2018 LEXUS NX300h engine oil

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS
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al_USA_OM78212U 5-5. Using the other interior features
Other interior features .............. 288
Garage door opener.................. 298
Compass.......................................... 303
Lexus Enform Safety Connect 306
Lexus Enform Remote ................. 311
Lexus Enform Service Connect
............................................................ 312
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehi-
cle exterior .................................... 314
Cleaning and protecting the vehi-
cle interior ..................................... 317
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements ...... 319
General maintenance ................ 320
Emission inspection and mainte-
nance (I/M) programs ............ 322
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
........................................................... 324
Hood.................................................. 325
Positioning a floor jack............... 326
Engine compartment.................. 327
12-volt battery................................ 333
Tires ................................................... 336
Tire inflation pressure ................. 343
Wheels.............................................. 345
Air conditioning filter.................. 346
Electronic key battery ................ 347
Checking and replacing fuses 349
Headlight aim.................................. 351
Light bulbs ....................................... 353 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................... 358
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ............................ 358
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed
.......................................................... 360
If you think something is wrong
.......................................................... 363
If a warning light turns on or a warn-
ing buzzer sounds..................... 365
If a warning messa ge is displayed
.......................................................... 374
If you have a flat tire .................... 377
If the hybrid syst em will not start
.......................................................... 385
If you lose your keys.................... 386
If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened .......................................... 387
If the electronic key does not oper-
ate properly ................................. 387
If the 12-volt battery is discharged
.......................................................... 390
If your vehicle overheats ........... 394
If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 397
8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level,
etc.) ................................................. 40
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Fuel information ............................ 408
Tire information ............................. 4106
Maintenance and care 7
When trouble arises
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Vehicle specifications

13Pictorial index
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al_USA_OM78212U Precautions against winter season ............................................................................ P.257
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer) .................................................. P.273
Precautions against car wash ....................................................................................... P.315
Fuel filler door .......................................................................................................... P.196
Refueling method .............................................................................................................. P .196
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity ...... .................................................................................... P.401
Tires.......................................................................................................................... ..P.336
Tire size/inflation pressure ...........................................................................................P.406
Winter tires/tire chain .................................................................................................... P.25 7
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system.............................................. P.336
Coping with flat tires........................................................................................................ P .377
Hood ......................................................................................................................... P. 325
Opening ........................................................................................................................ ....... P.325
Engine compartment cover .........................................................................................P.328
Engine oil ..................................................................................................................... ......... P.402
Coping with overheat ..................................................................................................... P.394
Warning messages .......................................................................................................... P.374
Headlights .................................................................................................................P.18 3
Parking lights/daytime running lights...............................................................P.183
Fog lights....................................................................................................................P .189
Turn signal lights ...................................................................................................... P.176
Tail lights .................................................................................................................... P.183
License plate lights .................................................................................................P.183
Back-up light
Shifting the shift lever to R ...............................................................................................P.1 73
Side marker lights ...................................................................................................P.183 *
:If equipped Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
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Vehicle status information and indicators Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in any of the vehicle’s sys-
tems.
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: These lights turn on when the power
switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
cate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few sec-Warning lights (U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light *1

( → P.365)(Red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light *1

( → P.365)
Charging system warning
light *2
( → P.365)
Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light *2
( → P.365)
High coolant temperature
warning light *2
( → P.366)
(Yellow)
Brake system warning light *1

( → P.366)
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp *1

( → P.366)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp *1

( → P.366)
SRS warning light *1
( → P.366)
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light *1
( → P.367)
(Canada)
ABS warning light *1
( → P.367)
(Yellow) Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light *1
( → P.367) (Red)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light *1
( → P.367)
PCS warning light *1
( → P.367)(if equipped)
PKSB OFF indicator *1, 3
( → P.368)(Orange)
LDA indicator *2
( → P.368)
Slip indicator light *1
( → P.368)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor *1, 3
( → P.368)(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator *3

( → P.369)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator *3

( → P.369)
Low fuel level warning light
( → P.369)
Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light
( → P.369)
Rear passengers' seat belt
reminder light *4
( → P.370)
Master warning light *1

( → P.370)
Tire pressure warning light *1

( → P.370)
Brake Override System/
Drive-Start Control warning
light *2
( → P.371)

