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DRIVING TIPS
WINTER DRIVING TIPS
Make sure your coolant is properly protected against
freezing.
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. (Coolant with long life hybrid organic
acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and
organic acids.)
See "Checking the engine coolant level" on page 514 for
details of coolant type selection.
For the U.S.A. — "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is a mixture
of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. This coolant
provides protection down to about 35_C ( 31_F).
For Canada — "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is a mixture
of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. This coolant
provides protection down to about 42_C ( 44_F).
NOTICE
Do not use plain water alone.
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Check the condition of the battery and cables.
Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery, so it
must be in top shape to provide enough power for winter
starting. Page 551 tells you how to visually inspect the battery.
Your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be pleased to
check the battery charge level.
Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for the cold
weather.
See page 513 for recommended viscosity. Leaving a heavy
summer oil in your vehicle during winter months may cause
harder starting. If you are not sure about which oil to use, call
your Lexus dealer — they will be pleased to help.
Check
the
electronic
connections or obvious damage.
Keep the door locks from freezing.
Squirt lock de icer or glycerine into the locks to keep them from
freezing.
Use a washer fluid containing an antifreeze solution.
This product is available at your Lexus dealer and most auto
parts stores. Follow the manufacturer's directions for how
much to mix with water.
Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute
because it may damage your vehicle's paint.
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