cruise control LEXUS NX300H 2016 Owner's Guide

2674-5. Using the driving support systems
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Cruise control
Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without operating the accelerator
pedal.
Use the cruise control on freeways and highways.Indicators
Cruise control switch
Press the “ON/OFF” button to acti-
vate the cruise control.
Cruise control indicator will come on.
Press the button again to deactivate the
cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate, with
accelerator pedal operation, to the
desired vehicle speed (above
approximately 25 mph [40 km/h])
and push the lever down to set the
speed.
Cruise control “SET” indicator will come
on.
The vehicle speed at the moment the
lever is released be comes the set speed.
: If equipped
Summary of functions
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Setting the vehicle speed
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■Cruise control can be set when
●The shift lever is in D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.
●Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
●The vehicle can be accelerated by operating accelerator pedal. After accelerating, the
set speed resumes.
●Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased by first accel-
erating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the lever down to set the new
speed.
■Automatic cancelation of cruise control
Cruise control is automatically canceled in any of the following situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below the set
speed.
●Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40km/h).
●VSC is activated.
●TRAC is activated for a period of time.
●When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF switch.
■If “Cruise Control Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed on the multi-information
display
Press the “ON/OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press the button
again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immediately after
being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
WA R N I N G
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using th e “ON/OFF” button when not in use.
■Situations unsuitable for 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 pede strians, cyclers, etc.
●In heavy traffic
●On roads with sharp bends
●On winding roads
●On slippery roads, such as thos e covered with rain, ice or snow
●On sharp inclines or declines
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
●When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

5868-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WA R N I N G
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with your vehi-
cle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp cornering.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, but it may even negatively
affect the drive-train components:
●E-Four (if equipped)
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
•Cruise control
• Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)
• Pre-collision system (if equipped)
•EPS • AVS (if equipped)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
(if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind spot monitor)
(if equipped)
• Automatic high Beam (if equipped)

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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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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance..................................... 498
General maintenance .....................494
Maintenance data ............................. 606
Maintenance requirements............ 491
Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 565
Meter Head-up display.................................. 106
Indicators................................................... 92
Instrument panel light control .....................................................99
Meters......................................................... 97
Multi-information display ................ 102
Warning lights .................................... 565
Warning messages........................... 572
Micro dust and pollen filter .............. 436
Microphone ............................................ 393
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ....................... 161
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ...........................................435
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 163
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 455 Moon roof
Jam protection function....................170
Operation................................................169
Warning message..................... 171, 572
MP3 disc ..................................................367
Multi-information display Drive information ................................ 103
Dynamic radar cruise control.................................................. 240
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 253
Energy monitor........................................ 111
Language............................................... 636
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ................... 270
Warning messages .......................... 572
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle ........................8
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Power easy access system .................154
Power outlets ......................................... 456
Power steering (Electric Power
Steering system) ................................305 Warning light ...................................... 566
Power switch ........................................... 201
Power windows Door lock linked window operation ..............................................167
Jam protection function ....................167
Operation ............................................... 166
Window lock switch.......................... 166
Pre-Collision System (PCS) Function ................................................... 310
PCS switch............................................... 311
Warning light ...................................... 566
Warning message ............................. 572
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ........................ 240
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range) ..................... 253
Radiator .................................................... 509
Radio............................................................361
Rear Cross Traffic Alert ......................316
Rear seat Folding down the rear seatbacks ............................................. 148 Rear side marker lights
Light switch............................................. 219
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 552
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 547
Turn signal lever ................................... 212
Wattage ...................................................615
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror....................... 161
Outside rear view mirrors ..............163
Rear window defogger ...................... 435
Rear window wiper ..............................234
Refueling...................................................236 Capacity ................................................ 608
Fuel types.............................................. 608
Opening the fuel tank cap ............ 236
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 238
Regenerative braking............................. 79
Remote Touch
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Replacing Electronic key battery ..................... 532
Fuses ........................................................ 534
Light bulbs.............................................538
Tires .......................................................... 575
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required .................492
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................................644
Road accident cautions ........................ 84
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Side mirrors ..............................................163Adjusting and folding........................ 163
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)............. 316
Heaters....................................................435
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 552
Turn signal lever ................................... 212
Smart access system with push-button start ...................... 140Antenna location ................................. 140
Entry functions ............................ 124, 129
Starting the hybrid system .............. 201
Warning message ............................. 572
Snow tires ................................................ 326
Spare tire Inflation pressure ................................. 614
Storage location .................................576
Spark plug .................................................. 611
Specifications ......................................... 606
Speedometer .............................................97
Sport mode ............................................. 303
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................................. 160
Audio switches .................................... 342
Heated steering wheel ................... 440
Power easy access system ............ 154
Telephone switches ..........................402
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 552
Storage feature ..................................... 446
Storage precautions............................ 446
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ....... 603 Sunglass holder......................................449
Sun visors................................................. 455
Switch
ASC (Active Sound Control) dial ...........................................................218
Audio remote control switches .............................................. 342
Automatic High Beam switch ..... 223
Brake hold switch................................ 216
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch..........................................316
Cruise control switch ........................... 240, 253, 267
Door lock switch.................................. 126
Driving mode select switch ..........303
Driving position memory switches ................................................154
Emergency flashers switch ...........556
EV drive mode switch .................... 206
Fog light switch ....................................227
Garage door opener switches .............................................. 467
Heated steering wheel ................... 440
HUD (Head-up display) switches ............................................... 106
Ignition switch........................................201
Intuitive parking assist switch....... 279
LDA switch ........................................... 270
Light switches ........................................ 219
Meter control switches .................... 103
Moon roof switches ...........................169
Outside rear view mirror switches ................................................163