brake LEXUS NX300h 2015 User Guide

952. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to the ON mode to indicate that
a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunctio n in a system if the lights do not turn on,
or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
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: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
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: When the outside temperature is approximately 37  F (3  C) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.* 8
Cruise control “SET”
indicator
(  P. 240, 253, 267) (U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(  P. 213, 214)
* 8
Cruise control indicator
(  P. 240, 253, 267) (Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(  P. 213, 214)
* 8
(if equipped)
LDA indicator (  P. 2 7 0 )
* 1
Brake hold standby
indicator (  P. 2 1 6 )
* 8
(if equipped)
Steering control indicator
(  P. 2 7 0 )
* 1
Brake hold operated
indicator (  P. 2 1 6 )
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator (  P. 2 7 9 )
* 4, 8
Low outside temperature
indicator (  P. 9 7 )
* 1, 2
Slip indicator light
(  P. 3 0 6 ) * 5, 6
(if equipped)
BSM outside rear view
mirror indicators (  P. 3 1 6 )
* 1
VSC OFF indicator
(  P. 3 0 7 )
* 7
Security indicator
(  P. 86, 88)
* 1, 3
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
(  P. 311) * 7
“A I R B A G O N / O F F ”
indicator (  P. 5 3 )

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Hybrid System Indicator
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Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when th e driving mode is in other than the sport
mode. ●
By keeping the indicator needle within Ec o area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved. ●
Charge area indicates regeneration
* status. Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
* : When used in this manual, “regeneration” re fers to the conversion of energy created
by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy. ■
Tachometer
Hybrid System Indicator switches to the tachometer when driving mode is in sport mode.
The settings of the tachometer display can be changed on the multi-information display.
(  P. 6 3 8 ) ■
Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help improve fuel
efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions, etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when vehicle
operation and driving conditions are the same. Po w e r a r e a
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is
being exceeded (during full power driving
etc.)
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an
Eco-friendly manner.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop
and restart under various conditions.
Charge area
Shows that energy is being recovered via the
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1092. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
NX300h_U_OM78007U When the vehicle approaches an inter-
section, the direction the vehicle should
go is guided by the arrow. When the
vehicle approaches an intersection, the
route guidance will start and the dis-
tance
* to the intersection will also be
displayed.
* : The distance indication will disappear
when the vehicle passes through the
intersection.
Displays the speed limit for the current
road.
The audio display and speed limit display can be shown or hidden. When customizing vehicle features, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a safe
place with the shift lever in P and the parking brake set.
Until the screen changes, continue
pressing the “DISP” button, and it
will repeat until the item desired to
be changed is displayed. Customization can be performed when
the head-up display is on.
Press the “DISP” button to switch
between on and off. On and off will be switched between each time the button is pressed.
If the button is left alone without being operated for a short time, setting will be fin-
ished automatically.Route guidance display (v ehicles with navigation system)
Speed limit display (vehicles with navigation system)
Display customization 1
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1333-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
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Power back door operating conditions (vehicles with a power back door)
With the power back door operations set to ON, it can automatically open and close for
the following conditions: ●
When the electronic key is being carried and the power back door switch is pushed
*●
When the wireless remote control is used
*●
When the power switch is in ON mode, in addition to the above for the opening opera-
tions, the back door operates for any of the following conditions:
• Parking brake is engaged
• The brake pedal is depressed
• The shift lever is in P
* : When configured with the cu stomization function so that it can be operated after
being unlocked, operate the back door after it has been unlocked. ■
Luggage compartment light
The luggage compartment light turns on when the back door is opened with the luggage
compartment light switch on.
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If the back door opener is inoperative
The back door can be unlocked from the inside.
Move the lever.Off
On
When the power switch is turned off, the light
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
Remove the cover.
To protect the cover, place a rag between the
flathead screwdriver and the cover as shown
in the illustration. 1
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Vehicles without a power back
door 
Vehicles with a power back
door

1513-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
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Operating conditions for reclining adjustment (power seat)
When the following conditions are me t, switch operations are possible.
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Operating conditions for folding down the seatback (power seat)
When the following conditions are me t, switch operations are possible.
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When operating the luggage compartment switch: When the back door is open. ●
When the operating switches for the seat to be operate are not being pressed.
When the power switch is in ON mode, in addition to the above, the power seat operates
for any of the following conditions:
• Parking brake is engaged
• The brake pedal is depressed
• The shift lever is in P ■
Operating conditions for return ing the seatback (power seat)
When the following conditions are me t, switch operations are possible.
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When the operating switches for the seat to be operate are not being pressed.
When the power switch is in ON mode, in addition to the above, the power seat operates
for any of the following conditions:
• Parking brake is engaged
• The brake pedal is depressed
• The shift lever is in P ●
When the seatback position is within the range
of illustration A. ●
When the operating switches for the seat to be
operate are not being pressed. ●
When operating the rear seat switch: The
seatback position is with in the range of illustra-
tion A. ●
When operating the in strument panel switch
or luggage compartment switch: The seatback
position is within the range of illustration B. ●
When operating the rear seat switch: When
the rear door for the seat to be operated is
open.
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When operating the rear seat switch: When
the seatback position is within the range of
illustration A. ●
When operating the rear seat switch: When
the rear door for the seat to be operated is
open. ●
When operating the luggage compartment
switch: When the back door is open. Most
upright
position
Most upright
position
Most
upright
position

