2015 LEXUS NX300h sport mode

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: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to 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.
* 2
: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
* 3
: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
* 4
: This light illuminates on the center panel.
The indicators inform the driver of the op erating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems. * 1
Master warning light
(  P. 5 6 7 )
* 2
Brake Override System/
Drive-Start Control warning
light (  P. 5 6 7 )
* 1
Tire pressure warning light
(  P. 5 6 7 )
Indicators Turn signal indicator
(  P. 212) “READY” indicator
(  P. 2 0 1 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(  P. 2 1 9 ) EV indicator (  P. 7 9 )
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(  P. 220) * 8
EV drive mode indicator
(  P. 2 0 6 )
Headlight high beam
indicator (  P. 220) * 8
“ECO” indicator
(  P. 303)
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam
indicator (  P. 223) * 8
“SPORT” indicator
(  P. 303)
Fog light indicator
(  P. 2 2 7 ) * 8
(if equipped)Radar cruise control
indicator (  P. 2 4 0 , 2 5 3 )

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Instrument cluster
NX300h_U_OM78007UGauges and meters 
When driving mode is in other than sport mode (  P. 303)
When driving mode is in sport mode (  P. 3 0 3 )
The units used on the meters may diff er depending on the target region.
Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature
Hybrid System Indicator Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (  P. 1 0 0 )1
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NX300h_U_OM78007U Background color of drive mode Background color changes according to the drive mode. (  P. 303)
• Sport mode: Red
• Eco drive mode: Blue
When in Normal mode, the background color is Black.
Outside temperature Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40  F (-40  C) to 122  F
(50  C). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature
is 37  F (3  C) or lower.
Displays the vehicle speed
Shift position and shift range Displays the selected shift posi tion or selected shift range (  P. 2 0 8 )
Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed
Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Multi-information display Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (  P. 1 0 2 )
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (  P. 5 7 2 )
Odometer, trip meter and maintena nce required information displayOdometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Tr i p m e t e r :
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset.
Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different distances indepen-
dently.
Maintenance required information:
Displays the remaining distance until the engine oil should be changed.
• Displays the maintenance required information when the power switch is ON
mode.
• It can be reset from the “settings display” of the multi-information display.
(  P. 1 0 2 )
Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute 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
regenerative brake. 1
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NX300h_U_OM78007UASC (Active Sound Control) 
Louder
Lower The indicator comes on when the ASC
system is on.
When the dial is turned to the lowest
volume, the ASC system will be turned
off and the indicator will go off. ■
The ASC system can be operated when
The driving mode select switch is in normal mode or sport mode.■
Temporary cancelation of the ASC system functions
The ASC system may be temporarily cancele d depending on the driving conditions,
such as when the tires slip due to sudden acceleration.
 : If equippedThe ASC system is an electronic sound system that generates engine sound,
conveying the kinetic situations of the vehicle’s accelerati on and deceleration
to the driver through the speake rs inside the instrument panel.
The vehicle’s response to the driver’s acceleration behavior and shift opera-
tions are also conveyed in sound.
When sport mode is selected, the sound co nveyed to the driver will be louder.
Controlling volume 1
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Driving
NX300h_U_OM78007UDriving mode select switch
Normal mode
For normal driving. Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode when selected to Eco
drive mode or sport mode.
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that
involve frequent accelerating. When not in Eco drive mode and the driving mo de select switch is turned to the left,
“ECO” indicator will be shown on the multi-information display.
Sport mode
Assists acceleration response by cont rolling the hybrid system and steering.
Suitable for when precise handling is desirable, for example when driving on
mountain roads. When not in sport mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the right,
“SPORT” indicator will be shown on the mult i-information display and the hybrid sys-
tem indicator changes to the tachometer. (  P. 9 7 )The driving modes can be selected to suit driving conditions.
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Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air condi-
tioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. To improve air conditioning performance,
adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode. ■
Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if th e power switch is turned off after driving in
sport mode.

562 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NX300h_U_OM78007U WA R N I N G
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ■
When transporting the vehicle 
2WD models 
AW D m o d e l s
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While towing ●
When towing using a cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive
stress on the towing hook and rope. The towing hook or rope may become damaged,
broken debris may hit people and cause serious damage. ●
Do not turn the power switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated.■
Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing ey elets may come loose during towing.Be sure to transport the vehicle with the front
wheels raised or with all four wheels raised off
the ground. If the vehicle is towed with the front
wheels contacting the ground, the drivetrain
and related parts may be damaged or electric-
ity generated by the operation of the motor
may cause a fire to occur depending on the
nature of the damage or malfunction.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain or related parts may be damaged,
the vehicle may fly off the truck, or electricity
generated by the operation of the motor may
cause a fire to occur depending on the nature
of the damage or malfunction.