80 2-1. Instrument cluster
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al_USA_OM78212U Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction ( → P.374)
SpeedometerDisplays the vehicle speed
Fuel gaugeDisplays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Shift position and shift rangeDisplays the selected shift posi tion or selected shift range ( → P.173)
Odometer, trip meter and maintena nce required information displayOdometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Trip meter:
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 inde-
pendently.
Maintenance required information:
Displays the remaining distance unt il the engine oil sh ould be changed.
• Displays the maintenance requ ired information when the power switch is ON mode.
• It can be reset on of the multi-information display. 
When driving mode is in sport mode ( → P.249)
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
Engine coolant temperature gaugeDisplays the engine coolant temperature
TachometerDisplays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
Outside temperatureDisplays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C). Low G
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Vehicle status information and indicators outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) or
lower.
Background color of drive modeBackground color changes according to the drive mode. ( → P.249)
•Sport mode: Red
•Eco mode: Blue
When in Normal mode, the background color is Black.
ClockTime displayed is linked to the analog clock on the instrument panel. ( → P.288)
Multi-information displayPresents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( → P.85)
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction ( → P.374)
SpeedometerDisplays the vehicle speed
Fuel gaugeDisplays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Shift position and shift rangeDisplays the selected shift posi tion or selected shift range ( → P.173)
Odometer, trip meter and maintena nce required information displayOdometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Trip meter:
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 inde-
pendently.
Maintenance required information:
Displays the remaining distance unt il the engine oil sh ould be changed.
• Displays the maintenance requ ired information when the power switch is ON mode.
• It can be reset on of the multi-information display. D
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88 2-1. Instrument cluster
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 Sway sensitivity Select to set the vehicle sway warning sen-
sitivity. ■
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
( → P.203)
Select to set up the following items.
 PCS on/off Select to enable/dis able the pre-collision
system.
 PCS sensitivity Select to change the warning timing.■
Intuitive parking assist sensor
(if equipped) ( → P.227)
Select to set up the following items.
 Intuitive parking assist sensor Select to enable/disab le the intuitive park-
ing assist sensor.
 Volume Select to set the volume of the buzzer
which sounds when the intuitive parking
assist sensor is operated.
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PKSB (Parking Support
Brake System) (if equipped)
( → P.232)
 PKSB on/off Select to enable/dis able the parking sup-
port brake function (for static objects).
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Clock ( → P.288)
Select to switch between 12-hour dis-
play and 24-hour display. ■
Vehicle Settings
 PBD (Power Back Door)
( → P.110) *1 Select to set up the following items.
•System settings
Select to enable/disable the power back
door system.
•Volume
Select to set the volume of the buzzer
which sounds when the power back door
system.
• Kick Sensor *2
Select to enable/dis able the kick sensor. *1
: Vehicles with power back door *2
: Vehicles with power back door and kick
sensor
 TPMS (Tire Pressure Warning Sys-
tem) ( → P.338)Select to initialize the tire pressure warning
system.
 Scheduled Maintenance ( → P.319)Select to initialize the scheduled mainte-
nance.
 Oil maintenance ( → P.329)Select to reset the engine oil maintenance
information (message indicating mainte-
nance is required and distance until the
next oil change) after engine oil mainte-
nance is performed.
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Meter settings
 Language Select to change the language on the dis-
play.
 Units Select to change the unit of measure for
fuel consumption.
 EV Indicator ( → P.62)Select to set the EV indicator on/off.
 Switch settings ( → P.85)

1554-1. Before driving
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Driving NOTICE●
The vehicle will make abnormal
sounds or vibrations.●
The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat
tire ( → P.377)■
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded
after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may cause
the following serious damage to the vehi-
cle: ●
Engine stalling●
Short in electrical components●
Engine damage caused by water
immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded
road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure
to have your Lexus dealer check the fol-
lowing: ●
Brake function●
Changes in quantity and quality of oil
and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, etc.●
Lubricant condition for the bearings
and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bear-
ings, etc.
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When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift
the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may
cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle
may accelerate sudden ly if the accelera-
tor pedal is accidentally depressed. Cargo and luggage Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load. WARNING■
Things that must not be carried in the
luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if
loaded in the luggage compartment: ●
Receptacles containing gasoline ●
Aerosol cans ■
Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals
from being depressed properly, may
block the driver’s vision, or may result in
items hitting the driver or passengers,
possibly causing an accident. ●
Stow cargo and luggage in the lug-
gage compartment whenever possi-
ble. ●
Do not stack cargo and luggage in the
luggage compartment higher than the
seatbacks.
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When you fold down the rear seats,
long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.
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Never allow anyone to ride in the lug-
gage compartment. It is not designed
for passengers. They should ride in
their seats with thei r seat belts prop-
erly fastened.
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Do not place cargo or luggage in or on
the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats
(when stacking items)
•On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel
•On the dashboard

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Driving  Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside temperatures. •Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
•Washer fluid
 Have a service technician inspect
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four
snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires *
.Ensure that all tires are the same size and
brand, and that chains match the size of the
tires. *
: Tire chains cannot be mounted on the
225/60R18 tires.
Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:
 Do not try to forcibly open a window
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water Winter driving tips Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive
the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
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Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of
vehicle control and cause death or seri-
ous injury.
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Use tires of the specified size.
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Maintain the recommended level of air
pressure. ●
Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120
km/h), regardless of the type of snow
tires being used. ●
Use snow tires on all, not just some
wheels. ■
Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle
being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury. ●
Do not drive in excess of the speed
limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), which-
ever is lower. ●
Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces
or over potholes. ●
Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden br aking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking. ●
Slow down sufficiently before entering
a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
maintained.
NOTICE■
Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire
retailers.
This is because the removal and attach-
ment of snow tires affects the operation
of the tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle