fuel Lexus ES350 2011 Scheduled Maintenance Guide

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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:

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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
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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
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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.