Lexus RX450H Manual page 504

4-2. Maintenance
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Where to go for maintenance service?
In order to maintain your vehicle in the best possible condition, Lexus rec-
ommends that maintenance service operations as well as other inspections
and repairs be carried out by authorized Lexus dealers or repairers or other
duly qualified and equipped professionals. For repairs and services covered
by your warranty, please visit an authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, who
will use genuine Lexus parts in repairing any difficulties you may encoun-
ter. There can also be advantages in utilizing authorized Lexus dealers or
repairers for non-warranty repairs and services, as members of the Lexus
network will be able to expertly assist you with any difficulties you may
encounter.
Your Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional will perform all of the scheduled maintenance on your vehicle reli-
ably and economically due to their experience with Lexus vehicles.
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Does your vehicle need repairs?
Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip-offs
that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are:
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Engine missing, stumbling or pinging
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Appreciable loss of power
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Strange engine noises
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A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air
conditioning system after use is normal.)
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Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monox-
ide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system
checked immediately.)
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Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire
wear
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Vehicle pulls to one side when driving straight on a level road
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Strange noises related to suspension movement
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Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal, pedal almost
touches the floors, vehicle pulls to one side when braking
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Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as
soon as possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.
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