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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Introduction
If You Need Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The Lexus Commitment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Warranty Coverages at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
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COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES
AMENITIES
4 Complimentary Services
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COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES
AMENITIES
• Reset maintenance reminder Travel Protection
light Lexus will reimburse for a rental car
• Rotate tires for up to five days and for overnight
lodging for up to three nights (not to
• Visually inspect brake pads,
exceed $200 per night) if all of the
calipers and rotors
following occur:
• Check installation of driver’s
• Your vehicle becomes inopera-
floor mat
ble or unsafe to drive when you
• Road-test vehicle are more than 100 miles from
If you do the majority of your driving home.
under certain special operating con- • Your vehicle’s malfunction is
ditions, additional items are included caused by a warranty-covered
in this service. See the “12 Months or condition.
10,000 Miles” chart on page 48.
• Repairs will take longer than
eight hours to complete.
Loaner Vehicle
If your vehicle must be kept overnight To obtain reimbursement for rental
at a Lexus dealership for a warranty- car and lodging expenses, contact a
covered condition that requires more Lexus dealership service consultant.
than eight hours to repair, Lexus will
provide you with a complimentary
loaner vehicle for up to five days.
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COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES
AMENITIES
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AMENITIES
Quality Control cost of specific repairs beyond the
You may have noticed a few miles on factory warranty period. They also
the odometer when you took delivery cover services such as towing, substi-
of your Lexus. This mileage is a result tute transportation and lodging to
of the comprehensive process used to minimize your inconvenience should
ensure the quality of your vehicle. This your vehicle require repair. Lexus
process includes extensive inspec- vehicle service agreements are avail-
tions during and after production. The able with a variety of coverage
final inspection takes place at the sell- options. A Lexus dealership sales
ing dealership and includes a road- consultant can help you select the
test conducted by a trained Lexus plan that’s best for you.
technician.
Body Repairs
If you’d like to know more about
Lexus quality-control procedures, ask If you’re involved in a collision, you
a Lexus dealership service consultant. want your vehicle to be returned to
its pre-accident condition when
Vehicle Service History repaired. That’s why it is important to
make sure repairs are made only with
When you have your vehicle serviced
Genuine Lexus Parts. Some repair
at a Lexus dealership, your service
shops and insurance companies may
information is recorded in the Lexus
suggest using imitation or salvaged
National Service History database.
parts to save money. However, these
This is the first database of its kind in
parts do not meet Lexus’ high stan-
the automotive industry. It can be
dards for quality, fit and corrosion
accessed by any Lexus dealership in
resistance. In addition, imitation and
the United States — a great conven-
salvaged parts (and any damage or
ience if you relocate or need to have
failures they may cause) are not cov-
your vehicle serviced while traveling.
ered by any Lexus warranty.
Vehicle Service Agreements The best way to ensure that your vehi-
If you plan to keep your vehicle for cle is repaired with Genuine Lexus
several years or if you accumulate Parts is to take it to a Lexus dealer-
mileage quickly, you may want to pur- ship. Each dealership works with
chase a Lexus vehicle service agree- selected collision repair centers that
ment. These agreements cover the meet Lexus’ strict requirements for
training, equipment, quality and cus- can also access a service utility to
tomer satisfaction. These repair cen- register the keys to the vehicle if all
ters use Genuine Lexus Parts exclu- registered keys have been lost.
sively in the repair of Lexus vehicles. If you lock your key in your vehicle
and do not have a spare, your dealer
The Smart Key can make a new mechanical key from
Your Lexus vehicle was made with the code on the key-number plate.
two “Smart Keys” and an aluminum Certain bonded/registered lock-
key-number plate. Each Smart Key smiths may also be able to generate
includes an electronic main key that a replacement mechanical key. If a
has an integrated mechanical back-up Lexus dealer is not available, please
key. The electronic key controls the refer to www.aloa.org to find a bond-
remote-entry and theft-deterrent sys- ed/registered locksmith who per-
tems, enables the push-button start forms high-security key service.
switch and controls the engine immo-
bilizer. The mechanical key can be Keeping the Key Safe
removed from the electronic key and Replacing a Smart Key may be costly.
used to operate the driver’s door lock, We advise you to keep a spare Smart
the glove box lock and the trunk lock Key and the key-number plate in a
(if equipped). safe place. If you record the key num-
ber in more than one place, do not
Replacing the Key record it in a way that can be easily
Your Lexus dealer can generate identified and associated with the
replacement keys. Certain bonded/ vehicle. For example, don’t leave the
registered locksmiths may also be number somewhere that can be
able to generate replacement keys. accessed by a valet. It is wise to keep
When ordering a new key, bring all a copy of the key number outside of
keys for the vehicle to your dealer- the vehicle.
