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5-5. Using the other interior features
it. Repeat this sequence
(press/hold/release) up to 3 times
to complete programming.
If the garage door opener motor
operates when the HomeLink
®
button is pressed, the garage door
opener motor recognizes the
HomeLink
®
signal.
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Enabling 2-way communication
with a garage door (only available
for compatible devices)
When enabled, 2-way communication
allows you to check the status of the
opening and closing of a garage door
through indicators in your vehicle.
2-way communication is only available
if the garage door opener motor used
is a compatible device. (To check
device compatibility, refer to
www.homelink.com.)
1
Within 5 seconds after program-
ming the garage door opener has
been completed, if the garage door
opener motor is trained to
HomeLink
®
, both garage door
operation indicators will flash rap-
idly (green) and the light on the
garage door opener motor will
blink twice, indicating that 2-way
communication is enabled.
If the indicators do not flash, perform
2
and
3
within the first 10 presses of the
HomeLink
®
button after programming
has been completed.
2
Press a programmed HomeLink
®
button to operate a garage door.
3
Within 1 minute of pressing the
HomeLink
®
button, after the
garage door operation has
stopped, press the “Learn” or
“Smart” button on the garage door
opener motor. Within 5 seconds of
the establishment of 2-way com-
munication with the garage door
opener, both garage door opera-
tion indicators in the vehicle will
flash rapidly (green) and the light
on the garage door opener motor
will blink twice, indicating that 2-
way communication is enabled.
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Reprogramming a single
HomeLink
®
button
When the following procedure is per-
formed, buttons which already have
devices registered to them can be
overwritten:
1
With one hand, press and hold the
desired HomeLink
®
button.
2
When the HomeLink
®
indicator
starts flashing (orange), continue to
hold the HomeLink
®
button and
perform “Programming
HomeLink
®
”
1
(it takes 20 sec-
onds for the HomeLink
®
indicator
to start flashing).
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Before programming
●
Install a new battery in the transmitter.
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atures
●
The battery side of the transmitter must
be pointed away from the HomeLink
®
.
Press the appropriate HomeLink
®
button. The HomeLink
®
indicator light
should turn on.
The status of the opening and closing
of a garage door is shown by the indi-
cators.
Opening
Closing
This function is only available if the garage
door opener motor used is a compatible
device. (To check device compatibility,
refer to www.homelink.com.)
The indicators can operate within
approximately 820 ft. (250 m) of the
garage door. However, if there are
obstructions between the garage door
and the vehicle, such as houses and
trees, feedback signals from the
garage door may not be received.
To recall the previous door operation
status, press and release either
HomeLink
®
buttons
and
or
and
simulta-
neously. The last recorded status will
be displayed for 3 seconds.
Press and hold the 2 outside buttons
for 10 seconds until the HomeLink
®
indicator light changes from continu-
ously lit (orange) to rapidly flashing
(green).
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the
programs stored in the HomeLink
®
mem-
ory.
Operating HomeLink
®
Color
Status
Orange (flashing)
Currently open-
ing/closing
Green
Opening/closing
has completed
Red (flashing)
Feedback signals
cannot be received
A
B
Erasing the entire HomeLink
®
memory (all three codes)
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*
: If equipped
To turn the compass on or off, press
and hold the button for more than 3
seconds.
Directions are displayed as follows:
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Conditions unfavorable to correct
operation
The compass may not show the correct
direction in the following conditions:
●
The vehicle is stopped immediately after
turning.
●
The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
●
The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s
magnetic field is subject to interference
by artificial magnetic fields (underground
car park/parking lot, under a steel tower,
between buildings, roof car park/parking
lot, near an intersection, near a large
vehicle, etc.).
●
The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near
the inside rear view mirror.)
●
The 12-volt battery has been discon-
nected.
●
A door is open.
Compass
*
The compass on the inside rear
view mirror indicates the direction
in which the vehicle is heading.
Operation and displays
Display
Direction
“N”
North
“NE”
Northeast
“E”
East
“SE”
Southeast
“S”
South
“SW”
Southwest
“W”
West
“NW”
Northwest
WARNING
■
While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Adjust the dis-
play only when the vehicle is stopped.
