tail lights ....................P.193, 308 Stop lights Emergency brake signal....................P.308 License plate lights ....................P.193 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 15 Pictorial index Back-up light Shifting the shift lever to R..................P.177, 181 *1, 2 Rear fog light ....................P.204 : If equipped : They may be located on the opposite side depending on the target region. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 16 When the shift lever does not move..............P.178, 182 Meters ......................... P.87 Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel light ......P.87, 89 Warning lights/indicator lights ..................P.82 When the warning lights come on ................P.423 Multi-information display ..................P.90 Display............................P.90 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 17 Adjustment..........................P.146 Driving position memory ....................P.141 Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever ..........P.146 Adjustment..........................P.146 Air conditioning system..................P.327 Usage .............................P.327 Rear window defogger ....................P.329 Audio system : If equipped : Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 18 ............P.293 Power back door switch ..................P.117 Heated steering wheel switch ................ P.335 *1, 2 Camera switch All-wheel drive lock switch ................P.312 Rear seat operation switches ................P.137 : If equipped : Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 19 Pictorial index Power window switches ..................P.151 Window lock switch....................P.152 Outside rear view mirror switches ..............P.149 Door lock switches ....................P.113 Driving position memory switches ..............P.141 HUD (Head-up display) switches ...............P.97 ASC (Active Sound Control) dial ..............P.190 : If equipped LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 20 LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ..............P.236 Talk switch Telephone switches : Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”. : If equipped Stop & Start cancel switch .................P.276 Driving mode select switch ................P.304 VSC off switch......................P.309 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 21 Pictorial index Parking brake switch....................P.186 Applying/releasing......................P.186 Precautions against winter season................P.315 Warning buzzer/message ................. P.187, 433 Brake hold switch ....................P.189 Remote Touch......................P.322 Rear seat heater switches ................. P.336 : If equipped LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 22 Pictorial index ■Interior (Left-hand drive vehicles) SRS airbags........................ P.42 Floor mats........................P.34 Front seats .........................P.135 Rear seats........................P.136 Head restraints ......................P.144 Seat belts ........................P.36 Console box......................P.342 Inside lock buttons ....................P.113 Cup holders ......................P.343 Assist grips ......................P.358 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 23 : Except for Taiwan: NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur. (P.55) For Taiwan: DO NOT carry baby, infant and children on the front passenger seat. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 24 Except for the front passenger seat, NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur. (P.57) : The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 25 When the shift lever does not move..............P.178, 182 Meters ......................... P.87 Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel light ......P.87, 89 Warning lights/indicator lights ..................P.82 When the warning lights come on ................P.423 Multi-information display ..................P.90 Display............................P.90 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 26 Hood lock release lever..................P.381 Tilt and telescopic steering control switch............P.146 Adjustment..........................P.146 Driving position memory ....................P.141 Air conditioning system..................P.327 Usage .............................P.327 Rear window defogger ....................P.329 Audio system : If equipped : Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 27 BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch ............P.293 Power back door switch ..................P.117 All-wheel drive lock switch ................P.312 *1, 2 Camera switch Rear seat operation switches ................P.137 : If equipped : Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 28 Pictorial index HUD (Head-up display) switches ...............P.97 ASC (Active Sound Control) dial ..............P.190 Outside rear view mirror switches ..............P.149 Window lock switch....................P.152 Power window switches ..................P.151 Driving position memory switches ..............P.141 Door lock switches ....................P.113 : If equipped LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 29 LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ..............P.236 Talk switch Telephone switches : Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”. : If equipped VSC off switch......................P.309 Driving mode select switch ................P.304 Stop & Start cancel switch .................P.276 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 30 Pictorial index Brake hold switch ....................P.189 Parking brake switch....................P.186 Applying/releasing......................P.186 Precautions against winter season................P.315 Warning buzzer/message ................. P.187, 433 Remote Touch......................P.322 Rear seat heater switches ................. P.336 : If equipped LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 31 Pictorial index ■Interior (Right-hand drive vehicles) SRS airbags........................ P.42 Floor mats........................P.34 Front seats .........................P.135 Rear seats........................P.136 Head restraints ......................P.144 Seat belts ........................P.36 Console box......................P.342 Inside lock buttons ....................P.113 Cup holders ......................P.343 Assist grips ......................P.358 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 32 : NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIR- BAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur. (P.55) : The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 33 Pictorial index LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 34: For Safety And Security

    For safe driving......Seat belts ......... SRS airbags ........42 Exhaust gas precautions ....49 1-2. Child safety Airbag manual on-off system..51 Riding with children .....52 Child restraint systems ....1-3. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system..73 Double locking system ....75 Alarm ..........76 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 35: Before Driving

    Fix other models or different model year them securely in place onto the carpet. vehicles, even if they are Lexus Genu- ine floor mats. Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into the floor mat eyelets.

  • Page 36: For Safe Driving

    (P.144) vehicle. (P.37) Wear the seat belt correctly. Use a child restraint system appropri- ate for the child until the child becomes (P.37) large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P.53) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 37: Seat Belts

    ● 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 38 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 39 (P.36) Seat belt regulations ■ If seat belt regulations exist in the country where you reside, please contact your Lexus dealer for seat belt replacement or installation. Fastening and releasing the seat belt (except for the rear center seat)
  • Page 40 Mechanical key Plate B Buckle Stow in the cover in the order of plate B and then plate A. In order to securely fix it, firmly insert it to LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 41 The pretensioners do not activate in the LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 42 Failure to do so may cause death or seri- ous injury. Seat belt pretensioners ■ If the pretensioner has activated, the SRS warning light will come on. In that case, the seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 43: Srs Airbags

    SRS knee airbag 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 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 44 Side impact sensors (front door) Seat belt pretensioners and force limiters Driver’s seat belt buckle switch Driver’s seat position sensor Knee airbag Front impact sensors Airbag sensor assembly Airbag manual on-off switch (if equipped) Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 45 ● Depending on the type of collision, it is possible that only the seat belt pretensioners will activate. ● The SRS seat cushion airbag on the front passenger seat will not operate if the LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 46 Collision from the rear In the following cases, the vehicle will ● Vehicle rollover 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 47 If damaged. reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, non-slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 48 An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Lexus strongly recommends that all Do not allow anyone to kneel on the ● infants and children be placed in the...
  • Page 49 Lexus dealer. Do not hang coat hangers or other ● hard objects on the coat hooks. All of ■...

  • Page 50: Exhaust Gas Precautions

    ● 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 If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated ●...
  • Page 51 The exhaust system needs to be checked periodically. If there is a hole or crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 52: Child Safety

    If any of the following problems occur, it is possible that there is a malfunction in the : If equipped system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. This system deactivates the front passenger airbag and seat cushion Neither “ON” nor “OFF” comes on.

  • Page 53: Riding With 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 54: Child Restraint Systems

    General installation instruction Child restraint system installation is provided in this manual. method: P.67 Lexus strongly urges the use of a ● • Fixed with a seat belt: P.68 proper child restraint system that con- • Fixed with an ISOFIX lower anchor- forms to the weight and size of the age: P.70...
  • Page 55 Other- If it is necessary to detach the child ● wise, put the head restraint in the restraint system, remove it from the vehicle or store it securely in the lug- upper most position. gage compartment. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 56 ● switch: Never use a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. The force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to children in the event of an accident. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 57 When installing a for- ward-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury if the airbags deploy (inflate). LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 58 If the driver’s seat interferes with the child restraint system and prevents it from being attached correctly, attach the child restraint system to the right- hand rear seat (left-hand drive vehi- cles) or the left-hand rear seat (right- hand drive vehicles). LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 59 There is a label(s) on the passenger side sun visor, indicating it is forbidden to attach a ● child restraint system to the front passenger seat. Details of the label(s) are shown in the illustration below. “9L” in the illustration is not related to the contents of the warning label. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 60 Check for an approval mark attached to ● Adjust the front passenger seat so that it does not interfere with the child restraint system. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 61 Also, if there are any uncertainties, check the user’s guide included with the child restraint system or contact the retailer of the child restraint system. • “universal” • “semi-universal” • “restricted” LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 62 Use only a front-facing child child restraint system. restraint system. Vehicles with airbag manual on-off switch: Use only a front- Includes a top tether anchorage facing child restraint system when the point. airbag manual on-off switch is on. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 63 If your child restraint system has no kind of “fixture” (or if you cannot find informa- tion in the table below), please refer to the child restraint system “vehicle list” for compatibility information or ask the retailer of your child seat. Fixture Description Full-height, forward-facing child restraint systems Reduced-height forward-facing child restraint systems LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 64  If the seat belt shoulder anchor is ahead of the child seat belt guide, LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 65 Also, if there are any uncertainties, check the user’s guide included with the child restraint system or contact the retailer of the child restraint system. • “universal” • “semi-universal” • “restricted” LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 66 : Adjust the seatback angle to the most upright position. When installing a for- ward- facing child seat, if there is a gap between the child seat and the seatback, adjust the seatback angle until good contact is achieved. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 67 If your child restraint system has no kind of “fixture” (or if you cannot find information in the table below), please refer to the child restraint system “vehicle list” for compatibility infor- mation or ask the retailer of your child seat. Fixture Description Full-height, forward-facing child restraint systems Reduced-height forward-facing child restraint systems LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 68 Child restraint system installation method Confirm with the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system about LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 69 Install the child restraint system in seat. (P.59, 64) accordance to the operation manual If installing the child restraint sys- enclosed with the child restraint sys- tem to the front passenger seat is tem. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 70 If your child restraint system does not provide a locking clip, you can purchase the following item from your Lexus dealer: If your child restraint system is not Locking clip for child restraint system equipped with a lock-off (a seat belt (Part No.
  • Page 71 FIX child restraint system) wise, put the head restraint in the Lower anchorages are provided for the upper most position. (P.145) outboard rear seats. (Tags or Buttons displaying the location of the anchor- ages are attached to the seats.) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 72 Other- ● When using the lower anchorages, be sure that there are no foreign objects around the anchorages and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child restraint system. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 73 Top strap WARNING ■ When installing a child restraint sys- Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ● Firmly attach the top strap and make sure that the belt is not twisted. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 74: Theft Deterrent System

    (key with a built-in transponder chip) The indicator stops flashing after the of another vehicle engine switch has been turned to Certification for the engine immobilizer system ■ For vehicles sold in Taiwan  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 75 1-3. Theft deterrent system For vehicles sold in Singapore  For vehicles sold in the Dominican Republic  For vehicles sold in Vietnam  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 76: Double Locking System

    Touch the sensor area on the outside door handle twice within 5 seconds. Using the wireless remote control: Press twice within 5 seconds. Canceling ■ Using the entry function: Hold the out- side door handle. Using the wireless remote control: LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 77: Alarm

     The intrusion sensor detects something moving inside the vehicle. (An intruder gets in the vehicle.) (if equipped)  The tilt sensor detects a change of vehicle inclination. (if equipped)  Any of the windows are broken. (if equipped) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 78 Setting ■ Close the doors and hood, and lock all ■ System maintenance the doors using the entry function (if The vehicle has a maintenance-free type equipped) or wireless remote control. alarm system. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 79 While the alarm is activated, a person ● will respond to movement inside the remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 80 The vehicle is parked in a place where ● The sensor may trigger the alarm in the fol- extreme vibrations or noises occur, such lowing situations: as in a parking garage. ● People or pets are in the vehicle. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 81 Tilt sensor detection considerations ■ Installing accessories other than genu- ● The sensor may trigger the alarm in the fol- ine Lexus parts or leaving objects lowing situations: between the driver’s seat and front passenger’s seat may reduce the ●...

