steering LEXUS NX300H 2016 Owners Manual

5708-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WA R N I N G
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Lexus dealer. The vehi-
cle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which
could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steering is restricted. When the
light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is lost and handling operations of
the steering wheel become extremely heavy. When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than
usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it
with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose
control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

5888-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the hybrid system will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. ( P. 5 9 1 )
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 8 3 )
●There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. ( P. 8 6 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
●The hybrid system may be malfunctioni ng due to an electrical problem such
as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However, depending on
the type of malfunction, an interim meas ure is available to start the hybrid sys-
tem. ( P. 5 8 9 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 5 9 4 )
●The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(P. 5 1 2 )
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation.
Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start ev en though the correct starting proce-
dure is being followed. ( P. 201)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or
sounds at a low volume.

6139-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Ti r e s i z e225/65R17 102H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Driving under normal conditions
Front
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph [160 km/h])
(in countries where such speeds are permitted by
law)
Add 1 psi (10 kPa, 0.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) to the front
and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold
tire inflation pressure in dicated on the tire side-
wall.
Wheel size17  7 J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Ti r e s i z e225/60R18 100H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Driving under normal conditions
Front
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph [160 km/h])
(in countries where such speeds are permitted by
law)
Add 9 psi (60 kPa, 0.6 kgf/cm2 or bar) to the
front and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum
cold tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire
sidewall.
Wheel size18  7 1 /2 J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

6389-2. Customization
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■Intuitive parking assist* (  P. 2 7 9 )
*:If equipped
■Driving position memory* ( P. 1 5 4 )
*:If equipped
■Outside rear view mirrors ( P. 1 6 3 )
■LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)* ( P. 2 7 0 )
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Detection distance of the
front center sensorLongShortO–O–
Detection distance of the rear
center sensorLongShortO–O–
Display setting (When intui-
tive parking assist is operat-
ing)
OnOffO–O–
Buzzer volume31 to 5O–O–
1234
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Driver’s seat movement when
exiting the vehicleStandardOffO–O–Pa r t i a l
Selection the door linking
driving position memory with
door unlock operation
Driver’s doorAll doors––O–
1234
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Linked mirror function when
reversingOnOff––O–
1234
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Steerage assistOnOff–O––
Sensitivity adjustment for the
lane deviation alert buzzerStandardHigh–O––
1234

657What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(P. 2 0 1 )
●Is the shift position in P? ( P. 2 0 3 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 1 4 0 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 2 0 3 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 5 9 2 )
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( P. 5 9 4 )
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
power switch in ON mode ( P. 5 9 0 )
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 2 0 4 )
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 1 6 6 )
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period
of time. ( P. 2 0 3 )
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the hybrid system is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The power switch is turned off automatically

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Audio system (with navigation system)
*
Audio system.......................................... 336 Antenna ..................................................364
Audio input............................................345
AUX port...............................................345
Bluetooth
® audio ............................. 390
CD player .............................................. 367
iPod ........................................................... 374
MP3/WMA disc ...............................367
Optimal use ..........................................354
Portable music player ....................... 381
Radio ......................................................... 361
Setup menu ........................................... 347
Steering wheel audio switches ............................................... 342
USB memory ....................................... 377
Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning filter....................... 530
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 430
Micro dust and pollen filter ...........436
S-FLOW mode .................................. 432
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................................... 221
Automatic High Beam ....................... 223
Automatic light control system......... 221
AUX port................................................. 345 Back door .................................................. 129
Wireless remote control.................. 129
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ...................... 550
Wattage ...................................................615
Battery (12-volt battery) If the 12-volt battery is discharged......................................... 594
Preparing and checking before winter.................................................... 326
Warning light .......................................565
Battery (traction battery) ....................... 81
Bluetooth
®............................................... 413
Audio system .......................................390
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ....................... 392
Bottle holders ........................................ 448
Brake Brake Hold ............................................. 216
Fluid ............................................................ 612
Parking brake ........................................ 213
Regenerative braking ..........................79
Warning light .......................................565
Brake assist ............................................. 305
Brake Hold................................................ 216
Break-in tips ............................................. 176
Brightness control Instrument panel light control..................................................... 99
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................. 316 Blind Spot Monitor function...........319
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.................................................. 321
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Coat hooks.............................................. 466
Compass .................................................. 473
Condenser .............................................. 509
Console box ........................................... 447
Consumption screen ...............................111
CoolantCapacity .................................................... 611
Checking...............................................508
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................326
Warning light ...................................... 565
Cooling system .....................................508 Hybrid system overheating ......... 599
Cruise control Cruise control...................................... 267
Dynamic radar cruise control ..................................................240
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ....................253
Cup holders ............................................ 448
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 40
Customizable features .........................631 Daytime running light system............ 221
Deck board..............................................452
Deck under tray ...................................... 451
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 435
Rear window ........................................ 435
Windshield............................................ 435
Differential ................................................ 612
Dimension ............................................... 606
Dinghy towing ....................................... 200
Display Drive information ................................ 103
Dynamic radar cruise control.................................................. 240
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 253
Energy monitor........................................ 111
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ................... 270
Multi-information display.................102
Warning messages .......................... 572
Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 498
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system.............................. 127
Back door................................................ 129
Door glasses ..........................................166
Door lock................................................. 124
Outside rear view mirrors ..............163
Rear door child-p rotectors ............ 126
Side doors ............................................... 124D

