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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Overheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
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The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
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Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
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To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
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If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the
steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, causing serious
injury such as burns.
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Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and engine drive belt while the
engine is running.
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Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released
under pressure.
Add coolant if required.
Water can be used as an emer-
gency measure if coolant is
unavailable. (
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
STEP
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Summary of Contents for GX 470 2009
Page 17: ...17 A Warning reflector holder P 286 Tools P 402 Back door handle ...
Page 110: ...110 1 7 Safetyinformation ...
Page 128: ...128 2 1 Driving procedures Horn To sound the horn press on or close to the mark ...
Page 272: ...272 3 6 Other interior features Vanity mirror The light turns on when the cover is opened ...
Page 312: ...312 3 6 Other interior features ...
Page 380: ...380 4 3 Do it yourself maintenance ...
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