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THE PURSUIT OF PERFECTION.

2008

ES, GS, IS, LS, SC
WARRANTY AND SERVICES GUIDE
Owner Amenities | Warranty Information | Maintenance Requirements
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AUTHORIZED
DEALERSHIP
MAINTENANCE AND
REPAIRS
Lexus recommends having maintenance and repairs for your vehicle
performed by an authorized Lexus
dealership. To locate your nearest
authorized Lexus dealership, contact
Lexus Customer Satisfaction at
(800) 255-3987 or log on to
www.lexus.com.

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IMPORTANT BRAKE
INFORMATION:
GS, IS, LS 460 L
The GS and IS feature high-friction
front brake pads. The LS 460 L
equipped with Touring Package features high-friction front and rear
brake pads. These brake pads provide
a higher coefficient of friction on the
rotors for superior stopping performance and pedal feel. The brakes on
these models are designed for highperformance driving. Depending on
your driving habits, you may experience more aggressive wear of the
brake pads and rotors.
For information on proper maintenance of your brakes, refer to the
“Maintenance” section of this booklet.
For additional information on your
brakes and their operation, refer to
your Owner’s Manual.

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WELCOME TO THE LEXUS FAMILY

From everyone at Lexus, thank you
for purchasing one of our vehicles.
Your Lexus is designed to deliver
uncompromising luxury and performance. We are committed to providing
you with an ownership experience
that is second to none, and we look
forward to serving you in the years
ahead. Welcome to the Lexus family!

Taking Delivery of Your
New Lexus
As you take delivery of your new
vehicle, there are some important
services you should know about.
These include:
Lexus Personalized Settings: Your
vehicle includes a variety of electronic
features that can be personalized to
your preferences. For example, doors
can be programmed to remain locked
when you shift into “Park.” See your
dealer for details.
Pre-Delivery Service: Your dealership
has performed a thorough service to
prepare your vehicle for delivery. This
includes initializing certain electronic
features, such as the one-touch power
windows.

Scheduled Maintenance: Your vehicle requires maintenance every six
months or 5,000 miles, whichever
comes first. See page 44 for details.
Dealership Service Department:
Your service department is committed to helping you keep your Lexus
performing at its best. Your dealer will
provide you with the department’s
hours of operation, appointment
procedures and information on any
special services.
Warranty Coverage: Your Lexus is
covered by one of the finest warranties in the industry. See page 15 for a
summary of coverages.
Roadside Assistance: Roadside assistance is provided for 48 months from
your vehicle’s in-service date, regardless of mileage. See page 5 for
details.
Again, thank you for choosing Lexus.
We wish you many years of safe and
pleasurable driving.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

OWNER AMENITIES
Complimentary Services
First Scheduled Maintenance Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Second Scheduled Maintenance Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Loaner Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Travel Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Other Benefits and Assistance
Quality Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Vehicle Service History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Vehicle Service Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Additional Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Collision Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Introduction
If You Need Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The Lexus Commitment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Warranty Coverages at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Your Warranties in Detail
General Warranty Provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
New Vehicle Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Federal Emission Control Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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California Emission Control Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Tire Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Your Responsibilities
Operation and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Obtaining Warranty Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Introduction
The Importance of Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Maintenance and Lexus Warranty Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Lexus Dealership Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.
General Maintenance and Regular Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Scheduled Maintenance Log
Determining Your Maintenance Interval: Months vs. Mileage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Complimentary First Scheduled Maintenance Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Complimentary Second Scheduled Maintenance Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Scheduled Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Explanation of Maintenance Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 1.

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AMENITIES

COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES

To help ensure that your ownership
experience is pleasant, convenient
and trouble-free, Lexus provides you
with a variety of complimentary services. These services are described
on the following pages. Other valuable owner benefits are described in
the section entitled “Other Benefits
and Assistance” beginning on page 7.

First Scheduled
Maintenance Service:
30 Days or 1,000 Miles
Lexus provides your first scheduled
maintenance service at no charge.
The service is performed at 30 days
or 1,000 miles, whichever occurs first,
and includes these items:
• Inspect body/chassis
• Check for fluid leaks
• Road-test vehicle
• Program Lexus Personalized
Settings, if requested
What are Lexus Personalized
Settings?
Your vehicle includes a variety of
electronic features that can be programmed to your preferences. For
example, doors can be programmed
to remain locked when you shift into
“Park.” (For more information, see the
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the Specifications chapter in your
Owner’s Manual.) Programming of
these features is performed once at
no charge, provided you obtain the
service at the 30-day/1,000-mile
scheduled maintenance service.
Programming of your Lexus Personalized Settings requires special equipment and may be performed only by
an authorized Lexus dealership.

Second Scheduled
Maintenance Service:
Six Months or 5,000 Miles
Lexus also provides your second
scheduled maintenance service at no
charge. The service is performed at
six months or 5,000 miles, whichever
occurs first, and includes these items:
• Replace engine oil and oil filter;
reset reminder light
• Rotate tires
• Visually inspect brake pads and
rotors
• Road-test vehicle
If you drive primarily on dirt roads or
dusty roads or if you drive primarily
while towing, additional items are
included in this service. See page
46 for details.

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COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES

Roadside Assistance

If your vehicle must be kept overnight
at a Lexus dealership for a warrantycovered condition that requires more
than eight hours to repair, Lexus will
provide you with a complimentary
loaner vehicle for up to five days.

Lexus roadside assistance coverage
is for 48 months from your vehicle’s
in-service date, regardless of mileage.
Coverage is provided 24 hours a day,
365 days a year, for vehicles operated
in the United States, U.S. territories
and Canada. Assistance is administered through the American
Automobile Association.

Travel Protection
Lexus will reimburse for a rental car
for up to five days and for overnight
lodging for up to three nights (not to
exceed $200 per night) if all of the
following occur:
• Your vehicle becomes inoperable or unsafe to drive when you
are more than 100 miles from
home.
• Your vehicle’s malfunction is
caused by a warranty-covered
condition.
• Repairs will take longer than
eight hours to complete.
To obtain reimbursement for rental
car and lodging expenses, contact a
Lexus dealership service consultant.

AMENITIES

Loaner Vehicle

Services Provided
• Roadside services such as battery jump-start, tire change and
fuel delivery.
• Towing to the nearest Lexus
dealership (or an alternate repair
facility, if necessary).
• Assistance in locating alternate
transportation and lodging.
How to Get Help
To obtain roadside assistance, take
the following steps:
1) Call (800) 25-LEXUS (800/2553987).

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2)Have as much of the following
information as possible:
• Vehicle identification number
(located on the driver’s-side
corner of the dashboard, under
the window)
• Owner’s name and home
address
• Vehicle license plate number
• Location of vehicle, including
the nearest major intersection
3)To determine your location, the dispatch operator will ask you for the
area code and first three digits of
the phone number from which you
are calling. If you are calling from
your cellular phone:
• Obtain a phone number from a
telephone near your location; or
• Call directory assistance and
obtain the phone number of a
nearby business; or
• Call the local cellular operator
and ask for the area code and
prefix of the cell you are in.
If you are unable to obtain the area
code and prefix for the area you
are calling from, give the name of
the city you are calling from.

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4) Wait at your vehicle or in a nearby
secure location for the roadside
assistance provider to arrive.
Additional Coverage
After your roadside assistance coverage expires, you may join a motor
club created exclusively for Lexus
owners. Benefits include roadside
assistance coverage, a trip-planning
service and discounts on travel and
dining. For further information, call
(800) 25-LEXUS.

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OTHER BENEFITS AND ASSISTANCE

You may have noticed a few miles on
the odometer when you took delivery
of your Lexus. This mileage is a result
of the comprehensive process used to
ensure the quality of your vehicle. This
process includes extensive inspections during and after production. The
final inspection takes place at the selling dealership and includes a roadtest conducted by a trained Lexus
technician.
If you’d like to know more about
Lexus quality-control procedures, ask
a Lexus dealership service consultant.

