2015 Lexus IS200t cooling

5568-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
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 other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to come
into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or
unpainted metal.
●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 battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when handling
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 vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately
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 bat-
tery-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 engine drive belt.

5578-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (→P. 95) enters the red
zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
●“Engine Coolant High Temperature” is shown on the multi-information dis-
play.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
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 authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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5598-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check that the radi-
ator 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 immediately 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 conditioning 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 professional.
Check if “Engine Coolant High Temperature” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the engine and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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5608-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
CAUTION
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●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.
●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 seri-
ous injury.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cooled down sufficiently. 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 additive.
●Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap or
intercooler cap while the engine and radiator
are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out.

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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
*1: Vehicles without a Stop & Start system
*2: Vehicles with a Stop & Start system
■Spark plug
Cooling system
Capacity
XEngine
7.8 L (8.2 qt., 6.9 Imp. qt.)
*1
7.9 L (8.3 qt., 7.0 Imp. qt.)*2
XIntercooler
3.0 L (3.2 qt., 2.6 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non- amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Make NGK DILFR7K9G
Gap0.9 mm (0.035 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

594Alphabetical index
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
Card key...................................................... 116
Care ............................................... 428, 432Aluminum wheels .............................. 429
Exterior....................................................428
Interior ..................................................... 432
Seat belts................................................ 433
Cargo hooks ............................................ 418
CD player ................................................340
Chains ........................................................ 310
Child restraint system ............................58 Baby seats, definition .......................... 59
Baby seats, installation .......................68
Child seats, definition.......................... 59
Child seats, installation.......................68
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors.......................................... 71
Installing CRS with seat belts..........68
Installing CRS with top strap ...........72
Junior seats, definition ........................ 59
Junior seats, installation ..................... 70
Child safety................................................. 57
Airbag precautions .............................. 43
Battery precautions ............. 449, 556
Child restraint system.........................58
How your child should wear the seat belt ..............................38
Installing child restraints .................... 67 Moon roof precautions .................... 176
Power window lock switch ............169
Power window precautions............. 171
Rear door child-protectors ............ 126
Removed electronic key
battery precautions....................... 468
Seat belt precautions.......................... 40
Seat heater precautions ................. 409
Trunk precautions .............................. 132
Child-protectors ....................................126
Cleaning........................................428, 432 Aluminum wheels.............................. 429
Exterior ................................................... 428
Interior......................................................432
Seat belts ............................................... 433
Clock ...........................................................421
Coat hooks.............................................. 425
Condenser ............................................. 446
Console box .............................................415
Cooling system ..................................... 445
Engine overheating .......................... 557
Cruise control
Cruise control ..................................... 240
Dynamic radar cruise control ......244
Cup holders ..............................................416
Current fuel consumption ..................102
Curtain shield airbags ............................ 41
Customizable features........................577
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