2016 LEXUS NX300H stop start

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When trouble arises
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the hybrid system. Shift the shift lever to P and set the parking brake.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels to help pro-
vide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to D or R, release the parking brake. Then, while exercising
caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC. ( P. 3 0 7 )
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6399-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
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■Power back door*1 ( P. 1 2 9 )
*1:If equipped
*2: Configured by operating the switch of the lower back door. ( P. 1 3 2 
*3: While carrying the electronic key on your person, press the back door opener switch.
■Vehicle customization
●When the speed linked door locking functi on and shift position linked door locking
function are both on, the door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, all th e doors will be locked.
• If the vehicle is started with all the door s locked, the speed linked door locking func-
tion would not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door un locked, the speed linked door locking func-
tion will operate.
●When the smart access system with push-but ton start is off, smart door unlocking can-
not be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after unloc king the doors and the automatic door lock
function is activated, the signals will be generated in accordance with the Operation
signal (buzzer) and the Operation si gnal (emergency flashers) settings.
■In the following situations, customize mo de in which the settings can be changed
through the multi-in formation display will automatically be turned off.
●A warning message appears after the cu stomize mode screen is displayed.
●The power switch is turned off.
●The vehicle begins to move while the customize mode screen is displayed.
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Set at the desired Position
(height)
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Back Door Automatic
Open and Stop Position
Initial settings Po s i t i o nStop at the
desired position
(height)–––O
5 step configuration
Back Door Automatic
Open and Stop Position
51 to 5O–O–
Back door opener switch
operationsWhen the back
door is locked
*3When the back
door is unlocked––O–
Power back door operationsOnOff–O––
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657What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(P. 2 0 1 )
●Is the shift position in P? ( P. 2 0 3 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 1 4 0 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 2 0 3 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 5 9 2 )
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( P. 5 9 4 )
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
power switch in ON mode ( P. 5 9 0 )
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 2 0 4 )
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 1 6 6 )
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period
of time. ( P. 2 0 3 )
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the hybrid system is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The power switch is turned off automatically

658What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 5 6 7 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 2 1 3 )
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 5 6 5 , 5 7 2 )
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 8 8 )
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the hybrid system.
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 5 7 2 )
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 5 6 5 , 5 7 2 . A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

665Alphabetical index
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If you have a flat tire ..........................575
If you lose your keys ................ 120, 122
If you think something is wrong .................................................. 564
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 603
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency.........................................557
If your vehicle needs to be towed................................................... 558
If your vehicle overheats ............... 599
Energy monitor ..........................................111
Engine Accessory mode................................202
Compartment ..................................... 502
Engine switch ........................................ 201
Hood ....................................................... 500
How to start the hybrid system ................................................... 201
Identification number ...................... 608
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ..........557
Ignition switch (power switch).................................. 201
Overheating ........................................ 599
Power switch......................................... 201 Engine compartment cover............. 503
Engine coolant
Capacity .................................................... 611
Checking .............................................. 508
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 326
Warning light .......................................565
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......................................................... 97
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 609
Checking ...............................................504
Warning light .......................................565
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 506
Engine switch ........................................... 201
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) Function ..................................................305
Warning light .......................................566
EV drive mode ...................................... 206
EV indicator ............................................... 79
Event data recorder (EDR).....................11

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Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........................... 392
Head restraints ....................................... 158
Headlights .................................................219 Automatic headlight leveling .........221
Automatic High Beam .................... 223
Light switch ............................................ 219
Replacing light bulbs ............. 541, 552
Wattage ................................................... 615
Head-up display..................................... 106
Heated steering wheel .........................441
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 430
Heated steering wheel ................... 440
Outside rear view mirrors .............435
Seat heaters ......................................... 440
High mounted stoplight Replacing .............................................. 552
Hill-start assist control ........................305
Hood ..........................................................500 Warning message .................. 128, 572
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 450
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 28
Horn ............................................................ 160 Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Location ......................................................81
Specification ........................................ 609
Hybrid battery air vent .......................... 82
Hybrid system............................................ 77 Emergency shut off system ............. 82
Energy monitor/consumption screen.......................... 111
EV drive mode ................................... 206
High voltage components .................81
Hybrid System Indicator ................. 100
Hybrid system precautions ...............81
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............ 324
If the hybrid system will not start....................................................... 588
Overheating.........................................599
Power switch .........................................201
Regenerative braking ..........................79
Starting the hybrid system...............201
Vehicle proximity notification system ..................................................... 78
Hybrid System Indicator .................... 100
Hybrid transmission ............................ 208
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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