  • Page 82: 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 ......97 Fuel consumption information101 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 83: Instrument Cluster Warning Lights And Indicators

    (P.424) Brake system warning light (P.423) (Red) ABS warning light (P.425) Charging system warning light (P.423) Electric power steering sys- Low engine oil pressure warn- tem warning light (P.425) ing light (P.423) (Yellow) High coolant temperature warning light (P.424) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 84 Parking brake indicator ous injury. Have the vehicle inspected by (P.427) your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs. Low fuel level warning light (P.427) Driver’s and front passenger’s...
  • Page 85 : These lights turn on when the engine (Orange) equipped) (P.245) switch is turned to the IGNITION ON Lexus parking assist-sensor mode to indicate that a system check is indicator (if equipped) being performed. They will turn off after (P.279) the engine is started, or after a few sec- onds.
  • Page 86 When this happens, the Eco Driving Indica- If this occurs, have the vehicle tor Light will turn off. inspected by your Lexus dealer. Zone of Eco driving : This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
  • Page 87 2-1. Instrument cluster The vehicle speed is approximately 130 ● km/h (80 mph) or higher. Settings of the display and non-display of the Eco Driving Indicator Light can be changed. (P.482) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 88: Gauges And Meters

    • Eco mode: Blue When in Normal mode/Custom mode, the background color is black. Clock Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the instrument panel. (P.349) Multi-information display Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (P.90) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 89 (at the entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.) When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system ● may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. ■ Pop-up display In some situations, a pop-up display will be temporarily displayed on the multi-informa- tion display or the odometer/trip LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 90 Switches between odometer, trip meter and maintenance required infor- mation (if equipped) displays. When the trip meter is displayed, pressing and holding the button will reset the trip meter. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 91: Multi-Information Display

    Return to the previous screen Warning message display (P.93) Press: Displays the screen regis- tered to When no screen has Settings display (P.93) been registered, the drive informa- tion screen will be displayed. Press and hold: Registers the currently LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 92 : The function can be reset by pressing respectively of the meter control switches Use the displayed average fuel consump- for longer than 1 second when the item tion as a reference. to reset is displayed. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 93 (P.235, 246) steering wheel, brake oil pressure, Display off ■ accelerator opening. A blank screen is displayed  The actual vehicle conditions may differ from those on the display screen, depending on the road con- ditions, outside temperature, vehicle LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 94 Settings display  Cruise control (P.267) The displayed icon changes depending The settings of the following items can on the system used. be changed, using the meter control switches. For functions that can be enabled or disabled, the function switches LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 95  Sway warning Select to set up the following items. Select to enable/disable the vehicle sway  Lexus parking assist-sensor warning. Select to enable/disable the Lexus parking  Sway sensitivity assist-sensor. Select to set the vehicle sway warning sen-  Volume sitivity.
  • Page 96 (message indicating mainte- phone system nance is required and distance until the • Stop & Start system duration next oil change) after engine oil mainte- nance is performed. • Stop & Start system status • Instrument panel brightness adjustment display LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 97  Initialization Select to reset the meter display settings. Lexus parking assist-sensor (if equipped) ■ Suspension of the settings display In the following situations, operation of the...

  • Page 98: Head-Up Display

     Pre-collision warning message (pre- Display position adjustment switch collision system) (if equipped) Display brightness adjustment (P.223) switch  Lexus parking assist-sensor (if Display brightness can be adjusted to the equipped) (P.278) desired level.  Parking Support Brake function (for “HUD” button static objects) (if equipped) “DISP”...
  • Page 99 In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monox- ide (CO) may collect and enter the vehi- cle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 100 Suggests the Zone of Eco driving with cur- rent Eco driving ratio based on accelera- tion. Eco driving ratio based on acceler- ation If the acceleration exceeds the Zone of Eco driving, the right side of the Eco Driv- Higher ing Indicator Zone Display will illuminate. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 101 If the button is left alone without being operated for a short time, setting will be finished automatically. ■ When the battery is disconnected The customize settings of the head-up dis- play will be reset. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 102: Fuel Consumption Information

    Touchpad the engine switch was last turned to IGNITION ON mode. Use the dis- : For use of the Remote Touch, refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System played average fuel consumption as a Owner’s Manual”. reference. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 103 Use the displayed average fuel consump- Updating the history data ■ tion as a reference. Update the latest fuel consumption by selecting “Clip” to measure the current fuel consumption again. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 104 Use the displayed average fuel consump- tion as a reference. History ■ Displays the average fuel consumption and highest fuel consumption. The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. Use the displayed average fuel consump- tion as a reference. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 105 2-1. Instrument cluster LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 106: Before Driving

    Driving position memory ..Head restraints......3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors Steering wheel ......Inside rear view mirror..... Outside rear view mirrors..3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof Power windows ......Moon roof ........Electronic sunshade....LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 107: Keys

    The following keys are provided with facing the Lexus emblem. the vehicle. The card key is not waterproof. ●...
  • Page 108 (To remove the battery cover, lightly grasp and pull it.) If the battery is Do not get the keys wet or wash them ● corroded, have your Lexus dealer in an ultrasonic washer, etc. replace the battery. ● Do not attach metallic or magnetic ●...
  • Page 109 3-1. Key information your Lexus dealer. NOTICE The surface of the card key may be ● Theft deterrent panic mode (if ■ damaged, or its coating may peel off in equipped) the following situations: When is pressed for longer than •...
  • Page 110 If it is difficult to take out the mechanical ● key, push down the release button using a pen tip, etc. If it is still difficult to pull it out, use a coin, etc. ● To store the mechanical key in the card LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 111: 3-2. Opening, Closing And Locking The Doors

    Grip any passen- : These settings must be customized at ger door handle to unlock all the your Lexus dealer. doors. : The model code is indicated on the Make sure to touch the sensor on the back manufacturer’s label or the Certification...
  • Page 112 Security feature If a door is not opened within approximately Holding a door han- 30 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, dle unlocks all the the security feature automatically locks the Exterior: Beeps doors. vehicle again. twice Interior: Pings once LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 113 Locking the doors will set the alarm system. to prepare for any unpredictable move- (P.76) ment. ■ Conditions affecting the operation of the smart entry & start system or wire- less remote control P.129 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 114 20 km/h (12mph) or higher. All doors are auto- Shift position linked matically locked door locking func- when shifting the tion Locks the door shift lever out of P. Unlocks the door LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 115: Back Door

    Do not allow a child to open or close ● the back door. Doing so may cause the back door to move unexpectedly, or cause the child’s hands, head, or neck to be caught by the closing back door. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 116 When installing an accessory part to the back door, using a genuine Lexus part is recommended. Unlocking and locking the back Vehicles with power back door: The ●...
  • Page 117 To protect the cover, place a rag between (vehicles without power back the flathead screwdriver and the cover as door) shown in the illustration. Open ■ Raise the back door while pressing up the back door opener switch. Move the lever. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 118 ● Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Lexus parts to the back door. ● Do not place your hand on the damper stay or apply lateral forces to it.
  • Page 119 Pressing the again will reverse the operation. Closing the back door using the ■ back door handle Lower the back door using the back door handle, then a buzzer sounds and the back door automatically closes. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 120 • Perform the entire kick operation ■ Power back door operating conditions within 1 second. • The back door will not start operat- Except for Malaysia  ing while a foot is detected under With the power back door operations set ● LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 121 Operation of the power back door ■ If the switch on the lower part of ● ● A buzzer sounds and the emergency the power back door is pressed when the flashers flash twice to indicate that the LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 122 ■ When reconnecting the battery When an accessory is installed to the rear ● bumper To enable the power back door to operate properly, close the back door manually. If an accessory has been installed, turn the LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 123 The back door then has to be operated manually. Take extra care Customization ■ when on an incline, as the back door Settings (e.g. back door automatic open may open or close unexpectedly. and stop position) can be changed. (Cus- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 124 When installing an acces- sory part to the back door, using a genuine Lexus part is recommended. Jam protection function ■ Observe the following precautions.
  • Page 125 ■ To prevent damage to the power back If it does not operate, have the vehicle door inspected by your Lexus dealer. Make sure that there is no ice between ● ● Do not apply coatings that have a rain...
  • Page 126 If it does not operate, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. Do not subject the kick sensor or its ● surrounding area to a strong impact.
  • Page 127 When the power back door control switches. does the opening operation the next time, When OFF is selected and the operations the door will open to the initial settings posi- of the kick sensor is made to stop from the tion. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 128: Smart Entry & Start System

     Starts and stops the engine navigation system or multimedia system. (P.174) ■ Antenna location Antennas outside the cabin Antennas inside the cabin Antenna inside the luggage compart- ment Antenna outside the luggage compart- ment LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 129 The system can be operated when the elec- display tronic key is inside the vehicle. The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer ■ If an alarm sounds or a warning message immediately. is displayed Battery-saving function ■...
  • Page 130 • Metallic wallets or bags As long as the electronic key is within the ● • Coins effective range, the doors may be locked • Hand warmers made of metal or unlocked by anyone. • Media such as CDs and DVDs LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 131 If the smart entry & start system has been car wash, a message may be shown on deactivated in a customized setting, refer to the multi-information display and a the explanations for the following opera- buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 132 Locking and unlocking the doors: Stopping the engine: P.175 Use the wireless remote control or ● mechanical key. (P.110, 458) Certification for the smart entry & start system ■ For vehicles sold in Taiwan  For vehicles sold in Singapore  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 133 3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors For vehicles sold in the Dominican Republic  For vehicles sold in Panama  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 134 3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors For vehicles sold in Vietnam  For vehicles sold in Argentina  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 135 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 136: Adjusting The Seats

    Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the driver to lose con- trol of the vehicle. ● After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position. (manual seat) Seat position adjustment switch LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 137: 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 with the seatback. Seatback angle adjustment switch LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 138 Stow the rear center seat belt, seat belt buckles and armrest. (P.39) Lower the head restraint of the rear seat. (P.144) Folding down rear seatbacks (man- ■ ual seat) Pull the seatback angle adjustment lever and fold down the seatback. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 139  Returning the rear seatbacks ■ (manual seat) Raise the rear seatback until it locks. Check that the plate for the seat belt is on the front side of the seat. When using the seat belt for the rear LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 140 When operating the rear seat switch: The seatback position is within the range Operating conditions for folding down ■ in the following illustration from the most the seatback (power seat) upright position. When the following conditions are met, switch operations are possible. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 141 Do not fold the seatbacks down while ● seatbacks. (P.39) driving. Stop the vehicle on level ground, set ● the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 142: Driving Position Memory

