Maintenance Schedule
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.... Body Inspection WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to your Owner's Manual for looseness and damage. Air Conditioner Filter Replace as directed at which mileage/time intervals each service should perform these inspections. The scheduled maintenance log indicates at the maintenance interval you can perform yourself, see the "Service Procedures and Specifications" section of the maintenance services that many maintenance services should be performed. Ball Joints and Dust Covers Check...
.... Body Inspection WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to your Owner's Manual for looseness and damage. Air Conditioner Filter Replace as directed at which mileage/time intervals each service should perform these inspections. The scheduled maintenance log indicates at the maintenance interval you can perform yourself, see the "Service Procedures and Specifications" section of the maintenance services that many maintenance services should be performed. Ball Joints and Dust Covers Check...
Maintenance Schedule
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.... A qualified technician should perform these operations. E X P L A N AT I O N OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS Rack and Pinion Assembly Timing Belt Inspect the rack and pinion assembly or steering gear box for damage and uneven wear. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired immediately by a qualified technician immediately. When rotating tires, check for signs of engine, transmission, brakes and steering. Wheel Bearing and Drive Shaft Bushing Grease With the vehicle stopped, check for deterioration...
.... A qualified technician should perform these operations. E X P L A N AT I O N OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS Rack and Pinion Assembly Timing Belt Inspect the rack and pinion assembly or steering gear box for damage and uneven wear. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired immediately by a qualified technician immediately. When rotating tires, check for signs of engine, transmission, brakes and steering. Wheel Bearing and Drive Shaft Bushing Grease With the vehicle stopped, check for deterioration...
Maintenance Schedule
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... your vehicle. The dealership will verify performance of the tires and a vehicle road test. The first service is at 30 days and includes a body/chassis inspection, a check for fluid leaks and a vehicle road test. SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG Free Scheduled Maintenance Services The first two scheduled maintenance services for your Lexus are provided at the right. 30-Day Check Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 5,000-Mile/4-Month Service or 7,500-Mile/6-Month Service Dealer Service Verification...
... your vehicle. The dealership will verify performance of the tires and a vehicle road test. The first service is at 30 days and includes a body/chassis inspection, a check for fluid leaks and a vehicle road test. SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG Free Scheduled Maintenance Services The first two scheduled maintenance services for your Lexus are provided at the right. 30-Day Check Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 5,000-Mile/4-Month Service or 7,500-Mile/6-Month Service Dealer Service Verification...
Maintenance Schedule
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... if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier. 2 Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions:1 ❏ Inspect engine air filter ❏ Inspect nuts and bolts on unpaved or dusty roads. Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil3 ❏ Replace transfer case oil (RX 300)3 3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____...
... if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier. 2 Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions:1 ❏ Inspect engine air filter ❏ Inspect nuts and bolts on unpaved or dusty roads. Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil3 ❏ Replace transfer case oil (RX 300)3 3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____...
Maintenance Schedule
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals 7,500-Mile Maintenance Intervals 20,000 Miles or 16 Months ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle To determine the appropriate maintenance interval for your vehicle, see page 85. 25,000 Miles or 20 Months ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Brake...
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals 7,500-Mile Maintenance Intervals 20,000 Miles or 16 Months ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle To determine the appropriate maintenance interval for your vehicle, see page 85. 25,000 Miles or 20 Months ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Brake...
Maintenance Schedule
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...; Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage and boots ____Transmission, transfer case and ____differential oil See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer...
...; Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage and boots ____Transmission, transfer case and ____differential oil See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer...
Maintenance Schedule
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...; Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle To determine the appropriate maintenance interval for your vehicle, see page 85. 40,000 Miles or 32 Months ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Drive shaft boots Conditions:1 Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions:1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300...
...; Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle To determine the appropriate maintenance interval for your vehicle, see page 85. 40,000 Miles or 32 Months ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Drive shaft boots Conditions:1 Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions:1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300...
Maintenance Schedule
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... 470) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter3 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the following: ____Active height control system (LX 470) ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body (see page 114) ____Brake lines and hoses ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Differential oil ___Drive shaft boots ___Exhaust pipes and mountings ___Rack and pinion assembly ___Steering linkage...
... 470) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter3 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the following: ____Active height control system (LX 470) ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body (see page 114) ____Brake lines and hoses ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Differential oil ___Drive shaft boots ___Exhaust pipes and mountings ___Rack and pinion assembly ___Steering linkage...
Maintenance Schedule
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...; Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace limited-slip differential oil (RX 300) ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier. 2 ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket...
...; Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace limited-slip differential oil (RX 300) ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier. 2 ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket...
Maintenance Schedule
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... on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil4 ❏ Replace transfer case oil (RX 300)4 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 101 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 75,000 Miles or 60 Months 75,000 Miles or 60 Months ❏ Lubricate propeller shaft, re-torque bolts (LX 470) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LX 470) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the...
