2016 Lexus GS200t cooling

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Maintenance and care
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■Intercooler coolant reservoir (GS200t only)Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line
If the level is on or below the “L” line,
add coolant up to the “F” line.
( → P. 5 9 6 )
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixt ure of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
(Minimum temperature: -35 °C [-31 °F])
For more details about coolant, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir caps, 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 sys-
tem.
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WA R N I N G
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine coolant reservoi r cap, the intercooler coolant reservoir cap
or the coolant inlet cap. ( →P. 6 0 0 )
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 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 cool-
ing. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

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When trouble arises
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WA R N I N G
■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.

5967-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (→P. 108, 113) enters
the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehi-
cle speed does not increase.)
●“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown
on the multi-information display.
●Steam is coming 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, imme-
diately contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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5997-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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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 any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■When adding engine coolant (GS350/GS200t)
Add coolant in accordance with the following procedure.
Remove caps A and B.
Add engine coolant through the inlet of cap A up to the “[AR/GR] B” line, and then
install cap A.
Add engine coolant through the inlet of cap B until it is full, and then install cap B.
GS200t only: When installing cap B, apply coolant to the O-ring on the end of cap B.
Cap A
Cap B
“[AR/GR] B” line (Target fill line)
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When trouble arises
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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.

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8-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E87E_(EE)
Cooling system
Capacity
GS3509.4 L (9.9 qt., 8.3 Imp.qt.)
GS200t
XEngine coolant
9.2 L (9.7 qt., 8.1 Imp.qt.)
XIntercooler
2.2 L (2.3 qt., 1.9 Imp.qt.)
GS F11.3 L (11.9 qt., 9.9 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse 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 tech-
nology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
GS350GS200tGS F
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO
FK20HBR8
0.8 m m (0.031 in.)NGK
DILFR7K9G
0.9 mm (0.04 in.)DENSO
FK20HBR-J8
0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

653Alphabetical index
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Clock ............................................... 109, 427
Coat hooks .............................................. 432
Condenser .............................................460
Console box ............................................ 418
Console box light................................... 419
Coolant .....................................................458Capacity .................................................. 619
Checking .............................................. 458
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................382
Cooling system......................................458 Engine overheating ......................... 596
Cruise control Cruise control .....................................353
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range.................... 329
Dynamic radar cruise control .......341
Cup holders ............................................. 419
Curtain shield airbags ............................ 51
Customizable features .......................628
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast)
*
Daytime running light system ......... 262
Defogger Front windshield ................................ 400
Outside rear view mirrors............ 400
Rear window ....................................... 400
Differential Front differential....................................621
Rear differential .....................................621 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB)
*
Dimensions ............................................. 606
Display
12.3-inch display ................................ 392
Drive information.......................122, 130
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 329
Dynamic radar cruise control ....... 341
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)..................... 319
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ..........310
Multi-information display.........121, 129
Trip information ...........................108, 113
Warning message ..............................518
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 443
Door courtesy lights Location ................................................... 414
Wattage ................................................. 625
Door lock Doors......................................................... 159
Smart entry & start system ............. 173
Wireless remote control ................. 154
Doors ............................................................... 159
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system ............................. 163
Door glasses.......................................... 213
Door lock ................................................ 162
Open door warning buzzer .......... 174
Open door warning light ................ 514
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 210
Rear door child-protector ............. 163
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.