General Maintenance - Lexus GS300 1998 Owner's Manual

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified. It is recommended that
any problem you notice be brought to the attention of your
Lexus dealer or qualified service shop for their advice.
CAUTION
Make these checks only where adequate ventilation can be
obtained if you run the engine.
Vehicle exterior
Items listed below should be performed from time to time,
unless otherwise specified.
Tire pressure
Check the pressure with a gauge every two weeks, or at least
once a month and adjust as shown on the tire pressure label.
See page 392 for additional information.
Tire surface
Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage or excessive wear.
See page 394 for additional information.
Wheel nuts
When checking the tires, make sure to check the nuts for
looseness. Tighten them if necessary.
Tire rotation
Rotate the tires every 12000 km (7500 miles). See page 394
for additional information.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other fluid
after the vehicle has been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected
immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors, including trunk lid, operate smoothly
and all latches lock securely. Make sure the engine hood
secondary latch secures the hood when the primary latch is
released.
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