    • The shift lever has been shifted to P. • The engine switch has been turned off. • The driver’s seat belt has been unfastened. When any of the following has been LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 143 TION ON mode. tion (memory recall function) Registering procedure ■ 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. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 144 The unlock door settings of the memory recall function can be customized. (either lock or unlock) until the (Customizable features: P.482) buzzer sounds twice. If it could not be canceled, the buzzer sounds continuously for approximately 3 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 145: Head Restraints

    The position of the head restraint can Down be adjusted forward in 4 stages. Push the head restraint down while press- If the head restraint is pulled forward ing the lock release button from the foremost position, it will return to the rearmost position. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 146 (P.135, 136) 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 147: 3-4. Adjusting The Steering Wheel And Mirrors

    Power type  (manual type only) Operating the switch moves the steer- Make sure that the steering wheel is ing wheel in the following directions: securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 148: Inside Rear View Mirror

    To sound the horn, press on or close to WARNING Caution while driving ■ mark. Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving. Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and cause an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 149 ON mode, the indicator illuminates. The function will set to ON mode each time the engine switch is turned to IGNI- TION ON mode. Pressing the button turns the function to OFF mode. (The indicator also turns off.) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 150: Outside Rear View Mirrors

    Automatic anti-glare function (if ■ equipped) When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror is set to automatic mode, the outside rear view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to reduce reflected light. (P.148) Left Right LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 151 To avoid personal injury and mirror mal- function, be careful not to get your hand will also change. caught by the moving mirror. When the normal position is changed, read- just the angle in reversing. Folding and extending the mir- rors LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 152: 3-5. Opening, Closing The Windows And Moon Roof

    If an object becomes jammed between the Pull and hold the power window switch window and the window frame while the in the one-touch closing direction window is closing, window movement is again. After the door window is com- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 153 ● When using the wireless remote con- closed or opened, have the vehicle trol or mechanical key and operating inspected by your Lexus dealer. the power windows, operate the Door lock linked window operation ■ power window after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of any ●...

  • Page 154: 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 155 Lexus dealer. Sunshade ■ ■ When the moon roof does not move...
  • Page 156 Lexus dealer. ● When exiting the vehicle, turn the ■ Moon roof open warning buzzer engine switch off, carry the key and exit the vehicle along with the child.

  • Page 157: Electronic Sunshade

    Your hand may get caught and you could injure yourself. Also, if the vehi- cle is left in direct sunlight for a long time, the underside of the roof could become very hot and could cause burns. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 158 Close Lexus dealer. Press and hold the “CLOSE” switch. The electronic sunshade fully closes automati- cally. : Lightly press either end of the switch to stop the electronic sunshade while it is operating.
  • Page 159 3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 160: Driving

    ..........181 Stop & Start system....Turn signal lever ......PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ............277 Parking brake ......186 Lexus parking assist-sensor . Brake Hold........189 Parking Support Brake function ASC (Active Sound Control)190 (for static objects) ....4-3. Operating the lights and wipers BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..292...

  • Page 161: Before Driving

    Set the parking brake (P.187), erly. and shift the shift lever to P Engine speed while driving ■ (P.178, 182). In the following conditions, the engine LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 162 When starting the vehicle ■ ■ Breaking in your new Lexus Always keep your foot on the brake To extend the life of the vehicle, observing pedal while stopped with the engine run- the following precautions is recommended: ning.
  • Page 163 Wet brake pads may prevent the cle in the normal way: P.414 brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning properly, steering con- trol may be affected. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 164 ● the vehicle is moving forward. Have the brake pads checked and Doing so can damage the transmission replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as and may result in a loss of vehicle con- possible. trol. Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
  • Page 165 In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the brak- ing distance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 166 In the event that you drive on a flooded pedals at the same time to hold the road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure vehicle on a hill. to have your Lexus dealer check the fol- lowing: ■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts ●...

  • Page 167: Cargo And Luggage

    ● Never allow anyone to ride in the lug- gage compartment. It is not designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop- erly fastened. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 168 Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of con- trol or vehicle rollover due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly and result in death or serious injury. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 169: Trailer Towing (Vehicles Without Towing Package)

    Lexus warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial pur- poses. Ask your local Lexus dealer for fur- ther details before towing, as there are additional legal requirements in some countries. Weight limits...
  • Page 170 4-1. Before driving Permissible drawbar load Towing hitch/bracket Allocate the trailer load so that the draw- Lexus recommends the use of the bar load is 25 kg (55.1 lb.). Lexus hitch/bracket for your vehicle. Information tag (manufacturer’s ■ Other products of a suitable nature...
  • Page 171 713 mm (28.1 in.) 643 mm (25.3 in.) 757 mm (29.8 in.) 818 mm (32.2 in.) 767 mm (30.2 in.) 1070 mm (42.1 in.) 355 mm (14.0 in.) 32 mm (1.3 in.) 413 mm (16.3 in.) 43 mm (1.7 in.) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 172 Break-in schedule ■ Practicing driving with a coupled ■ Lexus recommends that vehicles fitted with trailer new power train components should not be used for towing trailers for the first 800 km  Get the feel for turning, stopping (500 miles).
  • Page 173 The vehicle may also be rocked by passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when moving alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement occurs, immediately start to LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 174 Doing so may result in the brake over- heating or reduce braking effects. NOTICE Do not directly splice trailer lights ■ Directly splicing trailer lights may dam- age your vehicle’s electrical system and cause a malfunction. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 175: 4-2. Driving Procedures

    4-2. Driving procedures have been deactivated. (P.73) 4-2.Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch Contact your Lexus dealer. ● Check that the shift lever is securely set in Performing the following opera- P. The engine may not start if the shift lever is displaced out of P. “To Start Vehi- tions when carrying the electronic cle, Put Shift Lever into P”...
  • Page 176 Lexus dealer. The system may be malfunctioning. Have ■ Symptoms indicating a malfunction the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer with the engine switch immediately. If the engine switch seems to be operat- Electronic key battery ■...
  • Page 177 ■ Auto power off function If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 178: Automatic Transmission

    This may indicate a malfunction in the auto- matic transmission system. Have the vehicle : Any gear range can be fixed when driv- inspected by your Lexus dealer. (In this situ- ing in M mode. ation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when the shift lever is in D.)
  • Page 179 Be careful of downshifting and sudden problem with the shift lock system. Have the acceleration, as this could result in the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer vehicle skidding to the side or spinning. immediately. The following steps may be used as an...
  • Page 180 Selecting shift ranges in the D 1st gear is set position A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift To drive using temporary shift range range. selection, operate the “-” paddle shift LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 181 In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.) Upshifting Downshifting The gear changes once every time the shift lever or paddle shift switch is operated. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 182: Continuously Variable Transmission

    “Transmission Fluid Temp High See Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi- information display and a function is adopted that automatically selects a higher gear ratio when the fluid temperature is high. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 183 P, the vehicle may suddenly start lead- foot on the brake pedal, there may be a ing to an accident which may result in problem with the shift lock system. Have the death or serious injury. vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 184  A lower gear step will provide gear step of your choice. The gear step greater engine braking force than a can be selected by operating the shift higher gear step, and the engine LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 185  A lower gear step will provide greater accelerating force and engine braking force than a higher gear step, and the engine revolu- tions will also increase.  If you accelerate while in gear step 1 to 7, the gear step may automatically LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 186: Turn Signal Lever

    The left hand signals will flash 3 times. mode. Left turn 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.482 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 187: Parking Brake

    Automatic mode lamp Parking brake lamp Parking brake lamp Automatic mode lamp The parking brake is set or released LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 188 If the parking brake indicator light and information display and the buzzer sounds. parking brake lamp flashes, operate ■ Parking the vehicle the switch again. (P.427) P.160 Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ■ A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 189 Have the vehicle inspected by your the driver of the need for caution. If a warn- Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs. ing message is shown on the multi-informa- tion display, read the message and follow the instructions.

  • Page 190: Brake Hold

    If any of the conditions above are detected The system may be malfunctioning. Have when the brake hold system is enabled, the the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. system will turn off and the brake hold standby indicator light will go off. In addi- Warning messages and buzzers ■...

  • Page 191: Asc (Active Sound Control)

    P and set the parking brake. Louder Lower The indicator comes on when the ASC system is on. When the dial is turned to the lowest volume, the ASC system will be turned off and the indicator will go off. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 192 When the driving mode select switch is not The ASC system may be temporarily can- in Eco mode. celed depending on the driving conditions, such as when the tires slip due to sudden acceleration. Certification for the ASC (Active Sound Control) ■ LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 193 4-2. Driving procedures LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 194: Operating The Lights And Wipers

    Operating conditions of AUTO mode ■ listed above turn on. The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. The headlights and all the Daytime running light system ■ lights listed above turn on and off ● To make your vehicle more visible to LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 195 All the lights will Type B  turn off automatically 20 minutes after the battery-saving function has been reacti- When the light switch is in the ● vated: ● When the headlight switch is operated position: The headlights and front LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 196 The headlights and all the lights listed above turn on and off automatically. The front position, tail, The daytime running lights license plate, instrument panel and turn on. (P.196) switch lights turn on. The headlights and all lights LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 197 IGNITION ON mode, or turn turned off the battery saving function will the light switch to the operate and automatically turn off all the position once and then back to the lights after approximately 20 minutes. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 198 Pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the high beams Pull the lever toward you and release it once. with the light switch is in You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 199: Ahs (Adaptive High-Beam System)

     Operates the shaded high beams so that the area around vehicles ahead is partially not illuminated while all other areas continue to be illumi- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 200 The Adaptive High-beam System indicator Press the Adaptive High-beam Sys- will turn off and the high beam indicator tem switch. will turn on. Press the switch to activate the Adaptive The Adaptive High-beam System indicator High-beam System again. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 201 • When driving in inclement weather • When vehicles ahead suddenly appear (heavy rain, snow, fog, sandstorms, etc.) from a curve • When the windshield is obscured by fog, • When the vehicle is cut in front of by mist, ice, dirt, etc. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 202: Automatic High Beam

    Press the Automatic High Beam switch. The Automatic High Beam indicator will come on when the headlights are turned LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 203 • Vehicles ahead have headlights or tail • When oncoming vehicles suddenly lights that are either switched off, dirty, appear from a curve are changing color, or are not aimed • When the vehicle is cut in front of by properly. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 204 ● • The vehicle’s headlights are damaged or genuine windshield. dirty. Contact your Lexus dealer. • The vehicle is listing or titling, due to a flat tire, a trailer being towed, etc. • The driver believes that the high beam...