Vehicle Service History
When you have your vehicle serviced
at a Lexus dealership, your service
information is recorded in the Lexus
National Service History database.
This is the first database of its kind in
the automotive industry. It can be

accessed by any Lexus dealership in
the United States — a great convenience if you relocate or need to have
your vehicle serviced while traveling.

Vehicle Service Agreements

AMENITIES

Quality Control

If you plan to keep your vehicle for
several years or if you accumulate
mileage quickly, you may want to purchase a Lexus vehicle service agreement. These agreements cover the
cost of specific repairs beyond the
factory warranty period. They also
cover services such as towing, substitute transportation and lodging to
minimize your inconvenience should
your vehicle require repair. Lexus
vehicle service agreements are available with a variety of coverage
options. A Lexus dealership sales
consultant can help you select the
plan that’s best for you.

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OTHER BENEFITS AND ASSISTANCE

Additional Keys
If you require additional keys, call or
visit an authorized Lexus dealership.
You will need to provide the dealership with your vehicle’s key code
(found on the key number plate provided with your original set of keys).
In most cases, new keys can be ready
within five business days.

Collision Repairs
If you’re involved in a collision, you
want your vehicle to be returned to
its pre-accident condition when
repaired. That’s why it is important to
make sure repairs are made only with
Genuine Lexus Parts. Some repair
shops and insurance companies may
suggest using imitation or salvaged
parts to save money. However, these
parts do not meet Lexus’ high standards for quality, fit and corrosion
resistance. In addition, imitation and
salvaged parts (and any damage or
failures they may cause) are not covered by any Lexus warranty.

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The best way to ensure that your vehicle is repaired with Genuine Lexus
Parts is to take it to a Lexus dealership. Each dealership works with
selected collision repair centers that
meet Lexus’ strict requirements for
training, equipment, quality and customer satisfaction. These repair centers use Genuine Lexus Parts exclusively in the repair of Lexus vehicles.

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IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE

Both Lexus and your Lexus dealer are
dedicated to serving your automotive
needs. Your complete satisfaction is
our first priority. Should you have a
problem or concern, please take the
following steps to ensure the quickest
possible response:

You may also write to us at:
Lexus Customer Satisfaction
Department
P.O. Box 2991
Torrance, CA 90509-2991
Whether calling or writing, please
provide the following information:

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Step 1
Discuss the situation with a dealership
manager, such as the service manager or customer satisfaction manager.
If necessary, ask the dealership owner
or general manager for assistance. In
most cases, a satisfactory solution can
be reached at this step.

Step 2
If the dealership does not address
your concern to your satisfaction, call
the Lexus Customer Satisfaction
Department at (800) 25-LEXUS
(800/255-3987). In Canada, call
(800) 26-LEXUS (800/265-3987).
In Mexico, call 95-1-310-328-2075.
If you are hearing- or speechimpaired, call (800) 443-4999
(TDD).

• Vehicle identification number
(located on the driver’s side corner of the dashboard, under the
window)
• Current vehicle mileage
• Name of your selling and servicing Lexus dealerships
• Your day and evening telephone
numbers

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Step 3
If your concern has still not been
resolved to your satisfaction, Lexus
offers additional assistance through:

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National Center for Dispute
Settlement (NCDS)
P.O. Box 457
Mt. Clemens, MI 48046
(866) 272-4872
Important: You must use NCDS prior
to exercising rights or seeking remedies available to you through a court
action pursuant to the MagnusonMoss Warranty Act. In addition, you
must use NCDS if you are required to
do so prior to exercising certain rights
or seeking certain remedies available
under the Lemon Laws of your state.
See the Lemon Law Guide for specific
requirements applicable in your state.
However, if your state law permits and
if you choose to exercise rights and
seek remedies that are not created by
the Act, you need not use NCDS.

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NCDS Arbitration
What is the Dispute Settlement
Program?
This program consists of local professionals who are trained and experienced in arbitration. The arbitrator(s)
appointed by NCDS will arbitrate
your case by reviewing the facts you
present; having the vehicle inspected,
if necessary; and promptly rendering
a fair and equitable decision.
How much will it cost?
The service is provided at no cost
to you. It is part of Lexus’ effort to
promptly and equitably resolve your
concerns. The decision-maker is an
impartial third party. The decision of
the arbitrator(s) is binding on Lexus
but not on you.

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How long is the arbitration
process?
The entire process — from the time
NCDS receives your request for arbitration to the arbitrator’s decision —
is designed to take no more than 40
days. A decision may be delayed if:
• You fail to provide certain information required by NCDS.
• You fail to make your vehicle
available for inspection by
NCDS in a timely manner (if
an inspection is required).
How do I request arbitration?
To initiate arbitration, you must complete an NCDS customer claim form
and mail it to NCDS. A claim form
is included in the Lemon Law Guide
located in your vehicle, or you may
request a form by calling NCDS at
(866) 272-4872. When you call,
please have ready your vehicle identification number (VIN), the names of
your selling and servicing dealerships,
and the current mileage on your
Lexus.

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What types of disputes
are eligible?
NCDS resolves disputes involving
Lexus product reliability and warranty
performance that arise during the
greater of 1) four years or 50,000
miles from the vehicle’s in-service
date, whichever is earlier; or 2) the
applicable provision of the Lexus New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. However,
NCDS will not arbitrate 1) claims
involving a vehicle used primarily for
commercial purposes unless the
Lemon Laws of your state cover vehicles used for commercial purposes;
or 2) claims that an air bag failed to
deploy or deployed when it should
not have; or 3) disputes regarding
fires and/or accidents and/or theft.
Since there are other additional
exclusions, please contact NCDS
for further information on eligibility
guidelines. You must file a request
for arbitration with NCDS within six
months of the expiration of the eligibility period, provided the concern
or alleged defect was brought to the
attention of Lexus or one of its dealers
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In addition to completing the customer claim form, please provide
NCDS with the following information:
• Vehicle year, make, model, VIN,
mileage and date of purchase.
• A brief description of your complaint and the actions you have
taken to resolve it.

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• What action or remedy you
believe would resolve your
problem.
If you are seeking reimbursement for
repairs or incidental expenses, please
provide copies of applicable receipts.
Send your request to:
National Center for Dispute Settlement
P.O. Box 457
Mt. Clemens, MI 48046
Upon receipt of your request, NCDS
will contact you regarding the status
of your case and supply you with
additional details about the program.

How does the arbitration
process work?
When NCDS receives your request,
it will be forwarded to the Lexus area
office for response.
At the request of either party or the
arbitrators, NCDS may schedule a
technical inspection. This may include
an inspection of the vehicle by an
independent technical expert with a
Lexus representative present. The
technical expert will forward his or
her evaluation to NCDS.
An oral hearing will be held prior to
a decision being rendered. At this
hearing, all relevant evidence is
admissible. You and a Lexus representative will present both sides of
the case to the NCDS arbitrator(s).
You will each be given an equal
opportunity to give testimony and
provide documents. Then you will
each be given an opportunity for
rebuttal. After considering all testimony and documents, the arbitrator(s)
will review the applicable legal standards and render a decision within
10 days.
A settlement satisfactory to all parties
may be negotiated at any time during
the process.

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The decision of the arbitrator(s) is
binding on Lexus but not on you.
Lexus must comply with the decision
shortly after it is rendered, usually
within 30 days of your acceptance
of the decision. NCDS will contact
you within 10 days of scheduled
compliance to ensure that Lexus
has complied in a timely manner.

Are there limits to the scope
of arbitrated decisions?
Arbitrated decisions do not include:
• Attorney fees
• Punitive damages
• Multiple damages
• Consequential damages, other
than incidental damages that you
may be entitled to under law
What other recourse do I have?
If you are dissatisfied with the arbitrator’s decision or Lexus’ compliance,
you may pursue any other legal remedies available to you, including small
claims court. You should be aware
that the decision of the arbitrator(s)
is admissible as evidence in any legal
proceedings concerning your vehicle.

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What types of decisions are rendered, and how do I know if
Lexus will abide by the decision
of the arbitrator(s)?
Arbitrated decisions are based on
what the arbitrator(s) believe to be
fair and equitable after applying the
appropriate legal standards. Remedies
include but are not limited to repairs;
reimbursement for repairs and incidental expenses, such as towing costs;
and repurchase or replacement of
your vehicle.

