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Engine compartment
Engine oil filler cap(P. 2 7 8 )
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 277)
Brake fluid reservoir (P. 2 8 4 )
Fuse box ( P. 311)
Battery ( P. 2 8 8 )Washer fluid tank
(P. 2 9 1 )
Condenser ( P. 283)
Radiator ( P. 283)
Engine coolant reservoir (P. 2 8 2 )
Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 2 8 6 )
Suspension fluid reservoir (P. 2 8 7 )
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Engine coolantThe coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
Full
Low
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain cock and water
pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus dealer pressure test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water. (Enabled: -31F [-35 C])
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. (Enabled: -44 F [-42C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Lexus dealer.
