coolant Lexus IS300h 2014 User Guide

5028-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal.
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as possible.
Visible s ymp toms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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5138-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
A buzzer also sounds.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Indicates that the vehicle is being driven at 5 km/h (3
mph) or more with the parking brake still engaged
A buzzer also sounds.
→Release the parking brake.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
A buzzer also sounds.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
A buzzer also sounds.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
→P. 5 5 2
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered with
ice
A buzzer also sounds.
→Clean the sensor.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
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5528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (→P. 109) enters the
red zone or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced. (For example, the
vehicle speed does not increase.)
●“Hybrid System Overheat” is shown on the multi-information display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
■If the needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, inspect
the hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) 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”
“LOW”
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
1
2
3
1
2
4
1
2
3
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5538-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency
if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system 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 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 hybrid system 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.
■If “Hybrid System Overheat” is shown on the multi-information display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down, 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.
5
6
7
1
2
3
1
2
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5548-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the “F” and “L” lines
on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“F”
“L”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency
if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and check for the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system 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.
4
1
2
3
5
6
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5558-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
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.
●After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the “READY” indicator is off.
When the hybrid system operating, the gasoline engine may automatically start, or
the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline engine stops. Do not touch
or approach rotating parts such as the belt and fan, which may lead to fingers or
clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) getting caught, resulting in serious
injury.
NOTICE
■When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently. Adding cool
coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to the hybrid system.
■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 caps or
water filler cap while the hybrid system and
radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out.
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565
9 9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
■Spark plug
Cooling system
Gasoline engine
Po w e r c o n t ro l u n i t
Left-hand drive
vehiclesRight-hand drive
vehicles
Capacity8.2 L (8.7 qt.,
7. 2 I m p . q t . )2.0 L (2.1 qt.,
1.8 Imp. qt.)2.2 L (2.3 qt.,
1.9 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 DENSO FK20HBR8
Gap 0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
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593Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
Child-protectors ................................... 140
Cleaning ....................................... 426, 430
Aluminum wheels .............................. 427
Exterior.................................................... 426
Interior .....................................................430
Seat belts..................................................431
Clock .........................................................420
Coat hooks .............................................. 424
Condenser ............................................. 446
Console box ............................................ 414
Coolant ..................................................... 444
Capacity ................................................ 565
Checking ............................................... 444
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................... 311
Cooling system...................................... 444
Engine overheating ..........................552
Hybrid system overheating ..........552
Cruise control
Cruise control ..................................... 245
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 249
Cup holders ............................................. 415
Current fuel consumption.................... 116
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 43
Customizable features ....................... 574DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast) ..... 339
Daytime running light system ..........227
Defogger
Front windshield................................. 404
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 404
Rear window........................................ 404
Differential............................................... 567
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) ..... 339
Dimensions ............................................. 560
Display
Drive information...................................116
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 249
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .......262
Multi-information display...................115
Warning message ............................509
Distance ...................................................... 117
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 435
Door courtesy lights
Location ..................................................... 411
Wattage ................................................. 570
Door lock
Doors......................................................... 136
Smart entry & start system ............. 149
Wireless remote control ................. 130D
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595Alphabetical index
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If you have a flat tire ............. 526, 540
If you think something
is wrong...............................................502
If your vehicle becomes stuck.... 556
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency..........495
If your vehicle needs to
be towed.............................................496
If your vehicle overheats ................552
Emergency brake signal .................... 287
Emergency flashers ............................. 494
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................................ 526
Energy monitor......................................... 121
Engine........................................................ 562
ACCESSORY mode ...................... 210
Compartment...................................... 439
Engine switch.......................................209
Hood ........................................................ 437
How to start the hybrid
system ..................................................209
Identification number ........................ 561
Ignition switch
(power switch).................................209
Overheating .........................................552
Power switch .......................................209Engine coolant....................................... 444
Capacity................................................. 565
Checking ............................................... 444
Preparing and checking
before winter........................................ 311
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................................... 109
Engine oil ................................................. 440
Capacity................................................. 563
Checking ............................................... 440
Preparing and checking
before winter........................................ 311
Engine switch ......................................... 209
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 286
Function.................................................. 286
Warning light....................................... 504
EV drive mode......................................... 214
EV indicator ............................................... 117
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602Alphabetical index
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Odometer................................................. 109
Oil
Differential oil ....................................... 567
Engine oil ...............................................563
Opener
Hood ........................................................ 437
Trunk ..........................................................143
Outer foot lights
Location..................................................... 411
Replacing light bulbs....................... 486
Wattage..................................................570
Outside rear view mirrors .................180
Adjusting and folding........................ 180
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor)..........299
Linked mirror function
when reversing................................. 182
Mirror position memory.................. 168
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ..........................................404
Outside temperature ........................... 109
Overheating ...........................................552Paddle shift switches .............................218
Parking assist sensors..........................267
Parking brake......................................... 224
PCS
(Pre-Crash Safety system)............ 292
Function...................................................292
PCS OFF switch................................ 293
Warning light....................................... 504
Personal lights.......................................... 412
Wattage ................................................. 570
Pollen removal mode.......................... 404
Pop-up display.......................................... 117
Pop Up Hood............................................ 56
Power control unit .................................. 83
Power control unit coolant ............... 444
Capacity................................................. 565
Checking ............................................... 444
Preparing and checking before
winter ....................................................... 311
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