engine overheat LEXUS RX350 2020 User Guide

2014-3. Operating the lights and wipers
4
Driving
4 Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Pushing the lever operates the wiper and
washer.
The wiper will automatically operate a cou-
ple of times after the washer squirts.
■The rear window wiper and washer can
be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
■If no washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not
blocked if there is washer fluid in the washer
fluid tank.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as
the washer fluid pump may overheat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other
object. The nozzle will be damaged.

3125-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Type A
Type B
■Operation condition
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
■When the air conditioning system is
operating in S-FLOW mode
If a passenger is not detected in the front
passenger seat, the seat heater of the front
passenger’s seat will be turned off if on.
(  P.304)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(  P.470)
When any switch is pressed, the system
is set to automatic mode and the
“AUTO” indicator (green) lights up.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (green) lights up
during operation.
■Operation condition
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
■When the air conditioning system is
operating in S-FLOW mode
If a passenger is not detected in the front
passenger seat, the se at ventilator of the
front passenger’s seat will be turned off if
on. ( P.304)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(  P.470)
WARNING
■To prevent overheating and minor
burn injuries
Observe the following precautions when
using the seat heaters.
●Do not cover the seat with a blanket or
cushion when using the seat heater.
●Do not use seat heater more than nec-
essary.
Seat ventilators (front seats)
A
B

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When trouble arises
When trouble arises
.7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers.................. 404
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......................... 404
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water............................................ 405
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed........................................................ 407
If you think something is wrong .......................................................... 411
Fuel pump shut off system ...... 412
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds ........ 413
If a warning message is displayed ........................................................ 422
If you have a flat tire.................. 426
If the engine wi ll not start .......438
If you lose your keys ................. 440
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened........................................ 440
If the electronic key does not operate properly ..................... 441
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................................ 443
If your vehicle overheats ........ 447
If the vehicle becomes stuck ........................................................ 449

4247-2. Steps to take in an emergency
In some situations, the master warning light and warning buzzer may not oper-
ate as specified. In this case, follow the instructions displayed in the warning
message.
 If a warning light comes on or flashes at the same time that a warning message is
displayed, take corrective actio n according to the warning light. ( P.413)
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below
may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehi-
cle specifications.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the bu zzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
■If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is
displayed
Message is displayed when the driver’s
door is opened withou t turning the engine
switch off with the shift lever in any position
other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
■If “Power Turned Off to Save Battery” is
displayed
This message is displayed when the power
was cut off due to the automatic power off
function. The next time the engine is started,
increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain it at that speed for approximately
5 minutes to recharge the battery.
■If “AWD System Overheated Switching
to 2WD Mode” or “AWD System Over-
heated 2WD Mode Engaged” is dis-
played (AWD models)
This message may be displayed when driv-
ing under extremely high load conditions.
Drive the vehicle at low speeds or stop the
vehicle in a safe place with the engine run-
ning until the me ssage is cleared.
If the message is not cleared, have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■If “Headlight System Malfunction Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
The following systems may be malfunction-
ing. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
●The LED headlight system
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if
equipped)
●The automatic headlight leveling system
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable
See Owner's Manual” is displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range system is suspended tem-
porarily or until the problem shown in the
message is re solved. (causes and coping
methods: P.209)
Comes onDoes not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunction of electri-
cal components, their cond ition, or indicates the
need for maintenance
FlashesDoes not sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an operation has
been performed incorrectly, or indicates how to
perform an operation correctly
Warning buzzer*Warning

4477-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
1Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
turn off the air conditioning system,
and then stop the engine.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3 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, immedi-
ately contact your Lexus dealer.
4
The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Radiator cap
5 Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
The needle of the engine coolant
temperature gauge ( P.75)
enters the red zone, or a loss of
engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle 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
A
B
A
B
C
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504Alphabetical Index
Warning light .................................................413
Brake assist .....................................................277
Break-in tips..................................................... 157
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................ 78
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 239
Buzzer Hands off steering wheel warning (LTA)......................................................................... 226
C
Care Aluminum wheels ..................................... 350
Exterior .......................................................... 350
Interior ............................................................. 353
Seat belts........................................................ 353
Cargo capacity...................................... 161, 164
Cargo hooks ................................................. 322
Cargo net hooks .......................................... 322
Center Display ............................................. 292
Chains .............................................................. 284
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 54
Fixed with a seat belt...................................50
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
Points to remember .................................... 45
Riding with children ..................................... 45
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 46
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 57
Child safety Airbag precautions...................................... 36
Battery precautions ......................370, 446
Child restraint system................................. 46
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................. 310
How your child should wear the seat belt .............................................................................27
Moon roof precautions ............................149
Panoramic moon roof precautions ....152
Power back door precautions............... 101 Power window lock switch .....................147
Power window precautions .................. 146
Rear door child-protectors ................... 100
Removed electronic key battery precau-
tions .............................................................. 390
Seat belt extender precautions.............. 27
Seat belt precautions .................................. 45
Child-protectors........................................... 100
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ..................................... 350
Exterior........................................................... 350
Interior .............................................................353
Radar sensor ............................................... 205
Seat belts ........................................................353
Clock ........................................................ 75, 336
Coat hooks..................................................... 336
Coin box............................................................321
Compass ......................................................... 346
Condenser ..................................................... 368
Console box ................................................... 318
Consumption screen .................................... 90
Cooling system............................................. 367 Engine overheating................................... 447
Cornering lights .............................................192 Replacing light bulbs ............................... 395
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ......................................230
Cup holders .....................................................319
Current fuel consumption .......................... 80
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 30
Customizable features .............................. 470
D
Daytime running light system .................. 190
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.................... 298
Rear window ............................................... 298
Windshield ................................................... 298
Differential Rear differential oil......... ..................... ...... 456
Dimension ...................................................... 452

506Alphabetical Index
If you lose your keys.................................440
If you think something is wrong .............411
If your vehicle becomes stuck............. 449
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................404
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..... 407
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 447
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............................... 179
Compartment .............................................365
Engine switch................................................. 176
Fuel pump shut off system ...................... 412
Hood................................................................ 363
How to start the engine............................ 176
Identification number ............................... 453
If the engine will not start .......................438
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................404
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............. 176
Overheating................................................. 447
Tachometer ..................................................... 75
Engine coolant Capacity .........................................................455
Checking ....................................................... 367
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 283
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........75
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 64
Engine oil Capacity ......................................................... 454
Checking .......................................................365
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 283
Warning light ................................................. 414
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 367
Engine switch .................................................. 176 Auto power off function ........................... 179
Changing the engine switch modes.. 179
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................404
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 278 Warning light .................................................415 Event data recorder (E
DR) ............................7
F
Flat tire
Tire pressure warning system ............. 373
Vehicles with a spare tire....................... 426
Floor mats .......................................................... 24
Fluid Automatic transmission ......................... 456
Brake ................................................................ 457
Washer ...........................................................370
Fog lights Switch................................................................ 195
Footwell light ...................................................313
Front automatic air conditioning system .......................................................................... 296
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............................... 395
Front passenger footwell hooks ............ 338
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 39
Front seats Adjustment ...................................................... 122
Cleaning .........................................................353
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Driving position memory .........................134
Head restraints..............................................137
Memory recall function............................ 136
Power easy access system .....................134
Seat heaters ................................................... 310
Seat position memory ...............................134
Seat ventilators ............................................. 310
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................... 190
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 395
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............................... 395
Wattage ......................................................... 458
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ................... 395, 397
Turn signal lever .......................................... 184
Wattage ......................................................... 458