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Reclining adjustment (power seat)
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Power seat operations (if equipped)
If the seat has a cover or seat cushion, it may not operate properly. Also, when folding
down the seat, check that there is nothing on the rear seat that would interfere with the
operation. ■
Seatback jam protection function (power seat)
When folding down the seatback, if a foreig n object is perceived between the seatback
and seat cushion, the seatback will revers e operations and then stops operations.
The buzzer sounds intermitte ntly during reverse operatio ns and sounds continuously
when operations are stopped.Stop the seatback partwa y. To set the seatback
to the rearmost position, press the button again.
WA R N I N G ■
When folding the rear seatbacks down and after folded
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.●
Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving. ●
Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P. ●
Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded se atback or in the luggage compartment while
driving. ●
Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment. ■
When operating the seatback
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. ●
Keep other passengers from being hit with the seatback. ●
Do not bring your hands close to the moving parts or between the seats, as well as do
not let any part of your body get caught. ●
Vehicles with a power seat: Do not let children operate the seatback as other passen-
gers may get caught in seat. ●
Vehicles with a power seat: Check that there are no passengers sitting in the seat
before folding that seat forward. Also, do le t other passengers sit in the seat while the
seat is forward folding.

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4 Driving
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Driving the vehicle ....................... 174
Cargo and luggage .................... 182
Vehicle load limits ....................... 186
Trailer towing (vehicles with
towing package) ....................... 187
Trailer towing (vehicles
without towing package) ...... 199
Dinghy towing............................. 200
4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch.............. 201
EV drive mode ........................... 206
Hybrid transmission ................. 208
Turn signal lever ........................... 212
Parking brake ................................ 213
Brake hold ...................................... 216
ASC
(Active Sound Control) ......... 218
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 219
Automatic High Beam .............223
Fog light switch............................ 227
Windshield wipers and
washer..........................................228
Rear window wiper and
washer..........................................234 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 236
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Dynamic radar cruise
control ......................................... 240
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range ............................................ 253
Cruise control ..............................267
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ............ 270
Intuitive parking assist .............. 279
Lexus parking assist
monitor ........................................ 287
Driving mode select
switch ...........................................303
Driving assist systems...............305
PCS
(Pre-Collision System)........... 310
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...... 316
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips ................................................. 324
Winter driving tips ..................... 326
Utility vehicle precautions ......330

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With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. (  P. 2 0 8 )
Release the parking brake. (  P. 2 1 4 )If the parking brake is in automatic mode, the parking brake is released automatically
when shifting the shift lever to any position other than P. (  P. 2 1 3 )
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal
to accelerate the vehicle.
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake. (  P. 2 1 4 )If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift lever to P.
(  P. 2 0 8 )
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Shift the shift lever to P. (  P. 2 0 8 )
Set the parking brake. (  P. 2 1 4 )If the parking brake is in automatic mode, the parking brake is set automatically when
shifting the shift lever to P. (  P. 2 1 3 )
Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your person. If parking on a hill, bloc k the wheels as needed.The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving:
Starting the hybrid system
Driving
Stopping
Parking the vehicle 1
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Driving
NX300h_U_OM78007U With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. (  P. 2 0 8 )
Pull the parking brake switch and parking brake is set manually. (  P. 2 1 4 )
Release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to acceler-
ate the vehicle.
Press the parking brake switch and parking brake is released manually.
(  P. 2 1 4 ) ■
When starting off on a uphill
The hill-start assist co ntrol will activate. (  P. 3 0 5 )■
For fuel-efficient driving
Keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are similar to conventional vehicles, and it is necessary
to refrain from activities such as sudden acceleration. (  P. 3 2 4 )■
Driving in the rain ●
Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows may
become fogged-up, and th e road will be slippery.●
Drive carefully when it starts to rain, becau se the road surface will be especially slip-
pery. ●
Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may
be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and
brakes from operating properly. ■
Restraining the hybrid system output (Brake Override System) ●
When the accelerator and brake pedals are de pressed at the same time, the hybrid sys-
tem output may be restrained. ●
A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the system is
operating. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the
message and follow the instructions.■
Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control) ●
When the following unusual op eration is performed, the hybrid system output may be
restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted from R to D, D to R, N to R, P to D, or P to R (D
includes S) with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warning message appears on
the multi-information display. If a warnin g message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, read the message and follow the instructions.
• When the accelerator pedal is depresse d too while the vehicle is in reverse.●
While Drive-Start Control is being activate d, your vehicle may have trouble escaping
from the mud or fresh snow. In such case, deactivate TRAC (  P. 307) to cancel Drive-
Start Control so that the vehicle may become able to escape from the mud or fresh
snow.Starting off on a uphill 1
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Breaking in your new Lexus
To extend the life of the ve hicle, observing the followin g precautions is recommended:●
For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops. ●
For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods. 
Vehicles with towing package ●
For the first 500miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer. ■
Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehi cle registration laws and confirm the availability of the cor-
rect fuel. (  P. 6 1 8 )■
Eco-friendly driving
 P. 1 0 0
WA R N I N G
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ■
When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY” indicator is
illuminated. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. ■
When driving the vehicle ●
Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accelerator ped-
als to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing th e accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will
result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to difficulty in operat-
ing the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only
slightly. This allows you to depress th e brake and accelerator pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your righ t foot. Depressing the brake pedal using
your left foot may delay response in an emergency, resulting in an accident. ●
The driver should pay extra attention to pedestrians when the vehicle is powered only
by the electric motor (traction motor). As there is no engine noise, the pedestrians
may misjudge the vehicle’s movement. ●
Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.