2020 LEXUS NX300 park

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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
 The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again fol-
lowing correct starting proce-
dures.( P.165)
 There may be a malfunction in the
engine immobilizer system.
( P.68)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 The battery terminal connections
may be loose or corroded.
 The battery may be discharged.
( P.400) The engine starting system may be
malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the
engine. (
P.395)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 One or both of the battery terminals
may be disconnected.
 The battery may be discharged.
( P.400)
 There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem
cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the
following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if
the engine switch is functioning nor-
mally.
Do not use this starting procedure
except in cases of emergency.
1 Set the parking brake.
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even
though correct starting procedures
are being followed ( P.165), con-
sider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even
though the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
The starter motor turns over
slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn
does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor does not turn
over
The starter motor does not turn
over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Starting the engine in an emer-
gency

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When trouble arises
ACCESSORY mode.
3Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that message shown on the
multi-information display.
4 Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be
operated, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to
P and press the engine switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
■Electronic key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary
measure, it is recomme nded that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately
when the battery is depleted.
■Alarm
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors
will not set the alarm system. If a door is
unlocked using the mechanical key when
the alarm system is set, the alarm may be
triggered.
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step
3 above.
The engine does not start and modes will be
changed each time the switch is pressed.
(  P.166)

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1Stop the engine. Shift the shift lever
to P and set the parking brake.
2
Remove the mud, snow or sand
from around the front wheels.
3
Place wood, stones or some other
material under the front wheels to
help provide traction.
4
Restart the engine.
5
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
Press to turn off TRAC. ( P.261)
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following proce-
dures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure
WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehi-
cle
If you choose to push the vehicle back
and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking
other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge
back suddenly as it becomes free. Use
extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shif t the shift lever with
the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to un expected rapid accel-
eration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the transmission
and other components
●Avoid spinning the front wheels and
depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after
these procedures are performed, the
vehicle may require towing to be freed.

4118-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The coolant capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Spark plug
■Battery
■Charging rates
Cooling system
Capacity*
Gasoline
engine8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 7.0 Imp.qt.)
Intercooler3.1 qt. (2.9 L, 2.6 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
 “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
 Similar high-quality ethy lene glycol-based non-
silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and nonborate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech-
nology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
MakeNGK DILFR7K9G
Gap0.04 in. (0.9 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Specific gravity reading at 68°F
(20°C):1.25 or higher
If the specific gravity is lower than the standard
value, charge the battery.
Quick charge
Slow charge15 A max.
5 A max.

4228-1. Specifications
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nation, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related
termMeaning
Cold tire infla-
tion 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 under
that condition
Maximum
inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on
the sidewall of the tire
Recom-
mended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure
recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory
weight
The combined weight (in
excess of thos e standard
items which may be
replaced) of transmission,
power steering, power
brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and
heater, to the extent that
these items are available as
factory-installed equip-
ment (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 conditioning
and additional weight
optional engine
Maximum
loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options
weight
Normal occu-
pant weight
150 lb. (68 kg) times the
number of occupants
specified in the second
column of Table 1
* that fol-
lows
Occupant
distribution
Distribution of occupants
in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
*
below
Production
options
weight
The combined weight of
installed regu lar produc-
tion options weighing over
5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of
the standard items which
they replace, not previ-
ously considered in curb
weight or accessory
weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers,
roof rack, heavy duty bat-
tery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire
or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads
are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diam-
eter)Nominal diameter of the
bead seat
Rim size des-
ignationRim diameter and width
Tire related termMeaning

4278-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
8-2.Customization
When customizing vehicle features,
ensure that the vehicle is parked in a
safe place with the shift lever in P and
the parking brake set.
■Changing using the Remote Touch
1
Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch.
2
Select on the menu screen and
select “Vehicle”.
3
Select “Vehicle Customization” or
“Drive mode customization”.
Various setting can be changed. Refer
to the list of settings that can be
changed for details.
■Changing using the multi-informa-
tion display
1
Press or of the meter con-
trol switches and select .
2
Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select the item, and
then press .
3
Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select the desired set-
ting, and then press .
To go back to the previous screen or
exit the customize mode, press .
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being cus-
tomized. Contact your Lexus dealer. Settings that can be changed using the Remote Touch
Settings that can be changed us ing the multi-information display
Customizable features
Your vehicle includes a variety of
electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to suit your preferences.
The settings of these features can
be changed using the multi-infor-
mation display, the Remote Touch,
or at your Lexus dealer.
Customizing vehicle features
WARNING
■Cautions during customization
As the engine needs to be running
during customization, ensure that the
vehicle is parked in a place with ade-
quate ventilation. In a closed area such as
a garage, exhaust gases including harm-
ful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect
and enter the vehicle. This may lead to
death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that
the engine is running while customizing
features.
Customizable features
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B

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Vehicle specifications
■Moon roof*1 ( P.140)
*1: If equipped
*2: This function cannot be cust omized unless power window op erations, using the wireless
remote control or mechanical key, is enabled.
■Turn signal lever ( P.172)
■PKSA (Parking Support Alert)* ( P.235)
*:If equipped
■Intuitive parking assist* ( P.236)
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-
ting
Mechanical key linked opera-
tion
*2OffOn——O—
Wireless remote control
linked open or Tilt up opera-
tions
*2OffOn——O—
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
The number of times the turn
signal lights flash automati-
cally when the turn signal
lever is moved to the first
position during a lane change
3
4
——O—
5
6
7
Off
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Buzzer volume21—OO—3
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Display setting (When intui-
tive parking assist is operat-
ing)
OnOff—OO—
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD

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■Parking Support Brake function (for static objects)* ( P.241)
*:If equipped
■Driving position memory* ( P.128)
*:If equipped
■Outside rear view mirrors ( P.136)
■LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)* ( P.206)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-
ting
Parking Support Brake func-
tion (for static objects)OnOff—O——
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Driver’s seat movement when
exiting the vehicleStandardOffO—O—Partial
Selection the door linking
driving position memory with
door unlock operation
Driver’s doorAll doors——O—
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Automatic mirror folding and
extending operationLinked to the
locking/unlock- ing of the doorsOff
——O—Linked to opera-
tion of the engine switch
Linked mirror function when
reversingOnOff——O—
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set- ting
Lane centering functionOnOff—O——
Steering assist functionOnOff—O——
Alert typesSteering wheel vibrationBuzzer—O——
Alert sensitivityHighStandard—O——
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD