2008 Lexus ES350 steering

Introduction
GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE
MAINTENANCE
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In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your Lexus requires ongoing general
maintenance such as fluid checks and
visual inspections. The recommended
guidelines for inspections are listed
below. Please refer to the “Mainte-
nance” section of the Owner’s Manual
for a detailed description of inspec-
tion procedures.
When Refueling
When refueling, perform these
inspections:
• Check engine oil level using
the dipstick
• Visually check engine coolant
level on the see-through
reservoir (under cover)
• Visually check brake fluid level
on the see-through reservoir
• Visually check power steering
fluid level on the see-through
reservoir (under cover)
• Visually check condition of
battery (under cover)
• Check level of windshield
washer fluid
Every 30 Days
At least once every 30 days, perform
these inspections:
• Check tire pressure
• Check tires for damage
and wear
When Cleaning the Interior
• Remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur-
faces with a soft cloth dampened
with warm water.
• When cleaning carpet or cloth
interior, remove dirt and dust
with a vacuum cleaner. Apply
a foaming-type carpet cleaner
with a sponge or brush, allowing
cleaner to work for a few min-
utes to loosen dirt. Continue by
rubbing carpet or cloth interior
in a circular motion. Wipe off any
excess cleaner with a clean cloth.
If any dirt remains, repeat process.
Best results are obtained by
keeping carpet and cloth interior
as dry as possible.
• When cleaning leather interior,
remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Using a sponge,
apply a small amount of neutral
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
6 Months or 5,000 Miles1
❏Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
2
❏Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots
❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: ________ Mileage: ________
Notes:
12 Months or 10,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
2
❏Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS3)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots
❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: ________ Mileage: ________
Notes:
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1This service is complimentary when performed by an authorized Lexus dealership.2Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.3Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
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18 Months or 15,000 Miles
❏Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
2
❏Clean air conditioner filter (ES, GS, IS)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD,
IS 250 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots
Date: ___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
Notes:
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
24 Months or 20,000 Miles
❏Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
1
❏Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots
❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
30 Months or 25,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
1
❏Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots
❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
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36 Months or 30,000 Miles
❏Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
1
❏Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors; measure rotor runout (GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Manual transmission oil (IS 250)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
42 Months or 35,000 Miles
❏Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
1
❏Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots
❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
48 Months or 40,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
1
❏Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots
❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
Scheduled Maintenance Log
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1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.
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54 Months or 45,000 Miles
❏Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
1
❏Clean air conditioner filter (ES, GS, IS)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD,
IS 250 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
60 Months or 50,000 Miles
❏Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
1
❏Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots
❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
66 Months or 55,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
1
❏Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots
❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
Scheduled Maintenance Log
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1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.
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