Coolant Selection; If The Coolant Level Drops Within A Short Time Of Replenishing; When The Engine Is Hot - Caution; When Adding Coolant - Lexus GX 460 User Manual

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Coolant selection

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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.
U.S.A.: "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is a mixture of 50 % coolant and 50 % deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -31F [-35C])
Canada: "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is a mixture of 55 % coolant and 45% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -44F [-42C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Lexus dealer.

If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing

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Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine 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 system.
CAUTION
When the engine is hot
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Do not remove the radiator 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

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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 cool-
ing. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
If you spill coolant
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Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damage to parts or paint.
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