NOTICE
■
To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal
objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause the compass sen-
sor to malfunction.
■
To ensure normal operation of the
compass
●
Do not perform a circling calibration
of the compass in a place where the
earth’s magnetic field is subject to
interference by artificial magnetic
fields.
●
During calibration, do not operate
electric systems (moon roof, power
windows, etc.) as they may interfere
with the calibration.
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Deviation
The direction display deviates from the
true direction determined by the
earth’s magnetic field. The amount of
deviation varies depending on the geo-
graphic position of the vehicle.
If you cross over one of the map boundar-
ies shown in illustration, the compass will
deviate.
To obtain higher precision or perfect cali-
bration, refer to “Deviation calibration”.
■
Deviation calibration
1
Stop the vehicle.
2
Press and hold the button for 6 sec-
onds. A number (1 to 15) appears
on the compass display.
3
Referring to the map above, press
the button to select the number of
the zone you are in.
If the direction is displayed several seconds
after adjustment, the calibration is com-
plete.
■
Circling calibration
1
Stop the vehicle in a place where it
is safe to drive in a circle.
2
Press and hold the button for 9 sec-
onds.
“C” appears on the compass display.
3
Drive the vehicle at 5 mph (8
km/h) or less in a circle until a
direction is displayed.
Calibrating the compass
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If there is not enough space to drive in a
circle, drive around the block until a direc-
tion is displayed.
WARNING
■
When doing the circling calibration
Secure a wide space, and watch out for
people and vehicles in the vicinity. Do not
violate any local traffic rules while per-
forming circling calibration.
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Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehi-
cle exterior. . . . . . . .
Cleaning and protecting the vehi-
cle interior . . . . . . . . .
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements ...
General maintenance. . . ...
Emission inspection and mainte-
nance (I/M) programs . . ..
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precau-
tions. . . . . . . . . . . ...
Hood. . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning a floor jack. . . .
Engine compartment. . . .
12-volt battery. . . . . . . .
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire inflation pressure. . . ..
Wheels. . . . . . . . . . ...
Air conditioning filter. . . ...
Cleaning the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) air intake vent and
filter . . . . . . . . . . . ..
Electronic key battery. . . .
Checking and replacing fuses
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight aim. . . . . . . ..
Light bulbs. . . . . . . . .
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6-1. Maintenance and care
6-1.Maintenance and care
Working from top to bottom, liber-
ally apply water to the vehicle body,
wheel wells and underside of the
vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a
sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
For hard-to-remove marks, use car
wash soap and rinse thoroughly with
water.
Wipe away any water.
Wax the vehicle when the water-
proof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface,
apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.
■
Self-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coat-
ing that is resistant to small surface
scratches caused in a car wash etc.
●
The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from
when the vehicle is delivered from the
plant.
●
The restoration time differs depending on
the depth of the scratch and outside tem-
perature.
The restoration time may become
shorter when the coating is warmed by
applying warm water.
●
Deep scratches caused by keys, coins,
etc. cannot be restored.
●
Do not use wax that contain abrasives.
■
Automatic car washes
●
Before washing the vehicle:
• Fold the mirrors
• Turn off the power trunk lid (if equipped)
Start washing from the front of the vehicle.
Make sure to extend the mirrors before
driving.
●
Brushes used in automatic car washes
may scratch the vehicle surface, parts
(wheel, etc.) and harm your vehicle’s
paint.
●
Rear spoiler may not be washable in
some automatic car washes. There may
also be an increased risk of damage to
vehicle.
■
High pressure car washes
As water may enter the cabin, do not bring
the nozzle tip near the gaps around the
doors or perimeter of windows, or spray
these areas continuously.
■
Notes for the smart access system with
push-button start
If the door handle becomes wet while the
electronic key is within the effective range,
the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In
that case, follow the following correction
procedures to wash the vehicle:
●
Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or
more separate from the vehicle while the
vehicle is being washed. (Take care to
ensure that the key is not stolen.)
