Lexus NX450h+ 2021 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
NX450h+

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Before driving Important points to know before driving the vehicle
Driving the vehicle Basic operations for when driving the vehicle
Driving according
to the conditions
Using the air conditioning system and interior convenience
features
Interior features Using the air conditioning system and interior convenience
features
Vehicle status information
and indicators
Reading driving-related information
Driving support
system Safe driving support function and SRS airbag settings
Wireless
communication
Wireless communication services which support safety, com-
fort and convenience
Maintenance and
care Caring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
When trouble
arises What to do in case of malfunction and emergency
Vehicle
specifications Vehicle specifications, customizable features
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For your information............................ 9
Pictorial index........................................12
1Before driving
1-1. Using the dedicated floor mats
Using the dedicated floor
mats correctly...................................30
1-2. Important points for the plug-in
hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system features
....................................................................32
Plug-in Hybrid system pre-
cautions.................................................44
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle
driving tips...........................................47
EV driving range.................................49
1-3. Charging with the plug-in hybrid
system
Important points for charging
the hybrid battery (traction
battery) of the plug-in hybrid
system ....................................................52
Plug-in hybrid system charg-
ing equipment...................................56
Charging the hybrid battery
(traction battery) of the
plug-in hybrid system................... 76
Useful plug-in hybrid system
charging functions..........................92
1-4. Preparations for safe driving with
children in the vehicle
Riding with children....................... 103
Selecting an appropriate child
restraint system.............................106
Installing a child restraint sys-
tem..........................................................114
Installing a child restraint sys-
tem to the front passenger's
seat..........................................................119
Airbag manual on-off system ....121
1-5. Entering/exiting the vehicle and
loading luggage
Key types.............................................. 123
Smart entry & start system.........127
Opening/closing the doors....... 132
Locking/unlocking the doors... 136
Theft deterrent system...................141
Loading the vehicle with lug-
gage ......................................................147
Trailer towing (vehicles with
towing package)........................... 163
Trailer towing (vehicles with-
out towing package).................. 170
Opening and closing the win-
dows.......................................................171
1-6. Obtaining the correct driving pos-
ture
Adjusting the seats..........................175
Adjusting the rear seats .............. 179
Using the seat belts........................180
Adjusting the position of the
steering wheel and mirrors....184
2Driving the vehicle
2-1. Starting and stopping the hybrid
system
Starting the hybrid system......... 198
Stopping the hybrid system ..... 202
2-2. Driving procedures
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Driving procedure.........................203
Breaking in your new Lexus ....206
Intended use of each shift po-
sition.................................................... 207
Changing the shift position......209
Starting off........................................... 215
Operations when turning left
or right or changing lanes....... 216
Changing the shift range............ 217
2-3. Parking the vehicle
When parking the vehicle.......... 219
Stopping............................................... 222
Parking the vehicle.........................224
2-4. Refueling
Refueling.............................................. 228
3Driving according to the con-
ditions
3-1. Driving when the surrounding
area is dark
Using the headlights..................... 232
Automatically changing be-
tween the low beam head-
lights and high beam head-
lights.................................................... 236
3-2. Driving when the sun or head-
lights of other vehicles are
bright
Using the sun visors...................... 244
Inside rear view mirror anti-
glare function (vehicles with
auto anti-glare inside rear
view mirror).....................................245
Digital Rearview Mirror anti-
glare function (optical mirror
mode)................................................. 246
3-3. Driving in the rain
Precautions for driving in the
rain ........................................................247
Ensuring visibility in the rain..... 248
3-4. Driving when the windows or mir-
rors are fogged up
Defog the windshield................... 253
Defog the rear window............... 255
Defog the outside rear view
mirrors...............................................256
3-5. Driving when it is cold
Preparing for cold weather...... 257
Cold weather driving tips..........260
3-6. Driving when in the fog or on a
mountain road and visibility is
poor
Fog light illumination .....................262
Sounding the horn......................... 264
3-7. Utility vehicle precautions
Utility vehicle precautions ........ 265
3-8. Changing the driving character-
istics
Driving modes.................................. 268
Changing the driving mode .... 270
Trail Mode (AWD vehicles)......272
3-9. Brake hold system
Brake hold system...........................274
4Interior features
4-1. Favorite settings
My Settings........................................ 278
4-2. Adjusting the preferred driving
position
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Enabling easier driver entry
and exit (Power easy access
system) ..............................................280
Driving position registration/
