2018 LEXUS NX300h high beam

1894-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
1 Turns the fog lights off
2 Turns the fog lights on■
Fog lights can be used when
The headlights are on in low beam. The wiper operation is selected by
moving the lever as follows. ■
Intermittent windshield wipers with
interval adjuster (if equipped) 
Type A
1 Off
2 Intermittent operation
3 Low speed operation
4 High speed operation
5 Temporary operationFog light switch When in difficult driving conditions,
such as in rain and fog, turn on the
front fog lights to secure front visi-
bility and turn on the rear fog lights
to notify following vehicles the exis-
tence of your vehicle.
Operating procedure
NOTICE
■
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the hy brid system is off. Windshield wipers and
washer Operating the lever can switch
between automatic operation and
manual operation, or can use the
washer.
Operating the wiper lever

198 4-5. Using the driving support systems
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PCS (Pre-Collision System)
→ P.203 ■
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control)
→ P.210 ■
Automatic High Beam
→ P.186 ■
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
→ P.217
The pre-collision system is equipped with a sophisticated computer that will
record certain data, such as:
• Accelerator status
•Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the pre-collision
system functions
• Information (such as the distance
and relative speed between your
vehicle and the vehicle ahead or
other objects)
• Images from the camera sensor
(available only when the pre-colli-
sion braking function or the pre-col-
lision brake assist function was
operating)
The pre-collision system does not
record conversations, sounds or
images of the inside of the vehicle.
 Data usage Lexus may use the data recorded in this
computer to diagnose malfunctions, con-
duct research and development, and
improve quality.
Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to
a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or
with the consent of the lessee if the vehi-
cle is leased
• In response to an official request by the
police, a court of law or a government
agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is
not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle
owner
 Recorded images can be erased
using a specialized device.
The image recording function can be dis-Lexus Safety System+ The Lexus Safety System+ consists
of the following drive assist systems
and contributes to a safe and com-
fortable driving experience:
Drive assist systems of Lexus
Safety System+
WARNING■
Lexus Safety System+
The Lexus Safety System+ is designed to
operate under the assumption that the
driver will drive safely, and is designed to
help reduce the impact to the occupants
and the vehicle in the case of a collision
or assist the driver in normal driving con-
ditions.
As there is a limit to the degree of recog-
nition accuracy and control performance
that this system can provide, do not
overly rely on this system. The driver is
always responsible for paying attention
to the vehicle’s surro undings and driving
safely.
Vehicle data recording

376 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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: Displays for about 6 seconds ■
If “Traction Battery Needs to be Pro-
tected Refrain From the Use of N Posi-
tion” is shown
This message may be displayed when the
shift lever is in N.
As the hybrid battery (traction battery) can-
not be charged when the shift lever is in N,
when the vehicle is to be stopped for a long
period of time, shift the shift lever to P. ■
If “Traction battery needs to be pro-
tected. Shift into P to restart.” is shown
Message is displayed when the remaining
charge for the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is low, because vehicle has been
shifted N for a long period of time.
When operating the vehicle, restart the
hybrid system. ■
If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is
shown
Message is displayed when the driver’s
door is opened with out turning the power
switch to OFF with the shift lever in any
position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P. ■
If “Shift Is in N Release Accelerator
Before Shifting” is shown
Message is displayed when the accelerator
pedal has been depressed and the shift
lever is in N. Releas e the accelerator pedal
and shift the shift lever to D, S or R. ■
If “Depress Brake When Vehicle Is
Stopped Hybrid Syst em May Overheat”
is shown
Message is displayed when the accelerator
pedal is depressed to maintain the vehicle
position when stopped on a upward slope,
etc.
If this continues, th e hybrid system may
overheat.
Release the accelerator pedal and depress
the brake pedal.
■
If “Front Camera Unavailable” or “Front
Camera Unavailable Remove Debris
On Windshield” is shown
The following systems may be suspended
until the problem shown in the message is resolved. ( → P.209, 367)●
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ●
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ●
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ●
Adaptive High-beam System ●
Automatic High Beam ■
If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is
shown
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to
be changed. (The indicator will not work
properly unless the oi l maintenance data
has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if neces-
sary. After changing th e engine oil, the oil
change system should be reset. ( → P.329)■
If “Oil Maintenance Required” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil should be
changed. (After the engine oil is changed
and the oil maintenance data has been
reset.)
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus dealer. After changing the
engine oil, the oil change system should be
reset. ( → P.329)■
If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown ●
If the following messages are shown, fol-
lowing the instruct ions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( → P.394)
• “Aux Battery Low” ( → P.375)●
If the following messages are shown,
there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer.
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
•“Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Smart Access System Malfunction”
●
If the following messages are shown,
there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be
dangerous.
• “Oil Pressure Low”