●
Set the electronic key to battery-saving
mode to disable the smart access system
with push-button start. (
■
Wheels and wheel ornaments
●
Remove any dirt immediately by using a
neutral detergent.
●
Wash detergent off with water immedi-
ately after use.
●
To protect the paint from damage, make
sure to observe the following precau-
tions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive
detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels
when they are hot, such as after driving or
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior
Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.
Cleaning instructions
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parking in hot weather
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Brake pads and calipers
Rust may form if the vehicle is parked with
wet brake pads or disc rotors, causing them
to stick. Before parking the vehicle after it is
washed, drive slowly and apply the brakes
several times to dry the parts.
■
Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■
Front side windows water-repellent
coating
The following precautions can extend the
effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-
ing.
●
Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side
windows regularly.
●
Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate
on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp
cloth as soon as possible.
●
Do not use wax or glass cleaners that
contain abrasives when cleaning the win-
dows.
●
Do not use any metallic objects to
remove condensation build up.
■
Plated portions
If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as
follows:
●
Use a soft cloth dampened with an
approximately 5% solution of neutral
detergent and water to clean the dirt off.
●
Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to
remove any remaining moisture.
●
To remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet
wipes or a similar product.
WARNING
■
When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the
engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to
catch fire.
■
When cleaning the windshield (vehi-
cles with rain-sensing windshield wip-
ers)
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in hands
being caught or other serious injuries
and cause damage to the wiper blades.
Off
AUTO
●
When the upper part of the windshield
where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●
When a wet rag or similar is held close
to the raindrop sensor
●
If something bumps against the wind-
shield
●
If you directly touch the raindrop sen-
sor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
■
Precautions regarding the exhaust
pipes
As exhaust gases cause the exhaust
pipes to become quite hot, do not touch
the exhaust pipes while the hybrid system
is operating or immediately after the
hybrid system is turned off.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not
to touch the exhaust pipes until they have
cooled sufficiently, as touching hot
exhaust pipes can cause burns.
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WARNING
■
Precaution regarding the rear
bumper with Blind Spot Monitor
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped
or scratched, the system may malfunc-
tion. If this occurs, consult your Lexus
dealer.
NOTICE
■
To prevent paint deterioration and
corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
●
Wash the vehicle immediately in the
following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar, pollen or tree sap is present
on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or
bird droppings are present on the
paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated
with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled
with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline
are spilled on the paint surface
●
If the paint is chipped or scratched,
have it repaired immediately.
●
To prevent the wheels from corroding,
remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the
wheels.
■
Cleaning the exterior lights
●
Wash carefully. Do not use organic
substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the
lights.
●
Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the
lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■
When using an automatic car wash
(vehicles with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate and the wiper blades
may be damaged.
■
When using a high pressure car wash
●
When washing the vehicle, do not
spray the camera or its surrounding
area directly with a high pressure
washer. Shock applied from high pres-
sure water may cause the device to not
operate normally.
●
Do not spray water directly on the
radar which is equipped behind the
emblem. Otherwise it may cause the
device to be damaged.
●
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to
boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following
parts. The parts may be damaged if
they come into contact with high-pres-
sure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts
●
Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 11.9
in. (30 cm) away from the vehicle
body. Otherwise resin section, such as
moldings and bumpers, may be
deformed and damaged. Also, do not
continuously hold the nozzle in the
same place.
●
Do not spray the lower part of the
windshield continuously.
If water enters the air conditioning sys-
tem intake located near the lower part
of the windshield, the air conditioning
system may not operate correctly.
●
Do not wash the underside of the vehi-
cle using a high pressure car washer.
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Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces
with a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water.
If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off
with a soft cloth dampened with
neutral detergent diluted to approx-
imately 1%.
Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and
water.
■
Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-
type cleaners available. Use a sponge or
brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping
circles. Do not use water. Wipe dirty sur-
faces and let them dry. Excellent results are
obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as
possible.
■
Handling the seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water
using a cloth or sponge. Also check the
belts periodically for excessive wear, fray-
ing or cuts.
■
When cleaning the carpeted portions of
the glove box, console box, etc.
