2015 LEXUS NX300h hood release

19Pictorial index
NX300h_U_OM78007U Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 102 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 102
Energy monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 111
When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 572
Turn signal lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . 212Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 219
Headlights/parking lights/tai l lights/license plate lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 2 19
Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 227
Windshield wiper and washer switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 228, 234 Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 228, 234
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P . 511
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 57 2
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 556
Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 500
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 160Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 160
Driving position memory
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 154
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 430 Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 430
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 435
Audio system
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Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 336
Hands-free system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 392
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: If equipped
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: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.4
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128 3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
NX300h_U_OM78007U ■
Impact detection door lock release system
In the event that the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, all the doors are unlocked.
Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, however, the system may
not operate. ■
Using the mechanical key
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. (  P. 5 9 2 )■
Open door warning buzzer
If the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph (5 km/h), the master warning light flashes and a
buzzer sounds to indicate that door (s) or the hood in not fully closed.
The open door(s) or hood is displa yed on the multi-information display.■
Conditions affecting the operation of the sm art access system with push-button start
or wireless remote control
 P. 1 4 2 ■
Customization
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.
(Customizable features:  P. 6 3 3 )
WA R N I N G ■
To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door open ing and an occupant falling out, resulting in
death or serious injury. ●
Ensure that all doors are properly closed and locked. ●
Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even if the
inside lock buttons ar e in locked position.●
Set the rear door child-protector locks wh en children are seated in the rear seats.■
When opening or closing a door
Check the surroundings of the vehicle such as whether the vehicle is on an incline,
whether there is enough space for a door to open and whether a strong wind is blow-
ing. When opening or closing the door, hold the door handle tightly to prepare for any
unpredictable movement.

216 4-2. Driving procedures
NX300h_U_OM78007UBrake Hold Turns the brake hold system on The brake hold standby indicator
(green) comes on. While the system is
holding the brake, the brake hold oper-
ated indicator (yellow) comes on. ■
Brake hold system operating conditions
The brake hold system cannot be turn ed on in the following conditions:●
The back door or hood is not closed. ●
The driver’s door is not closed. ●
The driver is not wearing the seat belt.
If any of the conditions above are detected when the brake hold system is enabled, the
system will turn off and the brake hold standby in dicator light will go of f. In addition, if any
of the conditions are detected while the sy stem is holding the brake, a warning buzzer
will sound and a message will be shown on th e multi-information display. The parking
brake will then be set automatically. ■
Brake hold function ●
If the brake pedal is left released for a period of about 3 minutes after the system has
started holding the brake, the parking brake w ill be set automatically. In this case, a
warning buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display.●
To turn the system off while the system is holding the brake, firmly depress the brake
pedal and press the button again. ●
The brake hold function may not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a steep incline.
In this situation, it may be necessary fo r the driver to apply the brakes. A warning
buzzer will sound and the multi-information di splay will inform the dr iver of this situa-
tion. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information displa y, re a d t h e m e s s a g e
and follow the instructions. ■
When the parking brake is set automatically while the system is holding the brakes
The parking brake will not be released automatically. With the brake pedal depressed,
release the parking brake by operating the parking brake switch, making sure that the
parking brake indicator light goes off. (  P. 2 1 3 )The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in D, S or
N with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the vehi-
cle. The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed
with the shift lever in D or S to allow smooth start off.

500 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
NX300h_U_OM78007UHood Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and
lift the hood.Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood. 1
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WA R N I N G ■
Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause
an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.

670 Alphabetical index
NX300h_U_OM78007U I/M test ..................................................... 497
Identification
Engine ....................................................... 610
Vehicle ................................................... 609
Ignition switch (Power switch) ......... 201
Illuminated entry system .................... 445
Immobilizer system................................. 86
Indicators .................................................... 92
Initialization
Engine oil maintenance data....... 506
Items to initialize..................................643
Tire pressure warning
system ................................................... 518
Inside rear view mirror .......................... 161
Instrument panel light control ............ 99
Interior lights........................................... 443
Switch....................................................... 444
Wattage ....................................................617
Intuitive parking assist
Function .................................................. 279
Warning message ............................. 572
Jack
Positioning a floor jack ..................... 501
Vehicle-equipped jack ...................576
Jack handle ............................................. 576
Jam protection function
Moon roof .............................................. 170
Power back door opener
and closer............................................ 138
Power windows ....................................167 Keyless entry
Smart access system with
push-button start ..............................140
Wireless remote control................... 118
Keys .............................................................. 118
Battery-saving function ......................141
Electronic key ......................................... 118
Engine switch ........................................201
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 592
If you lose your keys.................120, 122
Key number plate ................................. 118
Keyless entry ........................................... 118
Mechanical key...................................... 118
Power switch .........................................201
Replacing the battery ...................... 532
Warning buzzer.....................................141
Wireless remote control key .......... 118
Knee airbags ............................................. 40
Lane Departure Alert
with steering control (LDA) ..........270
Language (multi-information
display) .................................................. 638
LATCH anchors ........................................ 71
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......................270
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever ........................ 500
Hood lock release lever................ 500
Shift lever ...............................................208
Turn signal lever ................................... 212
Wiper lever........................................... 228I
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NX300h_U_OM78007U GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever Fuel filler door
P. 5 0 0 P. 2 3 7
Hood lock release lever Tire inflation pressure
P. 5 0 0 P. 6 1 5
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 14.8 gal. (56 L, 12.3 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 610
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 6 1 5
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) With filter
Without filter 4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp.qt.)
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)
Engine oil type “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
P. 6 1 2