2014 LEXUS RX270 cooling

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is
not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact with
each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the bat-
tery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when han-
dling the battery:
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entangled in
the cooling fans or belt.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
“Radiator cap
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●“ENGINE OVERHEAT” is shown on the multi-information display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EEAdd coolant if necessary.
(→P. 4 7 0 )
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant
leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
STEP5
STEP6
STEP7
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the
steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, causing serious
injuries such as burns.
●Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from the fans
and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be caught, resulting
in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released
under pressure.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly
can cause damage to the engine.
■To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additives.
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX350/270_EE
Cooling system
Ignition system
Capacity
RX270
6.7 L (7.1 qt., 5.9 Imp. qt.)
RX350
9.5 L (10.0 qt., 8.4 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-
silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make
GapRX270
DENSO SK16HR11
RX350
DENSO FK20HR11
1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Child safety
Airbag precautions ............................. 137
Back door precautions ...................... 66
Child restraint system........................ 142
Child-protectors ................................... 57
How your child should wear
the seat belt ............................................ 91
Installing child restraints ...................152
Moon roof precautions ....................107
Power window lock switch.............. 101
Power window precautions .......... 103
Removed electronic key battery
precautions....................................... 503
Seat belt precautions .......................... 92
Seat heater precautions .................440
Battery precautions
...................................................... 481, 594
Child-protectors ...................................... 57
Cleaning
Exterior.................................................... 452
Interior .....................................................455
Seat belts................................................456
Clock* ....................................................... 432
Coat hooks .............................................. 442
Coin holder ............................................. 427
Condenser .............................................. 478
Console box ........................................... 426
Coolant
Engine coolant .................................... 477Cooling system
Engine overheating ..........................598
Cornering assist sensors ................... 248
Cruise control
Cruise control ..................................... 230
Dynamic radar cruise control ......234
Cup holders ............................................ 423
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 131
Customizable features....................... 622
Daytime running light system .......... 220
Defogger*
Rear window.......................................... 321
Side mirror .............................................. 321
Dimensions ............................................. 606
Display
Multi-information display............... 203
Trip information.................................. 206
Warning message ............................ 552
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............... 461
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .......................... 417
Wattage ................................................... 619
Door lock
Back door ................................................ 60
Side door .................................................. 56
Wireless remote control .................. 53
Door pockets ......................................... 422
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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