brake fluid Lexus ES350 2011 Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Introduction
GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE
MAINTENANCE
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In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your Lexus requires ongoing general
maintenance such as fluid checks and
visual inspections. The recommended
guidelines for inspections are listed
below. Please refer to the “Mainte
nance” section of the
Owner’s Manual
for a detailed description of inspec
tion procedures.
Every30 Days
At least once every 30 days, perform
these inspections:
•Check engine oil level using
the dipstick
•Visually check engine coolant
level on the seethrough
reservoir
•Visually check brake fluid level
on the seethrough reservoir
•Visually check power steering
fluid level on the seethrough
reservoir (ES)
•Visually check condition of
battery
•Check level of windshield
washer fluid
•Check tire pressure
•Check tires for damage
and wear
When Cleaning the Interior
•Remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur
faces with a soft cloth dampened
with warm water.
•When cleaning carpet or cloth
interior, remove dirt and dust
with a vacuum cleaner. Apply afoamingtype carpet cleaner
with a sponge or brush, allowing
cleaner to work for a few min
utes to loosen dirt. Continue by
rubbing carpet or cloth interior
in a circular motion. Wipe off any
excess cleaner with a clean cloth.
If any dirt remains, repeat process.
Best results are obtained by
keeping carpet and cloth interior
as dry as possible.
•When cleaning leather interior,
removedirtand dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Using a sponge,
apply a small amount of neutral
wool detergent mixed in water,
rubbing in a circular motion.
Wipe off any excess detergent
and let leather dry in an openair
location.

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled MaintenanceLog51
36 Months or 30,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of brake rotors
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
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Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Engine coolant (see page 69)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, LS)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled MaintenanceLog55
72 Months or 60,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of
brake rotors
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Drive belt
___Engine coolant (see page 69)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel
tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace transmission fluid (ES only; use type ATFWS or equivalent)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, LS)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS 350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
2Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.
Replace Smart Key battery
Replace spark plugs (GS, LS)2
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled MaintenanceLog59
108 Months or 90,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of
brake rotors
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Drive belt
___Engine coolant (see page 69)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel
tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, LS)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS 350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled MaintenanceLog63
144 Months or 120,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of
brake rotors
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Drive belt
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel
tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace transmission fluid (ES only; use type ATFWS or equivalent)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, LS)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
2Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.
Replace Smart Key battery
Replace spark plugs2(for ES 350, use
Denso FK20HR11 plugs or equivalent)
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled MaintenanceLog67
180 Months or 150,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and runout of
brake rotors
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Drive belt
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, LS)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS350 AWD, LS 460 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:
Replace engine coolant (see page 69)
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled MaintenanceLog68
The following descriptions are provid
ed to give you a better understanding
of the maintenance services that
should be performed on your vehicle.
The scheduled maintenance log indi
cates at which time/mileage intervals
each service should be performed.
Please note that many maintenance
services should be performed only
by a qualified technician.
Air Conditioner Filter
Clean or replace at specified inter
vals. Morefrequent cleaning or
replacement may be required when
driving in dusty conditions, heavy traf
fic areas, urban areas, desertareas or
dirt roads. Refer to your
Owner’s
Manual
for service details.
Axle Shaft Boots
Check the axle shaftboots 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.
Body Inspection
Visually check for corrosion, scratch
es and other damage. Check outer
body panels, inner panels of the hood
and doors, and underneath the vehi
cle. Apply touchup paint to any chips
and scratches or have them repaired
by a qualified technician.
Brake Fluid
Replace using fluid type specified
in your
Owner’s Manual.A qualified
technician should perform this
operation.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation.
Check for chafing, cracks, deteriora
tion and signs of leakage. Replace
any deteriorated or damaged parts.
A qualified technician should perform
these operations.
For further information on
maintenance services that you
can perform yourself, see the
maintenance sections of your
Owner’s Manual.

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled MaintenanceLog69
Brake Pads, Calipers and Rotors
Check brake pads and rotors for
excessive wear; check brake rotors
for runout. Check brake calipers for
fluid leakage. Some models are
equipped with directional rotors.
When servicing these rotors, reinstall
at same location. A qualified techni
cian should perform these operations.
See inside front cover for additional
brake information.
Differential Oil
Inspect each differential component
for signs of leakage. If you discover
any leakage, have it repaired immedi
ately bya qualified technician. Refer
to your
Owner’sManualfor fluid
specifications.
Drive Belt
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear
and oiliness. Check the belt tension
and adjust if necessary. Replace the
belt if it is damaged.
Driver’s Floor Mat
•
Only use the driver’s floor mat
designed specifically for the
model and model year of your
vehicle, such as Lexus Genuine
floor mats.
•Always properly secure the dri
ver’s floor mat using the retaining
hooks.
•Never install another floor mat
on top of the existing driver’s
floor mat.
•Never install the driver’s floor
mat upside down.
Engine Air Filter
Check for excessive dirt, damage and
oiliness. Replace if necessary.
Engine Coolant
When inspecting, visually check
the engine coolant level on the see
through reservoir. Add coolant as
necessary. When replacing, drain
and flush the cooling system and refill
with coolant. Always use Genuine
Toyota Super LongLife Coolant or
similar highquality nonsilicate, non
amine, nonnitrate, nonborate ethyl
eneglycol coolant with longlife
hybrid organic acid technology (i.e., a combination of low phosphates and
organic acids). Check that the radia
tor is not blocked with leaves, dirt or
insects and clean if necessary. Also
check the hose connections for cor
rosion and condition of installation. A qualified technician should perform
these operations.

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled MaintenanceLog70
Note:Initial replacement is at 120
months/100,000 miles. Replace
every 60 months/50,000 miles
thereafter.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter and drain and
refill the engine oil at specified intervals. For recommended oil grade
and viscosity, refer to your
Owner’s
Manual
.The vehicle is equipped with
a replaceable oilfilter element and
oilfilter cap Oring; replace both at
each oil change. For instructions on
how to reset the reminder light, refer
to your
Owner’s Manual.
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks,
deterioration and damage. Start
the engine and listen carefully for
any exhaust leakage. Tighten connec
tions and replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel
Tank Band and Fuel Tank Vapor
Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, dam
age, cracks, and loose or leaking
connections. Tighten connections
and replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterio
ration and damage and replace if
necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis
Check that tightness of the seat
mounting bolts and front/rear suspen
sionmember retaining bolts matches
torque measurements specified in the
Repair Manual.
Power Steering Fluid (ES)
When inspecting, visually check the
power steering fluid level on the see
through reservoir. Add fluid as neces
sary. For fluid specifications, refer to
your
Owner's Manual.
Rack and Pinion Assembly
Inspect the rack and pinion assembly
for signs of leakage, damage and
loose electrical connections. Tighten
connections and if you discover any
leakage or damage, have it repaired
immediately by a qualified technician.
Road Test
While driving the vehicle, check for
proper operation of engine, transmis
sion, brakes and steering. Also check
the parking brake, and check for
abnormal noise or vibration from any
part of the vehicle.