coolant LEXUS RX350 2016 User Guide

5797-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350_U_OM48E90U 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 condi-
tion, have your vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. 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.
Radiator and condenser WA R N I N G ■
When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause serious injuries,
such as burns.

632 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350_U_OM48E90U ●
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air co nditioning 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 engine ●
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 f eeling, pedal almost touches the floorIf you think something is wrong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

642 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350_U_OM48E90U * : A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
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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 Malfunction 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
shown, following the instructions, accordingly. (  P. 668)●
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
light Wa r n i n g b u z z e r
* Wa r n i n g

668 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350_U_OM48E90U Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn 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 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 capIf your vehicle overheats The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating. ●
The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (  P. 8 5 ) e n t e r s t h e
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.
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6698-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350_U_OM48E90U 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 oper ating 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. 5
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670 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350_U_OM48E90U WA R N I N G ■
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 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 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.

678 9-1. Specifications
RX350_U_OM48E90U * : The coolant capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.Cooling system Capacity
* 
Vehicles without towing package
9.5 qt. (9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.) 
Vehicles with towing package
10.5 qt. (9.9 L, 8.7 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 (spark plug) Make DENSO FK20HBR8
Gap 0.03 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE ■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system Battery
Open voltage at 68  F (20  C): 12.6 V or higher: Fully charged
12.2 — 12.4 V: Half charged
12.0 V or lower: Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights ar e turned off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.

6939-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX350_U_OM48E90U Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning
Cold tire inflation pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sure The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupa nts specified
in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below

735Alphabetical index
RX350_U_OM48E90U Coolant
Capacity ................................................ 678
Checking............................................... 578
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 380
Cooling system ..................................... 578
Engine overheating.......................... 668
Cornering lights .................................... 242
Cruise control
Cruise control......................................326
Dynamic radar cruise control....... 314
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 302
Cup holders ..............................................514
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 37
Customizable features ....................... 699
Customized mode ............................... 369
Daytime running light system .......... 243
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 500
Rear window .......................................500
Windshield ........................................... 500
Differential ............................................... 679
Dimension ............................................... 674
Dinghy towing..........................................219
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control....... 314
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 302
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ................... 297
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ........ 288
Multi-information display ..................89
Warning messages............................ 641 Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 570
Doors
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system.............................. 127
Door lock................................................. 126
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 173
Power back door ............................... 130
Rear door child-p rotectors ............ 127
Side doors ............................................... 124
Side windows ........................................ 177
Drive information .....................................93
Drive-start control .......... 193, 227, 232
Driver’s seat belt reminder light .... 636
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 162
Driving
Break-in tips ...........................................194
Correct posture .................................... 28
Driving mode select switch .......... 369
Procedures ............................................. 192
Winter drive tips ............................... 380
Driving position memory .................... 162
Memory recall function ....................165
Dynamic radar cruise control ........... 314
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range....................... 302
Dynamic Torque Control AWD
system .....................................................375D

736 Alphabetical index
RX350_U_OM48E90U Eco drive mode ..................................... 369
Eco Driving Indicator........................... 104
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 374
Warning light ...................................... 635
Electronic key ......................................... 120
Battery-saving function .....................147
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.............................. 661
Replacing the battery ...................... 603
Emergency flashers ............................. 624
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds...........634
If a warning light turns on...............634
If a warning message is
displayed.............................................. 641
If the battery is discharged ........... 665
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.............................. 661
If the engine will not start............... 658
If you have a flat tire ......................... 646
If you lose your keys .................. 121, 123
If you think something is
wrong ...................................................632
If your vehicle becomes stuck .......671
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an emergency ...625
If your vehicle needs to be
towed....................................................626
If your vehicle overheats ............... 668 Engine
ACCESSORY mode ....................... 221
Compartment ..................................... 574
Engine switch ...................................... 220
Hood........................................................ 572
How to start the engine.................. 220
Identification number ....................... 676
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency.......... 625
Ignition switch (engine switch) ... 220
Overheating........................................ 668
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................................. 678
Checking ............................................... 578
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 380
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 85
Engine immobilizer system .................. 74
Engine oil
Capacity ................................................. 676
Checking ............................................... 575
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 380
Engine switch ......................................... 220
Enhanced VSC ......................................374
EPS
(Electronic Power Steering) .........374
Warning light .......................................635
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10E