check engine Lexus ES350 2011 Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Introduction
GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE
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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
6Months or 5,000 Miles1
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires2
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: ________ Mileage: ________
Notes:
12 Months or 10,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires2
Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(LS 460 with Sport Package)
Replace air conditioner filter (LS)
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaftboots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: ________ Mileage: ________
Notes:
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1This service is complimentary when performed by an authorized Lexus dealership.2Applies tomodels with same size front and rear tires and wheels.

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18 Months or 15,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
Rotate tires2
Clean air conditioner filter (ES, GS)
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
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
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Inspect engine air filter
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD,
LS 460 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, LS)
___Steering linkage and boots
Date:___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
Notes:

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
24 Months or 20,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(LS 460 with Sport Package)
Replace air conditioner filter (LS)
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaftboots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
30 Months or 25,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires1
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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1Applies tomodels with same size front and rear tires and wheels.

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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
Roadtest vehicle
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
42 Months or 35,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires1
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
48 Months or 40,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(LS 460 with Sport Package)
Replace air conditioner filter (LS)
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaftboots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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1Applies tomodels with same size front and rear tires and wheels.

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54 Months or 45,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
Rotate tires1
Clean air conditioner filter (ES, GS)
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
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
Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Inspect engine air filter
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD,
LS 460 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, LS)
___Steering linkage and boots
Date: _____________________________ Mileage: ____________________________
Notes:

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
60 Months or 50,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(LS 460 with Sport Package)
Replace air conditioner filter (LS)
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaftboots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
66 Months or 55,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires1
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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1Applies tomodels with same size front and rear tires and wheels.

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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
Roadtest vehicle

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
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78 Months or 65,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires1
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
84 Months or 70,000 Miles
Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light
Rotate tires1
Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(LS 460 with Sport Package)
Replace air conditioner filter (LS)
Replace Smart Key battery
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Roadtest vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirtroads or dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaftboots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)
Date: _________ Mileage: _________
Notes:
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1Applies tomodels with same size front and rear tires and wheels.