ship. If a Smart Key or the key-num-
ber plate is not available, a Lexus
dealer or certain locksmiths can
obtain the key code from a restricted-
access database. These businesses
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or general manager for assistance. In Torrance, CA 90509-2991
most cases, a satisfactory solution can Whether calling or writing, please
be reached at this step. provide the following information:
• 17-digit Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) found on the
vehicle registration paperwork
and on the certification label
located inside the driver’s
door jamb
• Current vehicle mileage
• Name of your selling and servic-
ing Lexus dealerships
• Your day and evening telephone
numbers
Introduction 9
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commercial purposes unless the
Lemon Laws of your state cover vehi- an inspection is required).
cles used for commercial purposes;
How do I request arbitration?
or 2) claims that an air bag failed to
To initiate arbitration, you must com-
deploy or deployed when it should
plete an NCDS customer claim form
not have; or 3) disputes regarding
and mail it to NCDS. A claim form
fires and/or accidents and/or theft.
is included in the Lemon Law Guide
Since there are other additional
located in your vehicle, or you may
exclusions, please contact NCDS
request a form by calling NCDS at
for further information on eligibility
(866) 272-4872. When you call,
guidelines. You must file a request
please have ready your vehicle identi-
for arbitration with NCDS within six
fication number (VIN), the names of
months of the expiration of the eligi-
your selling and servicing dealerships,
bility period, provided the concern
and the current mileage on your
or alleged defect was brought to the
Lexus.
attention of Lexus or one of its dealers
during the eligibility period.
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What types of decisions are ren- Are there limits to the scope
dered, and how do I know if of arbitrated decisions?
Lexus will abide by the decision Arbitrated decisions do not include:
of the arbitrator(s)? • Attorney fees
Arbitrated decisions are based on
what the arbitrator(s) believe to be • Punitive damages
fair and equitable after applying the • Multiple damages
appropriate legal standards. Remedies • Consequential damages, other
include but are not limited to repairs; than incidental damages that you
reimbursement for repairs and inci- may be entitled to under law
dental expenses, such as towing costs;
and repurchase or replacement of What other recourse do I have?
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your vehicle. If you are dissatisfied with the arbitra-
The decision of the arbitrator(s) is tor’s decision or Lexus’ compliance,
binding on Lexus but not on you. you may pursue any other legal reme-
Lexus must comply with the decision dies available to you, including small
shortly after it is rendered, usually claims court. You should be aware
within 30 days of your acceptance that the decision of the arbitrator(s)
of the decision. NCDS will contact is admissible as evidence in any legal
you within 10 days of scheduled proceedings concerning your vehicle.
compliance to ensure that Lexus
Is the Dispute Settlement
has complied in a timely manner.
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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You have purchased one of the finest along with an unparalleled commit-
vehicles built in the world today, and it ment from Lexus to ensuring your sat-
is backed by one of the finest war- isfaction. You can be confident — as
ranties in the industry. This excellent we are — that you’ll enjoy owning your
warranty coverage demonstrates not Lexus as much as you enjoy driving it.
only our confidence in Lexus vehicles,
but also our commitment to every
This section of the Warranty and
Lexus customer. We’re dedicated to
Services Guide describes the
ensuring that you enjoy exceptional
terms of Lexus warranty cover-
quality, dependability and peace of
age as well as general owner
mind throughout your ownership
responsibilities. The section be-
experience.
ginning on page 39 describes
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14 Introduction
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
WARRANTY COVERAGES AT A GLANCE
Introduction
Basic 48 months / 50,000 miles
Hybrid System 96 months / 100,000 miles
Powertrain 72 months / 70,000 miles
Restraint Systems 72 months / 70,000 miles
Corrosion Perforation 72 months / Unlimited miles
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 months
Emission Control Warranty
Page 15
*Specific components may have longer coverage under terms of the Powertrain Warranty. ✝Also applies to Arizona, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey,
Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington vehicles equipped with a
California Certified Emission Control System. Vehicles covered by this warranty are also
covered by the Federal Emission Control Warranty.
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Limitations
The performance of necessary
repairs and adjustments is the exclu-
sive 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.
Any implied warranty of merchant-
ability or fitness for a particular
purpose is limited to the duration
of these written warranties. Some
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states do not allow restrictions on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so this
limitation may not apply to you.
WHAT IS COVERED
AND HOW LONG
ered for 12 months or 20,000 miles, internal parts, timing belt and cover,
whichever occurs first. flywheel, oil pan, water pump, fuel
pump, engine mounts, engine control
Hybrid System Warranty computer, seals and gaskets.
This warranty covers repairs needed
Transmission
to correct defects in materials or work-
Front motor/generators, case and
manship of the components listed
all internal parts, mounts, seals and
here and supplied by Lexus, subject to
gaskets.
the exceptions indicated under “What
Is Not Covered” on pages 19–20: Front-Wheel-Drive System
• Battery control module (battery Axle shaft, hub, bearings, seals and
voltage sensor) gaskets.
• Hybrid battery Rear-Wheel-Drive System
• Hybrid control module (power Rear motor/generator, differential
management control module) carrier assembly, axle carrier, axle
• Inverter with converter case, axle bearing, axle shaft, seals
and gaskets.