  • Page 205: Fog Light Switch

    Operating instructions (Left- hand drive vehicles) Front fog light switch  Turns the fog lights off Turns the fog lights on Rear fog light switch  Turns the rear fog light on Releasing the switch ring returns it to LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 206 Rear fog light switch  Turns the rear fog light on Releasing the switch ring returns it to Front and rear fog light switch  Operating the switch ring again turns the rear fog light off. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 207 Front and rear fog light switch  turned on. NOTICE ■ To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is off. Turns the front and rear fog lights off Turns the front fog lights on LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 208: Windshield Wipers And Washer207

    Washer/wiper dual opera- tion Pulling the lever operates the wipers and washer. The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. Vehicles with headlight cleaners: When the headlights are on and the lever is pulled LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 209 (Right-hand drive vehicles) with rain volume and vehicle speed. Operate the lever and switch as fol- The sensor sensitivity can be adjusted lows to operate the wipers. The lever when is selected. will return to its original position after operation. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 210 Intermittent operation ate once. After this, the headlight cleaners will operate every 5th time the lever is Low speed operation pulled. High speed operation Temporary operation Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected. Increases the intermittent wind- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 211 The windshield wipers and washer can ■ be operated when when is selected. The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. Dripping prevention wiper sweep (vehi- ■ cles with rain-sensing windshield wip- ers) After washing and wiping operation several LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 212 ■ ● If the wiper switch is turned to the In this case, contact your Lexus dealer. position while the engine switch is in Do not try to clear it with a pin or other IGNITION ON mode, the wipers will object.

  • Page 213: Rear Window Wiper And Washer

    The wiper will automatically operate a cou- the rear wiper as follows: ple of times after the washer squirts. Operating the wiper lever (Right-hand drive vehicles) Operating the switch operates the rear wiper as follows: Intermittent operation Normal operation LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 214 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 215: 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 216 When the fuel filler door is closed after the vehicle’s doors are locked Warning buzzer for loose fuel cap ■ When the engine switch is IGNITION ON mode and the cap is loose, the buzzer sounds and a message is displayed on the multi-information display. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 217 WARNING When replacing the fuel tank cap ■ Do not use anything but a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other inci- dent which may result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 218: 4-5. Using The Driving Support Systems

    Lexus Safety System+ Lexus Safety System+ ■ : If equipped The Lexus Safety System+ is designed to operate under the assumption that the The Lexus Safety System+ consists driver will drive safely, and is designed to of the following drive assist systems...
  • Page 219 • If the inner side of the windshield where the front camera is installed is If the front of the radar sensor or the front dirty, contact your Lexus dealer. or back of the grille cover is dirty or cov- ered with water droplets, snow, etc., clean it.
  • Page 220 If the part of the windshield in front of may obstruct the front camera. Con- the front camera is fogged up or cov- tact your Lexus dealer for details. ered with condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove the If a surfboard or other long object is to ●...
  • Page 221 4-5. Using the driving support systems Certification ■ For vehicles sold in Singapore  For vehicles sold in Vietnam  For vehicles sold in Jordan  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 222 4-5. Using the driving support systems For vehicles sold in Thailand  For vehicles sold in Taiwan  ■ If a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display A system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be a malfunction in the system. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 223 In the following situations, perform the actions specified in the table. When the normal ● operating conditions are detected, the message will disappear and the system will become operational. If the message does not disappear, contact your Lexus dealer. Situation Actions When the area around a sensor is covered...

  • Page 224: Pcs (Pre-Collision System)

    The pre-collision system can be dis- different. Contact your Lexus dealer abled/enabled and the warning tim- for details. ing can be changed. (P.225) System functions...
  • Page 225 ● If the vehicle is stopped by the opera- tion of the pre-collision braking func- tion, the pre-collision braking function operation will be canceled after approximately 2 seconds. Depress the brake pedal as necessary. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 226 If the system is disabled, the PCS warn- mometer or speedometer tester, or ing light will turn on and a message will when using an on vehicle wheel bal- be displayed on the multi-information ancer display. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 227 Approx. 10 to 180 km/h (7 Approx. 10 to 180 km/h (7 to Vehicles to 110 mph) 110 mph) Approx. 10 to 80 km/h (7 to Approx. 10 to 80 km/h (7 to Bicyclists and pedestrians 50 mph) 50 mph) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 228 (P.229) The illustration shows an image of detectable objects. Region A  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 229 • When there is a detectable object or cover, steel plate, etc.), steps, or a protru- other object by the roadside at the sion in front of your vehicle entrance of a curve • When passing under an object (road LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 230 • If a detectable object makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving, acceleration or deceleration) • When your vehicle approaches a detect- able object rapidly • When a detectable object is not directly LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 231 : Applicable to vehicles designed for a tunnel, making a detectable object countries/areas that detection of pedes- appear to be nearly the same color as its trians and/or bicyclists is possible surroundings (P.223) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 232: Lta (Lane Tracing Assist)

    (yellow) lane lines or a course using the front camera. Addition- ally, it detects preceding vehicles using the front camera and radar. : Boundary between asphalt and the side of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 233 Do not modify the suspension etc. If the suspension etc. needs to be When not using the LTA system, use ● replaced, contact your Lexus dealer. the LTA switch to turn the system off. ● Do not install or place anything on the Situations unsuitable for LTA system ■...
  • Page 234 Repair marks of asphalt, white (yellow) lines, etc. are present due to road ● Vehicle is being driven around a sharp repair. curve. ● There are shadows on the road that run parallel with, or cover, the white (yellow) lines. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 235 When the warning buzzer sounds or rough road. the steering wheel vibrates, check the The traffic lane is excessively narrow ● area around your vehicle and carefully or wide. operate the steering wheel to move the vehicle back to the center of the lane. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 236 : Boundary between asphalt and the side of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 237 Press the LTA switch again to turn the LTA system off. When the LTA system is turned on or off, operation of the LTA system continues in the same condition the next time the engine is started. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 238 Lane departure alert function dis- LTA system is operating. Illuminated in green: play Steering wheel assistance of the steering Displayed when the multi-information dis- assist function or lane centering function is play is switched to the driving assist system operating. information screen. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 239 (32 mph) or more. (32 mph) or more. • Width of traffic lane is approximately 3 m • System recognizes white (yellow) lane (9.8 ft.) or more. lines or a course . (When a white [yel- • No system malfunctions are detected. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 240 If the operation conditions (P.238) are no longer met while the lane centering function is operating, the steering wheel may vibrate and the buzzer may sound to indicate that the function has been tem- porarily canceled. However, if the “Alert” LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 241 The system may not be operating properly. ate. Also, if the system determines that the Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus vehicle is driving around a curve, warnings dealer. will occur earlier than during straight-lane driving.

  • Page 242: Lda (Lane Departure Alert With Steering Control)

    A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are ● equipped. When the tires have been excessively ● worn, or when the tire inflation pres- sure is low. ● When tires of a size other than speci- fied are installed. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 243 ● Vehicle is driven where the road the suspension, etc. needs to be diverges, merges, etc. replaced, contact your Lexus dealer. ● Do not install or place anything on the hood or grille. Also, do not install a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.).
  • Page 244 The traffic lane is excessively narrow ● : Boundary between asphalt and the side or wide. of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 245 : Boundary between asphalt and the side of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 246 Indicates that steering wheel assistance of the steering assist function is operating. Lane departure alert function dis- play Displayed when the multi-information dis- play is switched to the driving assist system information screen. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 247 • System recognizes white (yellow) lane met, a function may be temporarily can- lines or a course . (When a white [yellow] celed. However, when the operation condi- tions are met again, operation of the line or course is recognized on only one LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 248 When the system determines that the ● driver is driving without holding the steer- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 249: Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range

    “Lane Departure Alert Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”  Vehicle-to-vehicle distance con- The system may not be operating properly. trol mode (P.251) Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus  Constant speed control mode dealer. (P.255) “Lane Departure Alert Unavailable” ●...
  • Page 250 ● Switch the dynamic radar cruise con- trol with full-speed range setting to off using the “ON/OFF” button when not in use. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 251 ● Roads where there are pedestrians, cyclists, etc. ● In heavy traffic On roads with sharp bends ● On winding roads ● ● On slippery roads, such as those cov- ered with rain, ice or snow LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 252 100 m (328 ft.) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-vehicle following dis- tance, and operates to maintain a suitable following distance from the vehicle ahead. The desired vehicle-to-vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch. When driving on downhill slopes, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance may become shorter. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 253 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 254 In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be increased or decreased as follows: Fine adjustment: By 1 km/h (0.6 mph) or 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the lever is LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 255 (vehi- cle-to-vehicle distance control mode) Long After the vehicle ahead of you starts Medium off, push the lever up. Short Your vehicle will also resume follow-up The vehicle-to-vehicle distance is set auto- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 256 Selecting constant speed con- trol mode Approach warning (vehicle-to- vehicle distance control mode) When constant speed control mode is selected, your vehicle will maintain a When your vehicle is too close to a set speed without controlling the vehi- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 257 If the vehicle ahead starts off within 3 sec- onds after your vehicle stops, follow-up Canceling and resuming the speed setting: cruising will be resumed. Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to- ■ vehicle distance control mode Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled in the following situ- ations. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 258 ● is automatically canceled for any reasons ● Vehicles traveling at low speeds other than the above, there may be a mal- function in the system. Contact your Lexus ● Vehicles that are not moving in the same dealer. lane Automatic cancelation of constant ■...
  • Page 259 As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, the system may not operate properly. ● When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow When steering wheel operation or your ● position in the lane is unstable LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 260: Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

    Therefore, the driver must always remain alert, assess the danger of each situation and drive safely. Relying solely on this system or assuming the system ensures safety while driving can lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 261 ● When there is rain, snow, etc. on the front surface of the radar or front cam- In traffic conditions that require fre- ● quent repeated acceleration and deceleration LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 262 (the stop lights will come on at this time). The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver. Approach warning warns you when the system cannot decelerate sufficiently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 263 (at or above approximately 30 km/h [20 mph]) Increases the speed and push the lever down to set the Decreases the speed speed. Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the Cruise control “SET” indicator will come lever in the desired direction. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 264 : When the set speed is shown in “km/h” played. : When the set speed is shown in “MPH” Changing the vehicle-to-vehicle distance (vehicle-to-vehicle dis- tance control mode) Pressing the switch changes the vehi- cle-to-vehicle distance as follows: LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 265  Immediately after the cruise control Pushing the lever up resumes the speed was set cruise control and returns vehicle  When depressing the accelerator speed to the set speed. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 266 When the VSC or TRC system is turned ● Cruise control “SET” indicator will come off. ● The sensor cannot detect correctly The vehicle speed at the moment the lever because it is covered in some way. is released becomes the set speed. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 267 Vehicles that are not moving in the same ● other than the above, there may be a mal- lane function in the system. Contact your Lexus ● Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers dealer. with no load on board, etc.) Automatic cancelation of constant ■...

