2008 Lexus GX 470 Owners Manual - Page 455
2008 Lexus GX 470 Manual
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle overheats If the engine overheats: STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the automatic air conditioning system. Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood. If you see steam: Turn off the engine and carefully lift the hood. If you do not see steam: Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood. Check to see if the cooling fan is operating. If the fan is operating: Wait until the engine coolant temperature gauge begins to fall and then stop the engine. If the fan is not operating: Stop the engine immediately and call your local Lexus dealer. After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, check the coolant level and inspect the radiator for any leaks. 408