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Introduction
THE IMPORTANCE OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
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Regular maintenance is essential to obtaining the highest level of per-formance, safety and reliability fromyour Lexus. It can also enhance yourvehicle’s resale value. This section of the Warranty and Services Guideis designed to help you make sureyour vehicle receives proper andtimely maintenance. It includes factory-recommended maintenanceguidelines as well as logs in which todocument your vehicle’s maintenancehistory.
In addition to scheduled maintenance,your Lexus requires ongoing general
maintenance such as fluid checks andvisual inspections. These proceduresare listed on pages 42–43 of thisbooklet and described in detail in the “Maintenance” section of theOwner’s Manual.
With proper maintenance and care,your vehicle will last longer and deliv-er more dependable, economicalperformance. Follow this booklet’srecommendations and you’ll enjoymaximum reliability and peace ofmind from your Lexus for many yearsto come.
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MAINTENANCE AND LEXUS WARRANTY COVERAGE
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Maintaining your vehicle according tothe recommendations in this bookletis required to ensure that your war-ranty coverage remains intact. Youshould keep detailed records of vehi-cle maintenance, including date ofservice, mileage at time of serviceand a description of service and/orparts installation performed. Themaintenance logs in this booklet are agood place to record this information.If you sell your vehicle, be sure to giveyour maintenance records to the newowner.
Lexus will not deny a warranty claimsolely because you do not haverecords to show that you maintainedyour vehicle. However, damage orfailures caused by lack of propermaintenance are not covered underwarranty.
Maintenance and repair services maybe performed by you or by any auto-motive service provider you choose.Lexus will not deny a warranty claimsolely because you used a service
provider other than a Lexus dealer-ship for maintenance and repairs.However, damage or failures causedby improper maintenance or repairsare not covered under warranty.
Your dealer may recommend morefrequent maintenance intervals ormore maintenance services thanthose listed in the scheduled mainte-nance log. These additional servicesare not required to maintain your war-ranty coverage. Ask your dealer foran explanation of any recommendedmaintenance not included in thescheduled maintenance log.
For a complete description ofLexus warranty coverages, seepages 16–33 of this booklet.
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LEXUS DEALERSHIP SERVICE
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To ensure that your vehicle receivesfirst-quality service and factory-authorized parts, Lexus recommendshaving maintenance performed by an authorized Lexus dealership. Tolocate your nearest authorized Lexusdealership, contact Lexus CustomerSatisfaction at (800) 255-3987 orlog on to www.lexus.com.
Lexus dealership technicians areexperts in the maintenance and repairof Lexus vehicles. They stay currenton the latest service informationthrough Lexus technical bulletins,service publications and trainingcourses. Many are also certifiedthrough the Lexus Commitment toPerfection Certification Program,which requires specialized, state-of-the-art training as well as rigorousexams through both Lexus and theNational Institute for AutomotiveService Excellence.
Additionally, when you have yourvehicle serviced at a Lexus dealer-ship, your service information isrecorded in the Lexus NationalService History database. This is thefirst database of its kind in the auto-motive industry. It can be accessed by
any Lexus dealership in the U.S. — agreat convenience if you relocate orneed to have your vehicle servicedwhile traveling.
You can be confident you’re gettingthe best possible service for yourvehicle when you take it to a Lexusdealership. Don’t trust your invest-ment to anything less than a team ofLexus specialists.
Maintenance and repairs notperformed by an authorizedLexus dealership should be per-formed by a qualified technicianfollowing procedures in Lexusservice and repair publications.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE
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In addition to scheduled maintenance,your Lexus requires ongoing generalmaintenance such as fluid checks andvisual inspections. The recommendedguidelines for inspections are listedbelow. Please refer to the “Mainte-nance” section of the Owner’s Manualfor a detailed description of inspec-tion procedures.
