2015 Lexus GS350 maintenance schedule

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To ensure optimum performance
and maintain the quality built into
your vehicle’s emission control
systems, Lexus recommends the
use of Genuine Lexus Parts when
servicing or repairing the systems.
Warranty coverage is not dependent
upon the use of any particular
brand of replacement parts and
you may elect to use non-Genuine
Lexus Parts for maintenance and
repairs. However, use of replace-
ment parts that are not equivalent
in quality to Genuine Lexus Parts
may impair the effectiveness of
the emission control systems.
If you use replacement parts that
have maintenance or replacement
schedules different from those of
Genuine Lexus Parts, you must follow
the maintenance and replacement
schedules for the parts you are
using. In addition, you should ensure
that such parts are warranted by
their manufacturers to be equiva-
lent to Genuine Lexus Parts.If your vehicle fails a smog-check
test, you may make a claim under the
Emission Performance Warranty.
To do so, take your vehicle to an
autho rized Lexus dealership and
present a copy of the smog-check test
report. Also, take your maintenance
records in case they are needed.
If your claim qualifies for coverage,
the dealership will repair your vehicle
within 30 days (unless a shorter
period is required by law). If your
claim is denied, Lexus will notify you
in writing of the reason within the
same period. If we fail to do so, we will
repair your vehicle free of charge. The
only exceptions allowed are when you
request or agree to a delay, or when
a delay is caused by factors beyond
the control of Lexus or the dealership.
For information on how to obtain
service under the Emission
Defect Warranty, see page 37,
“Obtaining Warranty Service.”
REPLACEMENT PARTSIF YOUR VEHICLE FAILS
A SMOG-CHECK TEST
Your Warranties in Detail
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
WARRANTY

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THE IMPORTANCE OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Regular maintenance is essential
to obtaining the highest level of
performance, safety and reliability
from your Lexus. It can also enhance
your vehicle’s resale value. This section
of the Warranty and Services Guide is
designed to help you make sure your
vehicle receives proper and timely
maintenance. It includes factory-
recommended maintenance guidelines
as well as logs in which to document
your vehicle’s maintenance history.
In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your Lexus requires ongoing
general maintenance such as fluid
checks and visual inspections. These
procedures are listed on pages 42–43
of this booklet and described in detail
in the “Maintenance” section of the
Owner’s Manual.It is especially important to check
your vehicle’s engine oil once a
month and to regularly replace
the engine oil and oil filter. Failure
to do so can cause oil starvation
and/or oil gelling, which can
result in severe damage to your
vehicle and require costly repairs
that are not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
With proper maintenance and
care, your vehicle will last longer
and deliver more dependable,
economical performance. Follow
this booklet’s recommendations
and you’ll enjoy maximum reliability
and peace of mind from your
Lexus for many years to come.

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MAINTENANCE AND LEXUS WARRANTY COVERAGE
MAINTENANCE
Maintaining your vehicle according
to the recommendations in this
booklet is required to ensure that
your warranty coverage remains
intact. You should keep detailed
records of vehicle maintenance,
including date of service, mileage
at time of service and a description
of service and/or parts installation
performed. The maintenance logs
in this booklet are a good place to
record this information. If you sell
your vehicle, be sure to give your
maintenance records to the
new owner.
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you do not have records
to show that you maintained your
vehicle. However, damage or failures
caused by lack of proper maintenance
are not covered under warranty.Maintenance and repair services may
be performed by you or by any auto-
motive service provider you choose.
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you used a service
provider other than a Lexus dealer-
ship for maintenance and repairs.
However, damage or failures caused
by improper maintenance or repairs
are not covered under warranty.
Your dealer may recommend more
frequent maintenance intervals or
more maintenance services than
those listed in the scheduled mainte-
nance log. These additional services
are not required to maintain your
warranty coverage. Ask your dealer
for an explanation of any recom-
mended maintenance not included
in the scheduled maintenance log.
For a complete description of
Lexus warranty coverages, see
pages 16–33 of this booklet.