recall/deletion................................ 281
4-3. Adjusting the temperature/envi-
ronment inside the vehicle
Comfortable condition to be
maintained without adjusting
each system (Lexus Climate
Concierge).....................................285
Air conditioning controls .......... 287
Heated steering wheel ............... 296
Seat heaters........................................297
Seat ventilators................................ 299
Using the moon roof....................300
4-4. Illuminating the interior
Using the interior lights ..............303
4-5. Using the interior features
Location of the storage fea-
tures.....................................................307
Convenient interior features.... 313
4-6. Using the luggage compartment
Using the cargo hooks................ 324
Using the cargo net hooks....... 325
Using the grocery bag hooks.326
Deck board........................................ 327
Stowing the luggage cover...... 329
5Vehicle status information
and indicators
5-1. Functions and displays of the me-
ter
Warning lights and indicators.332
Gauges and meters (except F
SPORT models)..........................338
Gauges and meters (F
SPORT models).......................... 345
5-2. Functions of the displays
Multi-information display (ve-
hicles without a head-up dis-
play)...................................................... 351
Multi-information display (ve-
hicles with a head-up dis-
play)..................................................... 353
Head-up display.............................. 355
Displayed content.......................... 357
5-3. Changing the settings of the dis-
plays
Changing the instrument pan-
el light brightness........................ 370
Changing settings for the
head-up display............................. 371
6Driving support system
6-1. Features of the safe driving sup-
port functions
Lexus Safety System + soft-
ware update ....................................374
Lexus Safety System +................. 377
Driving assist systems..................386
6-2. Using the safe driving support
functions
Pre-Collision System................... 395
Lane Tracing Assist .......................408
Lane Change Assist...................... 413
Lane Departure Alert................... 417
Front crossing traffic alert......... 423
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Assistance in detecting vehi-
cles behind when changing
lanes.................................................... 426
Supporting safe exit by de-
tecting detectable objects at
the rear of the vehicle by
outputting sounds, display-
ing screens as a warning or
cancelling opening of the
doors................................................... 432
Buzzer and screen notifica-
tions when approaching an
object at low speed.................... 439
Buzzer and screen notifica-
tions when traveling at a low
speed and an approaching
vehicle is detected at the
rear ........................................................451
Buzzer and screen notifica-
tions when traveling at a low
speed and a pedestrian is
detected at the rear...................458
Brake operation when an ob-
ject is detected while ap-
proaching at low speed .......... 463
Parking assistance through
the Advanced Park main
switch operation.......................... 478
Road Sign Assist ............................. 523
Dynamic radar cruise control.529
Cruise Control ................................ 542
Speed Limiter................................... 547
Emergency Driving Stop Sys-
tem....................................................... 553
Hybrid system output restric-
tion when the accelerator
pedal and brake pedal are
depressed at the same time .556
Sudden start restraint control.557
6-3. Reducing impact to the occu-
pants in a collision
Reducing impact to passen-
gers in a collision.........................558
7Wireless communication
7-1. Emergency assistance
eCall....................................................... 570
8Maintenance and care
8-1. Exterior maintenance and care
Washing the vehicle......................586
8-2. Cleaning and protecting the vehi-
cle interior
Cleaning the vehicle interior .. 592
Cleaning the areas with satin-
finish metal accents ................... 594
Cleaning the leather areas....... 595
Cleaning the synthetic leather
areas.................................................... 596
Cleaning DC/DC converter
air intake vent ................................ 597
8-3. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements ......601
Scheduled maintenance out-
line........................................................602
Do-it-yourself maintenance.....603
8-4. Inspection of consumables
Do-it-yourself service precau-
tions.....................................................604
Opening the hood.........................607
Engine compartment...................608
Adding washer fluid........................614
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12-volt battery ................................... 615
Air conditioning filter mainte-
nance................................................... 618
8-5. Tire maintenance
Tire maintenance............................ 620
Tire inspection items.......................621
Run-flat tire features..................... 623
Operation of the tire pressure
warning system..............................624
Checking tire inflation pres-
sure...................................................... 635
Lifting the vehicle with a floor
jack....................................................... 637
Rotating the tires.............................638
Wheels.................................................. 639
Replacing the tire............................ 641
9When trouble arises
9-1. What to do if a problem occurs
while driving
What to do if a problem oc-
curs while driving........................ 653
9-2. If a warning light illumi-
nates/flashes or a warning mes-
sage is displayed on the meter
If a warning light turns on/
flashes ................................................ 657
If a warning message is dis-
played................................................. 669
9-3. If the hybrid system will not start
When the hybrid system can-
not be started even though
the correct starting proce-
dure is being followed.............. 693
