7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
turn off the air conditioning system,
and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Engine radiator
Cooling fan
Intercooler radiators
If a large amount of coolant leaks, immedi-
ately contact your Lexus dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir.
X Engine coolant
Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
z The needle of the engine coolant
temperature gauge (oP.121)
enters the red zone or a loss of
engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed
does not increase.)
z “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop
in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the multi-
information display.
z Steam comes out from under the
hood.
Correction procedures
A
B
C
A
B
C