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5-5. Using the other interior features
ter button until the HomeLink
®
indica-
tor light changes from slowly flashing
orange to rapidly flashing green (roll-
ing code) or continuously lit green
(fixed code), then release the button.
Programming an entry gate (for
U.S.A. owners)/Programming a
device in the Canadian market
Press and release the remote control
transmitter button at 2 second inter-
vals, repeatedly, until the HomeLink
®
indicator light changes from slowly
flashing (orange) to rapidly flashing
(green) (rolling code) or continuously
lit (green) (fixed code).
4
Test the HomeLink
®
operation by
pressing the newly programmed
button and observing the indicator
light:
Indicator light illuminates: Program-
ming of a fixed code device has
completed. The garage door or
other device should operate when a
HomeLink
®
button is pressed and
released.
Indicator light flashes rapidly: The
garage door opener motor or other
device is equipped with a rolling
code. To complete programming,
firmly press and hold the Home-
Link
®
button for 2 seconds then
release it.
If the garage door or other device
does not operate, proceed to “Pro-
gramming a rolling code system”.
5
Repeat the steps above to program
another device for any of the
remaining HomeLink
®
buttons.
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Programming a rolling code sys-
tem
2 or more people may be necessary to
complete rolling code programming.
1
Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” but-
ton on the garage door opener
motor in the garage.
This button can usually be found where the
hanging antenna wire is attached to the
unit. The name and color of the button may
vary by manufacturer. Refer to the owner’s
manual supplied with the garage door
opener motor for details.
2
Press and release the “Learn” or
“Smart” button.
Perform
3
within 30 seconds after
performing
2
.
3
Press and hold the desired Home-
Link
®
button (inside the vehicle)
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5
Interio
r fe
atures
for 2 seconds and release it. Repeat
this sequence (press/hold/release)
up to 3 times to complete pro-
gramming.
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 Home-
Link
®
, both garage door operation
indicators will flash rapidly (green)
and the light on the garage door
opener motor will blink twice, indi-
cating that 2-way communication is
enabled.
If the indicators do not flash, perform
2
and
3
within the first 10 presses of the Home-
Link
®
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.
■
Reprogramming a single Home-
Link
®
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 Home-
Link
®
”
1
(it takes 20 seconds for
the HomeLink
®
indicator to start
flashing).
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Before programming
●
Install a new battery in the transmitter.
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●
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 Home-
Link
®
buttons
and
or
and
simultaneously. 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 switch for 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 (under-
ground 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 battery has been disconnected.
●
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 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 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 according to the geo-
graphic position of the vehicle.
If you cross over a map boundary shown in
illustration, the compass will deviate.
To obtain higher precision or perfect cali-
bration, refer to the following.
■
Deviation calibration
1
Stop the vehicle.
2
Press and hold the switch for 6 sec-
onds.
A number (1 to 15) appears on the com-
pass display.
3
Press the switch and, referring to
the map above, select the number
of the zone where you are.
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 switch 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 the
direction is displayed.
WARNING
■
When doing the circling calibration
Secure a wide space, and watch out for
people and vehicles in the neighbor-
hood. Do not violate any local traffic
rules while performing circling calibra-
tion.
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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 precautions
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood. . . . . . . . . . . ...
Positioning a floor jack. . .
Engine compartment. . . ...
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire inflation pressure. . . ...
Wheels. . . . . . . . . . ...
Air conditioning filter. . . ...
Electronic key battery. . . .
Checking and replacing fuses
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight aim. . . . . . . ..
Light bulbs. . . . . . . . .
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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.
■
Black stainless steel window moldings (F
SPORT models)
The stainless steel window moldings are
made of black oxide coated stainless steel.
When cleaning the vehicle, do not scrub the
moldings with an abrasive cleaner as their
finish may be damaged or the color may
change.
■
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 contains abrasives.
■
Automatic car washes
●
Fold the mirrors before washing the vehi-
cle. 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 damage the paint.
■
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 the windows, or spray
these areas continuously.
■
When using a car wash
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-
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior
Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.
Cleaning instructions
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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 park-
ing in hot weather
■
Brake caliper coating (F SPORT mod-
els)
●
When using detergent, use neutral deter-
gent. Do not use hard brushes or abra-
sive cleaners, as they will damage the
paint.
●
Do not use detergent on the brake cali-
pers when they are hot.
●
Wash detergent off immediately after
use.
■
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.
■
Side windows water-repellent coating
(if equipped)
●
The following precautions can extend the
effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-
ing.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the side win-
dows 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.
●
When the water-repellent performance
has become insufficient, the coating can
be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■
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 wipers to the intermittent wind-
shield wipers. (
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers
may operate unexpectedly in the follow-
ing situations, and may result in hands
being caught or other serious injuries
and cause damage to the wiper blades.
●
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
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WARNING
●
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 engine is run-
ning or immediately after the engine 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.
■
Precaution regarding the rear
bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if
equipped)
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 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.
■
To prevent damage to the windshield
wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from
the windshield, pull the driver side wiper
arm upward first, and repeat for the pas-
senger side. When returning the wipers
to their original position, do so from the
passenger side first.
■
When using an automatic car wash
(vehicles with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
Set the wipers to the intermittent wind-
shield wipers. (
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers
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.
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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 cir-
cles. Do not use water. Wipe dirty surfaces
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, fraying
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.
NOTICE
●
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
• Suspension parts
• Steering 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 sys-
tem may not operate correctly.
●
Do not wash the underside of the vehi-
cle using a high pressure car washer.
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior
Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.
Protecting the vehicle interior
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Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
WARNING
■
Water in the vehicle
●
Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehi-
cle.
Doing so may cause electrical compo-
nents, 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 prop-
erly, 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 liquids, as
they may discolor the vehicle interior
or cause streaks or damage to painted
surfaces:
• Center Display: Organic substances
such as benzine or gasoline, alkaline
solutions, and alcohol
• Seats: Alkaline solutions, organic sub-
stances such as thinner or benzine,
and alcohol
• Other parts: Organic substances such
as benzine or gasoline, alkaline or
acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
●
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 system
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 leather areas
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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.
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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.
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
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 vehicle 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.
■
Resetting the message indicating main-
tenance is required
After the required maintenance is pre-
formed according to the maintenance
schedule, please reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedures
described below:
1
Select
on the multi-information dis-
play. (
2
Press the
or
meter control
switch on the steering wheel to select
“Vehicle Settings” then “Scheduled
Maintenance requirements
To ensure safe and economical driv-
ing, day-to-day care and regular
maintenance are essential. It is the
owner’s responsibility to perform
regular checks. Lexus recommends
the maintenance below.
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 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.
●
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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Maintenance”. (To confirm setting,
press .)
3
Select “Yes” and then press
.
4
A message will be displayed on the
multi-information display 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 engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there
is adequate ventilation before perform-
ing maintenance checks.
Engine compartment
Items
Check points
Battery
Check the indicator (if
equipped) and con-
nections. (
Brake fluid
Is the brake fluid at the
correct level?
(
Engine/inter-
cooler coolant
Is the engine/inter-
cooler 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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6-2. Maintenance
Radiator, con-
denser and inter-
cooler radiator
The radiator, con-
denser and inter-
cooler radiator should
be free from foreign
objects. (
Washer fluid
Is there sufficient
washer fluid?
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Vehicle interior
Items
Check points
Accelerator
pedal
• The accelerator
pedal should move
smoothly (without
uneven pedal effort
or catching).
Automatic trans-
mission “Park”
mechanism
• 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?
Parking brake
• Does the parking
brake pedal move
smoothly?
• 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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