When the interior lights or
headlights are dim and the
hybrid system cannot be
started................................................ 696
When the interior lights or
headlights do not illuminate
and the hybrid system can-
not be started ................................ 703
When the horn sounds at a
low volume and the hybrid
system cannot be started.......704
When the horn does not
sound and the hybrid system
cannot be started........................705
9-4. If a tire is flat
Repairing a tire with the emer-
gency tire puncture repair kit
(vehicles with an emergency
tire puncture repair kit) ........... 706
Precautions for when you
have a flat tire (vehicles with
run-flat tires).................................... 719
9-5. If a door cannot be opened or
locked
If a key has been lost..................... 720
When the doors/windows/
moon roof cannot be oper-
ated using an electronic key ..721
If a door cannot be opened
using the door opener
switch..................................................730
If the rear doors cannot be
opened from the inside ........... 733
If the back door cannot be
opened .............................................. 734
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9-6. If the moon roof or electronic
sunshade does not operate cor-
rectly
If the moon roof does not op-
erate correctly .............................. 735
9-7. If refueling cannot be performed
If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened .............................................. 737
9-8. If the plug-in hybrid system can-
not be used normally
If the hybrid battery (traction
battery) of the plug-in hybrid
system cannot be charged....738
If the charging connector can-
not be disconnected from
the AC charging inlet................742
When a malfunction occurs
during charging.............................744
If the charging schedule func-
tion does not operate nor-
mally.....................................................746
9-9. If an indicator on an interior fea-
ture illuminates or flashes
When the wireless charger
operation indicator light (on
the charging tray) flashes........748
9-10. If the vehicle cannot move
When a hybrid system warn-
ing message is displayed and
the vehicle does not move.....750
If the hybrid transmission
makes abnormal sounds...........751
Towing with a tow truck.............. 752
Using a flatbed truck.................... 754
Towing with another vehicle.... 755
Getting unstuck from mud,
sand, or snow.................................758
9-11. If you think something is wrong
If a vehicle abnormality is
found................................................... 759
If abnormal sounds are emit-
ted from the vehicle................... 760
If the vehicle behaves abnor-
mally......................................................761
9-12. Items to check before contacting
a dealership
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the hybrid sys-
tem is stopped................................762
If the windows do not open or
close by operating the pow-
er window switches ....................763
The power switch is turned off
automatically ..................................765
If your vehicle overheats.............766
If electrical components can-
not be used or do not oper-
ate when a switch is operat-
ed...........................................................769
If a light does not illuminate...... 770
10 Vehicle specifications
10-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil
level, etc.) ......................................... 778
Fuel information .............................. 787
10-2. Customizable features
User customization function
outline ................................................ 789
Method to change settings......790
Customizable features ................ 791
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10-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ..............................810
Supplement.................................................... 811
Index................................................................... 814
Certification ................................................826
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For your information
For your information
Information contained in this Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-
ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve
the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Reading this manual
This section explains symbols used in this manual.
■Meanings of symbols in the text
The names and meanings of symbols are as follows:
● WARNING
Explains something that, if not obeyed, could cause death or serious injury to
people.
● NOTICE
Explains something that, if not obeyed, could cause damage to or a malfunction
in the vehicle or its equipment.
● Step number
Indicates operating or working procedures. Follow the steps in numerical order.
● Info
Explains important points other than functions and operating methods.
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■Meanings of symbols in illustrations
The names and meanings of symbols are as follows:
● Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches
and other devices.
● Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens).
● Indicates the component or position being explained.
● Means Do not, Do not do this, or Do not let this happen.
Precautions for safe driving
WARNING
●Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of
alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and
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WARNING
certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which
could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
●Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the
driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a
collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.
●Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.
●Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or
pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
●When driving over long distances, take regular breaks before you start to feel tired.
Also, if you feel tired or sleepy while driving, do not force yourself to continue driving
and take a break immediately.
