Explanation Of Maintenance Items; Body Inspection; Axle Shaft Boots - Lexus 2015 IS 250C Warranty And Services Manual

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS

The following descriptions are
provided to give you a better
understanding of the maintenance
services that should be performed
on your vehicle. The scheduled
maintenance log indicates at
which time/mileage intervals each
service should be performed.
Please note that many maintenance
services should be performed
only by a qualified technician.
For further information on
maintenance services that
you can perform yourself,
see the maintenance sections
of your Owner's Manual.

Axle Shaft Boots

Check the axle shaft boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration
and damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack
the grease. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering
linkage ball joints for looseness
and damage. Check all dust covers
for deterioration and damage. A
qualified technician should perform
these inspections.
68 Scheduled Maintenance Log

Body Inspection

Visually check for corrosion, scratches
and other damage. Check outer body
panels, inner panels of the hood
and doors, and underneath the
vehicle. Apply touch-up paint to any
chips and scratches or have them
repaired by a qualified technician.
Brake Fluid
Replace using fluid type specified
in your Owner's Manual. A qualified
technician should perform this
operation.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation.
Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration
and signs of leakage. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts.
A qualified technician should perform
these operations.
Brake Pads, Calipers and Rotors
Check brake pads and rotors for
excessive wear; check brake rotors
for runout. Check brake calipers
for fluid leakage. Some models are
equipped with directional rotors.
When servicing these rotors, reinstall
at same location. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.