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE
MAINTENANCE
In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your Lexus requires ongoing general
maintenance such as fluid checks
and visual inspections. The recom-
mended guidelines for inspections
are listed below. Please refer to
the “Mainte nance” section of the
Owner’s Manual for a detailed
description of inspection procedures.
Every 30 Days
At least once every 30 days,
perform these inspections:
• Check engine oil level using
the dipstick
• Visually check engine
coolant level on the
see-through reservoir
• Visually check brake fluid level
on the see-through reservoir
• Visually check condition
of battery
• Check level of windshield
washer fluid
• Check tire pressure
• Check tires for damage
and wear
• Check installation of
driver’s floor mat
After a Car Wash
• Check installation of
driver’s floor mat
When Cleaning the Interior
• Remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty
surfaces with a soft cloth
dampened with warm water.
• When cleaning leather interior,
remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Using a
sponge, apply a small amount
of neutral wool detergent mixed
in water, rubbing in a circular
motion. Wipe off any excess
detergent and let leather dry
in an open-air location.
• When cleaning carpet, 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
minutes to loosen dirt. Continue by
rubbing carpet 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 the carpet as
dry as possible.

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
Determining Your
Maintenance Interval:
Months vs. Mileage
Lexus recommends obtaining
scheduled maintenance for your
vehicle every six months or 5,000
miles, whichever occurs first.
For example:
• If at six months you have
driven less than 5,000 miles,
you should obtain mainte-
nance at six months; don’t
wait until 5,000 miles.
• If you drive 5,000 miles in less
than six months, you should
obtain maintenance at 5,000
miles; don’t wait until six months.
Be sure to keep an eye on your
mileage so that you obtain mainte-
nance when recommended. If you
are a low-mileage driver, mark your
calendar to remind yourself to obtain
maintenance every six months.
Special Operating Conditions
In addition to standard maintenance
items, vehicles that are driven under
special operating conditions require
further maintenance service. These
special operating conditions, which put
added demands on a vehicle, include:
• Driving on dirt roads or
on dusty roads
• Repeated trips of less than five
miles in temperatures below
32° F or 0° C
• Extensive idling and/or
low-speed driving for long
distances, such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use
• Towing. Not all vehicles are
designed for towing. Please
refer to the Owner’s Manual
for details.
If you drive primarily under any
of the conditions noted, you
should replace the engine oil
and oil filter every six months
or 5,000 miles. Some of these
special operating conditions
require other maintenance
items; these items are indicated
in each maintenance chart.

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
If you drive only occasionally under
any of the special operating conditions
noted, it is not necessary to change
the oil every six months or 5,000
miles or to perform the additional
services listed in the charts. This
added maintenance is required only
if you drive primarily under any of
the special operating conditions.
Complimentary First
Scheduled Maintenance
Service: Six Months or
5,000 Miles
Lexus provides your first scheduled
maintenance service at no charge.
The service is performed at six
months or 5,000 miles, whichever
occurs first. To obtain this service,
contact your Lexus dealership. Your
complimentary service will include
these items:
• Inspect and adjust all fluid levels
• Program Lexus Personalized
Settings, if requested
• Reset maintenance
reminder light
• R o t a t e t i r e s
• Visually inspect brake pads,
calipers and rotors
• Inspect wiper blades
• Check installation of
driver’s floor mat
• Road-test vehicle
What are Lexus
Personalized Settings?
Your vehicle includes a variety
of electronic features that can
be programmed to your prefer-
ences. For example, doors can be
programmed to remain locked
when you shift into “Park.” (For more
information, see the “Customizable
Features” section of the Specifications
chapter in your Owner’s Manual.)
Programming of these features
is performed once at no charge,
provided you obtain the service at the
six-month/5,000-mile scheduled
maintenance service. Programming
of some Lexus Personal ized Settings
requires special equipment and
may be performed only by an
authorized Lexus dealership.

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Complimentary Second
Scheduled Maintenance
Service: 12 Months or
10,000 Miles
Lexus also provides your second
scheduled maintenance service at
no charge. The service is performed
at 12 months or 10,000 miles,
whichever occurs first. To obtain
this service, contact your Lexus
dealership. Your complimentary
service will include these items:
• Replace engine oil with
0W-20 oil; replace oil filter
• Replace cabin air filter
• Reset maintenance reminder light
• R o t a t e t i r e s
• Visually inspect brake pads,
calipers and rotors
• Inspect wiper blades
• Check installation of
driver’s floor mat
• Road-test vehicle
If you do the majority of your driving
under certain special operating condi-
tions, additional items are included in
this service. See the “12 Months or
10,000 Miles” chart on page 48.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
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