check transmission fluid LEXUS NX300 2020 Owners Manual

3286-2. Maintenance
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Radiator/con-
denser
The radiator and con-
denser should be free
from foreign objects.
( P.339)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer
fluid? ( P.342)
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator
pedal
The accelerator pedal
should move smoothly
(without uneven pedal
effort or catching).
Automatic
transmission
“Park” mecha-
nismWhen parked on a slope
and the shift lever is in P,
is the vehicle securely
stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal
move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate
clearance from the
floor?
• Does the brake pedal have the correct
amount of free play?
ItemsCheck points
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when
the brakes are
applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel
spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too
close to the floor
when the brakes are
applied.
Head restraints
Do the head restraints
move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indica-
tors/buzzersDo the indicators and
buzzers function prop-
erly?
LightsDo all the lights come
on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake switch operate
normally?
• When parked on a slope and the parking
brake is on, is the vehi-
cle securely stopped?
Seat belts
•Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
ItemsCheck points

3867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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speed range
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable
See Owner’s Manual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range system is suspended tempo-
rarily or until the problem shown in the mes-
sage is resolved. (causes and coping
methods: P.197)
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is
shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range system cannot be used tempo-
rarily. Use the system when it becomes
available again.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is
shown
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to
be changed. (The indicator will not work
properly unless the oil maintenance data
has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, the oil
change system shou ld be reset. (P.337)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil should be
changed. (After the engine oil is changed
and the oil maintenance data has been
reset.)
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the
engine oil, the oil change system should be
reset. ( P.337)
■If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown
●If the following messages are shown, fol-
lowing the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.403)
●If the following messages are shown,
there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Smart Access System Malfunction”
●If the following messages are shown,
there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be
dangerous.
• “Oil Pressure Low” • “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Transmission Fluid Temp High”
■Warning buzzer
 P.382
NOTICE
■“High Power Consumption Partial
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is
frequently shown
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.

466Alphabetical Index
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Trailer Sway Control.................................. 260
Trailer towing ....................................... 155, 163
Transmission
Automatic transmission ........................... 168
Selecting a driving mode.......................258
Trip meters .........................................................79
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 362
Turn signal lever ........................................... 172
Wattage............................................................415
V
Vanity lightsVanity lights .................................................. 299
Wattage............................................................415
Vanity mirrors ............................................... 299 Vanity lights .................................................. 299
Vehicle data recordings ..................................6
Vehicle identification number ................408
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ........... 260
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) ........... 260
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning...................................... 231
Downshifting ....................................................171
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 240
Light reminder............................................... 179
Open door....................................................... 101
Seat belt reminder........................ 379, 380
Vehicle sway warning ............................... 219 Warning lights
ABS ................................................................... 377
Brake hold operated indicator ........... 379
Brake Override System .......................... 381
Brake system................................................375
Charging system........................................375
Drive-Start Control.................................... 381
Electric power steering........................... 377
High coolant temperature..................... 376
LDA indicator ..............................................378
Low engine oil pressure.........................375
Low fuel level ............................................... 379
LTA indicator ...............................................378
Malfunction indicator lamp ................... 376
Master warning light................................ 380
Parking brake indicator .......................... 379
PCS warning light ..................................... 377
PKSB OFF indicator ................................378
Seat belt reminder light.............. 379, 380
Slip indicator .................................................378
SRS .................................................................... 376
Tire pressure ............................................... 380
Warning messages ..................................... 384
Washer Checking ....................................................... 342
Low washer fluid warning message342, 384
Preparing and checking before winter ..........................................................................266
Switch..................................................... 184, 189
Washing and waxing.................................. 320
Weights Cargo capacity ..................... 152, 154, 408
Load limits ..........................................154, 408
Weights ......................................................... 408