Is the Dispute Settlement
Program subject to change?
The information in this booklet about
the program is correct as of the date
of printing. However, the program
may be changed without notice.
Contact the Lexus Customer
Satisfaction Department at (800)
255-3987 for the most current
information concerning the Dispute
Settlement Program.

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THE LEXUS COMMITMENT

WARRANTY

You have purchased one of the finest
vehicles built in the world today, and it
is backed by one of the finest warranties in the industry. This excellent
warranty coverage demonstrates not
only our confidence in Lexus vehicles,
but also our commitment to every
Lexus customer. We’re dedicated to
ensuring that you enjoy exceptional
quality, dependability and peace of
mind throughout your ownership
experience.
To further demonstrate our commitment to our customers’ satisfaction,
occasionally we may establish a
special policy adjustment to pay for
specific repairs that are no longer
covered by warranty. When we establish such a policy adjustment, we mail
details to all applicable owners on
record. That’s why it is important to
send in the card at the back of this
booklet if you change your address
or if you have purchased your Lexus
from a previous owner.
You’ve made a wise decision to purchase a Lexus. Your vehicle delivers
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along with an unparalleled commitment from Lexus to ensuring your satisfaction. You can be confident — as
we are — that you’ll enjoy owning your
Lexus as much as you enjoy driving it.
This section of the Warranty and
Services Guide describes the
terms of Lexus warranty coverage as well as general owner
responsibilities. The section beginning on page 39 describes
your vehicle’s maintenance
requirements. Be sure to review
this information carefully, since
proper maintenance is required
to ensure that warranty coverage
remains intact.
All warranty information is the latest
available at the time of publication
and, with the exception of the emission control warranties, is subject to
change without notice.

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WARRANTY COVERAGES AT A GLANCE

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GENERAL WARRANTY PROVISIONS

Who Is the Warrantor

When Warranty Begins

The warrantor for these limited warranties is Lexus, a division of Toyota
Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., 19001 South
Western Avenue, Torrance, California
90509-2991, a California corporation.

The warranty period begins on the
vehicle’s in-service date, which is
the first date the vehicle is either
delivered to an ultimate purchaser,
leased, or used as a company car
or demonstrator.

Which Vehicles Are Covered

Repairs Made at No Charge

These warranties apply to 2008
model-year Lexus passenger vehicles,
excluding hybrid models, registered
and normally operated in the United
States, U.S. territories and Canada.
Warranty coverage is automatically
transferred at no cost to subsequent
vehicle owners.

Repairs and adjustments covered by
these warranties are made at no
charge for parts and labor.

Multiple Warranty
Conditions
This booklet contains warranty terms
and conditions that may vary depending on the part covered. A warranty
for specific parts or systems, such as
the Powertrain Warranty or Emission
Performance Warranty, is governed
by the coverage set forth in that warranty as well as the General Warranty
Provisions.

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Parts Replacement
Any needed parts replacement will be
made using new or remanufactured
parts. The decision whether a part
should be repaired or replaced will be
made by the servicing Lexus dealership and/or Lexus. Parts scheduled to
be replaced as required maintenance
are warranted until their first replacement only.
Note: Lexus remanufactured parts
meet or exceed all factory standards
for safety, quality and reliability.

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GENERAL WARRANTY PROVISIONS

Limitations
The performance of necessary
repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under these warranties
or any implied warranties. Lexus does
not authorize any person to create for
it any other obligation or liability in
connection with this vehicle.

WARRANTY

Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose is limited to the duration
of these written warranties. Some
states do not allow restrictions on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so this
limitation may not apply to you.

Your Rights Under State Law
These warranties give you specific
legal rights. You may also have other
rights that vary from state to state.

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NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT IS COVERED
AND HOW LONG
Basic Warranty

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 covered for 12 months or 20,000 miles,
whichever occurs first.

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
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.

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.

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.

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Transmission and Transaxle
Case and all internal parts, torque
converter, clutch cover, mounts,
engine control computer, seals and
gaskets.

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For vehicles sold and registered in
Kansas, the warranty for seatbelts and
related components is 10 years,
regardless of mileage.

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WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Corrosion Perforation
Warranty
This warranty covers repair or
replacement of any original body
panel that develops perforation from
corrosion (rust-through), subject to
the exceptions indicated under “What
Is Not Covered” on pages 19–20.
Coverage is for 72 months, regardless of mileage.

Towing
When your vehicle is inoperable due
to failure of a warranted part, towing
service to the nearest authorized
Lexus dealership is covered.

• Fire, accidents or theft
• Abuse or negligence
• Misuse — for example, racing
or overloading
• Improper repairs
• Alteration or tampering, including installation of non-Genuine
Lexus Accessories
• Lack of or improper maintenance, including use of fluids
other than those specified in
the Owner’s Manual
• Installation of non-Genuine
Lexus Parts

WARRANTY

For information on how to protect
your vehicle from corrosion, see the
section entitled “Service Procedures
and Specifications — Body” in the
Owner’s Manual.

This warranty does not cover damage
or failures resulting directly or indirectly from any of the following:

• Airborne chemicals, tree sap,
road debris (including stone
chips), rail dust, salt, hail, floods,
wind storms, lightning and other
environmental conditions
• Water contamination

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NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty also does not cover the
following:
Tires
Tires are covered by a separate warranty provided by the tire manufacturer. See page 34.

WARRANTY

Normal Wear and Tear
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions
and other deterioration caused by
normal wear and tear.
Maintenance Expense*
Normal maintenance services such
as engine tune-ups; replacement of
fluids and filters; lubrication; cleaning
and polishing; replacement of spark
plugs and fuses; and replacement of
worn wiper blades, brake pads/linings
and clutch linings.
Vehicles With Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the
odometer has been altered so that
actual vehicle mileage cannot be
readily determined.

Vehicles With Unknown Vehicle
Identification Number
Any vehicle for which the original
factory-assigned vehicle identification
number cannot be determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been issued
a “salvage” title or similar title under
any state’s law; or has ever been
declared a “total loss” or equivalent
by a financial institution or insurer,
such as by payment for a claim in lieu
of repairs because the cost of repairs
exceeded the cash value of the vehicle. This exclusion does not apply to
the emission control warranties.
Incidental Damages
Incidental or consequential damages
associated with a vehicle failure. Such
damages include but are not limited
to inconvenience; the cost of transportation, telephone calls and lodging; the loss of personal or commercial property; and the loss of pay or
revenue.

*Lexus provides the first two scheduled maintenance services at no charge. See page 4 for details.

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NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the
duration of this written warranty,
except in states where this limitation is not allowed.

If a dispute arises regarding your
warranty coverage, please follow
the steps described on pages 9–10.
Please note that you must use the
National Center for Dispute
Settlement before seeking remedies
through a court action pursuant to the
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. You
may also be required to use the
National Center for Dispute
Settlement before seeking remedies
under the Lemon Laws of your state.
For the requirements applicable to
your state, see the appropriate page
of the Lemon Law Guide located in
your vehicle.

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WARRANTY

Disclaimer of Extra
Expenses and Damages
The performance of necessary
repairs and adjustments is the
exclusive remedy under this warranty or any implied warranty.
Lexus does not authorize any
person to create for it any other
obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle. Lexus shall
not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages resulting
from breach of this written warranty or any implied warranty.

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FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

WHAT IS COVERED
AND HOW LONG
Emission Defect Warranty
Lexus warrants that your vehicle:
• Was designed, built and
equipped to conform at the time
of sale with applicable federal
emissions standards.

WARRANTY

• Is free from defects in materials
and workmanship that may
cause the vehicle to fail to meet
these standards.

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Federal regulations require that this
warranty be in effect for two years or
24,000 miles from the vehicle’s inservice date, whichever occurs first.
However, under the terms of the Basic
Warranty, Lexus provides coverage
of four years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Specific components
may have longer coverage under the
terms of the Powertrain Warranty.
Additionally, components marked
“8/80” in the parts list on pages
23–24 have coverage of eight years
or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs
first.

