2017 LEXUS RX200T cooling

6007-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
RX200t
Intercooler coolant reservoir
( P. 605)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 603)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 601)
Engine coolant reservoir
( P. 605)
Battery ( P. 607)
Fuse box ( P. 640)
Radiator ( P. 607)
Condenser ( P. 607)
Electric cooling fans
Intercooler radiator ( P. 607)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 611)
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6067-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■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 hybridorganic 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 dulyqualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for leaks in the cooling sys-
tem.
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap, intercooler coolant reservoir cap and 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 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.

7178-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■When exchanging the battery (RX200t)
Use a battery specified for use with the Stop & Start system and equivalent to a genuine battery. If an unsupported battery is used, Stop & Start system functions may be
restricted to protect the battery.
Also, battery performance may decrease and the engine may not be able to restart. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
WARNING
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to preven t 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 notunintentionally 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. Observ e the following precautions when handling the battery:
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to allowany 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, immediatelywash 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.

7188-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
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 anotherduly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 96) 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 comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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7208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fan operates 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 fan 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.
Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-
ual” is shown on the multi-information 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.
WARNING
■To prevent an accident or injury when in specting 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 h ood, 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 andbelts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be caught, resulting in seri- ous injury.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir caps while the engine andradiator are hot.High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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7218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cool ed 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.

7349-1. Specifications
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
*: The coolant capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified an d equipped professional.
Cooling system
Capacity*
RX3509.9 L (10.5 qt., 8.7 Imp. qt.)
RX200t
Gasoline engine
8.7 L (9.2 qt., 7.7 Imp. qt.)
Intercooler
3.2 L (3.4 qt., 2.8 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 organicacid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug)
Make
RX350
DENSO FK20HBR8
RX200t
NGK DILFR7K9G
Gap
RX350
0.8 mm (0.03 in.)
RX200t
0.9 mm (0.04 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

761Alphabetical index
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Child safety................................................. 54
Airbag precautions .............................. 43
Back door precautions .................... 148
Battery precautions ................. 610, 717
Child restraint system......................... 54
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................................... 37
Installing child restraints .................... 54
Moon roof precautions .................... 217
Panoramic moon roof
precautions.......................................... 221
Power back door precautions....... 161
Power window lock switch............ 210
Power window precautions ........... 213
Rear door child-protectors ............143
Removed key battery
precautions........................................639
Seat belt precautions .......................... 39
Seat heater precautions .................549
Child-protectors .................................... 143
Cleaning .......................................584, 589
Aluminum wheels ............................. 585
Exterior................................................... 584
Interior .................................................... 589
Seat belts............................................... 590
Clock ................................................ 96, 568
Coat hooks .............................................. 577
Condenser .............................................. 607
Console box ........................................... 557
Consumption screen ................. 105, 128
Coolant
Capacity..................................................734
Checking ...............................................605
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 429
Cooling system ..................................... 605
Engine overheating ............................ 718
Cornering lights .................................... 266
Cruise control
Cruise control ....................................... 341
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 329
Cup holders ............................................558
Curtain shield airbags ............................. 41
Customizable features....................... 740
Customized mode ................................. 417
Daytime running light system ...........267
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 542
Rear window........................................ 542
Windshield ........................................... 542
Differential............................................... 736
Dimensions ..............................................726
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 329
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......... 319
Multi-information display................ 100
Warning messages .......................... 673
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