When RefuelingWhen refueling, perform theseinspections:
• Check engine oil level using the dipstick
• Visually check engine coolantlevel on the see-through reservoir
• Visually check brake fluid levelon the see-through reservoir
• Visually check condition of battery
• Check level of windshield washer fluid
Every 30 DaysAt least once every 30 days, performthese inspections:
• Check tire pressure
• Check tires for damage and wear
After Off-Road DrivingWhenever you drive off-road throughdeep sand, mud or water, performthese inspections daily:
• Check axle shaft boots
• Check ball joints and dust covers
• Check brake lines and hoses
• Check brake pads/rotors andparking brake linings/drums
• Check differential oil
• Check engine air filter
• Check nuts and bolts on chassis
• Check steering linkage andboots
• Check transfer case oil (AWD models)
• Check transmission fluid
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE
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When Cleaning the Interior • Remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur-faces with a soft cloth dampenedwith warm water.
• When cleaning carpet or clothinterior, remove dirt and dustwith a vacuum cleaner. Apply a foaming-type carpet cleaner with a sponge or brush, allowingcleaner to work for a few min-utes to loosen dirt. Continue byrubbing carpet or cloth interiorin a circular motion. Wipe off anyexcess cleaner with a clean cloth.If any dirt remains, repeat process.Best results are obtained bykeeping carpet and cloth interioras dry as possible.
• When cleaning leather interior,remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Using a sponge,apply a small amount of neutralwool detergent mixed in water,rubbing in a circular motion.Wipe off any excess detergentand let leather dry in an open-airlocation.
When Cleaning the Exterior• Working from top to bottom,
apply lots of low-pressure waterto the body, wheel wells andunderside of vehicle to removedirt and dust. Wash the vehiclebody using a soft sponge or cotton cloth with mild car-washsoap. Rinse off with water.
• If water does not bead on a cleanvehicle surface, apply car waxusing a soft cotton cloth whenthe body of the vehicle is cool.
When Cleaning the Wheels• Wait for hot wheels to cool
before getting wheels wet.
• Using a soft sponge or cottoncloth, apply same mild car-washsoap as used for the vehiclebody. Quickly rinse off withwater. Using a soft cotton cloth,apply same car wax as used forthe vehicle body.
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Scheduled Maintenance Log
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
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Determining YourMaintenance Interval:Months vs. MileageLexus recommends obtaining sched-uled maintenance for your vehicleevery six months or 5,000 miles,whichever occurs first.
For example:
• If at six months you have drivenless than 5,000 miles, youshould obtain maintenance at sixmonths; don’t wait until 5,000miles.
• If you drive 5,000 miles in lessthan six months, you shouldobtain maintenance at 5,000miles; don’t wait until six months.
Be sure to keep an eye on yourmileage so that you obtain mainte-nance when recommended. If you area low-mileage driver, mark your cal-endar to remind yourself to obtainmaintenance every six months.
Complimentary FirstScheduled MaintenanceService: 30 Days or 1,000 MilesLexus provides your first scheduledmaintenance service at no charge.The service is performed at 30 daysor 1,000 miles, whichever occurs first,and includes the items listed in thechart on the next page. To obtain thiscomplimentary service, contact yourLexus dealership.
Complimentary SecondScheduled MaintenanceService: Six Months or 5,000 MilesLexus also provides your secondscheduled maintenance service at nocharge. The service is performed atsix months or 5,000 miles, whicheveroccurs first, and includes the itemslisted in the chart on page 46. Toobtain this complimentary service,contact your Lexus dealership.
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Scheduled Maintenance Log
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
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What are Lexus PersonalizedSettings?Your vehicle includes a variety ofelectronic features that can be pro-grammed to your preferences. Forexample, doors can be programmedto remain locked when you shift into“Park.” (For more information, see the“Customizable Features” section ofthe Specifications chapter in yourOwner’s Manual.) Programming ofthese features is performed once atno charge, provided you obtain theservice at the 30-day/1,000-milescheduled maintenance service.Programming of your Lexus Personal-ized Settings requires special equip-ment and may be performed only byan authorized Lexus dealership.
