transmission LEXUS RX350 2011 Owner's Manual

Basic Warranty
This warranty covers repairs and
adjustments needed to correct
defects in materials or workmanship
of any part supplied by Lexus, subject
to the exceptions indicated under
“What Is Not Covered” on pages
19–20.
Coverage is for 48 months or
50,000 miles, whichever occurs first,
with the exception of wheel alignment
and wheel balancing, which are cov-
ered for 12 months or 20,000 miles,
whichever occurs first.
Powertrain Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed
to correct defects in materials or
workmanship of any component listed
here and supplied by Lexus, subject to
the exceptions indicated under “What
Is Not Covered” on pages 19–20.
Coverage is for 72 months or
70,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Engine
Cylinder block and head and all
internal parts, timing belt and cover,
flywheel, oil pan, water pump, fuel
pump, engine mounts, engine control
computer, seals and gaskets.
Transmission and Transaxle
Case and all internal parts, torque
converter, clutch cover, mounts,
engine control computer, seals and
gaskets.
Front-Wheel-Drive System
Drive shaft, axle, hub, bearings, seals
and gaskets.
Rear-Wheel-Drive System
Differential carrier assembly, drive
shaft, axle carrier, axle case, axle
bearing, axle shaft, seals and gaskets.
Restraint Systems Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed
to correct defects in materials or
workmanship of any seatbelt or air
bag system supplied by Lexus, subject
to the exceptions indicated under
“What Is Not Covered” on pages
19–20.
Coverage is for 72 months or
70,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
For vehicles sold and registered in
Kansas, the warranty for seatbelts and
related components is 10 years,
regardless of mileage.
WHAT IS COVERED
AND HOW LONG
Your Warranties in Detail18
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
W ARRANTY
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These warranty obligations do not
apply to failures or noncompliance
caused by:
•The use of replacement parts
not certified in accordance with
aftermarket parts certification
regulations.
•The use of replacement parts not
equivalent in quality or design to
original equipment parts.
Provisions under the “What Is Not
Covered” section of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty also apply to this
warranty.
The parts listed here are covered for
seven years or 70,000 miles from the
vehicle’s in-service date, whichever
occurs first.
Air/Fuel Metering System
•Engine control computer
(engine control module)
•Throttle body
Air Induction System
•Intake manifold and intake air
surge tank
Catalyst System
•Exhaust center pipe (including
catalytic converter)
•Exhaust manifold (including
manifold converter)
Evaporative Control System
•Fuel tank
Ignition System
•Knock sensor
Other Parts Used in Above
Systems
•Transmission solenoid
•Wire transmission (including
temperature sensor)
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
PARTS LIST: LONG-TERM
EMISSION DEFECT
WARRANTY
Your Warranties in Detail30
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
W ARRANTY
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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.
Every 30 Days
At least once every 30 days, perform
these inspections:
•Check engine oil level using
the dipstick
•Visually check engine coolant
level on the see-through
reservoir
•Visually check brake fluid level
on the see-through reservoir
•Visually check condition of
battery
•Check level of windshield
washer fluid
•Check tire pressure
•Check tires for damage
and wear
•Check installation of driver’s
floor mat
After a Car Wash
•Check installation of driver’s
floor mat
After Off-Road Driving
Whenever you drive off-road through
deep sand, mud or water, perform
these inspections daily:
•Check axle shaft boots
•Check ball joints and dust covers
•Check brake lines and hoses
•Check brake pads/rotors and
parking brake linings/drums
•Check differential oil
•Check engine air filter
•Check nuts and bolts on chassis
•Check steering linkage and
boots
•Check transfer case oil
(AWD models)
•Check transmission fluid
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG

MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log5 1
36 Months or 30,000 Miles
R eplace engine oil with 0W-20 oil; replace oil filter
Reset maintenance reminder light
Rotate tires
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaft (AWD)
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
___Brake rotor thickness and runout
___Engine coolant (see page 70)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent s y stem hoses
If you drive primarily under either of these special operating conditions, perform these
additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier or heavy vehicle loading:
R eplace rear differential oil (AWD)
Replace transfer case oil (AWD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis ___F uel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage R eplace Smart Key batter y
V isually inspect brake pads, caliper s
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
Date: ___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG

MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log55
7 2 Months or 60,000 Miles
R eplace engine oil with 0W-20 oil; replace oil filter
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaft (AWD)
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Replace Smart Key batter y
R eset maintenance reminder light
Inspect the following:
___ Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Brake rotor thickness and runout
___Drive belt
s
___ Engine coolant (see page 70)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel t ank band
and fuel t ank vapor vent s y stem hoses
If you drive primarily under either of these special operating conditions, perform these
additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier or heavy vehicle loading:
R eplace rear differential oil (AWD)
Replace transfer case oil (AWD)
Replace transmission fluid
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis ___F uel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage Rot ate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, caliper s
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
Date: ___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG

MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log59
108 Months or 90,000 Miles
R eplace engine oil with 0W-20 oil; replace oil filter
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaft (AWD)
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Replace Smart Key battery
Reset maintenance reminder light
Inspect the following:
___ Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Brake rotor thickness and runout
___Drive belt
___Engine coolant (see page 70)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel t ank band
and fuel tank vapor vent s y stem hoses
If you drive primarily under either of these special operating conditions, perform these
additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier or heavy vehicle loading:
R eplace rear differential oil (AWD)
Replace transfer case oil (AWD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis ___F uel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage Rot ate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, caliper s
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
Date: ___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG

MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log63
144 Months or 120,000 Miles
R eplace engine oil with 0W-20 oil; replace oil filter
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaft (AWD)
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Replace Smart Key batter y
R eplace spark plugs (use Denso FK20HR11 plugs
or equivalent) 1
Inspect the following:
___ Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Brake rotor thickness and runout
___Drive belt
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent s y stem hoses
If you drive primarily under either of these special operating conditions, perform these
additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier or heavy vehicle loading:
R eplace rear differential oil (AWD)
Replace transfer case oil (AWD)
Replace transmission fluid
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis ___F uel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage R eset maintenance reminder light
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, caliper s
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
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Requir ed under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.
Date: ___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG

MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log67
180 Months or 150,000 Miles
R eplace engine oil with 0W-20 oil; replace oil filter
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaft (AWD)
Replace air conditioner filter
Replace brake fluid
Replace engine air filter
Replace engine coolant (see page 70)
Replace Smart Key batter y
Inspect the following:
___ Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Brake rotor thickness and runout
___Drive belt
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent s y stem hoses
If you drive primarily under either of these special operating conditions, perform these
additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier or heavy vehicle loading:
R eplace rear differential oil (AWD)
Replace transfer case oil (AWD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis ___F uel tank cap gasket
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage R eset maintenance reminder light
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, caliper s
and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
Date: ___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
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EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log72
Timing Chain
The timing chain requires no periodic
inspection.
Tire-Pressure Warning Sensors
A tire-pressure sensor is mounted on
each full-size wheel. These sensors
do not require periodic maintenance.
When a sensor’s long-life lithium bat-
tery becomes discharged, the battery
should be replaced by a qualified
technician following procedures in
Lexus service and repair publications.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according
to the instructions in your Owner’s
Manual. When rotating tires, check
tire pressure and check tires for dam-
age and uneven wear. If the spare is
not rotated, check the condition and
pressure of the spare.
Transfer Case Oil
Check for correct oil level and
inspect each component for signs of
leakage. If you discover any leakage,
have it repaired immediately by a
qualified technician. For correct oil,
refer to your Owner’s Manual.
Transmission
The transmission and transmission
fluid are a completely sealed unit.
Therefore, periodic checks and
replacement of the transmission fluid
are not required, and there is no dip-
stick on the transmission. Any repairs
that require adding or replacing fluid
should be performed by a qualified
technician following precedures in
Lexus service and repair publications.
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INDEX
Timing chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Tire inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 72
Tire-pressure warning sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Tires, warranty coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Transfer case oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 72
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 72
Travel protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Warranty coverages
Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
California Emission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28–33
Corrosion perforation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 9
Coverages at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 5
Federal Emission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22–27
General provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 6–1 7
Powertrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 8
Restraint systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 8
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 9
What is not covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 1 9–21, 23, 3 0
*See scheduled maintenance log for maintenance interval.
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