384 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly
detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
•EPS
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor
(if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind spot monitor)
(if equipped)
• Automatic high Beam (if equipped)
Also, not only can the following system
not be utilized fully, but it may even nega-
tively affect the drive-train components:
•E-Four
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Speed limit when using the compact
spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50
mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare
tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed
for driving at high speeds. Failure to
observe this precaution may lead to an
accident causing deat h or serious injury.
■
After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools
and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a collision or
sudden braking. NOTICE■
Be careful when driving over bumps
with the compact spare tire installed
on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the compact spar e tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be
careful when driving over uneven road
surfaces. ■
Driving with tire chains and the com-
pact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact
spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body
and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance. ■
When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels,
tires or the tire pr essure warning valve
and transmitter, contact your Lexus
dealer as the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly.

404 8-1. Specifications
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Spark plug
■
12-volt Battery
■
Charging rates
*
: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.Ignition system Make DENSO FK16HR-A8
Gap 0.03 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system Specific voltage reading
at 68°F (20°C): 12.0 V or higher
If the voltage is lower th an the standard value,
charge the battery.
(After charging the battery, turn on the high beam
headlights for 30 seconds with the power switch
off, and turn the headlights off.)
Quick charge
Slow charge 15 A max.
5 A max.
Hybrid transmission Fluid capacity * 
Front
4.0 qt. (3.8 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■
Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ultimately damage
the hybrid transmission of your vehicle.

447What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Alphabetical Index A
A/C ................................................................... 268
Air conditioning filter ............................... 346
Automatic air conditioning system ...268
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 273
S-FLOW mode.......................................... 273
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 250
Function ..........................................................250
Warning light ............................................... 367
Active Sound Control (ASC) ................... 181
Air conditioning filter ................................. 346
Air conditioning system ............................ 268
Air conditioning filter ............................... 346
Automatic air conditioning system ...268
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 273
S-FLOW mode.......................................... 273
Airbags ............................................................... 32
Airbag operating conditions................... 34
Airbag precautions for your child .........37
Airbag warning light ................................366
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-
tions .................................................................. 34
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........37
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................... 41
General airbag precautions ....................37
Locations of airbags.....................................32
Modification and disposal of airbags . 40
Seat cushion airbag ......................................32
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 34
Side airbag precautions .............................37
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions...................................................... 34
Side and curtain shield airbags precau-
tions ...................................................................37
SRS airbag instruct ions for Canadian
owners ......................................................... 434
SRS airbags ......................................................32
SRS warning light ......................................366
Alarm ..................................................................... 71 Alarm..................................................................... 71
Warning buzzer ......................................... 372
Anchor brackets ..................................... 55, 57
Antenna (Smart access system with push-
button start) ................................................. 122
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ............... 250
Function ......................................................... 250
Warning light ............................................... 367
Approach warning...................................... 223
Armrest............................................................ 297
ASC (Active Sound Control) ................... 181
Assist grips ..................................................... 297
Automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter................................346
Automatic air conditioning system .. 268
Micro dust and pollen filter ................... 273
S-FLOW mode .......................................... 273
Automatic headlight leveling system ... 184
Automatic High Beam ............................... 186
Automatic light control system............... 184
B
Back door .......................................................... 110
Wireless remote control ........................... 113
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb ..................................353
Battery (12-volt battery)
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ... 390
Preparing and checking before winter
.......................................................................... 257
Replacing .......................................................392
Warning light .............................................. 365
Battery (traction batter y) ............................ 64
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
Blind Spot Monitor function ................. 243
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ....... 246
Bottle holders ................................................ 282