30 Days or 1,000 MilesComplimentary First
Scheduled Maintenance Service
❏ Inspect body/chassis
❏ Check for fluid leaks
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Program Lexus Personalized Settings, if requested
Date: ________ Mileage: ________
Notes:
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❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: ________ Mileage: ________
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12 Months or 10,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: ________ Mileage: ________
Notes:
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1This service is complimentary when performed by an authorized Lexus dealership.
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18 Months or 15,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Clean air conditioner 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
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
Date: ___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
Notes:
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24 Months or 20,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
30 Months or 25,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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36 Months or 30,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Inspect the following:___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Brake rotor thickness and runout
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank bandand fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
___Transmission fluid
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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42 Months or 35,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
48 Months or 40,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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54 Months or 45,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Clean air conditioner 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)
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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60 Months or 50,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
66 Months or 55,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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72 Months or 60,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Inspect the following:___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Brake rotor thickness and runout
___Drive belts
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Engine valve clearance (GX)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transmission fluid
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank bandand fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
___Transmission fluid
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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78 Months or 65,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
84 Months or 70,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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90 Months or 75,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Clean air conditioner 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
___Drive belt
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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96 Months or 80,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
102 Months or 85,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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108 Months or 90,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Inspect the following:___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Brake rotor thickness and runout
___Drive belt
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___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 off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
___Transmission fluid
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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114 Months or 95,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
120 Months or 100,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Replace engine coolant (see page 67)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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126 Months or 105,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Clean air conditioner 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
___Drive belt
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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132 Months or 110,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
138 Months or 115,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Inspect engine coolant (see page 67)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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144 Months or 120,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ 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
___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 off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transmission fluid
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
___Transmission fluid
❏ Replace spark plugs1 (use DensoFK20HR11 plugs or equivalent)
❏ Visually inspect brake pds and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
1Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.
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150 Months or 125,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
156 Months or 130,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Inspect engine coolant (see page 67)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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162 Months or 135,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Clean air conditioner 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
___Drive belt
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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168 Months or 140,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
174 Months or 145,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Inspect engine coolant (see page 67)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on 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
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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180 Months or 150,000 Miles❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ 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
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank bandand fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Replace rear differential oil (AWD only)
❏ Replace transfer case oil (AWD only)
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD only)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD only)
___Transmission fluid
❏ Replace engine coolant (see page 67)
❏ Replace Smart Key battery
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
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The following descriptions are provid-ed to give you a better understandingof the maintenance services thatshould be performed on your vehicle.The scheduled maintenance log indi-cates at which time/mileage intervalseach service should be performed.Please note that many maintenanceservices should be performed only by a qualified technician.
Air Conditioner FilterClean or replace at specified inter-vals. More frequent cleaning orreplacement may be required whendriving in dusty conditions. Refer toyour Owner’s Manual for servicedetails.
Axle Shaft BootsCheck the axle shaft boots andclamps for cracks, deterioration anddamage. Replace any damaged partsand, if necessary, repack the grease.A qualified technician should performthese operations.
Ball Joints and Dust CoversCheck the suspension and steeringlinkage ball joints for looseness anddamage. Check all dust covers fordeterioration and damage. A qualifiedtechnician should perform theseinspections.
Body InspectionVisually check for corrosion, scratch-es and other damage. Check outerbody panels, inner panels of the hoodand doors, and underneath the vehi-cle. Apply touch-up paint to any chipsand scratches or have them repairedby a qualified technician.
Brake FluidReplace using fluid type specified in your Owner’s Manual. A qualifiedtechnician should perform this operation.
Brake Lines and HosesVisually inspect for proper installation.Check for chafing, cracks, deteriora-tion and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician should performthese operations.
For further information on maintenance services that youcan perform yourself, see themaintenance sections of yourOwner’s Manual.