  • Page 268: Cruise Control

    Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations. Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. Roads where there are pedestrians, ● cyclers, etc. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 269 When your vehicle is towing a trailer ● The shift lever is in D. ● or during emergency towing NX 300: Range 4 or higher of D has ● been selected by using the paddle shift Setting the vehicle speed switch.
  • Page 270 VSC is activated. desired speed and then pushing the lever down to set the new speed. ● TRC is activated for a period of time. When the VSC or TRC system is turned ● off by pressing the VSC off switch. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 271: Stop & Start System

    • The battery is undergoing a periodic automatically re-enabled once the engine recharge. switch is turned off, and then the engine is • The battery is not sufficiently charged, started. such as if the vehicle has been parked for LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 272 OFF. components and wireless devices may ■ Hood affect the Stop & Start system. Contact your Lexus dealer for details. If the hood is opened while the engine is ● stopped by the Stop & Start system, the ■...
  • Page 273 If the difference “For Climate 60 minutes), the bat- between the set tem- Control” tery may have deterio- perature and cabin rated. temperature is small, Have the vehicle the system will be inspected by your enabled. Lexus dealer. • is ON. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 274 Visit Your Dealer” is displayed on the multi-information display your Lexus dealer. The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. If the Stop & Start cancel indicator con- ■ tinues to flash The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
  • Page 275 If any one of the following situations occurs, the Stop & Start system may not select and then press be operating correctly, thus, please have your vehicle checked by your Lexus the meter control switch dealer. Press of the meter control ●...
  • Page 276 Release the brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal. The engine will restart. The Stop & Start The engine will restart. The brake hold indicator will go off. operated indicator (yellow) and the Stop & Start indicator will go off. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 277  When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, pressing the Stop & Start cancel switch will restart the engine. From the next time the vehicle is stopped (after Stop & Start system has been turned LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 278: Pksa (Parking Support Alert)277

    PKSA (Parking Support Alert) system Lexus parking assist-sensor (if ■ equipped) Ultrasonic sensors are used to detect static objects in the detection area when driving at a low speed or backing up.

  • Page 279: Lexus Parking Assist-Sensor

    Rear corner sensor operation System components Rear center sensor operation  Navigation or multimedia system Types of sensors ■ Lexus parking assist monitor  Front corner sensors Panoramic view monitor  Front center sensors Rear corner sensors Rear center sensors Display ■...
  • Page 280 (Will not reactivate via mph) with the shift lever in D engine switch operations). • When the Lexus parking assist is turned off once and turned on again • When the engine switch is turned off once and turned to IGNITION ON mode again •...
  • Page 281 4-5. Using the driving support systems view monitor system or Lexus parking assist noises producing ultrasonic waves. monitor is in use, the warning indicator will • There is another vehicle equipped with appear in the upper corner of the screen parking assist sensors in the vicinity.
  • Page 282 Notes when washing the vehicle ■ WARNING Do not apply intensive bursts of water or When using the Lexus parking assist- ■ steam to the sensor area. sensor Doing so may result in the sensor mal- functioning.
  • Page 283 (However, if the distance between the vehi- cm (1.0 ft.) cle and object is 30 cm (1.0 ft.) or less, this function will not operate.) 30 cm (1.0 ft.) to 15 cm (0.5 ft.) Less than 15 cm (0.5ft.) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 284: Parking Support Brake Function (For Static Objects)

    The accelerator pedal is depressed ■ walls, and reduce resulting dam- too far age. Examples of system operation The system operates in the following situations when a static object is detected in the traveling direction of the vehicle. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 285 The Parking Sup- tion. Have the vehicle inspected by port Brake function (for static objects) your Lexus dealer. can provide support to lessen the severity of collisions. However, it may When using a high-pressure washer to ●...
  • Page 286 When the Parking Support Brake func- Operation Engine output restraint control ■ When there is a static object, where a potential collision may occur, is detected, the increase of the vehicle speed is restrained due to engine output being controlled. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 287 “BRAKE!” is displayed in the multi-information display “Switch to Brake” is displayed in the multi-information display Brake Control ■ If the accelerator is continuously depressed even after the engine output is being controlled, the brakes are engaged and the vehicle decelerates. Accelerator pedal Brake pedal LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 288 Parking Support Brake function (for In any of the following situations, the system static objects) may not start operating. stops operating. ● Engine output restriction control • The Parking Support Brake function (for static objects) has been turned off LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 289 • The vehicle is tilted a large amount • The height of the vehicle has drastically changed due to the carried load (the nose tilts up or down) • The direction of the sensor has deviated due to a collision or other impact LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 290 The system may not be operating properly. vehicle, a vehicle detector, a motorcycle Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus engine or the air brake of a large vehicle dealer. • Electronic components (such as a backlit...
  • Page 291 Naviga- ● The vehicle is being loaded onto a ship, tion/multime- — truck or other transport vessel dia system screen The suspension has been lowered or ● tires that have a different size than the genuine tires are equipped LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 292 PKSB OFF versa), system operation automatically Not illuminated Indicator resumes. ■ Clearance sonar buzzer Buzzer Short beep Regardless of whether the clearance sonar is on or off, if the Parking Support Brake LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 293: Bsm (Blind Spot Monitor)

     The Rear Cross Traffic Alert func- when the brake pedal is depressed. tion Depressing the accelerator pedal again allows you to proceed forward and leave Assists the driver when backing up the area. These functions use the same sen- sors. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 294 If the turn signal lever is operated toward the detected side, the outside rear BSM main switch view mirror indicator will flash. Pressing the switch turns the system on or Rear Cross Traffic Alert function: LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 295 There may be a sensor malfunction or volt- or left at the rear of the vehicle is detected, age abnormality. Have the vehicle both outside rear view mirror indicators inspected at a Lexus dealer. will flash. Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer (Rear Cross Traffic Alert function...
  • Page 296 4-5. Using the driving support systems Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor ■ For vehicles sold in South Africa  For vehicles sold in the United Arab Emirates  For vehicles sold in Bahrain  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 297 4-5. Using the driving support systems For vehicles sold in Qatar  For vehicles sold in Jordan  For vehicles sold in Singapore  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 298 4-5. Using the driving support systems For vehicles sold in Indonesia  For vehicles sold in Vietnam  For vehicles sold in Philippines  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 299 4-5. Using the driving support systems For vehicles sold in El Salvador  For vehicles sold in Taiwan  For vehicles sold in Lebanon  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 300 Do not paint the rear bumper any ● color other than an official Lexus color. Approximately 1 m (3.3 ft.) forward ● If the radar sensor needs to be of the rear bumper replaced, contact your Lexus dealer.
  • Page 301 • When driving on roads with sharp bends, weather, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog consecutive curves, or uneven surfaces • When multiple vehicles are approaching • When the tires are slipping or spinning with only a small gap between each vehi- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 302 ■ play (if equipped) system screen. When a vehicle approaching from the Lexus parking assist monitor  right or left at the rear of the vehicle is A vehicle is approaching from the left detected, the following will be dis- or right at the rear of the vehicle LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 303 5.5 m (18 ft.) mph) etc. ● Vehicles approaching from directly behind ■ The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is operational when Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles ● ● The BSM main switch is set to on. and similar stationary objects LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 304 • When the distance between your vehicle When backing out of a sharp angle park- ● and metal objects, such as a guardrail, ing spot wall, sigh, or parked vehicle, which may reflect electrical waves toward the rear of the vehicle, is short LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 305: Driving Mode Select Switch

    Eco mode In contrast to Normal mode when stepping on the accelerator pedal, torque genera- tion becomes slower, air conditioning operations (heating/cooling) are restrained, and driving is suited for improved fuel consumption. When not in Eco mode and the driving LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 306 When in Eco mode or Sport mode, when the switch is pressed, the system returns to When in Sport S mode and the driving Normal mode. Press the switch to change mode select switch is turned to the right, LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 307: Gpf (Gasoline Particulate Filter) System

    If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on or “Engine Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is shown on the multi- information display The amount of accumulated particulate matter has exceeded a certain level. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 308: Driving Assist Systems

    Provides cooperative control of the ABS, TRC, VSC and EPS. Helps to maintain directional stability when swerving on slippery road sur- faces by controlling steering perfor- mance. Trailer Sway Control ■ Helps the driver to control trailer sway LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 309 Examples of conditions where the system will switch to AWD are when cornering, going uphill, starting off or accelerating, and when the road surface is slippery due to snow, rain, etc. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 310 Lexus dealer. To turn the TRC system off, quickly press Sounds and vibrations caused by the ■...
  • Page 311 ● When driving with tire chains ● The shift lever is shifted to P or N ● The accelerator pedal is depressed ● When driving over bumps in the road The parking brake is engaged ● LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 312 VSC systems will not function correctly if slippery road surfaces. different tires are installed on the vehicle. Contact your Lexus dealer for further ● When Active Cornering Assist fre- information when replacing tires or quently operates, Active Cornering wheels.

  • Page 313: All-Wheel Drive Lock Switch (Awd Models)

    The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■ Automatic release for the All-wheel drive lock mode ● All-wheel drive lock mode is canceled when the brakes are applied to ensure the ABS and VSC systems operate effec- tively. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 314 4-5. Using the driving support systems All-wheel drive lock mode is canceled ● when the vehicle speed exceeds 40 km/h (25 mph). LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 315: 4-6. Driving Tips

    Request repairs or replacement of snow Failure to do so may result in a loss of tires from your Lexus dealer or legitimate vehicle control and cause death or seri- tire retailers. ous injury.
  • Page 316 P, there may be a problem bottom of your shoes before getting with the shift lock system. Have the vehi- in the vehicle. cle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. When driving the vehicle WARNING Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a ■...
  • Page 317 Always check local regu- lations before installing chains. ■ Tire chain installation Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains: ● Install and remove tire chains in a safe LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 318: Eco-Friendly Driving Tips

    When braking needed, turn the A/C switch off. Turn- ing the A/C switch on when unneces- Observe conditions in front of and sary leads to excessive fuel around the vehicle, and estimate your consumption. stopping position. Release the acceler- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 319 Carrying heavy luggage will lead to poor fuel economy. Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack will also cause poor fuel economy. Regular maintenance  Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper tire inflation pressure can cause poor LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 320: Utility Vehicle Precautions

    Therefore, the driver and all passengers should  Respect private property. Get always fasten their seat belts. owner’s permission before entering private property.  Do not enter areas that are closed. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 321 This may cause loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also risking expensive damage to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 322: Interior Features

    ............Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators....5-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list......338 5-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .... Luggage compartment features ............5-5. Using the other interior features Other interior features ... LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 323: Remote Touch

    Press this button to display the menu Operations are performed by touching screen. the touchpad with your finger. Back button  Trace Press this button to display the previous Trace the pad surface while maintaining screen. contact with the touch pad. Moving the LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 324 Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch to display the menu screen. The display may differ depending on the type of the system.  Pinch in/Pinch out Slide fingers toward each other or apart on the touchpad. Change the scale of the map. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 325 : This function is not made available in some countries or areas. Select to display the media con- : This function is not made available on trol screen. some models. Select to display the hands-free control screen. Select to display the “Apps” *1, 2 screen. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 326 “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”.  Side display The following functions can be displayed and operated on the side display. Navigation system Select to display the desired screen. Audio Vehicle information LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 327 Show/hide the side display. : Refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”. Screen display during low temperatures ■ When the ambient temperature is extremely low, screen response may be delayed even if the Remote Touch is oper- ated. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 328: Using The Air Conditioning System And Defogger

