Introduction
GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE
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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
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 fluid
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