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Emission Performance
Warranty
Some states and localities have established vehicle inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs to encourage
proper vehicle maintenance. If an
EPA-approved I/M program is in
force in your area, you are eligible
for Emission Performance Warranty
coverage.
Under the terms of the Emission
Performance Warranty and federal
regulations, Lexus will make all necessary repairs if both of the following
occur:
• Your vehicle fails to meet applicable emissions standards as
determined by an EPA-approved
emissions test.
• This failure results or will result in
some penalty to you — such as a
fine or denial of the right to use
your vehicle — under local, state
or federal law.
This warranty is in effect for two years
or 24,000 miles from the vehicle’s
in-service date, whichever occurs
first. Additionally, components
marked “8/80” in the parts list on
pages 23–24 have coverage of eight
years or 80,000 miles, whichever
occurs first.

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FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

WARRANTY PARTS LIST

These warranty obligations do not
apply to failures or noncompliance
caused by:

Air/Fuel Metering System
• Air/fuel ratio feedback control
system

• 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.

• Deceleration control system
• Electronic fuel injection system
components
– Airflow sensor
– Engine control module (8/80)
– Throttle body
– Other components
Air Induction System
• Intake manifold and intake air
surge tank
Air Injection System
• Air injection manifold

WARRANTY

Provisions under the “What Is Not
Covered” section of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty also apply to this
warranty.

• Cold-start enrichment system

• Air injection pump
• Airflow control valves
Catalyst System
• Catalytic converter and
protector (8/80)
• Constricted fuel filler neck
• Exhaust manifold
• Exhaust pipe (manifold to catalyst and/or catalyst to catalyst)

8/80 = Covered for eight years or 80,000 miles,
whichever occurs first.

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FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

Evaporative Control System
• Charcoal canister
• Diaphragm valve
• Fuel filler cap
• Fuel tank
• Vapor liquid separator

WARRANTY

Exhaust Gas Recirculation
(EGR) System
• EGR gas temperature sensor
• EGR valve

Other Parts Used in Systems
Listed
• Data link connector (8/80)
• Hoses, clamps, fittings, tubing
and mounting hardware
• Malfunction indicator light and
bulb (8/80)
• Pulleys, belts and idlers
• Sealing gaskets and devices
• Sensors, solenoids, switches and
valves

• Associated parts
Ignition System
• Distributor and internal parts
• Ignition coil and ignitor
• Ignition wires
• Spark plugs*
Positive Crankcase Ventilation
(PCV) System
• Oil filler cap
• PCV valve or orifice

8/80 = Covered for eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
*Warranted until first required maintenance under terms of the California Emission Control Warranty.

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FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

MAINTENANCE

REPLACEMENT PARTS

You are responsible for performance
of the required maintenance indicated
in the Owner’s Manual and this guide.
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you do not have
records to show that you maintained
your vehicle. However, any failure or
noncompliance caused by lack of
maintenance is not covered by this
warranty.

To ensure optimum performance and
maintain the quality built into your
vehicle’s emission control systems,
Lexus recommends the use of
Genuine Lexus Parts when servicing
or repairing the systems.

If you use replacement parts that have
maintenance or replacement schedules different from those of Genuine
Lexus Parts, you must follow the maintenance and replacement schedules
for the parts you are using. In addition,
you should ensure that such parts are
warranted by their manufacturers to
be equivalent to Genuine Lexus Parts.

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WARRANTY

When maintenance and repairs are
paid for by you, these services may
be performed by you or by any automotive service provider you choose.
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you used a service
provider other than a Lexus dealership for maintenance and repairs.
However, any failure or noncompliance caused by improper maintenance or repairs is not covered by
this warranty.

Warranty coverage is not dependent
upon the use of any particular brand
of replacement parts and you may
elect to use non-Genuine Lexus
Parts for maintenance and repairs.
However, use of replacement parts
that are not equivalent in quality to
Genuine Lexus Parts may impair the
effectiveness of the emission control
systems.

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WARRANTY

FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

IF YOUR VEHICLE FAILS
AN EMISSIONS TEST

IF YOU HAVE
QUESTIONS

If your vehicle fails an EPA-approved
emissions test, you may make a claim
under the Emission Performance
Warranty. To do so, take your vehicle
to an authorized Lexus dealership and
present a copy of the emissions test
report. Also, take your maintenance
records in case they are needed.

If you have questions or concerns
about your vehicle’s federal emission
warranty coverage, please follow the
steps described on pages 9–10. In the
case of the Emission Performance
Warranty, you may also request information from or report complaints to:

If your claim qualifies for coverage,
the dealership will repair your vehicle
within 30 days (unless a shorter period is required by law). If your claim is
denied, Lexus will notify you in writing
of the reason within the same period.
If we fail to do so, we will repair your
vehicle free of charge. The only
exceptions allowed are when you
request or agree to a delay, or when a
delay is caused by factors beyond the
control of Lexus or the dealership.
For information on how to obtain
service under the Emission Defect
Warranty, see page 37, “Obtaining
Warranty Service.”

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U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency
Vehicle Programs & Compliance
Division (6405J)
Attn: Warranty Complaints
401 M Street SW
Washington, D.C. 20460
Vehicles equipped with a
California Certified Emission
Control System that are registered and operated in California
or any state that adopts
California emission warranty
provisions are also covered by
the California Emission Control
Warranty (see page 28).
Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island and Vermont
are the other states to which the
California Emission Control
Warranty currently applies.

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FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

DEALER CERTIFICATE
We (the dealership) want you to know
that at the time your new Lexus vehicle is being delivered:
1) On the basis of written notification
furnished by Lexus, we have knowledge that the vehicle is covered by
an EPA Certificate of Conformity.

3)We have performed all emission
control system preparations
required by Lexus prior to the sale
of the vehicle as set forth in Lexus’
current pre-delivery service manual.
4)Except as may be provided in
Paragraph 5, if this vehicle fails an
EPA-approved emissions test within three months or 4,000 miles
(whichever comes first) of delivery
to the ultimate purchaser, and the
vehicle has been maintained and

5)If vehicle was used as a company
car or demonstrator, check box
and complete the following:
■ The vehicle with which this statement is delivered was placed into
service as a company car or
demonstrator prior to delivery.
The Emission Performance
Warranty period commenced on
the date the vehicle was first
placed into service, which was
____________________________________
Month
Day
Year

WARRANTY

2)We have visually inspected those
emission control devices or portions thereof that are visible without
removing or adjusting any components or systems, emissions-related
or otherwise. On the basis of this
inspection, there are no apparent
deficiencies in the installation of
emission control devices by Lexus.
(For purposes of this certificate,
“emission control devices” is limited
to devices installed on a vehicle for
the sole or primary purpose of controlling emissions and which were
not in general use before 1968.)

used in accordance with the written
instructions for proper maintenance and use, Lexus will remedy
the nonconformity free of charge
under the terms of the Emission
Performance Warranty.

Note: The dealership makes no representation or warranty that the emission
control system or any part thereof is
without defect or that the system will
perform properly. The Emission
Performance Warranty referred to
in Paragraph 4 and furnished with
the vehicle is solely that of the manufacturer.
This statement is required by section
207 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C.
7541) and the EPA regulations issued
thereunder.
____________________________________

Dealership name

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

WARRANTY

YOUR WARRANTY
RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS
Vehicles equipped with a
California Certified Emission
Control System that are registered and operated in California
or any state that adopts
California emission warranty
provisions are covered by this
warranty. Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island and Vermont are
the other states to which this
warranty currently applies.
Vehicles covered by this warranty are also covered by the
Federal Emission Control
Warranty (see page 22).

The California Air Resources Board
(CARB) and Lexus are pleased to
explain the emission control system
warranty for your 2008 vehicle. In
California, new motor vehicles must
be designed, built and equipped to
meet the state’s stringent anti-smog
standards. CARB regulations require
that Lexus must warrant the emission
control system on your vehicle for the
time periods indicated on the next
page, provided there has been no
abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your vehicle.
Your emission control system may
include parts such as the fuel injection
system, ignition system, catalytic converter and engine computer. Also
included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other emissions-related
assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists,
Lexus will repair your vehicle at no
cost to you, including diagnosis, parts
and labor.