General precaution regarding children's safety
WARNING
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use
the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the windows,
the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely
cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
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Pictorial index
Exterior
INFORMATION
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving (Replacing method: → P.774)
ASide doors .......................................................................................................................P.132
Locking/unlocking ................................................................................................................... P.136
Opening/closing the side doors......................................................................................... P.132
Opening/closing the side windows............................................................................ P.171,172
Locking/unlocking by using the mechanical key ....................................................... P.724
Warning messages..................................................................................................................P.669
BBack door........................................................................................................................P.148
Opening from inside the cabin...........................................................................................P.148
Opening from outside............................................................................................................P.148
Warning messages..................................................................................................................P.669
COutside rear view mirrors..........................................................................................P.193
Adjusting the mirror angle....................................................................................................P.193
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Folding the mirrors...................................................................................................................P.195
Driving position memory*.....................................................................................................P.281
Defogging the mirrors...........................................................................................................P.256
DWindshield wipers ..............................................................................................P.248,251
Precautions for winter season............................................................................................P.257
Precautions for car wash..................................................................................................... P.590
EFuel filler door.............................................................................................................. P.228
Refueling method....................................................................................................................P.228
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity................................................................................................P.780
FTires..................................................................................................................................P.620
Tire size/inflation pressure........................................................................................ P.636,785
Winter tires/tire chains..........................................................................................................P.257
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system........................ P.620,621,624,638
Coping with flat tires..............................................................................................................P.706
GHood................................................................................................................................P.607
Opening......................................................................................................................................P.607
Engine oil ..................................................................................................................................... P.781
Coping with overheating ..................................................................................................... P.766
Warning messages..................................................................................................................P.669
HHeadlights/front position lights/daytime running lights/turn signal lights P.232
ICornering lights*........................................................................................................ P.234
JFront fog lights*............................................................................................................P.262
KTurn signal lights ............................................................................................................P.216
LStop/tail lights.............................................................................................................. P.232
MTurn signal lights ............................................................................................................P.216
NBack-up light
Changing the shift position to R.........................................................................................P.210
OStop lights
Emergency brake signal...................................................................................................... P.386
PRear fog light.................................................................................................................P.262
QLicense plate lights..................................................................................................... P.232
* : If equipped
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RCharging port..................................................................................................................P.56
Charging method........................................................................................................................P.76
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Instrument panel (Left-hand drive vehicles)
APower switch ..................................................................................................................P.198
Starting the hybrid system/changing the modes..............................................P.198,200
Emergency stop of the hybrid system.............................................................................P.653
When the hybrid system will not start.............................................................................P.693
Warning messages..................................................................................................................P.669
BShift lever .......................................................................................................................P.207
Changing the shift position ................................................................................................ P.209
Precautions for towing ......................................................................................P.752,754,755
CMeters.................................................................................................................. P.338,345
Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel light..................P.338,345,370
Warning lights/indicator lights...........................................................................................P.332
When a warning light turns on...........................................................................................P.657
DMulti-information display.................................................................................P.351,353
Display ................................................................................................................................P.351,353
Energy monitor.........................................................................................................................P.362
When a warning message is displayed ..........................................................................P.669
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ETurn signal lever/Headlight switch ................................................................P.216,232
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/license plate lights/daytime running
lights..............................................................................................................................................P.232
Front fog lights*/Rear fog light...........................................................................................P.262
FWindshield wiper and washer switch............................................................P.248,251
Usage ..................................................................................................................................P.248,251
Adding washer fluid................................................................................................................. P.614
Warning messages..................................................................................................................P.669
GEmergency flasher switch.........................................................................................P.653
HHood lock release lever.............................................................................................P.607
ITilt and telescopic steering control switch............................................................P.184
Adjustment..................................................................................................................................P.184
Driving position memory ......................................................................................................P.281
JAir conditioning system.............................................................................................P.287
Usage ...........................................................................................................................................P.289
Rear window defogger .........................................................................................................P.255
KAudio system*1
* : If equipped
*1 : Refer to "Multimedia owner's manual".
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Switches
AInstrument panel light control switches................................................................P.370
BODO/TRIP switch ......................................................................................................P.344
CAdvanced Park (parking assist system) main switch*.......................................P.478
DCamera switch**2
EFuel filler door opener switch ................................................................................. P.228
FPower back door switch..............................................................................................P.154
GDriving position memory switches*........................................................................P.281
HOutside rear view mirror switches..........................................................................P.193
IDoor lock switches...................................................................................................... P.138
JPower window switches .......................................................................................P.171,172
KWindow lock switch ......................................................................................................P.174
* : If equipped
*2 : Refer to "Multimedia owner's manual".
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APaddle shift switches.................................................................................................... P.217
BMeter control switches..............................................................................................P.357
CCruise control switch
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................................................................................P.529
DAudio remote control switches*3
ELTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ....................................................................P.408,413
FTelephone switch*4
GTalk switch*5
HAudio remote control switches/telephone switch/talk switch*6 ..................P.357
ISwitch function change switch ................................................................................P.357
*3 : Refer to "Multimedia owner's manual".
*4 : Refer to "Multimedia owner's manual".
*5 : Refer to "Multimedia owner's manual".
*6 : Refer to "Multimedia owner's manual".
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