If a strong adhesive tape is used, there is a
possibility that the surface of the carpet
could be damaged.
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior
Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.
Protecting the vehicle interior
WARNING
■
Water in the vehicle
●
Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehi-
cle, such as on the floor, on the rear
seats, in the hybrid battery (traction
battery) air vents, and in the trunk.
(
Doing so may cause the hybrid bat-
tery, electrical components, etc. to
malfunction or catch fire.
●
Do not get any of the SRS components
or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(
An electrical malfunction may cause
the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious
injury.
●
Vehicles with wireless charger: Do not
let the wireless charger (
P.285) get
wet. Failure to do so may cause the
charger to become hot and cause
burns or could cause electric shock
resulting in death or serious injury.
■
Cleaning the interior (especially
instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner.
The instrument panel may reflect off the
windshield, obstructing the driver’s view
and leading to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■
Cleaning detergents
●
Do not use the following types of
detergent, as they may discolor the
vehicle interior or cause streaks or
damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic sub-
stances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and
bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions,
such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
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Remove dirt using a water-damp-
ened soft cloth or synthetic chamois.
Wipe the surface with a dry soft
cloth to remove any remaining
moisture.
■
Cleaning the areas with satin-finish
metal accents
The metal areas use a layer of real metal for
the surface. It is necessary to clean them
regularly. If dirty areas are left uncleaned
for long periods of time, they may be diffi-
cult to clean.
Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner.
Wipe off any excess dirt and dust
with a soft cloth dampened with
diluted detergent.
Use a diluted water solution of approxi-
mately 5% neutral wool detergent.
Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off all
remaining traces of detergent.
Wipe the surface with a dry soft
cloth to remove any remaining
moisture. Allow the leather to dry in
a shaded and ventilated area.
■
Caring for leather areas
Lexus recommends cleaning the interior of
the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain
the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
NOTICE
●
Do not use polish wax or polish
cleaner. The instrument panel’s or
other interior part’s painted surface
may be damaged.
■
Preventing damage to leather sur-
faces
Observe the following precautions to
avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
●
Remove any dust or dirt from leather
surfaces immediately.
●
Do not expose the vehicle to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, espe-
cially during summer.
●
Do not place items made of vinyl, plas-
tic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather
surface if the vehicle interior heats up
significantly.
■
Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio sys-
tem may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components such
as the audio system above or under the
floor of the vehicle. Water may also
cause the body to rust.
■
When cleaning the inside of the wind-
shield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the
lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(
■
Cleaning the inside of the rear win-
dow
●
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the
rear window, as this may cause dam-
age to the rear window defogger
heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth
dampened with lukewarm water to
gently wipe the window clean. Wipe
the window in strokes running parallel
to the heater wires or antenna.
●
Be careful not to scratch or damage
the heater wires or antenna.
Cleaning the areas with satin-
finish metal accents
Cleaning the leather areas
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Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner.
Wipe it off with a soft cloth damp-
ened with neutral detergent diluted
to approximately 1%.
Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and
water.
Cleaning the synthetic leather
areas
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6-2.Maintenance
■
Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts
be used for repairs to ensure performance
of each system. If non-Lexus parts are used
in replacement or if a repair shop other than
a Lexus dealer performs repairs, confirm
the warranty coverage.
■
Allow inspection and repairs to be per-
formed by a Lexus dealer
●
Lexus technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up to date with the
latest service information. They are well
informed about the operations of all sys-
tems on your vehicle.
●
Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves
that the maintenance that has been per-
formed is under warranty coverage. If
any problem should arise while your vehi-
cle is under warranty, your Lexus dealer
will promptly take care of it.
General maintenance should be per-
formed on a daily basis. This can be
done by yourself or by a Lexus dealer.
Scheduled maintenance should be
performed at specified intervals
according to the maintenance sched-
ule.
For details about maintenance items and
schedules, refer to the “Warranty and Ser-
vice Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
■
Resetting the message indicating main-
tenance is required
After the required maintenance is per-
formed according to the maintenance
schedule, please reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedure
described below:
1
Press
or
of the meter control
switches and select
.
