Engine Coolant - Lexus 2013 IS250 Owner's Manual

Engine coolant

The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the "FULL" and "LOW"
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
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Reservoir cap
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"FULL" line
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"LOW" line
If the level is on or below the
"LOW" line, add coolant up to the
"FULL" line. (P. 530)
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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.
"Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -35C [-31F])
For more details about coolant, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir cap, drain cock and
water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for leaks
in the cooling system.
CAUTION
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When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap or radiator cap. (P. 530)
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the cap
is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
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