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

MANUFACTURER’S
WARRANTY COVERAGE

OWNER’S WARRANTY
RESPONSIBILITIES

1) For three years or 50,000 miles,
whichever occurs first:

You are responsible for performance
of the required maintenance indicated
in the Owner’s Manual and this guide.
Lexus recommends that you retain all
receipts covering maintenance on
your vehicle, but Lexus cannot deny
warranty coverage solely for the lack
of receipts or your failure to ensure
the performance of all scheduled
maintenance.

• If your vehicle fails a smog-check
test, all necessary repairs and
adjustments will be made by
Lexus to ensure that your vehicle
passes the test. This is your
Emission Control System
PERFORMANCE WARRANTY.

2)For seven years or 70,000 miles,
whichever occurs first:
• If an emissions-related part listed
on pages 30–31 is defective, the
part will be repaired or replaced
by Lexus. This is your LONGTERM Emission Control System
DEFECT WARRANTY.

You are responsible for presenting
your vehicle to a Lexus dealership as
soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a
reasonable amount of time, not to
exceed 30 days.
You should also be aware that Lexus
may deny you warranty coverage if
your vehicle or a part has failed due
to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

WARRANTY

• If an emissions-related part listed
on pages 23–24 is defective, the
part will be repaired or replaced
by Lexus. This is your SHORTTERM Emission Control System
DEFECT WARRANTY.
Note: Under the terms of the
Basic Warranty, Lexus provides
coverage of four years or
50,000 miles, whichever occurs
first. Specific components may
have longer coverage under
the terms of the Powertrain
Warranty.

If you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Lexus
Customer Satisfaction Department at
(800) 255-3987 or the California
Air Resources Board, Mobile Source
Control Division, at 9528 Telstar
Avenue, P.O. Box 8001, El Monte,
CA 91734-8001.

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

WHAT IS NOT COVERED
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.

WARRANTY

• 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.

PARTS LIST: LONG-TERM
EMISSION DEFECT
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
• Air/fuel ratio sensor on GS 460,
LS 460
• Engine control computer
(engine control module)
• Fuel pump on IS 250, IS 350,
GS 350, SC 430
• Throttle body
Air Induction System
• Intake manifold and intake air
surge tank
Catalyst System
• Catalytic converter (warm-up
three-way catalyst)
• Exhaust front pipe
• Exhaust manifold
• Exhaust manifold gasket on
GS 460, LS 460, SC 430
Evaporative Control System
• Charcoal canister
• Fuel tank

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

MAINTENANCE
Ignition System
• Knock sensor on ES 350,
GS 460, IS 250, IS 350,
LS 460, SC 430
Other Parts Used in
Above Systems
• Transmission solenoid on
GS 350, GS 460, IS 250,
IS 350, LS 460, SC 430

You are responsible for performance
of the required maintenance indicated
in the Owner’s Manual and this guide.
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you do not have
records to show that you maintained
your vehicle. However, any failure or
noncompliance caused by lack of
maintenance is not covered by this
warranty.

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WARRANTY

When maintenance and repairs are
paid for by you, these services may
be performed by you or by any automotive service provider you choose.
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you used a service
provider other than a Lexus dealership for maintenance and repairs.
However, any failure or noncompliance caused by improper maintenance or repairs is not covered by
this warranty.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

WARRANTY

To ensure optimum performance
and maintain the quality built into
your vehicle’s emission control systems, Lexus recommends the use of
Genuine Lexus Parts when servicing
or repairing the systems.

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Warranty coverage is not dependent
upon the use of any particular brand
of replacement parts and you may
elect to use non-Genuine Lexus
Parts for maintenance and repairs.
However, use of replacement parts
that are not equivalent in quality to
Genuine Lexus Parts may impair the
effectiveness of the emission control
systems.
If you use replacement parts that have
maintenance or replacement schedules different from those of Genuine
Lexus Parts, you must follow the maintenance and replacement schedules
for the parts you are using. In addition,
you should ensure that such parts are
warranted by their manufacturers to
be equivalent to Genuine Lexus Parts.

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IF YOUR VEHICLE FAILS
A SMOG-CHECK TEST
If your vehicle fails a smog-check test,
you may make a claim under the
Emission Performance Warranty. To
do so, take your vehicle to an authorized Lexus dealership and present
a copy of the smog-check test report.
Also, take your maintenance records
in case they are needed.
If your claim qualifies for coverage,
the dealership will repair your vehicle
within 30 days (unless a shorter period is required by law). If your claim is
denied, Lexus will notify you in writing
of the reason within the same period.
If we fail to do so, we will repair your
vehicle free of charge. The only
exceptions allowed are when you
request or agree to a delay, or when
a delay is caused by factors beyond
the control of Lexus or the dealership.
For information on how to obtain
service under the Emission Defect
Warranty, see page 37, “Obtaining
Warranty Service.”

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

REPAIR DELAYS

IF YOU HAVE
QUESTIONS

If a Lexus dealership is unable to
complete repairs on your vehicle
within 30 days, you may have the
repairs made under Lexus’ provisions
for emergency warranty repairs. See
page 37 for details.

If you have questions or concerns
about your vehicle’s California emission warranty coverage, please follow
the steps described on pages 9–10.
You may also request information
from or report complaints to:
California Air Resources Board
Mobile Source Control Division
P.O. Box 8001
El Monte, CA 91734-8001
(800) 242-4450

WARRANTY
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WARRANTY

TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY

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OBTAINING
WARRANTY SERVICE

ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
TIRE MANUFACTURERS

The tires that come as original equipment on your vehicle are warranted
by their manufacturer and not Lexus.
Please refer to the tire warranty statement included with the owner information in your vehicle.

Bridgestone/Firestone
535 Marriott Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
Bridgestone: (800) 847-3272
Firestone: (800) 356-4644

To obtain warranty service for a tire,
take the tire to an authorized dealer
of the tire manufacturer. (Refer to
your local phone directory for dealer
locations.) Your Lexus dealer may
also be able to assist you in obtaining
warranty service from the manufacturer.
For additional warranty information
or service assistance, contact the tire
manufacturer directly.

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Dunlop Tires
1144 East Market Street
Akron, OH 44316
(800) 321-2136
Michelin North America
One Park Way South
P.O. Box 19001
Greenville, SC 29602
(800) 847-3435
Yokohama Tire Corporation
601 South Acacia Avenue
Fullerton, CA 92831
(800) 722-9888

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

WHERE TO GO
FOR MAINTENANCE

You are responsible for ensuring that
your Lexus is operated and maintained according to the instructions
in the Owner’s Manual and the
“Maintenance Information” section
of this guide.

You may have maintenance performed on your vehicle by any qualified person or facility. However, Lexus
recommends having maintenance
performed by an authorized Lexus
dealership.

You should keep detailed records of
vehicle maintenance, since under
some circumstances they may be
required for warranty coverage.
These records should include date of
service, mileage at time of service
and a description of service performed and/or parts installed. For
your convenience, maintenance logs
are included in the “Maintenance
Information” section of this guide. If
you sell your vehicle, you should give
your maintenance records to the new
owner.

Lexus dealership technicians are specially trained to maintain and repair
Lexus vehicles. They stay current on
the latest service information through
Lexus technical bulletins, service publications and training courses. Many
are also certified through the Lexus
Commitment to Perfection Certification Program, which requires specialized, state-of-the-art training as well
as rigorous exams through both
Lexus and the National Institute for
Automotive Service Excellence.

Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you do not have
records to show that you maintained
your vehicle. However, damage or
failures caused by lack of proper
maintenance are not covered under
warranty.

