2020 LEXUS RX450H coolant temperature

6628-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX350L_U
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
●If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. • “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Charging System Malfun ction See Owner's Manual”
●If the following message is shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”
●If “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
displayed, following the instructions, accordingly. ( P. 692)
●If “Transmission Fluid Temp High See Owner’s Manual” is shown, the auto-
matic transmission fluid temperature may be too high.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift lever to P with the
engine running and wait until the message is cleared.
If the message is not cleared, contact your Lexus dealer.
FlashesSounds
Indicates a situation, such as when
damage to the vehicle or danger may
result
Comes
onDoes not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunc-
tion of electrical components, their
condition, or indicates the need for
maintenance
FlashesDoes not sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an
operation has been performed incor-
rectly, or indicates how to perform an
operation correctly
If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is displayed
System
warning
lightWarning buzzer*Warning

6928-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX350L_U
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, insp ect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is
between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Radiator cap
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 86) 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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6938-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350/RX350L_U
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
coolant is unavailable.
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 an d contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High St op 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 your Lexus dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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6948-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX350L_U
WARNING
■To prevent an accident or injury 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 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 and
belts. 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 c oolant reservoir cap while the engine and
radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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 foreig n matter (such as sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additive.

762Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U
Eco drive mode ..................................... 373
Eco Driving Indicator........................... 105
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 378Warning light ...................................... 655
Electronic key ......................................... 120 Battery-saving function .....................147
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 684
Replacing the battery .......................623
Emergency flashers ............................. 644
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds.......... 654
If a warning light turns on.............. 654
If a warning message is displayed.............................................. 661
If the battery is discharged ........... 687
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 684
If the engine will not start............... 682
If you have a flat tire ......................... 666
If you lose your keys .................. 121, 123
If you think something is wrong ...................................................652
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 695
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .. 645
If your vehicle needs to be towed................................................... 646
If your vehicle overheats ................692 Engine
ACCESSORY mode ..................... 232
Compartment ..................................... 594
Engine switch ........................................ 231
Hood........................................................ 592
How to start the engine.................... 231
Identification number.......................700
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.......... 645
Ignition switch (engine switch) ..... 231
Overheating......................................... 692
Engine coolant Capacity................................................. 702
Checking .............................................. 598
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................384
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 86
Engine immobilizer system .................. 74
Engine oil Capacity.................................................700
Checking ...............................................595
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................384
Engine oil maintenance data ............597
Engine switch ........................................... 231
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 378
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ........ 378 Warning light .......................................655
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
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