2
Press
or
of the meter control
switches and select “Vehicle Settings”.
Then press “OK”.
Maintenance requirements
To ensure safe and economical
driving, day-to-day care and regu-
lar maintenance are essential. It is
the owner’s responsibility to per-
form regular checks. Lexus recom-
mends the following maintenance:
WARNING
■
If your vehicle is not properly main-
tained
Improper maintenance could result in
serious damage to the vehicle and possi-
ble death or serious injury.
■
Handling of the 12-volt battery
●
Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and
other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
●
Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehi-
cles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Avoid exposure and wash any affected
area immediately.
●
12-volt battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds which are known to
cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. (
General maintenance
Scheduled maintenance
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Press
or
of the meter control
switches and select “Scheduled Mainte-
nance”. Then press “OK”.
4
Select “Yes” and press “OK”.
A message will be displayed when the reset
procedure has been completed.
You can perform some maintenance
procedures by yourself.
Please be aware that do-it-yourself
maintenance may affect warranty cov-
erage.
The use of Lexus repair manuals is recom-
mended.
For details about warranty coverage, refer
to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “War-
ranty and Service Guide”, “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.
Do-it-yourself maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general main-
tenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in
the “Warranty and Service Guide”
or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
It is recommended that any prob-
lem you notice should be brought to
the attention of your Lexus dealer
or qualified service shop for advice.
WARNING
■
If the hybrid system is operating
Turn the hybrid system off and ensure
that there is adequate ventilation before
performing maintenance checks.
Engine compartment
Items
Check points
Brake fluid
Is the brake fluid at the
correct level?
(
Engine/power
control unit cool-
ant
Is the engine/power
control unit coolant at
the correct level?
(
Engine oil
Is the engine oil at the
correct level?
(
Exhaust system
There should not be
any fumes or strange
sounds.
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Radiator/con-
denser
The radiator and con-
denser should be free
from foreign objects.
(
Washer fluid
Is there sufficient
washer fluid?
(
Trunk
Items
Check points
12-volt battery
Check the battery
connections.
(
Vehicle interior
Items
Check points
Accelerator
pedal
• The accelerator
pedal should move
smoothly (without
uneven pedal effort
or catching).
Hybrid transmis-
sion “Park” mech-
anism
• When parked on a
slope and the shift
lever is in P, is the
vehicle securely
stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake
pedal move
smoothly?
• Does the brake
pedal have appro-
priate clearance
from the floor?
• Does the brake
pedal have the cor-
rect amount of free
play?
Items
Check points
Brakes
• The vehicle should
not pull to one side
when the brakes are
applied.
• The brakes should
work effectively.
• The brake pedal
should not feel
spongy.
• The brake pedal
should not get too
close to the floor
when the brakes are
applied.
Head restraints
• Do the head
restraints move
smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzz-
ers
• Do the indicators
and buzzers function
properly?
Lights
• Do all the lights
come on?
• Are the headlights
aimed correctly?
Parking brake
• Does the parking
brake operate nor-
mally?
• When parked on a
slope and the park-
ing brake is on, is the
vehicle securely
stopped?
Seat belts
• Do the seat belts
operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should
not be damaged.
Items
Check points
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Seats
• Do the seat controls
operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering
wheel rotate
smoothly?
• Does the steering
wheel have the cor-
rect amount of free
play?
• There should not be
any strange sounds
coming from the
steering wheel.
Vehicle exterior
Items
Check points
Doors/trunk
• Do the doors/trunk
operate smoothly?
Engine hood
• Does the engine
hood lock system
work properly?
Fluid leaks
• There should not be
any signs of fluid
leakage after the
vehicle has been
parked.
Items
Check points
Tires
• Is the tire inflation
pressure correct?
• The tires should not
be damaged or
excessively worn.
• Have the tires been
rotated according to
the maintenance
schedule?
• The wheel nuts
should not be loose.
Windshield wip-
ers
• The wiper blades
should not show any
signs of cracking,
splitting, wear, con-
tamination or defor-
mation.
• The wiper blades
should clear the
windshield without
streaking or skip-
ping.
Items
Check points
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