451What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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451Refueling ..........................................................196
When the fuel filler door cannot be
opened ........................................................ 387
Fuses ................................................................. 349 G
Garage door opener ................................. 298
Gas station information ............................ 460
Gauges ................................................................79
Glove box ....................................................... 282
Glove box light ............................................. 282
Grocery bag hooks .................................... 285 H
Head restraints ............................................... 137
Head-up display.............................................. 90
Headlights ....................................................... 183
Automatic headlight leveling ................ 184
Automatic High Beam ............................. 186
Light switch .................................................... 183
Replacing light bulbs................................ 353
Heated steering wheel ...............................276
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning system ...268
Heated steering wheel............................ 275
Outside rear view mirrors .................... 269
Seat heaters .................................................. 275
High mounted stoplight
Replacing light bulb..................................353
Hill-start assist control ............................... 250
Hood ................................................................. 325
Warning message........................... 107, 374
Hooks
Cargo hooks................................................ 284
Retaining hooks (floor mat)......................24
Horn ................................................................... 140
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Location............................................................. 64
Specification ................................................. 402
Hybrid battery air vent ................................. 66
Hybrid system .................................................... 61 Emergency shut off system...................... 67
Energy monitor/consumption screen 94
EV drive mode............................................... 171
High voltage components ....................... 64
Hybrid System Indicator ........................... 82
Hybrid system precautions...................... 64
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ....................255
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 385
Overheating .................................................394
Power switch................................................. 168
Regenerative braking ................................. 62
Starting the hybrid system ...................... 168
Vehicle proximity noti fication system. 63
Hybrid System Indicator.............................. 82
Hybrid transmission...................................... 173
I
I/M test ............................................................ 322
Identification
Engine............................................................... 401
Vehicle ........................................................... 400
Ignition switch (Power switch) ................ 168
Illuminated entry system ........................... 278
Immobilizer system........................................ 69
Indicators ............................................................74
Initialization
Engine oil maintenance data................329
Items to initialize ......................................... 429
Tire pressure warning system ...............341
Inside rear view mirror ............................... 140
Instrument panel light control ................... 84
Interior lights.................................................. 278
Intuitive parking assist
Function .......................................................... 227
Warning message ..................................... 229

452 Alphabetical Index
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Jack
Positioning a floor jack............................ 326
Vehicle-equipped jack ........................... 378
Jack handle .................................................... 378
Jam protection function
Moon roof ....................................................... 147
Power back door opener and closer. 118
Power windows............................................ 144 K
Keyless entry
Smart access system with push-button
start .................................................................. 122
Wireless remote control......................... 104
Keys.....................................................................102
Battery-saving function ............................ 123
Electronic key ................................................102
Engine switch................................................ 168
If the electronic key does not operate
properly....................................................... 387
If you lose your keys.................................386
Key number plate ........................................102
Keyless entry ................................................. 104
Mechanical key.............................................102
Power switch ................................................ 168
Replacing the battery............................... 347
Warning buzzer ........................................... 122
Wireless remote control key ................ 104
Knee airbags .................................................... 32
L
Lane Departure Alert wi th steering control
(LDA) ..............................................................210
Language (multi-information display) 422
LATCH anchors ............................................. 55
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ...........................................................210 Lever
Auxiliary catch lever .................................325
Hood lock release lever .........................325
Shift lever ..........................................................173
Turn signal lever ...........................................176
Wiper lever .................................................... 189
Lexus Enform Remote.................................. 311
Lexus Enform Safety Connect............... 306
Lexus Enform Service Connect ..............312
Lexus Safety System+................................. 198
Automatic High Beam ............................. 186
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ................................................ 217
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ......................................................... 210
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ................203
License plate lights
Light switch .................................................... 183
Replacing light bulbs ................................353
Light
Automatic High Beam system ............. 186
Fog light switch ............................................ 189
Headlight switch.......................................... 183
Illuminated entry system ......................... 278
Interior light list ............................................ 278
Interior lights ................................................. 279
Luggage compartment light ................... 112
Personal lights ............................................. 279
Replacing light bulbs ................................353
Turn signal lever ...........................................176
Vanity lights ................................................. 288
Wattage ..........................................................407
Welcome light illumination control ... 107
Light bulbs
Replacing .......................................... 353, 354
Wattage ..........................................................407
Luggage cover ............................................. 286