2016 LEXUS NX200T fuel cap

4857-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission
control system. Your vehicle may not pa ss the I/M test and may need to be
repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer to service the vehicle.
●When the battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may not be com-
pletely set.
●When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a temporary malfunction
and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehicle is driven
40 or more times.
Contact your Lexus dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD
(On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of
the emission control system.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:
When the malfunction indicator lamp s till remains on after several driv-
ing trips
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

5127-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge
Remove the tire valve cap.
Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve.
Read the pressure using the gauge gradations.
If the tire inflation pressure is not at the recommended level, adjust the pres-
sure.
If you add too much air, press the center of the valve to deflate.
After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and adjustment,
apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage.
Put the tire valve cap back on.
■Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire inflation pressure ev ery two weeks, or at least once a month.
Do not forget to check the spare.
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
●Reduced fuel economy
●Reduced driving comfort and poor handling
●Reduced tire life due to wear
●Reduced safety
●Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, ha ve it checked by your Lexus dealer.
Inspection and adjustment procedure
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5538-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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*1: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
*2: Driver's and front passenger's seat belt warning buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt
is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the
buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicl e reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the
buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will
sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer
will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the vehicle reaches
a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the
buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened,
the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side
impact sensors (front), side impact sensors (r ear), driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s
seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sen-
sors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s
seat belt buckle switch, driver ’s seat belt pretensioner, front passenger’s seat belt preten-
sioner and force limiter, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources.
(  P. 3 8 )
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor
may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passen-
ger is not sittin g in the seat.
●If a cushion is placed on th e seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the warn-
ing light may not operate properly.
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes insufficie nt of the voltage temporarily drops, the
electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warning buzzer may
sound.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after severa l trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.

5909-1. Specifications
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Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with towing package
Dimensions and weight
Overall length182.3 in. (4630 mm)
Overall width72.6 in. (1845 mm)
Overall height*164.8 in. (1645 mm)
Wheelbase104.7 in. (2660 mm)
Front and rear tread
Ve h i c l e s w i t h
225/65R17 and
225/60R18 tires
62.2 in. (1580 mm)
Ve h i c l e s w i t h
235/55R18 tires61.8 in. (1570 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)895 lb. (405 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating*2
(Trailer weight + cargo weight)2000 lb. (910 kg)

5929-1. Specifications
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■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check
the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine
Model2.0 L 4-cylinder with turbocharger (8AR-FTS)
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.39  3.39 in. (86.0  86.0 mm)
Displacement121.9 cu.in. (1998 cm3)
Valve clearance (engine cold)Automatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Reference)15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp.gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill — reference*)
With filter
Without filter5.2 qt. (4.9 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.)

6089-1. Specifications
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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of transmission, power steer-
ing, power brakes, power wi ndows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are available as
factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1* below

648Alphabetical index
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Front turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs ........... 530, 537
Turn signal lever ................................ 203
Wattage ................................................. 598
Fuel Capacity .................................................592
Fuel gauge ................................................ 87
Gas station information ................. 660
Information ........................................... 599
Refueling................................................. 227
Type ..........................................................592
Fuel filler door .........................................227 Refueling................................................. 227
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 229
Fuses .......................................................... 520
Garage door opener .......................... 456
Gas station information ..................... 660
Gauges ........................................................ 87
Glove box ................................................ 437
Grocery bag hooks ...............................441 Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)........................... 382
Head restraints........................................ 149
Headlights ................................................. 210 Automatic headlight leveling ......... 213
Automatic High Beam system ..... 214
Light switch.............................................210
Replacing light bulbs ........... 526, 537
Wattage ................................................ 598
Head-up display .......................................96
Heated steering wheel ...................... 430
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 420
Heated steering wheel ..................... 431
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 155
Seat heaters ..........................................430
High mounted stoplight Replacing ............................................... 537
Hill-start assist control ........................ 297
Hood ......................................................... 488 Warning message.................... 118, 557
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 440
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 26
Horn............................................................. 152
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Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ..........................231
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range) ..................... 244
Radiator .................................................... 497
Radio........................................................... 351
Rear Cross Traffic Alert .................... 309
Rear seat Folding down the rear seatbacks ............................................. 138
Rear side marker lights Light switch ............................................ 210
Replacing light bulbs ........................537
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........................532
Turn signal lever ................................ 203
Wattage ................................................. 598 Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror......................153
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 155
Rear window defogger .......................425
Rear window wiper ..............................225
Refueling................................................... 227 Capacity ................................................. 592
Fuel types............................................... 592
Opening the fuel tank cap .............227
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 229
Remote Touch
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Replacing Electronic key battery ...................... 518
Fuses ........................................................520
Light bulbs............................................. 523
Tires ......................................................... 560
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..........................................626
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required ................ 480
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.