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Brake Pads/Rotors and Parking Brake Linings/DrumsCheck brake pads and rotors forexcessive wear; check brake rotorsfor thickness and runout. Checkbrake calipers for fluid leakage.Check the parking brake linings(shoes) and drums for scoring, burn-ing, fluid leakage, broken parts andexcessive wear. A qualified technicianshould perform these inspections.
Differential OilCheck for correct oil level andinspect each differential componentfor signs of leakage. If you discoverany leakage, have it repaired immedi-ately by a qualified technician. Referto your Owner’s Manual for fluidspecifications.
Drive BeltInspect for cracks, excessive wearand oiliness. Check the belt tensionand adjust if necessary. Replace thebelts if they are damaged.
Engine Air FilterCheck for damage, excessive wearand oiliness. Replace if necessary.
Engine CoolantWhen inspecting, visually check the engine coolant level on the see-through reservoir. Add coolant asnecessary. When replacing, drain and flush the cooling system and refillwith coolant. Always use GenuineToyota Super Long-Life Coolant orsimilar high-quality non-silicate, non-amine, non-borate ethylene-glycolcoolant with long-life hybrid organicacid technology (i.e., a combination of low phosphates and organic acids).A qualified technician should per-form these operations.
Note: Initial replacement is at 120months/100,000 miles. Replaceevery 60 months/50,000 milesthereafter.
Engine Oil and Oil FilterReplace the oil filter and drain andrefill the engine oil at specified inter-vals. For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to your Owner’sManual. The RX 350 is equippedwith a replaceable oil-filter elementand oil-filter cap O-ring; replace bothat each oil change. For instructions onhow to reset the reminder light, referto your Owner’s Manual.
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Exhaust Pipes and MountingsVisually 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, FuelTank Band and Fuel Tank VaporVent System HosesVisually inspect for corrosion, dam-age, cracks, and loose or leaking connections. Tighten connections and replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap GasketVisually inspect for cracks, deterio-ration and damage and replace if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on ChassisCheck that tightness of the seat-mounting bolts and front/rear suspen-sion-member retaining bolts matchestorque measurements specified in theRepair Manual.
Rack and Pinion AssemblyInspect the rack and pinion assemblyfor signs of leakage, damage andloose electrical connections. Tightenconnections and if you discover anyleakage or damage, have it repairedimmediately by a qualified technician.
Road TestWhile driving the vehicle, check forproper operation of engine, transmis-sion, brakes and steering. Also checkfor abnormal noise or vibration fromany part of the vehicle.
Spark PlugsReplace at specified interval. Installnew plugs of the same type as origi-nally equipped (see your Owner’sManual). A qualified technician shouldperform this operation. To ensureoptimum engine performance on RX 350, replace only with DensoFK20HR11 plugs or equivalent.
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Steering Linkage and BootsWith the vehicle stopped, check forexcessive freeplay in the steeringwheel. Inspect the linkage for bendingand damage and the dust boots fordeterioration, cracks and damage.Replace any damaged parts. A quali-fied technician should perform theseoperations.
Timing ChainThe RX 350 is equipped with a tim-ing chain that requires no periodicinspection.
Tire RotationTires should be rotated according to the instructions in your Owner’sManual. When rotating tires, checkpressure and check for damage anduneven wear. If the spare is not rotat-ed, check the condition and pressureof the spare.
Transfer Case Oil Check for correct oil level andinspect each component for signs ofleakage. If you discover any leakage,have it repaired immediately by aqualified technician. For correct oil,refer to your Owner’s Manual.
Transmission FluidCheck for correct fluid level andinspect each transmission componentfor signs of leakage. If you discoverany leakage, have it repaired immedi-ately by a qualified technician.
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Model
Body style
In-service date
Mileage at delivery
Selling dealership
Selling dealership phone number
Key number
Vehicle Identification Number
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