For optimal safety and performance, Lexus recommends servicing your vehicle every 5,000 miles or 6 months.
The Lexus Major Maintenance Schedule service checklist occurs at the following mileage intervals: 15,000, 30,000, 45,000, 60,000, 75,000, 90,000, etc.
Lexus Major Maintenance consists of the following maintenance checks for 15,000, 45,000 and 75,000 miles:
- Change engine oil and oil filter
- Inspect and adjust all drive belts
- Inspect all fluid levels, correct as needed (battery, transmission, differential, coolant, windshield wiper, etc.)
- Check & adjust brake fluid condition, master cylinder and brake booster
- Remove, clean, adjust and wheels
- Inspect wheel linings, cylinders, pads, calipers, hydraulic lines, fittings and hoses
- Rotate tires & balance wheels
- Check tire wear and pressure
- Inspect steering and shocks
- Inspect drive shaft boots, clamps, ball joints and dust covers
- Replace wiper inserts
- Inspect spark plug wiring and connectors
- Inspect and tighten exhaust and manifold bolts
- Inspect cooling system and cabin air filter
- Service battery and clean terminals
- Check all lights for proper operation
- Check door locks/handles/hood latches; lubricate
- Road test
Lexus Major Maintenance consists of the following maintenance checks for 30,000, 60,000* and 90,000** miles:
- Change engine oil and oil filter
- Inspect engine timing belt
- Inspect all fluid levels, drain and correct as needed (battery, differential, coolant, etc.)
- Inspect ball joints, front suspension, tires for wear and correct tire pressure
- Check operation of lights and wipers
- Lubricate doors, hood hinges and chassis
- Balance & rotate tires
- Replace drive belt*
- Change brake fluid, inspect parking brake system, master cylinder and brake booster, adjust as needed
- Replace wiper inserts
- Replace platinum tip spark plugs**
- Replace PCV filter*
- Replace engine timing belt**
- Remove wheels, clean, adjust and inspect linings, wheel cylinders, pads and calipers, all hydraulic lines, fittings and hoses
- Change power steering fluid (if applicable)
- Coolant system service, flush radiator and replace coolant
- Replace fuel filter (if applicable)
- Inspect & tighten exhaust and manifold bolts
- Tighten chassis bolts
- Service battery and clean terminals
- Replace engine air filter and A/C cabin air filter
- Service transmission - automatic change fluid (if applicable)
- Road test
* At 60,000 miles only
**At 90,000 miles only