    The button positions and shapes will differ for right-hand drive vehicles. Also, the display and button positions will differ depending on the type of the system. Air conditioning controls Left-hand side temperature control switch Fan speed control switch Airflow mode control switch Right-hand side temperature control switch LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 329 Switching between outside air and ■ recirculated air modes Press the outside/recirculated air mode switch. The mode switches between outside air mode (the indicator is off) and recirculated air mode (the indicator is on) each time the button is pressed. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 330 The doors that can recall the air condi- equipped) tioning setting when unlocked using the smart entry & start system can be P.332 changed. For details, contact your Lexus dealer. Fogging up of the windows ■ : The doors that can recall the driving posi- ●...
  • Page 331 Air conditioning filter ■ ing the following operations. P.405 Flick operation: Move the pointer to ■ Customization the desired item and flick the touchpad Settings (e.g. A/C automatic mode switch LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 332 When the function is on, the indicator illu- Adjust the fan speed setting minates on the screen. Select the air flow mode : Air flows to the upper body : Air flows to the upper body and feet : Air flows to the feet LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 333 Select on the option control screen. Set cooling and dehumidification The indicator comes on when S-FLOW function on/off mode is on. Select again to return to the previ- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 334 Location of air outlets ■ mode indicator goes off. However, The air outlets and air volume changes automatic mode for functions other according to the selected air flow than that operated is maintained. mode. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 335 Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down Turn the knob to open or close the vent Rear  Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down Turn the knob to open or close the vent LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 336: Heated Steering Wheel/Seat Heat- Ers/Seat Ventilators

     Lo (1 segment lit)  Off Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) The level indicator (amber) light up into the seat. during operation. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 337 The indicator (green) and level indicator Hi (3 segments lit)  Mid (2 segments (green) light up during operation. lit)  Lo (1 segment lit)  Off The level indicator (amber) lights up during operation. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 338 5-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Operation condition ■ The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 339: 5-3. Using The Interior Lights

    When front interior lights and personal switch mode, the presence of the elec- lights do not respond as normal tronic key, whether the doors are When water, dirt, etc., have adhered to ● locked/unlocked, and whether the doors the lens surface are opened/closed. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 340 Never remove the lens for the front inte- rior light and personal lights. Otherwise, The front and rear interior lights turn on/off the lights will be damaged. If the lens when a door is opened/closed. need to remove, contact your Lexus dealer. Rear interior light ■ ■...
  • Page 341 5-3. Using the interior lights LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 342: Using The Storage Features

    Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause the following when cabin tempera- ture becomes high: ● Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with other stored items. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 343 ■ less charger) The glove box light turns on when the tail The tray slides forward/backward and can lights are on. be removed. Console box light ■ The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 344 Items that should be not stowed in the bottle holders Do not place open bottles or glass and paper cups containing liquid in the bottle holders. The contents may spill and glasses may break. Auxiliary box Remove the lid using the strap LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 345 The back side of the auxiliary box lid can ● be used as a vanity mirror. (P.349) Card holders Inside the glove box (right-hand  drive vehicles only) Open the glove box. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 346: Luggage Compartment Features

    Deck under tray Cargo net hooks Lift the deck board and attach the Raise the hook to use. hook. (P.346) The following item The cargo net can be hanged, using the can be stowed. hook. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 347 Vehicles with emergency tire punc-  ture repair kit Lift the deck board and remove the hook on the backside of the deck board. Warning reflector and other items First-aid kit and other items : The warning reflector itself is not LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 348 Remove the luggage cover. When the seatback for the rear seat is col- lapsed to the rear, remove the cover after LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 349 ● Do not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the lug- gage cover could result in damage to the luggage cover, possibly causing death or serious injury to the child. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 350: Using The Other Interior Features

    GPS time infor- mation. For details, refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”. Auxiliary box ■ Remove the lid of auxiliary box using the strap . (P.343) There is a vanity mirror on the back side of LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 351 Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit. To prevent battery discharge ■ Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is off. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 352 Press the power supply switch of the wireless charger. 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 engine off, the on/off state of LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 353 Suspected causes Handling method  When the portable device is moved, Vehicle to charger Contact your Lexus charging is stopped for a moment communication fail- dealer. and then it restarts. ure.
  • Page 354 5W. When covers and accessories are ■ attached to portable devices Do not charge in situations where cover and accessories not able to handle Qi are attached to the portable device. Depending LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 355 5-5. Using the other interior features Certification for the wireless charger ■ For vehicles sold in Taiwan  For vehicles sold in the Republic of Guatemala  LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 356 5-5. Using the other interior features LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 357 5-5. Using the other interior features LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 358 Do not hit or apply a strong force In addition, excluding the above-men- ● tioned, when the charger does not per- form normally or the operation display lamp is flashing continuously, it is consid- ered that the wireless charger is malfunc- tioning. Contact your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 359 Fold down the armrest for use. NOTICE ■ 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 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 360: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance requirements.. Scheduled maintenance ..368 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ............380 Hood ..........381 Positioning a floor jack....382 Engine compartment....383 Tires ..........Tire inflation pressure....402 Wheels ..........403 Air conditioning filter....405 Electronic key battery.....406 Checking and replacing fuses ............408 Light bulbs........LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 361: Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Exterior

    Deep scratches caused by keys, coins, ● • Do not use hard brushes. etc. cannot be restored. • Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driving or park- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 362 ● When the water-repellent performance has become insufficient, the coating can When the upper part of the windshield ● be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer. where the raindrop sensor is located is touched by hand WARNING ● When a wet rag or similar is held close ■...
  • Page 363 When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side wiper tion. If this occurs, consult your Lexus arm upward first, and repeat for the pas- dealer. senger side. When returning the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.

  • Page 364: Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Interior

    Front side windows with UV protective ■ coating The front side windows have UV protective coating. To prevent any damage to the UV protective coating, observe the following: ● If the windows are dirty, gently wipe them LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 365 When cleaning the inside of the wind- ■ shield (vehicles with Lexus Safety System+) NOTICE Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the Cleaning detergents ■...
  • Page 366 Caring for leather areas ■ Do not use any compound or abrasive Lexus recommends cleaning the interior of product (e.g., glass cleaner, detergent, the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain wax) to clean the windows. It may dam- the quality of the vehicle’s interior.

  • Page 367: 6-2. Maintenance

    Lexus ship training programs. They learn recommends the following mainte- to work on Lexus before they work nance: on your vehicle, rather than while they are working on it. Doesn’t that WARNING...
  • Page 368 Engine coolant temperature continually ● higher than normal (P.424) If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as pos- sible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 369: Scheduled Maintenance

    3. Operating on road which has road salt for a long distance such as police, profes- applied sional/private use like taxi or door-to-door delivery use 4. Continuous high speed driving (80% or more of maximum vehicle speed) for over 2 hours LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 370 (except for Replace when the maintenance reminder 2 Engine oil Hong Kong appears. << See note 1.>> and Macao) NX 300 (for Hong Kong and Macao) Replace when the maintenance reminder NX 200 appears. << See note 1.>> NX 300...
  • Page 371 Fuel tank cap, fuel lines, connec- tions and fuel vapor control valve <<See note 2.>> 12 Charcoal canister Fuel injection system (NX 300) Add injector cleaner to the fuel tank every <<See note 5.>> 10000 km (6000 miles) <<See note 6.>>...
  • Page 372 4. Including the filter in fuel tank. 5. Toyota genuine fuel injector cleaner or equivalent. 6. For Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Pan- ama, El Salvador, Peru, Bolivia, Philippines, Macao, Aruba, Mongolia, Egypt, Bah- rain, and Saudi Arabia only. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 373 I: Every 2500 km (1500 miles) or 3 months Inspection or replacement of air cleaner fil- R: Every 40000 km (24000 miles) or 48 months Every 5000 km (3000 miles) or 3 months Inspection of brake pads and discs LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 374 Every 10000 km (6000 miles) or 6 months Inspection of front and rear suspension Tightening of bolts and nuts on chassis and Every 10000 km (6000 miles) or 6 months body <<See note 1.>> : Perform correction or replacement as necessary. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 375 Replacement of rear differential oil Every 20000 km (12000 miles) or 24 (AWD models) months : Perform correction or replacement as necessary. NOTE: 1. For seat mounting bolts, front and rear suspension member retaining bolts. 2. NX 300 (for Hong Kong and Macao) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 376 – 8 Battery FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS 9 Fuel filter <<See note 3.>> I: 24 10 Air cleaner filter R: 48 Fuel tank cap, fuel lines, connections and fuel vapor control valve 12 Charcoal canister CHASSIS AND BODY LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 377 1. Replace both the engine oil and oil filter, even when the maintenance reminder does not appear, after 12 months have passed, or when driven over 15000 km (9000 miles) since the last oil change. This may cause the maintenance reminder appear even when driven less than 15000 km (9000 miles). LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 378 Every 7500 km (4500 miles) or 6 months Inspection of front and rear suspension Tightening of bolts and nuts on chassis and Every 15000 km (9000 miles) or 12 body <<See note.>> months : Perform correction or replacement as necessary. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 379 I: Every 45000 km (27000 miles) or 36 Inspection or replacement of automatic months transmission fluid R: Every 90000 km (54000 miles) or 72 (including front differential) months : Perform correction or replacement as necessary. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 380 Inspection or replacement of automatic months transmission fluid R: Every 90000 km (54000 miles) or 72 (including front differential) months : Perform correction or replacement as necessary. NOTE: For seat mounting bolts, front and rear suspension member retaining bolts. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 381: 6-3. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

    (P.384) • Rag or paper towel engine compartment. • Funnel (used only for Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose ● adding engine oil) an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flammable. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 382: Hood

    Check that the hood is fully closed and may indicate a serious problem. 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 383: Positioning A Floor Jack

    When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor- rectly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury. Rise your vehicle with a floor jack. Location of the jack point Front ■ LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 384: Engine Compartment

    NX300  Fuse boxes (P.408) Engine coolant reservoir (P.387) Engine oil filler cap (P.384) Engine oil level dipstick (P.384) Intercooler coolant reservoir (P.387) Air cleaner (P.388) Battery (P.389) Radiator (P.388) Condenser (P.388) Electric cooling fans Washer fluid tank (P.391) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 385 After warming up the engine and With the engine at operating tempera- turning off the engine, wait more ture and turned off, check the oil level than 5 minutes for the oil to drain on the dipstick. back into the bottom of the engine. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 386 Checking the oil type and prepar- ■ ing the items needed Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before add- ing oil.  Engine oil selection P.473  Oil quantity (Low  Full) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 387 “The Data Has Been Reset” is displayed Engine oil consumption ■ on the multi-information display. A certain amount of engine oil will be con- sumed while driving. In the following situa- tions, oil consumption may increase, and LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 388 Reservoir cap dispose of used oil and filters in house- hold trash, in sewers or onto the “FULL” line 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 389 ■ operating water pump. If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus Do not touch the engine compartment. dealer, test the cap and check for leaks in With the engine switch in IGNITION the cooling system.
  • Page 390 Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed. Doing so causes excessive engine wear. Terminals Hold-down clamp Checking the battery Checking battery fluid ■ Check the battery as follows. Check that the level is between the “UPPER LEVEL” and “LOWER LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 391 If the system will not start even after multiple attempts at all the methods above, contact your Lexus dealer. WARNING Put the vent plug back on and close Chemicals in the battery ■...
  • Page 392 Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention immediately. When there is insufficient battery ■ fluid Do not use if there is insufficient fluid in the battery. There is a possible danger that the battery may explode. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 393: Tires

    Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated. New tread Worn tread Treadwear indicator The location of treadwear indicators is shown by a “TWI” or mark, etc., molded into the sidewall of each tire. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 394 Driving on rough roads ■ tion of a cut or other damage. Take particular care when driving on If you are not sure, consult with your Lexus roads with loose surfaces or potholes. dealer. These conditions may cause losses in tire...
  • Page 395 In the following cases, the tire pressure Front warning system may not operate prop- erly. • If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used. Tire pressure warning system (if • A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equipment) tire.
  • Page 396 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Certification for tire pressure warning system ■ LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
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  • Page 398 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 399 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 400 Installing tire pressure warning operation of such devices. valves and transmitters When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and transmit- ters must also be installed. When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are installed, LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 401 Have tire pressure warn- transmitter may not operate properly. If a ing valve and transmitter ID codes reg- liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus istered by your Lexus dealer. dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace (P.402)
  • Page 402 If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure and then press and hold the settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. The “Tire Pressure Recalibrating. Please When initializing the tire pressure warn- ●...

