2021 LEXUS NX300h trailer

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Driving
■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a
motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS sys-
tem
The effectiveness of the EPS system is
reduced to prevent the system from over-
heating when there is frequent steering
input over an extended period of time. The
steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.
Should this occur, re frain from excessive
steering input or stop the vehicle and turn
the hybrid system off. The EPS system
should return to normal within 10 minutes.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC, Trailer
Sway Control and VSC systems
After turning the TRAC, Trailer Sway Con-
trol and VSC systems off, the systems will
be automatically re-enabled in the following
situations:
●When the power switch is turned off
●If only the TRAC system is turned off, the
TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed
increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are
turned off, automatic re-enabling will not
occur when vehicle speed increases.
■Operating conditions of Active Corner-
ing Assist
The system operates when the following
occurs.
●TRAC/VSC can operate
●The driver is attempting to accelerate
while turning
●The system detects th at the vehicle is
drifting to the outer side
●The brake pedal is released
■Operating conditions of hill-start assist
control
When the following four conditions are met,
the hill-start assist control will operate:
●The shift lever is in a position other than P
or N (when starting off forward/back-
ward on an upward incline)
●The vehicle is stopped
●The accelerator pedal is not depressed
●The parking brake is not engaged
■Automatic system cancelation of hill-
start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any
of the following situations:
●The shift lever is shifted to P or N
●The accelerator pedal is depressed
●The parking brake is engaged
●2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the
brake pedal is released
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively
when
●The limits of tire gripping performance
have been exceeded (such as exces-
sively worn tires on a snow covered
road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving
at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is
operating may exceed that of normal
conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the
vehicle’s stopping di stance. Always main-
tain a safe distance from the vehicle in
front of you, especially in the following
situations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-
covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes
or uneven surfaces
■TRAC/VSC may not operate effec-
tively when
Directional control and power may not
be achievable while driving on slippery
road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC
system is operating. Drive the vehicle
carefully in conditions where stability and
power may be lost.

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WARNING
■Active Cornering Assist does not
operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on Active Corner-
ing Assist. Active Cornering Assist
may not operate effectively when
accelerating down slopes or driving on
slippery road surfaces.
●When Active Cornering Assist fre-
quently operates, Active Cornering
Assist may temporarily stop operating
to ensure proper operation of the
brakes, TRAC and VSC.
■Hill-start assist control does not oper-
ate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start assist
control. Hill-start assist control may
not operate effectively on steep
inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start
assist control is not intended to hold
the vehicle stationary for an extended
period of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehi-
cle on an incline, as doing so may lead
to an accident.
■When the TRAC/ABS/VSC/Trailer
Sway Control is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always
drive carefully. Re ckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular
care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway
Control systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed
appropriate to the road conditions. As
these are the system s to help ensure
vehicle stability and driving force, do not
turn the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Con-
trol systems off unle ss necessary. Trailer
Sway Control is part of the VSC system
and will not operate if VSC is turned off
or experiences a malfunction.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all ti res are of the speci-
fied size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that
the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended tire inflation pressure level. The
ABS, TRAC, Trailer Sway Control and
VSC systems will not function correctly if
different tires are installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further
information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or
modifying the suspensi on will affect the
driving assist systems, and may cause a
system to malfunction.
■Trailer Sway Control precaution
The Trailer Sway Control system is not
able to reduce trailer sway in all situa-
tions. Depending on many factors such
as the conditions of the vehicle, trailer,
road surface and driving environment,
the Trailer Sway Control system may not
be effective. Refer to your trailer owner’s
manual for information on how to tow
your trailer properly.
■If trailer sway occurs
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause death or seri-
ous injury.
●Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer
straight ahead. Do not try to control
trailer sway by turning the steering
wheel.
●Begin releasing the accelerator pedal
immediately but very gradually to
reduce speed. Do not increase speed.
Do not apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction with
the steering or brakes, your vehicle and
trailer should stabilize. ( P.273)

4248-1. Specifications
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8-1.Specifications
*1:Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with towing package
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identifica-
tion number for your Lexus. It is used in
registering the ownership of your vehi-
cle.
This number is stamped on the top left
of the instrument panel. This number is also on the Certification
Label.
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length182.7 in. (4640 mm)
Overall width72.6 in. (1845 mm)
Overall height*164.8 in. (1645 mm)
Wheelbase104.7 in. (2660 mm)
TreadFront62.2 in. (1580 mm)
Rear62.2 in. (1580 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)895 lb. (405 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating*2
(Trailer weight + cargo weight)1500 lb. (685 kg)
Seating capacity
Seating capacity5 (Front 2, Rear 3)
Vehicle identification

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Alphabetical Index481
Towing
Dinghy towing ............................................... 173
Emergency towing ...................................383
Towing eyelet ............................................. 385
Trailer Sway Control ............................... 273
Trailer towing ...................................... 165, 173
TRAC (Traction Control) ........................ 273
Traction battery (Hybrid battery) ............ 70 Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake and discharge vents....................72
Location............................................................. 70
Specification ................................................. 426
Warning messages ......................................73
Traction motor (electric motor) ................67
Trailer Sway Control.................................. 273
Trailer towing ........................................ 165, 173
Transmission Hybrid transmission .................................. 180
Selecting a driving mode....................... 270
Trip meters ........................................................ 84
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs.................... 375, 376
Turn signal lever .......................................... 183
Wattage............................................................ 431
V
Vanity lightsVanity lights .................................................... 312
Wattage............................................................ 431
Vanity mirrors .................................................312 Vanity lights .................................................... 312
Vehicle data recordings ..................................7
Vehicle identification number ................ 424
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ............272
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) ............272
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning.................................... 243
Downshifting ................................................. 183
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 252 Light reminder ................................................ 191
Open door ......................................................... 111
Seat belt reminder .....................................393
Vehicle sway warning ................... 222, 231
Warning lights ABS .................................................................. 390
Brake hold operated indicator ...........392
Brake Override System ........................ 395
Brake system............................................... 388
Charging system....................................... 388
Drive-Start Control.................................. 395
Electric power steering.......................... 390
High coolant temperature.................... 389
Hybrid system............................................. 388
LDA indicator ............................................... 391
Low engine oil pressure........................ 389
Low fuel level ...............................................393
LTA indicator ................................................ 391
Malfunction indicator lamp .................. 389
Master warning light.................................394
Parking brake indicator ..........................392
PCS warning light ...................................... 391
PKSB OFF indicator ................................392
Seat belt reminder light...........................393
Slip indicator .................................................392
SRS ................................................................... 390
Tire pressure ................................................394
Warning messages ..................................... 398
Washer Checking .......................................................353
Low washer fluid warning message353, 398
Preparing and checking before winter .......................................................................... 279
Switch......................................................196, 201
Washing and waxing.................................. 332
Weights Cargo capacity ........................161, 164, 424
Load limits ...........................................164, 424
Weights .......................................................... 424
Wheels ............................................................. 367 Replacing wheels ....................................... 367