INTRODUCTION
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DO−IT−YOURSELF SERVICE
PRECAUTIONS
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure given in this Section.
You should be aware that improper or incomplete servicing
may result in operating problems.
Performing do−it−yourself maintenance during the warranty
period may affect your warranty coverage. Read the separate
Lexus Warranty statement for details and suggestions.
This Section gives instructions only for those items that are
relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in
Section 5, there are still a number of items that must be
performed by a qualified technician with special tools.
For information on tools and parts for do−it−yourself
maintenance, see “Parts and tools” on page 498.
Utmost care should be taken when working on your vehicle to
prevent accidental injury. Here are a few precautions that you
should be especially careful to observe:
CAUTION
D When the engine is running, keep hands, clothing,
and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive
belt. (Removing rings, watches, and ties is
advisable.)
D Right after driving, the engine compartment — the
engine, radiator, exhaust manifold and power
steering fluid reservoir, etc. — will be hot. So be
careful not to touch them. Oil, other fluids and spark
plugs may also be hot.
D If the engine is hot, do not remove the radiator cap or
loosen the drain plugs to prevent burning yourself.
D Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as
paper or rags, in the engine compartment.
D Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames
around fuel or the battery. Their fumes are
flammable.
D Do not get under your vehicle with just the body jack
supporting it. Always use automotive jack stands or
other solid supports.
D Be sure that the ignition is off if you work near the
electric cooling fan or radiator grille. With the
ignition on, the electric cooling fan will automatically
start to run if the air conditioning is on.
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