  • Page 403: Tire Inflation Pressure

    Other- once per month. However, Lexus wise, the tire pressure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation pres- recommends that tire inflation...

  • Page 404: Wheels

    : Conventionally referred to as offset. ● Greater possibility of tire damage while driving (due to road hazards, Lexus does not recommend using the expansion joints, sharp edges in the following: road, etc.)  Wheels of different sizes or types NOTICE ...
  • Page 405 Tire pressure warning valves and trans- mitters may not work properly with non-genuine wheels. Aluminum wheel precautions  Use only Lexus wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use with your aluminum wheels.  When rotating, repairing or chang- ing your tires, check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 406: Air Conditioning Filter

    Then pull out the glove box and dis- connect the lower claws. Checking interval ■ Remove the filter cover. Inspect and replace the air conditioning fil- ter according to the maintenance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 407: Electronic Key Battery

    When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always installed. 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 408 To prevent damage to the key, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a tape. Remove the battery cover. Remove the depleted battery. Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal Remove the depleted battery. Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 409: Checking And Replacing Fuses

    Push the tab in and lift the lid off. Always work with dry hands. ● Moisture may cause the battery to rust. Do not touch or move any other com- ● ponent inside the remote control. Do not bend either of the battery ter- ● minals. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 410 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. Type A  Remove the lid. Normal fuse Blown fuse LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 411 Blown fuse other object in place of a fuse. Type D ● Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or  equivalent. Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.

  • Page 412: Light Bulbs

    Lexus dealer. LED lights ■ The following lights 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. ● Headlights Front turn signal lights ●...
  • Page 413 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 414: When Trouble Arises

    If you lose your keys....If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ........If the electronic key does not operate properly ....458 If the vehicle battery is discharged ............460 If your vehicle overheats ..If the vehicle becomes stuck LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 415: Emergency Flashers

    Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much as possible. To stop the engine, press and hold the engine switch for 2 consecutive LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 416: If The Vehicle Is Trapped In Rising Water

    How- ever, an emergency hammer can not shatter the windshield as it is laminated glass. : Contact your Lexus dealer or after- market accessory manufacturer for further information about an emer- gency hammer. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 417 7-1. Essential information WARNING Escaping the vehicle from the window ■ When using an emergency hammer, consider your seat location and the size of the window opening to ensure that the opening is accessible and large enough to escape. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 418: Steps To Take In An Emergency

    If the vehicle is mend having your vehicle towed by towed with the front wheels contacting the ground, the drivetrain and related your Lexus dealer or commercial parts may be damaged. towing service, using a wheel-lift type truck or flat bed truck.
  • Page 419 The following may indicate a problem wheel is locked and cannot be oper- ated. with your transmission. Contact your Lexus dealer or commercial towing Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle ■ service before towing. (P.417) Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
  • Page 420 The vehicle’s Using a flat bed truck wheels, drivetrain, axles, steering and If your vehicle is transported by a flat- brakes must be in good condition. bed truck, it should be tied down at the locations shown in the illustration. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 421 Type A : If a wheel nut wrench is not equipped, a  wheel nut wrench can be purchased at your Lexus dealer. Type B  Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.

  • Page 422: If You Think Something Is Wrong

    Lexus dealer as soon as ment. (P.437, 447) possible. Vehicles without wheel nut wrench: Wheel nut wrench can be purchased at your Lexus dealer. Visible symptoms  Fluid leaks under the vehicle (Water dripping from the air condi- tioning after use is normal.)

  • Page 423: Fuel Pump Shut Off System

    Before starting the engine ■ Inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been dam- aged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 424: If A Warning Light Turns On Or A Warning Buzzer Sounds

    • The brake fluid level is low; or • The brake system is malfunctioning  Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con- (Red) tact your Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi- cle may be dangerous. Charging system warning light ■...
  • Page 425 : This light illuminates on the multi-information display. Brake system warning light ■ Warning light Details/Actions Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake  Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (Yellow) Malfunction indicator lamp ■ Warning light...
  • Page 426 ■ Warning light Details/Actions Indicates a malfunction in: • The ABS; or • The brake assist system  Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer) ■ Warning light Details/Actions Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-...
  • Page 427 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. (Flashes) When a buzzer does not sound: (If equipped) Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possi- bly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
  • Page 428 • The TRC system; or • The hill-start assist control system The light will flash when the VSC or TRC system is operat- ing.  Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. Brake hold operated indicator ■ Warning light...
  • Page 429 : The model code is indicated on the manufacturer’s label or the Certification Regulation label. (P.470) Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer ■ Warning light Details/Actions Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts  Fasten the seat belt. (If equipped) : This light illuminates on the center panel. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 430 (If equipped) sure 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.431)  Have the system checked by your Lexus dealer. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 431  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 acceler- ator pedal.
  • Page 432 (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system) If the malfunction indicator lamp does not P.394 go off, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. ■ If the tire pressure warning light fre- When the tire pressure warning light quently comes on after blinking for 1 ■...

  • Page 433: If A Warning Message Is Displayed

    Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire or repair the flat tire by using the emergency tire puncture repair kit and then have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer. ● Avoid abrupt maneuvering and brak- ing.

  • Page 434: If A Warning Message Is Displayed

    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 435 Check and change the engine oil, and oil fil- ter by your Lexus dealer. After changing the engine oil, the oil change system should be reset. (P.386) If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown ■...

  • Page 436: If You Have A Flat Tire (Vehicles With- Out Spare Tire)

    In the following cases, the tire cannot be beyond repair, which could result in an repaired with the emergency tire puncture accident. repair kit. Contact your Lexus dealer. ● When the tire is damaged due to driving Before repairing the vehicle...
  • Page 437 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency Location of the emergency tire puncture repair kit, jack and tools Jack handle (if equipped) Wheel nut wrench (if equipped) Jack (if equipped) Towing eyelet Emergency tire puncture repair kit Screwdriver : Use of the jack (P.449) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 438 60°C (140°F). sealant should be replaced before the The kit is exclusively designed for size ● expiry date. Contact your Lexus dealer and type of tires originally installed on for replacement. your vehicle. Do not use it for tires that a ●...
  • Page 439 ● If sealant gets in eyes or adheres to skin, immediately wash it off with water. If discomfort persists, consult a doctor. Use the hook to secure the deck board as shown in the illustration. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 440 Therefore keep it in a safe place. Connect the hose to the valve. Screw the end of hose clockwise as far as Remove the rubber band. Remove the cover and the jack. Use of the jack: P.449 When stowing the jack, close it by turn- LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 441 Remove any dirt and moisture from the wheel before attaching the label. If it is impossible to attach the label, make sure to tell your Lexus dealer when you have them repair and replace the tire that sealant is LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 442 300 kPa (3.0 kgf/cm or bar, 44 psi) or 400 kPa (4.0 kgf/cm or bar, 58 psi), then gradually decrease. The air pressure gauge will display the actual tire inflation pressure about 1 minute (15 minutes at low LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 443 If the tire inflation pressure is below 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm or bar, 19 psi): The puncture cannot be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer. If the tire inflation pressure is LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 444 ● Stop your vehicle in a safe and flat area. under 80 km/h (50 mph) to your Lexus dealer that is less than 100 ● Connect the valve and hose securely km (62 miles) away for tire repair with the tire installed on the vehicle.
  • Page 445 If gasoline splatters on the kit, the kit ● speed. Be especially careful when may deteriorate. Take care not to allow turning and cornering. gasoline to contact it. ● Store the kit in its assigned place out of reach of children. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 446 If you have a flat tire ■ transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus Do not continue driving with a flat tire. dealer as soon as possible. After use of Driving even a short distance with a flat...

  • Page 447: If You Have A Flat Tire (Vehicles With Spare Tire)

    ● the vehicle while it is supported by the pose other than replacing tires or jack. installing and removing tire chains. Do not start the engine or drive the ● vehicle while the vehicle is supported by the jack. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 448 Taking out the jack Open the back door. Removing the Jack. Pull the lever upwards and open the deck board. Remove the rubber band. Remove the cover and the jack. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 449 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 450 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 NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 451 • 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 ornament while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 452 Make sure to check the tire inflation pres- sure of the compact spare tire. (P.479) After completing the tire change (vehi- ■ cles with the tire pressure warning sys- tem) The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P.400) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 453 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency Certification for the jack ■ LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 454 • LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (if equipped) • LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (if equipped) • Panoramic view monitor (if equipped) • Lexus parking assist monitor (if equipped) • Lexus parking assist-sensor (if equipped) • Parking Support Brake function (for static objects) (if equipped) •...
  • Page 455 When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve  The battery terminal connections and transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve may be loose or corroded. and transmitter may be damaged if not ...

  • Page 456: If The Engine Will Not Start

     The battery may be discharged. (P.460)  There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown. Starting the engine in an emer-...

  • Page 457: If You Lose Your Keys

    If you lose your keys If the fuel filler door cannot be opened New genuine mechanical keys can be made by your Lexus dealer If the fuel filler door opener switch using another mechanical key and cannot be operated, the following...

  • Page 458: If The Electronic Key Does Not Oper- Ate Properly

    (turn and hold) Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle, includ- Closes the windows and moon ing the card key, to your Lexus dealer. roof (turn and hold) Locking and unlocking the doors : These settings must be customized at your Lexus dealer Use the mechanical key (P.108) to...

  • Page 459: If The Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly

    Electronic key battery ■ Touch the Lexus emblem side of the As the above procedure is a temporary electronic key to the engine switch. measure, it is recommended that the elec-...

  • Page 460: If The Vehicle Battery Is Discharged

    The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is pressed. cle’s battery is discharged. (P.175) You can also call your Lexus dealer. Restarting the engine If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a bat- tery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the steps below.
  • Page 461 Once the engine starts, have the vehi- approximately 5 minutes to cle inspected at your Lexus dealer as recharge the battery of your vehi- soon as possible. cle. NX200 ...
  • Page 462 Solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery and any mov- ing parts as shown in the illustration Start the engine of the second vehi- approximately 5 minutes to cle. Increase the engine speed recharge the battery of your vehi- slightly and maintain at that level for cle. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 463 Also, battery perfor- mance may decrease and the engine may Charging the battery ■ not be able to restart. Contact your Lexus The electricity stored in the battery will dis- dealer for details. charge gradually even when the vehicle is...
  • Page 464 Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be received. ● Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other battery-related parts. ● Do not allow children near the battery. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 465 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency ately contact your Lexus dealer. If your vehicle overheats The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.  The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P.87) enters the red zone, or a loss of engine power is experienced.

