General Maintenance And Regular Use; Brakes Fluid; Tire Inspections - Lexus GS 450h Warranty And Services Manual

GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGUL AR USE
In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your Lexus hybrid vehicle 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 inspection procedures.
Every 30 Days
At least once every 30 days,
perform these inspections:
Check engine oil level using
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the dipstick
Visually check engine/inverter
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coolant level on the see-through
reservoir
Visually check brake fluid level
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on the see-through reservoir
Check level of windshield
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washer fluid
Check tire pressure
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Check tires for damage
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and wear
Check installation of driver's
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floor mat
After a Car Wash
Check installation of driver's
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floor mat
Every Several Months
If the vehicle is parked for a long time,
the hybrid battery will discharge
gradually. To keep the hybrid battery
in good condition, drive the vehicle
at least once every several months
for at least 30 minutes or ten miles.
If the hybrid battery becomes fully
discharged and the vehicle will not
start even with a jump-start to
the 12-volt battery, contact your
Lexus dealership.
If You Run Out of Fuel
Take all precautions to prevent the
hybrid vehicle from running out of
fuel. If you do run out of fuel, add fuel
to the fuel tank before trying to restart
the vehicle or continuing to drive.
When Cleaning the Interior
Remove dirt and dust with a
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vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty
surfaces with a soft cloth
dampened with warm water.
When cleaning leather interior,
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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.
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