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ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs (→P. 5 1 6 )
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
•Flathead screwdriver
•Wrench
Radiator and condenser (→P. 4 7 8 )
Tire inflation pressure (→P. 4 9 5 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d (→P. 4 8 2 )
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water
or washer fluid)
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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury,
observe the following precaution:
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fans and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
and battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulfuric acid.
●Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted
surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, consult a doctor.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric
cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the
coolant temperature is high. (→P. 4 7 8 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in your eyes
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Engine compartment
RX270
Engine oil filler cap
(→P. 4 74 )
Engine oil level dipstick
(→P. 4 7 2 )
Battery (→P. 4 7 9 )
Fuse box (→P. 504)Engine coolant reservoir
(→P. 477)
Condenser (→P. 4 7 8 )
Radiator (→P. 4 7 8 )
Electric cooling fans
Washer fluid tank (→P. 4 8 2 )
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RX350
Engine oil filler cap
(→P. 4 74 )
Engine oil level dipstick
(→P. 4 7 2 )
Battery (→P. 4 7 9 )
Fuse box (→P. 504)Engine coolant reservoir
(→P. 477)
Condenser (→P. 4 7 8 )
Radiator (→P. 4 7 8 )
Electric cooling fans
Washer fluid tank (→P. 4 8 2 )
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Radiator and condenser
Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects.
If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their
condition, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, radiator cap, drain cock and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for leaks in the
cooling systems.
CAUTION
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the cap is
removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of water
and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion protection
and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.
CAUTION
■When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause serious inju-
ries, such as burns.
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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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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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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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