2384-5. Using the driving support systems
LEXUS NX300h Owners Manu-
al_USA_M78287_en• The vehicle is tilted a large amount
• The height of the vehicle has drastically
changed due to the carried load (the
nose tilts up or down)
• The direction of the sensor has deviated due to a collision or other impact
■When “Parking Support Brake Unavail-
able” is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display and the PKSB OFF indicator
flashes
●Ice, snow, dirt, etc., may have adhered to
the sensor. If this occurs, remove the ice,
snow, dirt, etc., from the sensor to return
the system to normal.
Also, a warning message may be dis-
played at low temperatures due to ice
forming on the sensor, and the sensor
may not detect obstac les. Once the ice
melts, the system will return to normal.
●If this message is shown even after
removing dirt from the sensor, or shown
when the sensor was not dirty to begin
with, have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
●System initialization may not have been
performed after remova l and installation
of the 12-volt battery. Perform system ini-
tialization.
■When removing and installing the 12-
volt battery
The system needs to be initialized.
The system can be initialized by driving the
vehicle straight ahead for 5 seconds or
more at a speed of approximately 22 mph
(35 km/h) or higher.
■When “Parking Support Brake Mal-
function Visit Your Dealer” is displayed
on the multi-information display, the
PKSB OFF indicator flashes and the
buzzer sounds
The system may not be operating properly.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
WARNING
■In order for the system to operate
properly
Make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions regarding the sensors
( P.230). Failure to observe these pre-
cautions may cause the sensors not to
operate properly, and may result in an
unexpected accident.
●Do not perform work such as modifi-
cation, disassembly or painting
●Only perform replacements using
genuine parts
●Do not subject the area around the
sensors to any impacts
●Do not damage the sensors, and
always keep them clean
■Handling the suspension
Do not modify the suspension, as
changes to the height or incline of the
vehicle may prevent the sensors from
correctly detecting obstacles, may cause
the system not operate, or may cause the
system to operate unnecessarily.
NOTICE
■Preventing unnecessary operation
In the following situations, turn the Park-
ing Support Brake func tion (for static
objects) OFF. The system may operate
even though there is no possibility of a
collision.
●A chassis roller, chassis dynamo, free
roller or similar equipment is being
used for an inspection, etc.
●The vehicle is being loaded onto a ship,
truck or other transport vessel
●The suspension has been lowered or
tires that have a different size than the
genuine tires are equipped
●The height of the vehicle has drastically
changed due to the carried load (the
nose tilts up or down).
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■The vehicle is stopped by system
operation
*: If the accelerator pedal is not depressed, “Press Brake Pedal” will be displayed.
■System operation
When the vehicle is stopped by system
operation, the Parking Support Brake func-
tion (for static objects) stops and the PKSB
OFF indicator illuminates.
■System recovery
When the Parking Support Brake function
(for static objects) is stopped by system
operation and you would like to resume
operation, either turn the Parking Support
Brake function (for static objects) ON again
( P.233), or turn the power switch off and
then back on. Furthermore, when the vehi-
cle moves with an obstacle no longer in the
traveling direction of the vehicle, or when
the traveling direction of the vehicle
changes (such as when switching from
moving forward to backing up, and vice
versa), system operation automatically
resumes.
■Clearance sonar buzzer
Regardless of whether the clearance sonar
is on or off, if the Parking Support Brake
function (for static ob jects) is not stopped
( P.233), when the front or rear sensors
detect an obstacle and brake control is per- formed, the clearance sonar buzzer also
sounds and a notification of the approxi-
mate distance to the obstacle is provided.
■In the unlikely event that the Parking
Support Brake function (for static
objects) mistakenly operates at a cross-
ing or elsewhere
Even in the unlikely event that the Parking
Support Brake function (for static objects)
mistakenly operates at a crossing or else-
where, brake control is canceled after
approximately 2 seconds, allowing you to
proceed forward and leave the area. Fur-
thermore, brake control is also canceled
when the brake pedal is depressed.
Depressing the accelerator pedal again
allows you to proceed forward and leave
the area.
