cooling LEXUS LS600H 2015 User Guide

4396-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
■12-volt battery
P. 4 5 0
Engine compartment
Power control unit coolant res-
ervoir ( P. 446)
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 4 4 2 )
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 443)
Brake fluid reservoir (P. 4 4 8 )
Fuse boxes ( P. 4 74 ) Washer fluid tank (
P. 449)
Power control unit coolant radi-
ator ( P. 4 4 7 )
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 4 4 7 )
Engine coolant radiator (P. 4 4 7 )
Engine coolant reservoir (P. 445)1
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4466-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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■Power control unit coolant reservoir
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir when the hybrid system is cold.
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 3 0 )
■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.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized
water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized
water. (Minimum temperature: -44 F [-42C])
For more details about coolant, contact your Lexus dealer.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine/power control unit coolant reservoir caps,
drain cock and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus dealer test the cap and check for leaks in
the cooling system.
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Maintenance and care
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Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of their
condition, have your vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
■When the hybrid system is hot
Do not remove the engine/power control unit coolant reservoir caps.(P. 5 3 4 )
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 cooling. 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.
Radiator and condenser
CAUTION
■When the hybrid system is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause serious inju-
ries, such as burns.

5307-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)●
The needle of the engine
coolant temperature gauge ( P. 99) 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 an d turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, 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 (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Lexus dealer.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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5327-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for coolant
leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately
after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is 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 fan is not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
■If “Hybrid System Overheat” is shown on the multi-information dis-
play
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 (radia-
tor) for any leaks.Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Lexus dealer.
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5347-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 indicator on the
power switch and the “READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automatically
start, or the cooling fan may suddenly oper ate even if the gasoline engine stops.
Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan, which may lead to fin-
gers 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 syst em has cooled down sufficiently. Adding
cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause da mage 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
while the hybrid system and radiator are
hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out.

5438-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
Cooling system
Capacity
Gasoline
engine11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp. qt.)
Pow e r
control unit2.7 qt. (2.6 L, 2.3 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 tech-
nology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK20HBR11
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at 68 F
(20 C): 12.5 V or higher Fully charged
11.0 
12.4 V Half charged
10.9 V or lower Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the hybrid sys-
tem and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.

601Alphabetical index
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
Console box ........................................... 369
Consumption screen ............................. 115
Coolant..................................................... 445Capacity .................................................543
Checking................................................445
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................................325
Cooling system ..................................... 445 Engine overheating.......................... 530
Hybrid system overheating ......... 530
Cruise control Cruise control......................................253
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .................... 257
Cup holders ............................................ 368
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 43
Customizable features ....................... 564
Daytime running light system .......... 236
Defogger Front windshield .................................. 341
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 358
Rear window ....................................... 358
Differential Front differential ..................................544
Rear differential .................................. 545
Dimensions .............................................538
Dinghy towing..........................................215 Display
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 257
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)..........277
Multi-information display................ 105
Remote Touch screen ....................330
Trip information ................................... 106
Warning message.............................503
Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 433
Door courtesy lights ........................... 360
Door lock Doors.........................................................145
Smart access system with push-button start .............................. 125
Wireless remote control....................141
Door pockets ..........................................367
Doors .......................................................... 145 Automatic door locking and unlocking system .................... 147
Door glasses ......................................... 189
Door lock.................................................145
Open door warning buzzer ......... 130
Open door warning light .............. 496
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 185
Rear door child-protector ..............146
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