2012 LEXUS RX350 spark plugs replace

This warranty also does not cover
the following:
Tires
Tires are covered by a separate
warranty provided by the tire
manufac t urer. See page 34.
Normal Wear and Tear
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions
and other deterioration caused by
normal wear and tear.
Maintenance Expense*
Normal maintenance services such
as engine tune-ups; replacement of
fluids and filters; lubrication; cleaning
and polishing; replacement of spark
plugs and fuses; and replacement
of worn wiper blades, brake pads/
linings and clutch linings.
Vehicles with Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the
odometer has been altered so that
actual vehicle mileage cannot be
readily determined. Vehicles with Unknown Vehicle
Identification Number
Any vehicle for which the original
factory-assigned vehicle identification
number cannot be determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been issued
a “salvage” title or similar title under
any state’s law; or has ever been
declared a “total loss” or equivalent
by a financial institution or insurer,
such as by payment for a claim in
lieu of repairs because the cost of
repairs exceeded the cash value of the
vehicle. This exclusion does not apply
to the emission control warranties.
Incidental Damages
Incidental or consequential damages
associated with a vehicle failure.
Such damages include but are not
limited to inconvenience; the cost of
transportation, telephone calls and
lodging; the loss of personal or
commercial property; and the loss
of pay or revenue.
Your Warranties in Detail20 Ne W v eh I c L e L IMI ted W A rr AN t Y
WARRANTY*Lexus provides the first two scheduled maintenance services at no charge. See page 4 for details.

Scheduled Maintenance l og
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log 63144 Months or 120,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil with 0W-20 oil; replace oil filter
❏ Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaft (AWD)
❏ Replace cabin air filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Replace spark plugs (use Denso FK20HR11 plugs
or equivalent) 1

❏ Inspect the following:
__ Axle shaft boots
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Body
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake rotor thickness and runout
__ Drive belt
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ F uel lines and connections, fuel tank band

and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
I
f you drive primarily under any of these special operating conditions, perform
these additional items:
D riving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Towing a trailer, using a car-top carrier or heavy vehicle loading:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD)
❏ Replace transmission fluid
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis __ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Rack-and-pinion assembly
__ Rear differential oil (AWD)
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (AWD)
__ Transmission for signs of leakage
__ Wiper blades❏ Reset maintenance reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads, calipers
and rotors
❏ Check installation of driver’s floor mat
❏ Road-test vehicle
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Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.d ate: __________________________ Mileage: __________________________

e xplanation of Maintenance i te MS
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log 71Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks,
deterioration and damage. Start
the engine and listen carefully for
any exhaust leakage. Tighten connec -
tions and replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel
Tank Band and Fuel Tank Vapor
Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion,
damage, cracks, and loose or leaking
connections. Tighten connections
and replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterio -
ra tion and damage and replace
if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis
Check that tightness of the seat-
mounting bolts and front/rear
suspension-member retaining bolts
matches torque measurements
specified in the Repair Manual .
Rack-and-Pinion Assembly
Inspect the rack-and-pinion assembly
for signs of leakage, damage and
loose electrical connections. Tighten
connections and if you discover any
leakage or damage, have it repaired
immediately by a qualified technician. Road Test
While driving the vehicle, check for
proper operation of engine, transmis -
sion, brakes and steering. Also check
the parking brake, and check for
abnormal noise or vibration from
any part of the vehicle.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified interval. Install
new plugs of the same type as origi -
nally equipped (see your Owner’s
Manual ). A qualified technician
should perform this operation.
t o ensure optimum engine perfor -
mance, replace only with d enso
f K20 h R11 plugs or equivalent.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for
excessive freeplay in the steering
wheel. Inspect the linkage for bend -
ing and damage and the dust boots
for deterioration, cracks and damage.
Replace any damaged parts. A
qualified technician should perform
these operations.

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INDEX Keys .............................................................................. 8
Le xus Personalized Settings ................................................ 1 , 4, 45
Loaner vehicle .................................................................... 5
M aintenance
A s related to warranty coverage .......................... 2 5, 29, 31, 35, 40
C omplimentary first and second services .......................... 4 , 45–46
E xplanation of maintenance items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 –72
G eneral maintenance and inspections ................................ 4 2– 43
I mportance of maintenance ............................................... 39
M aintenance intervals ..................................................... 44
S cheduled maintenance log ........................................... 4 8 – 67
W here to obtain maintenance ....................... in side front cover, 35, 41
Nuts and bolts on chassis ............................................... 4 8 – 67*, 7 1
Oil change ............................................................ 4 8 – 67*, 70
Owner responsibilities ......................................... 2 5, 29, 31, 35–38
Parts replacement ................................................ 7 , 16, 25, 32, 36
Pre-delivery service ............................................................... 1
Q uality control ................................................................... 7
R ack-and-pinion assembly ............................................. 4 8 – 67*, 7 1
Road test ............................................................... 4 8 – 67*, 7 1
Roadside assistance ............................................................ 1 , 6
Service agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Service history ................................................................... 7
S mog-check tests .......................................................... 2 6, 32
Spark plugs .................................................................. 6 3, 71
Steering linkage and boots ............................................. 4 8 – 67*, 7 1
Timing chain ..................................................................... 72
*See scheduled maintenance log for maintenance interval.
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