Situation
The vehicle is stopped
after brake control oper- ation
Multi-informa-tion display/
Head-up dis- play
“Switch to Brake”*
Navigation/
multimedia sys- tem screen
“Press Brake Pedal”
PKSB OFF IndicatorIlluminated
BuzzerShort beep
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■LDA indicator
■PKSB OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■Slip indicator light
■Brake hold operated indicator
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Orange)
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control)
When “Lane Departure Alert Unavailable” is dis-
played on the multi-information display, turn the LDA
system off, drive the vehicle for a short time, and then
turn the LDA system back on. ( P.211)
When a message other than above is displayed, follow
the instructions displayed in the message.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in the PKSB
(Parking Support Brake) system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possi-
bly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
Clear the dirt, etc.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The VSC system;
The TRAC system; or
The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the ABS, VSC or TRAC system is
operating.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
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When trouble arises
■Brake Override System/Drive-S tart Control warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the air-
bag sensor assembly, fr ont impact sensors,
side impact sensors (front door), side
impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat position
sensor, driver’s seat be lt buckle switch, front
passenger occupant cl assification system
(ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indi-
cator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light,
front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch,
driver’s seat belt pretensioner, front passen-
ger’s seat belt pretensioner and force lim-
iter, airbags, interconnecting wiring and
power sources. ( P.32)
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat
belt reminder and warning buzzer
●If luggage is placed on the front passen-
ger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause th e warning light to
flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the
seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sen-
sor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.
■Electric power steering system warning
light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes
insufficient 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.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Brake Override System
Indicates that the accelerato r and brake pedals are being
depressed simultaneously, and the Brake Override System
is operating.
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake
pedal.
Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override System (with
warning buzzer)
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Drive-Start Control
Indicates that the shift position was changed and Drive-
Start Control was operated wh ile depressing the accelera-
tor pedal. (with warning buzzer)
Momentarily release th e accelerator pedal.
Indicates a malfunction in th e Drive-Start Control system
(with warning buzzer)
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
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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.174)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.169)
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.143)
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.170)
The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing the seat belts? (
P.371)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released?
( P.177)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.367, 376)
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm
sounds. ( P.71)
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.376)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.367, 376.
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
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
456Alphabetical Index
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Sensor Automatic High Beam system............. 185
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................... 243
Inside rear view mirror..............................139
Intuitive parking assist...............................227
Kick sensor........................................................112
Radar sensor..................................................199
Rain-sensing windshield wipers............ 191
Service plug ...................................................... 64
Service reminder message .......................319
Shift lever .......................................................... 173
Shift lock system............................................. 174
Side airbags ...................................................... 32
Side doors........................................................ 104
Side marker lights Light switch .....................................................182
Replacing light bulbs................... 355, 356
Wattage..........................................................409
Side mirrors .................................................... 140 Adjusting and folding ............................... 140
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ..................... 241
Heaters ........................................................... 267
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................355
Turn signal lever ........................................... 176
Smart access system with push-button start...................................................................120Antenna location..........................................120
Entry functions....................................104, 109
Starting the hybrid system...................... 168
Warning message..................................... 376
Snow tires ....................................................... 256
Spare tire Inflation pressure....................................... 408
Storage location ........................................ 380 Spark plug ...................................................... 406
Specifications ................................................ 402
Speedometer ....................................................79
Sport mode .................................................... 248
Steering wheel
Adjustment ......................................................137
Heated steering wheel ............................ 273
Power easy access system .....................132
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............................... 355
Storage feature ............................................ 279
Storage precautions................................... 279
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ............... 399
Sun visors ........................................................ 286
Sunglass holder ..............................................281
Switch ASC (Active Sound Control) dial........ 181
Automatic High Beam switch .............. 185
Brake hold switch ........................................179
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch............................................................................241
Cruise control switch................................. 217
Door lock switch ......................................... 106
Driving mode select switch ..................248
Driving position memory switches .....132
Emergency flashers switch .................. 360
EV drive mode switch................................ 171
Fog light switch ............................................188
Garage door opener switches...........296
Heated steering wheel ............................ 273
HUD (Head-up display) switches .......89
Ignition switch ............................................... 168
Intuitive parking assist switch ............... 227
LDA switch ...................................................... 211