Explanation Of Maintenance Items; Axle Shaft Boots - Lexus 2014 RX 450h 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.
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Scheduled Maintenance Log
Battery: 12-Volt (Auxiliary
Battery)
The original-equipment 12-volt
battery, located on the left side of
the cargo compartment, is a sealed,
maintenance-free special-application
battery that is different from a
conventional automotive battery.
Replacement batteries are available
from your Lexus dealership.
Battery: Hybrid (Traction
Battery)
The hybrid battery is a NiMH (nickel
metal hydride) compact, high-output
battery. This battery does not require
regular maintenance. However, 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 10 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.
Any repairs to the hybrid battery or
hybrid system should be performed
by a qualified technician following
procedures in Lexus service and
repair publications. Please refer to
the important safety precautions on
the inside front cover of this booklet.