radiator LEXUS RX450h 2015 User Guide

6604-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Power control unit coolant reservoir
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line. (  P. 788)
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Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or 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.
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If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiators, 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 systems.

6614-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Radiator and condenser
Check the radiator and condenser an d clear away any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their
condition, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer. CAUTION■
When the engine and hybrid system are hot
Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap.
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 damaging to parts or paint.
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.

7885-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures
■ If “ENGINE OVERHEAT” is shown on the multi-information display
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 (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● “ENGINE OVERHEAT” is shown on the multi-information display:
The engine may be overheating.
● “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is sh own on the multi-information
display:
A hybrid system component such as the power control unit or an
electric motor (traction motor) may be overheating.
● Steam comes out from under the hood. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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When trouble arises
7895-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Radiator cap
Add coolant if necessary. (
 P. 6 5 5 )
Water can be used in an emer-
gency 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 immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is diff icult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

7905-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Lexus
dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
■ If “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Ensure that the opening for the oil
cooler is not blocked by dirt or any
other foreign substance. If the
opening is not blocked or if the
message does not disappear after
some time the opening has been
cleaned, proceed to STEP 2.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled
down, inspect the hoses and radia-
tor 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” lineSTEP 7
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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When trouble arises
7915-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Add coolant if necessary. Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and check for the multi-information dis-
play.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.STEP 5
CAUTION■
To prevent an accident or injury when in specting under the hood of your vehicle●
If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the
steam has subsided. The engine compartm ent may be very hot, causing serious
injuries such as burns.●
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 fans may suddenly operate even if the gasoline engine stops.
Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fans, which may lead to fin-
gers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) getting caught, resulting in
serious injury.●
Do not loosen the radiator cap while the hybrid system and radiator are hot.
Serious injuries, such as burns, may re sult from hot coolant and steam released
under pressure. STEP 6

868Alphabetical index
Parking assist sensors* .......................248
Parking brake .......................................... 195
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs........................708
Switch ........................................................ 217
PCS
Function .................................................. 278
Pre-collision braking off
switch ................................................... 279
Warning light ....................................... 734
Personal lights
Switch ......................................................583
Phone*........................................... 429, 552
Power back door ..................................... 75
Power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................................ 804
Checking ...............................................659
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 302
Power easy access system................... 95
Power outlet............................................. 601
“POWER” switch.................................... 177
Power windows ........................................ 112
Pre-collision system
Function .................................................. 278
Pre-collision braking off
switch ................................................... 279
Warning light ....................................... 734 Radar cruise control............................ 236
Radiator ......................................................661
Radio* ............................................ 365, 477
Rear seat entert ainment system*
Rear seats
Folding down ......................................... 89
Seat adjustment..................................... 89
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 708
Wattage .................................................809
Rear view mirror
Compass ................................................622
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 107
Outside rear view mirrors ..............109
Rear view monitor
system* ...................................... 258, 266
Rear window defogger* ....................358
Rear window wiper.............................. 229
Remote Touch*
Replacing
Electronic key battery ..................... 687
Fuses ........................................................ 689
Light bulbs ............................................ 708
Tires...........................................................764
Wireless remote control
battery ................................................. 687
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners..........................................840
Reset the maintenance data ..............641
Roof luggage carrier........................... 296P R