Lexus ES350 Service Manual page 430

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
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Check the oil level on a regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
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Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
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Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
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Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
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Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
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Engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the "FULL" and "LOW" lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
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"FULL" line
2
"LOW" line
3
If the level is on or below the "LOW"
line, add coolant up to the "FULL" line.
(P. 505)
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% deionized water.
(Minimum temperature: -31F [-35C])
Canada:
"Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is a mixture 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 time of replenishing
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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.
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