2015 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manual

5537-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
NX300h_U_OM78007U WA R N I N G ■
Replacing light bulbs ●
Be sure to stop the hybrid system and turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the
bulb immediately after turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns. ●
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoid-
able to hold the glass portion, use and ho ld with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.●
Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may result
in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage the head-
lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.●
Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric circuits or
component parts.
Doing so may result in death or se rious injury due to electric shock.■
To prevent damage or fire ●
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked. ●
Check the wattage of the bulb before installin g to prevent heat damage.

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8When trouble arises
NX300h_U_OM78007U 8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................. 556
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency................................. 557
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .....................................558
If you think something is
wrong ........................................... 564
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds.......................................... 565
If a warning message is
displayed..................................... 572
If you have a flat tire................... 575
If the hybrid system will not
start ...............................................589
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P............................. 591
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ..................... 592
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ................................. 595
If your vehicle overheats ........ 600
If the vehicle becomes
stuck .............................................604

556 8-1. Essential information
NX300h_U_OM78007UEmergency flashers Press the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn
them off, press the switch once again.
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Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is not operat-
ing (while the “READY” indicator is not illu minated), the 12-volt battery may discharge.The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehicle has
to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.

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When trouble arises 8-1. Essential information
NX300h_U_OM78007UIf your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to
slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N. 
If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the hybrid system. 
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as
much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system, press and
hold the power switch for 2 consec-
utive seconds or more, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in succes-
sion.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in
the normal way, stop the vehicl e using the following procedure:1
2
3
4
3
Press and hold for 2 seconds or more,
or press briefly 3 times or more4
WA R N I N G ■
If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the stee ring wheel heavier to
turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid system.5

558 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NX300h_U_OM78007UIf your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer or commercial towing service before towing. (  P. 5 6 2 )●
The hybrid warning message shows on and the vehicle does not move. ●
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to
prevent body damage.If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or flat bed
truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
2WD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front,
the vehicle’s rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions. (  P. 559, 562)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.
AWD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a towing
dolly. (  P. 559, 562)
Situations needs to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck

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When trouble arises
NX300h_U_OM78007U Towing with a wheel-lift type truck 
From the front (2WD models) 
From the front (AWD models)
Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

560 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NX300h_U_OM78007U If your Lexus is transported by a flat bed
truck, it should be tied down at the
locations shown in the illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie down
your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45  .
Do not overly tighten the tie downs or
the vehicle may be damaged.
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet. This
should only be attempted on hard su rfaced roads for short distances at low
speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering an d brakes must be in good condition.Using a flat bed truck Front
Emergency towing