... on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil4 ❏ Replace transfer case oil (RX 300)4 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 101 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 75,000 Miles or 60 Months 75,000 Miles or 60 Months ❏ Lubricate propeller shaft, re-torque bolts (LX 470) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LX 470) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the...
Maintenance Schedule
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... and mountings Replace engine coolant Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace timing belt Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage and boots ____Transmission, transfer case and ____differential oil 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer or...
... and mountings Replace engine coolant Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace timing belt Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage and boots ____Transmission, transfer case and ____differential oil 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer or...
Maintenance Schedule
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... Conditions:1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Drive shaft boots ____Engine air filter ____Nuts and bolts on chassis and body ____Steering linkage and boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 97,500 Miles or 78 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (LX 470) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road...
... Conditions:1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Drive shaft boots ____Engine air filter ____Nuts and bolts on chassis and body ____Steering linkage and boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 97,500 Miles or 78 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (LX 470) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road...
Maintenance Schedule
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... on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil3 ❏ Replace transfer case oil (RX 300)3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 105 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 105,000 Miles or 84 Months 105,000 Miles or 84 Months ❏ Lubricate propeller shaft, re-torque bolts (LX 470) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LX 470) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the...
... on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil3 ❏ Replace transfer case oil (RX 300)3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 105 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG 105,000 Miles or 84 Months 105,000 Miles or 84 Months ❏ Lubricate propeller shaft, re-torque bolts (LX 470) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LX 470) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the...
Maintenance Schedule
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... linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Charcoal canister (LX 470)5 ____Drive belts ____Drive shaft boots ____Engine valves (audible) ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace limited-slip differential oil (RX 300) ❏ Replace spark plugs4 ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage...
... linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Charcoal canister (LX 470)5 ____Drive belts ____Drive shaft boots ____Engine valves (audible) ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace limited-slip differential oil (RX 300) ❏ Replace spark plugs4 ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage...
Maintenance Schedule
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... and mountings ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier. ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering...
... and mountings ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is operated primarily while towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier. ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering...
Owners Manual
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... automatically be set to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on when the driver's door is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. The light remains on the audio control panel. The mode can be reduced. However, the light goes out immediately when all the doors are locked or the ignition key is unlocked. " 1 12-hour display mode 2 24-hour display mode 3 Time setting mode (indication blinking) 4 Alarm...
... automatically be set to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on when the driver's door is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. The light remains on the audio control panel. The mode can be reduced. However, the light goes out immediately when all the doors are locked or the ignition key is unlocked. " 1 12-hour display mode 2 24-hour display mode 3 Time setting mode (indication blinking) 4 Alarm...
Owners Manual
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...front seat belt pretensioners have been activated, the seat belt retractors remain locked. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 101 The airbag sensor assembly consists of smoke-like gas may be released. This means the front seat belt pretensioners are controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, side airbag sensors, front seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" on when the ignition key...
...front seat belt pretensioners have been activated, the seat belt retractors remain locked. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 101 The airbag sensor assembly consists of smoke-like gas may be released. This means the front seat belt pretensioners are controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, side airbag sensors, front seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" on when the ignition key...
Owners Manual
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... replacement is required. The brake pad wear limit indicators on the other rear wheel. Four-wheel drive models with limited-slip rear differential: If one wheel - Expensive rotor damage can ask your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to the wheels on your Lexus dealer. If you can result if the pads are not replaced when needed. either front or rear - CAUTION Do not start or run the engine...
... replacement is required. The brake pad wear limit indicators on the other rear wheel. Four-wheel drive models with limited-slip rear differential: If one wheel - Expensive rotor damage can ask your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to the wheels on your Lexus dealer. If you can result if the pads are not replaced when needed. either front or rear - CAUTION Do not start or run the engine...
Owners Manual
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.../provincial or local regulations. If they do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with federal, state/provincial and local regulations. D Check that it cannot shift. For this information, please refer to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first 800 km (500 miles) of the turn signals and stop lights each time you do not, install required rear view mirrors appropriate for...
.../provincial or local regulations. If they do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with federal, state/provincial and local regulations. D Check that it cannot shift. For this information, please refer to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first 800 km (500 miles) of the turn signals and stop lights each time you do not, install required rear view mirrors appropriate for...
Owners Manual
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... / Maintenance Schedule".) See "Rotating tires" on page 280. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood when the primary latch is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged. 248 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Lights Make sure the headlight, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for a while. Steering wheel Check that all latches lock securely. Check that the head restraints move up and down rear...
... / Maintenance Schedule".) See "Rotating tires" on page 280. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood when the primary latch is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged. 248 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Lights Make sure the headlight, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for a while. Steering wheel Check that all latches lock securely. Check that the head restraints move up and down rear...