geneRAL MAintenAnCe AnD ReguLAR uSe
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
•
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
•
Check level of power
steering fluid
•
Visually check condition
of battery
•
Check level of windshield
washer fluid
•
Check installation of
driver's floor mat
•
Check tire pressure
•
Check tires for damage and wear
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After a Car wash
•
Check installation of driver's
floor mat
After Off-road Driving
Whenever you drive off-road
through deep sand, mud or water,
perform these inspections daily:
•
Check axle shaft boots
•
Check ball joints and dust covers
•
Check brake lines and hoses
•
Check brake pads/rotors and
parking brake linings/drums
•
Check differential oil
•
Check engine air filter
•
Check nuts and bolts on chassis
•
Check steering linkage and boots
•
Check transfer case oil
•
Check transmission for signs
of leakage