  • Page 466: If Your Vehicle Overheats

    If the fan is operating: Engine Have the vehicle inspected at the  nearest any your Lexus dealer. Water can be used in an emergency if coolant is unavailable. Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High” is shown on the multi-infor- mation display.

  • Page 467: If The Vehicle Becomes Stuck

    TRC. (P.309) cause damage to the engine. ■ To prevent damage to the cooling sys- Observe the following precautions: Avoid contaminating the coolant with ● foreign matter (such as sand or dust, etc.). ● Do not use any coolant additive. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 468: If The Vehicle Becomes Stuck

    To avoid damage to the transmission and other components Avoid spinning the front wheels and ● depressing the accelerator pedal more than necessary. ● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehicle may require towing to be freed. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 469 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 470: Vehicle Specifications

    Vehicle specifications 8-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ..........470 Fuel information......8-2. Customization Customizable features ...482 8-3. Initialization Items to initialize ......LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 471: Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)

    : Vehicles with 235/55R18 tires : 2WD models : AWD models : For South Africa vehicles with towing package tion number for your Lexus. It is used in Vehicle identification registering the ownership of your vehi- Vehicle identification number cle.
  • Page 472 The engine number is stamped on the engine block and engine cover as shown. : Except for GCC countries , Jordan and Lebanon : For GCC countries , Jordan and Leb- anon : Saudi Arabia, Sultanate of Oman, Bah- rain, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 473 80.5 × 97.6 mm (3.17 × 3.84 in.) Displacement 1987 cm (121.2 cu.in.) Valve clearance Automatic adjustment Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment Fuel When you find these types of fuel label at the gas station, use only the fuel with one of the following labels. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 474 NX300 Viscosity grade:  “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in SAE 0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30 and your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus 10W-30 approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” Recommended viscosity (SAE): or equivalent to satisfy the following If you use SAE 10W-30 engine oil in grade and viscosity.
  • Page 475 • The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the vis- “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in cosity characteristic of the oil when your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus the oil is at high temperature. An oil approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” with a higher viscosity (one with a...
  • Page 476 • The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the vis- cosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 477 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. Ignition system Spark plug ■ NX300 ...
  • Page 478 6.8 L (7.2 qt., 6.0 Imp.qt.) Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS : The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer. : Saudi Arabia, Sultanate of Oman, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait NOTICE ■...
  • Page 479 Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT Oil type and viscosity 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the fac- tory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification.
  • Page 480 160 km/h 270 (2.7, 39) 270 (2.7, 39) pressure) (100 mph) 160 km/h (100 mph) or 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) less Wheel size 18 × 7 1/2 J Wheel nut torque 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 481 (Recommended cold tire inflation 420 kPa (4.2 kgf/cm or bar, 60 psi) pressure) Wheel size 17 × 4 T Wheel nut torque 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf) Light bulbs Light bulbs Type Interior Vanity lights A: Wedge base bulbs (clear) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 482: Fuel Information

    Use of ethanol blended gasoline in a ■ gasoline engine Lexus allows the use of ethanol blended gasoline where the ethanol content is up to 10%. Make sure that the ethanol blended gasoline to be used has an Octane Number that follows the above.

  • Page 483: 8-2. Customization

    Remote Touch, then press or at your Lexus dealer. Press of the meter con- Customizing vehicle features trol switches, select the desired set-...
  • Page 484 8-2. Customization 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 Definition of symbols: O = Available, – =Not available Door lock (P.110, 458) ■...
  • Page 485 : Except for AGZ10L-AWTLTV and AGZ15L-AWTLTV models : For AGZ10L-AWTLTV and AGZ15L-AWTLTV models : Except for vehicles with double locking system : For vehicles with double locking system : The model code is indicated on the manufacturer’s label or the Certification Regulation label. (P.470) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 486 Customized set- Function Default setting ting Light sensor sensitivity Standard –2 to 2 – – 60 seconds Time elapsed before the headlights turn off (follow me 30 seconds 90 seconds – – – home) 120 seconds : If equipped LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 487 Operation when you approach the vehicle with the – – – electronic key on your person Footwell lighting – – – Fading out of the outer foot Long Short – – – lights when they turn off LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 488 12-hour display — — — : The default setting varies according to countries. : Some status screens cannot be registered (indicated on the multi-information display) : 2 of the following items: current fuel consumption, average fuel economy (after reset), LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 489 – – linked to “AUTO” switch operation A/C Auto switch operation – – Power windows (P.151) ■ Customized set- Function Default setting ting Mechanical key linked opera- – – – tion Wireless remote control – – – linked operation LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 490 PKSA (Parking Support Alert) (P.277) ■ Customized set- Function Default setting ting Buzzer volume – – : If equipped Lexus parking assist-sensor (P.278) ■ Customized set- Function Default setting ting Display setting (When Lexus parking assist-sensor is oper- – – ating) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 491 Linked mirror function when – – – reversing : If equipped Stop & Start system (P.270) ■ Customized set- Function Default setting ting Change the Stop & Start sys- tem duration when the A/C is Standard Extended – – – LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 492 — — Steering wheel Alert types Buzzer — — — vibration Alert sensitivity High Standard — — — Vehicle sway warning func- — — — tion High Vehicle sway warning sensi- Standard — — — tivity : If equipped LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 493 — — *1, 4 — — — Kick Sensor : If equipped : Configured by operating the switch of the lower back door. (P.117) : While carrying the electronic key on your person, press the back door opener switch. LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 494 ● A warning message appears after the customize mode screen is displayed. ● The engine switch is turned off. The vehicle begins to move while the customize mode screen is displayed. ● LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

  • Page 495: 8-3. Initialization

    • When rotating the tires • When changing the tire After the maintenance is performed P.386 Oil maintenance Refer to the Lexus parking assist monitor “Navigation and Multime- • After reconnecting or changing dia System the battery Panoramic view monitor Owner’s...
  • Page 496 Index What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............Alphabetical Index ....499 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 497  If you lose your mechanical keys, The rear door cannot be opened new genuine mechanical keys can from inside the vehicle when the be made by your Lexus dealer. lock is set. Open the rear door from (P.457) outside and then unlock the child- protector lock.
  • Page 498 A warning light turns on or a ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON warning message is displayed mode (the engine is not running) for a period of time. (P.176)  When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 499  Vehicles with spare tire Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire. (P.446) The vehicle becomes stuck  Try the procedure for when the vehi- cle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow. (P.467) LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 500 Side airbag precautions ......46 Bottle holders ..........343 Side and curtain shield airbags operating Brake conditions............44 Brake Hold.............189 Side and curtain shield airbags precau- Fluid..............478 tions ..............46 Parking brake..........186 SRS airbags ............. 42 Warning light ..........424 SRS warning light........424 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 501 Installing CRS with top strap..... 71 Warning light ..........424 Points to remember........53 Cooling system ..........387 Riding with children........52 Engine overheating........465 Types of child restraint system installation Cornering lights..........198 method ............67 Using a top tether anchorage....71 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 502 Memory recall function......142 LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering Dynamic radar cruise control control) ............241 Warning message......266, 433 Lexus parking assist .........278 Dynamic radar cruise control with full- LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)....237 speed range Multi-information display......90 Warning message......257, 433 Warning messages........433...
  • Page 503 If you have a flat tire......436, 446 If you lose your keys.........457 If you think something is wrong....421 If your vehicle becomes stuck.....467 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency...........414 If your vehicle needs to be towed..417 If your vehicle overheats ......465 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 504 Seat position memory ........ 141 Adaptive High-beam System....198 Front turn signal lights Automatic headlight leveling ....194 Replacing light bulbs........411 Automatic High Beam system..... 201 Turn signal lever.......... 185 Follow me home system ......197 Light switch ............ 193 Replacing light bulbs........411 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 505 Side doors ............110 Inside rear view mirror........ 147 Warning buzzer .......... 128 Instrument panel light control....89 Wireless remote control key ....108 Intercooler coolant Knee airbags .............42 Capacity............476 Checking ............387 Interior lights ..........338 Intrusion sensor..........78 ISOFIX lower anchorages......70 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 506 LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)......231 Hood lock release lever......381 Luggage cover..........347 Shift lever..........177, 181 Turn signal lever.......... 185 Wiper lever.........207, 212 Maintenance Lexus parking assist-sensor Do-it-yourself maintenance....380 Function............278 Maintenance data........470 Lexus Safety System+ Maintenance requirements....366 AHS (Adaptive High-beam System)198 Malfunction indicator lamp......424...
  • Page 507 Back door..........116, 117 Switch.............. 339 Fuel filler door..........214 PKSA (Parking Support Alert)....277 Hood..............381 Lexus parking assist-sensor ....278 Outside rear view mirrors......149 Pollen removal mode ........ 333 Adjusting and folding.........149 Power back door opener and closer..116, BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....292...
  • Page 508 Capacity............472 Cleaning............363 Fuel types............472 Driving position memory......141 Opening the fuel tank cap ......214 Folding down the rear seatbacks ..137 When the fuel filler door cannot be Front seat heaters ........335 opened ............457 Head restraint..........144 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...
  • Page 509 Heated steering wheel......335 LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering Meter control switches ......90 control) ............217 Power easy access system ...... 141 Lexus parking assist-sensor....278 Stop & Start system LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)...... 217 Function ............270 Radar sensor..........217 Idling stop time..........
  • Page 510 Ignition switch..........174 Tilt sensor............78 Intrusion sensor cancel switch....78 Tilt sensor ............78 LDA switch ...........245 Tire inflation pressure Lexus parking assist-sensor switch..278 Maintenance data........479 Light switches..........193 Warning light ..........429 LTA switch ............236 Tire pressure warning system Meter control switches ......90 Function ............394...
  • Page 511 Top strap.............. 71 Warning buzzers Towing Approach warning....... 255, 264 Emergency towing........417 Downshifting ........180, 183 Towing eyelet ..........420 Lexus parking assist-sensor ....282 Trailer Sway Control........307 Light reminder..........194 Trailer towing..........168 Open door............112 Traction control ...........308 Seat belt reminder........428 Trailer Sway Control ........307...
  • Page 512 Alphabetical Index Warning messages........433 · Lexus parking assist monitor Washer · Panoramic view monitor Checking ............391 Low washer fluid warning message 391, Preparing and checking before winter ................314 Switch ............207, 212 Washing and waxing ......... 360 Wheels............. 403 Replacing wheels........403 Size..............479...
  • Page 513 : Vehicles with power back door Fuel tank capacity (Ref- 60 L (15.9 gal., 13.2 Imp.gal.) erence) Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P.472 Cold tire inflation pres- P.479 sure Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill — ref- P.473 erence) Engine oil type P.473 LEXUS NX300/NX200 Owners Manual̲General̲M78540̲en...

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