WARRANTY

GENERAL
INFORMATION

You can be confident you’re getting
the best possible service for your
vehicle when you take it to a Lexus
dealership. Plus, a Lexus dealership
will always use Genuine Lexus Parts
designed specifically for your vehicle.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

WARRANTY

Warranty coverage is not dependent
upon the use of any particular brand
of replacement parts. However, Lexus
recommends using only Genuine
Lexus Parts when you need to replace
a part on your vehicle. Like all Lexus
products, Genuine Lexus Parts are
built to the highest standards of quality, durability and performance. They
are also designed to fit your vehicle’s
exact specifications.
Your Lexus dealership maintains an
extensive inventory of Genuine Lexus
Parts to meet your vehicle service
needs. And because it is linked electronically to Lexus Parts Distribution
Centers, the dealership has quick
access to any parts it may not have
in stock.
Genuine Lexus Parts are covered by
their own warranty (see your dealer
for details) or the remainder of any
applicable New Vehicle Limited
Warranty, whichever is longer. NonGenuine Lexus Parts, or any damage
or failures resulting from their use,
are not covered by any Lexus warranty.

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BY GEOGRAPHIC
REGION
In the United States, U.S.
Territories and Canada

Outside the United States,
U.S. Territories and Canada
If you are using your vehicle outside
the United States, U.S. territories and
Canada and need warranty service,
contact a local Lexus dealership.
Please note, however, that your vehicle may not be repaired free of
charge because the local Lexus distributor may have no obligation to
provide warranty service for your
vehicle, and/or your vehicle may not
comply with local regulatory or environmental requirements.

Lexus recommends having maintenance and repairs for your
vehicle performed by an authorized Lexus dealership. To locate
your nearest authorized Lexus
dealership, contact Lexus
Customer Satisfaction at
(800) 255-3987 or log on
to www.lexus.com.
Maintenance and repairs not
performed by an authorized
Lexus dealership should be performed by a qualified technician
following procedures in Lexus
service and repair publications.
If your vehicle is inoperable or unsafe
to drive and there is no Lexus dealership reasonably available to make
repairs, you may perform the repairs
yourself or have them performed by
another automotive service provider.
Lexus will reimburse you for any of
the repairs that are covered by warranty. To receive reimbursement,
present to an authorized Lexus dealership your paid repair invoices and
any parts that were removed from the
vehicle. You will be reimbursed for

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WARRANTY

To obtain warranty service in the
United States, U.S. territories or
Canada, take your vehicle to an
authorized Lexus dealership. If your
vehicle cannot be driven, contact your
nearest Lexus dealership for towing
assistance. You do not have to pay for
towing to the nearest Lexus dealership if your vehicle is inoperable due
to failure of a warranted part.

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WARRANTY

warranted parts at the manufacturer’s
suggested retail price and warranted
labor at a geographically appropriate
hourly rate multiplied by Lexus’ recommended time allowance for the
repair.

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If your vehicle requires emergency
repair, Lexus assumes no liability
for subsequent failures caused by
improper repairs or the use of nonGenuine Lexus Parts unless you have
the vehicle properly repaired in a
timely manner. To ensure that warranty coverage remains intact, have your
vehicle inspected by an authorized
Lexus dealership as soon as possible
after an emergency repair.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

Regular maintenance is essential
to obtaining the highest level of performance, safety and reliability from
your Lexus. It can also enhance your
vehicle’s resale value. This section
of the Warranty and Services Guide
is designed to help you make sure
your vehicle receives proper and
timely maintenance. It includes
factory-recommended maintenance
guidelines as well as logs in which to
document your vehicle’s maintenance
history.
In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your Lexus requires ongoing general

maintenance such as fluid checks and
visual inspections. These procedures
are listed on pages 42–43 of this
booklet and described in detail in
the “Maintenance” section of the
Owner’s Manual.
With proper maintenance and care,
your vehicle will last longer and deliver more dependable, economical
performance. Follow this booklet’s
recommendations and you’ll enjoy
maximum reliability and peace of
mind from your Lexus for many years
to come.

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MAINTENANCE AND LEXUS WARRANTY COVERAGE

Maintaining your vehicle according to
the recommendations in this booklet
is required to ensure that your warranty coverage remains intact. You
should keep detailed records of vehicle maintenance, including date of
service, mileage at time of service
and a description of service and/or
parts installation performed. The
maintenance logs in this booklet are a
good place to record this information.
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to give
your maintenance records to the new
owner.

MAINTENANCE

Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you do not have
records to show that you maintained
your vehicle. However, damage or
failures caused by lack of proper
maintenance are not covered under
warranty.

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Maintenance and repair services may
be performed by you or by any automotive service provider you choose.
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you used a service

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provider other than a Lexus dealership for maintenance and repairs.
However, damage or failures caused
by improper maintenance or repairs
are not covered under warranty.
Your dealer may recommend more
frequent maintenance intervals or
more maintenance services than
those listed in the scheduled maintenance log. These additional services
are not required to maintain your warranty coverage. Ask your dealer for
an explanation of any recommended
maintenance not included in the
scheduled maintenance log.
For a complete description of
Lexus warranty coverages, see
pages 16–33 of this booklet.

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LEXUS DEALERSHIP SERVICE

To ensure that your vehicle receives
first-quality service and factoryauthorized parts, Lexus recommends
having maintenance performed by
an authorized Lexus dealership. To
locate your nearest authorized Lexus
dealership, contact Lexus Customer
Satisfaction at (800) 255-3987 or
log on to www.lexus.com.
Lexus dealership technicians are
experts in the maintenance and repair
of Lexus vehicles. They stay current
on the latest service information
through Lexus technical bulletins,
service publications and training
courses. Many are also certified
through the Lexus Commitment to
Perfection Certification Program,
which requires specialized, state-ofthe-art training as well as rigorous
exams through both Lexus and the
National Institute for Automotive
Service Excellence.

any Lexus dealership in the U.S. — a
great convenience if you relocate or
need to have your vehicle serviced
while traveling.
You can be confident you’re getting
the best possible service for your
vehicle when you take it to a Lexus
dealership. Don’t trust your investment to anything less than a team of
Lexus specialists.
Maintenance and repairs not
performed by an authorized
Lexus dealership should be performed by a qualified technician
following procedures in Lexus
service and repair publications.

MAINTENANCE

Additionally, when you have your
vehicle serviced at a Lexus dealership, your service information is
recorded in the Lexus National
Service History database. This is the
first database of its kind in the automotive industry. It can be accessed by

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE

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 “Maintenance” section of the Owner’s Manual
for a detailed description of inspection procedures.

When Refueling
When refueling, perform these
inspections:
• Check engine oil level using
the dipstick
• Visually check engine coolant
level on the see-through
reservoir (under cover)
• Visually check brake fluid level
on the see-through reservoir

MAINTENANCE

• Visually check power steering
fluid level on the see-through
reservoir (under cover)

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• Visually check condition of
battery (under cover)
• Check level of windshield
washer fluid

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Every 30 Days
At least once every 30 days, perform
these inspections:
• Check tire pressure
• Check tires for damage
and wear

When Cleaning the Interior
• Remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces with a soft cloth dampened
with warm water.
• When cleaning carpet or cloth
interior, remove dirt and dust
with a vacuum cleaner. Apply
a foaming-type carpet cleaner
with a sponge or brush, allowing
cleaner to work for a few minutes 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,
remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Using a sponge,
apply a small amount of neutral

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wool detergent mixed in water,
rubbing in a circular motion.
Wipe off any excess detergent
and let leather dry in an open-air
location.

When Cleaning the Exterior
• Working from top to bottom,
apply lots of low-pressure water
to the body, wheel wells and
underside of vehicle to remove
dirt and dust. Wash the vehicle
body using a soft sponge or
cotton cloth with mild car-wash
soap. Rinse off with water.
• If water does not bead on a clean
vehicle surface, apply car wax
using a soft cotton cloth when
the body of the vehicle is cool.

When Cleaning the Wheels
• Wait for hot wheels to cool
before getting wheels wet.

MAINTENANCE

• Using a soft sponge or cotton
cloth, apply same mild car-wash
soap as used for the vehicle
body. Quickly rinse off with
water. Using a soft cotton cloth,
apply same car wax as used for
the vehicle body.

