Lexus RX350 Manual page 368

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
water. (Minimum temperature: -31°F
[-35°C])
Canada:
"Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is a mix-
ture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized
water. (Minimum temperature: -44°F
[-42°C])
For more details about coolant, contact
your Lexus dealer.
If the coolant level drops within a short
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time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine
coolant reservoir cap, 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 system.
WARNING
When the engine is hot
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Do not remove the engine coolant reser-
voir cap and radiator cap.
The cooling system may be under pres-
sure and may spray hot coolant if the cap
is removed, causing serious injuries, such
as burns.
NOTICE
When adding coolant
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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 pre-
vent it from damaging parts or paint.
Checking the radiator and con-
denser
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.
WARNING
When the engine is hot
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Do not touch the radiator or condenser
as they may be hot and cause serious
injuries, such as burns.
Checking and adding the brake
fluid
Checking fluid level
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The brake fluid level should be
between the "MAX" and "MIN" lines
on the tank.
Adding fluid
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Make sure to check the fluid type and
prepare the necessary item.
 Fluid type
FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
brake fluid
 Item
Clean funnel
Brake fluid can absorb moisture from
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the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause
a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use