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Drive information .................................. 103
Drive-start control .......................175, 210
Driver’s seat belt reminder light.......................................................... 567
Driver’s seat position memory ..........154
Driving Break-in tips ...........................................176
Correct posture.....................................30
Driving mode select switch ......... 303
Hybrid vehicle driving tips............. 324
Procedures .............................................174
Winter drive tips .................................326
Driving position memory.....................154 Memory recall function.................... 156
Dynamic radar cruise control Function ..................................................240
Warning message ............................. 572
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed rangeFunction ..................................................253
Warning message ............................. 572 ECB (Electronically Controlled
Brake System) .................................... 305
Eco drive mode..................................... 303
EDR (Event data recorder).....................11
E-Four ....................................................... 306
Electric motor Location ..................................................... 77
Specification ........................................ 608
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ..................................................305
Warning light .......................................566
Electronic key Battery-saving function ......................141
If the electronic key does not operate properly ..............................591
Replacing the battery ...................... 532
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ....................... 305
Emergency flashers ............................ 556
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ..........565
If a warning light turns on ..............565
If a warning message is displayed ............................................ 572
If the 12-volt battery is discharged......................................... 594
If the electronic key does not operate properly ..............................591
If the hybrid system will not start .............................................. 588E

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If you have a flat tire ..........................575
If you lose your keys ................ 120, 122
If you think something is wrong .................................................. 564
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 603
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency.........................................557
If your vehicle needs to be towed................................................... 558
If your vehicle overheats ............... 599
Energy monitor ..........................................111
Engine Accessory mode................................202
Compartment ..................................... 502
Engine switch ........................................ 201
Hood ....................................................... 500
How to start the hybrid system ................................................... 201
Identification number ...................... 608
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ..........557
Ignition switch (power switch).................................. 201
Overheating ........................................ 599
Power switch......................................... 201 Engine compartment cover............. 503
Engine coolant
Capacity .................................................... 611
Checking .............................................. 508
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 326
Warning light .......................................565
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......................................................... 97
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 609
Checking ...............................................504
Warning light .......................................565
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 506
Engine switch ........................................... 201
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) Function ..................................................305
Warning light .......................................566
EV drive mode ...................................... 206
EV indicator ............................................... 79
Event data recorder (EDR).....................11

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Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........................... 392
Head restraints ....................................... 158
Headlights .................................................219 Automatic headlight leveling .........221
Automatic High Beam .................... 223
Light switch ............................................ 219
Replacing light bulbs ............. 541, 552
Wattage ................................................... 615
Head-up display..................................... 106
Heated steering wheel .........................441
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 430
Heated steering wheel ................... 440
Outside rear view mirrors .............435
Seat heaters ......................................... 440
High mounted stoplight Replacing .............................................. 552
Hill-start assist control ........................305
Hood ..........................................................500 Warning message .................. 128, 572
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 450
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 28
Horn ............................................................ 160 Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Location ......................................................81
Specification ........................................ 609
Hybrid battery air vent .......................... 82
Hybrid system............................................ 77 Emergency shut off system ............. 82
Energy monitor/consumption screen.......................... 111
EV drive mode ................................... 206
High voltage components .................81
Hybrid System Indicator ................. 100
Hybrid system precautions ...............81
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............ 324
If the hybrid system will not start....................................................... 588
Overheating.........................................599
Power switch .........................................201
Regenerative braking ..........................79
Starting the hybrid system...............201
Vehicle proximity notification system ..................................................... 78
Hybrid System Indicator .................... 100
Hybrid transmission ............................ 208
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