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG

Determining Your
Maintenance Interval:
Months vs. Mileage
Lexus recommends obtaining scheduled maintenance for your vehicle
every six months or 5,000 miles,
whichever occurs first.
For example:
• If at six months you have driven
less than 5,000 miles, you
should obtain maintenance at six
months; don’t wait until 5,000
miles.
• If you drive 5,000 miles in less
than six months, you should
obtain maintenance at 5,000
miles; don’t wait until six months.

MAINTENANCE

Be sure to keep an eye on your
mileage so that you obtain maintenance when recommended. If you are
a low-mileage driver, mark your calendar to remind yourself to obtain
maintenance every six months.

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Scheduled Maintenance Log

Complimentary First
Scheduled Maintenance
Service: 30 Days or
1,000 Miles
Lexus provides your first scheduled
maintenance service at no charge.
The service is performed at 30 days
or 1,000 miles, whichever occurs first,
and includes the items listed in the
chart on the next page. To obtain this
complimentary service, contact your
Lexus dealership.

Complimentary Second
Scheduled Maintenance
Service: Six Months or
5,000 Miles
Lexus also provides your second
scheduled maintenance service at no
charge. The service is performed at
six months or 5,000 miles, whichever
occurs first, and includes the items
listed in the chart on page 46. To
obtain this complimentary service,
contact your Lexus dealership.

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30 Days or 1,000 Miles
Complimentary First
Scheduled Maintenance Service

❏ Inspect body/chassis
❏ Check for fluid leaks
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Program Lexus Personalized Settings,
if requested

What are Lexus Personalized
Settings?
Your vehicle includes a variety of
electronic features that can be programmed to your preferences. For
example, doors can be programmed
to remain locked when you shift into
“Park.” (For more information, see the
“Customizable Features” section of
the Specifications chapter in your
Owner’s Manual.) Programming of
these features is performed once at
no charge, provided you obtain the
service at the 30-day/1,000-mile
scheduled maintenance service.
Programming of your Lexus Personalized Settings requires special equipment and may be performed only by
an authorized Lexus dealership.

MAINTENANCE

Date: ________ Mileage: ________
Notes:

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6 Months or 5,000 Miles1

12 Months or 10,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires 2

❏ Rotate tires 2

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS3)

❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots

Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis

❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers

Driving while towing:

❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: ________ Mileage: ________

Date: ________ Mileage: ________

Notes:

Notes:

1This service is complimentary when performed by an authorized Lexus dealership.
2Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
3Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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18 Months or 15,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires 2
❏ Clean air conditioner filter (ES, GS, IS)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings

___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD,
IS 250 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots

Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

Mileage: __________________________

Notes:

Scheduled Maintenance Log

MAINTENANCE

Date: ___________________________

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24 Months or 20,000 Miles

30 Months or 25,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Road-test 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

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

❏ 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)

Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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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 rotors; measure rotor runout (GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses

___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Manual transmission oil (IS 250)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage

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)

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

Scheduled Maintenance Log

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Date: _____________________________

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42 Months or 35,000 Miles

48 Months or 40,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots

Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis

❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers

Driving while towing:

❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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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, IS)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings

___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD,
IS 250 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots

Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

Scheduled Maintenance Log

MAINTENANCE

Date: _____________________________

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60 Months or 50,000 Miles

66 Months or 55,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Road-test 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

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

❏ 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)

Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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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 rotors; measure rotor runout (GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Replace spark plugs (GS, IS, LS)3
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Drive belt
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Engine valve clearance (SC)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel
tank vapor vent system hoses

___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Manual transmission oil (IS 250)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage

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)

Date: _____________________________

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

3Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.

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78 Months or 65,000 Miles

84 Months or 70,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots

Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis

❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers

Driving while towing:

❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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90 Months or 75,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires1
❏ Clean air conditioner filter (ES, GS, IS)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Drive belt
___Engine coolant (see page 67)

___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD,
IS 250 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots

Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

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Date: _____________________________

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96 Months or 80,000 Miles

102 Months or 85,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Road-test 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

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

❏ 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)

Driving while towing:

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❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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108 Months or 90,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires1
❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors; measure rotor runout (GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Replace timing belt (SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Drive belt
___Engine coolant (see page 67)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel
tank vapor vent system hoses

___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Manual transmission oil (IS 250)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage

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)

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

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Date: _____________________________

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114 Months or 95,000 Miles

120 Months or 100,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

❏ Road-test 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

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Replace engine coolant (see page 67)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots

Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis

❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

Driving while towing:

❏ Inspect engine air filter

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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126 Months or 105,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires1
❏ Clean air conditioner filter (ES, GS, IS)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ 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,
IS 250 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots

Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

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Date: _____________________________

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132 Months or 110,000 Miles

138 Months or 115,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

❏ Inspect engine coolant (see page 67)

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)

❏ Road-test vehicle

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

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

❏ 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)

Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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144 Months or 120,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires1
❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors; measure rotor runout (GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Replace spark plugs3 (for ES 350, use Denso FK20HR11
plugs or equivalent)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ Inspect the following:
___Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Drive belt
___Engine valve clearance (SC)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
___Front differential oil (GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel
tank vapor vent system hoses

___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Manual transmission oil (IS 250)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage

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)

Date: _____________________________

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

3Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.

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150 Months or 125,000 Miles

156 Months or 130,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

❏ Inspect engine coolant (see page 67)

❏ Road-test vehicle

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

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

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots

Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis

❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

Driving while towing:

❏ Inspect engine air filter

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

❏ Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❏ Inspect steering linkage and boots
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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162 Months or 135,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires1
❏ Clean air conditioner filter (ES, GS, IS)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ 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,
IS 250 AWD)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots

Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect engine air filter
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

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168 Months or 140,000 Miles

174 Months or 145,000 Miles

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset
reminder light

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Rotate tires1

❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors
(GS, IS, LS2)

❏ Inspect engine coolant (see page 67)

❏ Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC)

❏ Road-test vehicle

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions

❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors

Additional Maintenance Required
If You Drive Primarily Under the
Following Conditions
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
❏ Inspect axle shaft boots

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

❏ 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)

Driving while towing:

MAINTENANCE

❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis (ES)

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Date: _________ Mileage: _________

Notes:

Notes:

1Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
2Applies to LS 460 L with Touring Package.

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180 Months or 150,000 Miles
❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light
❏ Rotate tires1
❏ Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors; measure rotor runout (GS, IS, LS2)
❏ Replace air conditioner filter
❏ Replace brake fluid
❏ Replace engine air filter
❏ Replace engine coolant (see page 67)
❏ Visually inspect brake pads and rotors
❏ Road-test vehicle
❏ 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, IS 250 AWD)
___Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses

___Fuel tank cap gasket
___Manual transmission oil (IS 250)
___Rack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case for signs of leakage
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD)
___Transmission for signs of leakage

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)

Mileage: ____________________________

Notes:

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EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS

The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding
of the maintenance services that
should be performed on your vehicle.
The scheduled maintenance log indicates at which time/mileage intervals
each service should be performed.
Please note that many maintenance
services should be performed only
by a qualified technician.
For further information on
maintenance services that you
can perform yourself, see the
maintenance sections of your
Owner’s Manual.

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Air Conditioner Filter
Clean or replace at specified intervals. More frequent cleaning or
replacement may be required when
driving in dusty conditions.

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Axle Shaft Boots
Check the axle shaft boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration and
damage. Replace any damaged parts
and, if necessary, repack the grease.
A qualified technician should perform
these operations.

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Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering
linkage ball joints for looseness and
damage. Check all dust covers for
deterioration and damage. A qualified
technician should perform these
inspections.
Body Inspection
Visually check for corrosion, scratches and other damage. Check outer
body panels, inner panels of the hood
and doors, and underneath the vehicle. Apply touch-up paint to any chips
and scratches or have them repaired
by a qualified technician.
Brake Fluid
Replace using fluid type specified
in your Owner’s Manual. A qualified
technician should perform this
operation.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation.
Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of leakage. Replace
any deteriorated or damaged parts.
A qualified technician should perform
these operations.

