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6-3. Maintenance
4 A message will be displayed on the
multi-information display when the
reset procedure has been completed.
What about do-it-yourself mainte-
nance?
Many of the maintenance items are easy to
do yourself if you have a little mechanical
ability and a few basic automotive tools.
Simple instructions for how to perform
them are presented in this section.
Note, however, that some maintenance
tasks require special tools and skills. These
are best performed by qualified techni-
cians. Even if you are an experienced
do-it-yourself mechanic, we recommend
that repairs and maintenance be con-
ducted by your Lexus dealer who will keep
a record of maintenance on your vehicle.
This record could be helpful should you
ever require Warranty Service.
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Does your vehicle need repairs?
Be on the alert for changes in performance
and sounds, and visual tip-offs that indicate
service is needed. Some important clues
are:
●
Engine missing, stumbling or pinging
●
Appreciable loss of power
●
Strange engine noises
●
A fluid leak under the vehicle (However,
water dripping from the air conditioning
system after use is normal.)
●
Change in exhaust sound (This may indi-
cate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak.
Drive with the windows open and have
the exhaust system checked immedi-
ately.)
●
Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal
when cornering, uneven tire wear
●
Vehicle pulls to one side when driven
straight on a level road
●
Strange noises related to suspension
movement
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Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feel-
ing brake pedal, pedal almost touches the
floor, vehicle pulls to one side when brak-
ing
●
Engine coolant temperature continually
higher than normal (P.96)
If you notice any of these clues, take your
vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or
repair.
Do-it-yourself maintenance
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