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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
The engine coolant temperature
gauge (P.72, 75) enters the
red zone, or a loss of engine
power is experienced. (For exam-
ple, 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
1
Stop 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
A
Cooling fan
B
If a large amount of coolant leaks, immedi-
ately contact your Lexus dealer.
4
The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the "MAX" and "MIN"
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
A
"MAX" line
B
"MIN" line
C
5
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
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