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Brake Pads/Rotors and
Parking Brake Linings/Drums
Check brake pads and rotors for
excessive wear; check brake rotors
for runout. Check brake calipers for
fluid leakage. Check the parking
brake linings (shoes) and drums for
scoring, burning, fluid leakage, broken
parts and excessive wear. Some models are equipped with directional
rotors. When servicing these rotors,
reinstall at same location. A qualified
technician should perform these
operations. See inside front cover
for additional brake information.

necessary. When replacing, drain
and flush the cooling system and refill
with coolant. Always use Genuine
Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant or
similar high-quality non-silicate, nonamine, non-borate ethylene-glycol
coolant with long-life hybrid organic
acid technology (i.e., a combination
of low phosphates and organic acids).
A qualified technician should perform these operations.

Drive Belt
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear
and oiliness. Check the belt tension
and adjust if necessary. Replace the
belt if it is damaged.

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. Some models are equipped
with a replaceable oil-filter element
and oil-filter cap O-ring; replace both
at each oil change. For instructions on
how to reset the reminder light, refer
to your Owner’s Manual.

Engine Air Filter
Check for damage, excessive wear
and oiliness. Replace if necessary.

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Engine Coolant
When inspecting, visually check
the engine coolant level on the seethrough reservoir. Add coolant as

Note: Initial replacement is at 120
months/100,000 miles. Replace
every 60 months/50,000 miles
thereafter.

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Engine Valve Clearance (SC)
Inspect for excessive lifter noise and
engine vibration and adjust if necessary. (All other models are equipped
with hydraulic valve lash adjusters that
require no periodic clearance inspection or adjustment.)
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 connections and replace parts as necessary.

MAINTENANCE

Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel
Tank Band and Fuel Tank Vapor
Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage, cracks, and loose or leaking
connections. Tighten connections
and replace parts as necessary.

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Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and damage and replace if
necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis
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sion-member retaining bolts matches
torque measurements specified in the
Repair Manual.
Power Steering Fluid
When inspecting, visually check the
power steering fluid level on the seethrough reservoir. Add fluid as necessary. 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, transmission, brakes and steering. Also check
for abnormal noise or vibration from
any part of the vehicle.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified interval. A qualified technician should perform this
operation. To ensure optimum engine
performance on ES 350, replace only
with Denso FK20HR11 plugs or
equivalent.

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Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for
excessive freeplay in the steering
wheel. Inspect the linkage for bending
and damage and the dust boots for
deterioration, cracks and damage.
Replace any damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these
operations.
Timing Belt (SC)
Replace every 90,000 miles or
108 months. A qualified technician
should perform this operation.
Timing Chain (ES, GS, IS, LS)
The ES, GS, IS and LS are equipped
with a timing chain that requires no
periodic inspection.

Transfer Case/Transmission
Inspect each transfer case/transmission component for signs of leakage.
If you discover any leakage, have it
repaired immediately by a qualified
technician.
Note: The transfer case/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 dipstick on the transmission. Any repairs that require adding
or replacing fluid should be performed by a qualified technician following procedures in Lexus service
and repair publications.

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Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according
to the instructions in your Owner’s
Manual. When rotating tires, check
pressure and check for damage and
uneven wear. If the spare is not rotated, check the condition and pressure
of the spare.

When a sensor’s long-life lithium battery becomes discharged, the battery
should be replaced by a qualified
technician following procedures in
Lexus service and repair publications.

Tire-Pressure Warning Sensors
A tire-pressure sensor is mounted on
each full-size wheel. These sensors
do not require periodic maintenance.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

Model

Body style

In-service date

Mileage at delivery

Selling dealership

Selling dealership phone number

MAINTENANCE

Key number

70

Vehicle Identification Number

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Air conditioner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 66
Axle shaft boots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 66
Ball joints and dust covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 66
Body inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 66
Brakes
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .inside front cover
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42, 66
Lines and hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 66
Pads/rotors and linings/drums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 67
Collision repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Dispute resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9–13, 21
Drive belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 67

INDEX

Complimentary services
Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 44–45
Other services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–6

Emergency repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37–38
Engine air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 67
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43, 46–65*, 67
Engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43, 46–65*, 67
Engine valve clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 68
Exhaust pipes and mountings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 68
Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and
fuel tank vapor vent system hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 68
Fuel tank cap gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 68
Inspections, general maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42–43
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

*See scheduled maintenance log for maintenance interval.

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Lexus Personalized Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1, 4, 45
Loaner vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Maintenance
As related to warranty coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 30, 35, 40
Complimentary first and second services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 44–46
Explanation of maintenance items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66–69
General maintenance and inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42–43
Importance of maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Scheduled maintenance log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45–65
Where to obtain maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .inside front cover, 35, 41

INDEX

Nuts and bolts on chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 68
Oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 67
Owner responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 29, 30, 35–38
Parts replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 16, 25, 31, 36
Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42, 68
Pre-delivery service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Quality control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Rack and pinion assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 68
Road test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 68
Roadside assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1, 5–6
Service agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Service history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Smog-check tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 31
Spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53, 61, 68
Steering linkage and boots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 69

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Timing belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57, 69
Timing chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Tire inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 69
Tire-pressure warning sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Tires, warranty coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 69
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–65*, 69
Travel protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

INDEX

Warranty coverages
Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
California Emission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28–32
Corrosion perforation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Coverages at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Federal Emission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22–27
General provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16–17
Powertrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Restraint systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
What is not covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 19–21, 23, 29

*See scheduled maintenance log for maintenance interval.

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If your name or address
has changed or if you
purchased your Lexus
as a used vehicle, please
complete and mail one
of the attached cards,
even if your warranty
coverage has expired.
This will enable Lexus
to contact you with
important product or
safety updates concerning your vehicle. If there
is no longer a card
attached, please call
the Lexus Customer
Satisfaction Department
at (800) 255-3987.

❏

Secondary phone number

This information is obtained solely for the use of Lexus. Lexus occasionally sends special
promotional offers to registered owners. Check here if you prefer not to receive these offers.

E-mail address:

City

❏ Dr.

Company name

M.I.

❏ Miss

Street address or P.O. Box

❏ Ms.

Day

State

Apt. or suite number

Last name

Mo.

Zip code

Check here if
address below
is for company: ❏

Year

8:21 PM

Primary phone number

First name

❏ Mrs.

Today’s date:

7/3/07

❏ Mr.

Vehicle Identification Number (required to process change)

❏ Same owner, name and/or address changed
❏ Same owner, additional driver who should receive product/safety updates
❏ New owner, purchased vehicle used from a Lexus dealership on this date:
❏ New owner, purchased vehicle used from other than a Lexus dealership on this date:

Check one:

Owner Information Change Form

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If your name or address
has changed or if you
purchased your Lexus
as a used vehicle, please
complete and mail one
of the attached cards,
even if your warranty
coverage has expired.
This will enable Lexus
to contact you with
important product or
safety updates concerning your vehicle. If there
is no longer a card
attached, please call
the Lexus Customer
Satisfaction Department
at (800) 255-3987.

❏

Secondary phone number

This information is obtained solely for the use of Lexus. Lexus occasionally sends special
promotional offers to registered owners. Check here if you prefer not to receive these offers.

E-mail address:

City

❏ Dr.

Company name

M.I.

❏ Miss

Street address or P.O. Box

❏ Ms.

Day

State

Apt. or suite number

Last name

Mo.

Zip code

Check here if
address below
is for company: ❏

Year

8:22 PM

Primary phone number

First name

❏ Mrs.

Today’s date:

7/3/07

❏ Mr.

Vehicle Identification Number (required to process change)

❏ Same owner, name and/or address changed
❏ Same owner, additional driver who should receive product/safety updates
❏ New owner, purchased vehicle used from a Lexus dealership on this date:
❏ New owner, purchased vehicle used from other than a Lexus dealership on this date:

Check one:

Owner Information Change Form

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