Coverage is for 96 months or 100,000
miles, whichever occurs first. Restraint Systems Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed
to correct defects in materials or
workmanship of any seatbelt or air This warranty does not cover damage
bag system supplied by Lexus, subject or failures resulting directly or indi-
to the exceptions indicated under rectly from any of the following:
“What Is Not Covered” on pages • Fire, accidents or theft
19–20.
• Abuse or negligence
Coverage is for 72 months or
70,000 miles, whichever occurs first. • Misuse — for example, racing
or overloading
For vehicles sold and registered in
Kansas, the warranty for seatbelts and • Improper repairs
related components is 10 years, • Alteration or tampering, includ-
regardless of mileage. ing installation of non-Genuine
Lexus Accessories
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Corrosion Perforation • Lack of or improper mainte-
Warranty nance, including use of fluids
This warranty covers repair or other than those specified in
replacement of any original body the Owner’s Manual
panel that develops perforation from
• Installation of non-Genuine
corrosion (rust-through), subject to
Lexus Parts
the exceptions indicated under “What
Is Not Covered” on pages 19–20. • Airborne chemicals, tree sap,
road debris (including stone
Coverage is for 72 months, regard-
chips), rail dust, salt, hail, floods,
less of mileage.
wind storms, lightning and other
For information on how to protect environmental conditions
your vehicle from corrosion, see the
• Water contamination
section entitled “Service Procedures
and Specifications — Body” in the
Owner’s Manual.
Towing
When your vehicle is inoperable due
to failure of a warranted part, towing
service to the nearest authorized
Lexus dealership is covered.
This warranty also does not cover the Vehicles With Unknown Vehicle
following: Identification Number
Any vehicle for which the original
Tires factory-assigned vehicle identification
Tires are covered by a separate war- number cannot be determined.
ranty provided by the tire manufac-
turer. See page 34. Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been issued
Normal Wear and Tear a “salvage” title or similar title under
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions any state’s law; or has ever been
and other deterioration caused by declared a “total loss” or equivalent
normal wear and tear. by a financial institution or insurer,
such as by payment for a claim in lieu
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Maintenance Expense*
of repairs because the cost of repairs
Normal maintenance services such
exceeded the cash value of the vehi-
as engine tune-ups; replacement of
cle. This exclusion does not apply to
fluids and filters; lubrication; cleaning
the emission control warranties.
and polishing; replacement of spark
plugs and fuses; and replacement of Incidental Damages
worn wiper blades, brake pads/linings Incidental or consequential damages
and clutch linings. associated with a vehicle failure. Such
damages include but are not limited
Vehicles With Altered Odometer
to inconvenience; the cost of trans-
Failure of a vehicle on which the
portation, telephone calls and lodg-
odometer has been altered so that
ing; the loss of personal or commer-
actual vehicle mileage cannot be
cial property; and the loss of pay or
readily determined.
revenue.
*Lexus provides the first two scheduled maintenance services at no charge. See page 4 for details.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
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For the requirements applicable to
from breach of this written war- your state, see the appropriate page
ranty or any implied warranty. of the Lemon Law Guide located in
Any implied warranty of mer- your vehicle.
chantability or fitness for a partic-
ular purpose is limited to the
duration of this written warranty,
except in states where this limita-
tion is not allowed.
WHAT IS COVERED
AND HOW LONG
warranty be in effect for two years or regulations, Lexus will make all nec-
24,000 miles from the vehicle’s in- essary repairs if both of the following
service date, whichever occurs first. occur:
However, under the terms of the Basic
Warranty, Lexus provides coverage • Your vehicle fails to meet appli-
of four years or 50,000 miles, which- cable emissions standards as
ever occurs first. Specific components determined by an EPA-approved
may have longer coverage under the emissions test.
terms of the Powertrain Warranty. • This failure results or will result in
Additionally, components marked some penalty to you — such as a
“8/80” in the parts list on pages fine or denial of the right to use
23–24 have coverage of eight years your vehicle — under local, state
or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs or federal law.
first. 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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Covered” section of the New Vehicle
– Airflow sensor
Limited Warranty also apply to this
warranty. – Engine control module (8/80)
– Throttle body
– Other components
Catalyst System
• Catalytic converter and
protector (8/80)
• Constricted fuel filler neck
• Exhaust manifold
• Exhaust pipe (manifold to cata-
lyst and/or catalyst to catalyst)
Ignition System
• Distributor and internal parts
• Ignition coil and ignitor
• Ignition wires
• Spark plugs†
8/80 = Covered for eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
*Covered under the Hybrid System Warranty for eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
†Warranted until first required maintenance under terms of the California Emission Control Warranty.
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be performed by you or by any auto- that are not equivalent in quality to
motive service provider you choose. Genuine Lexus Parts may impair the
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim effectiveness of the emission control
solely because you used a service systems.
provider other than a Lexus dealer- If you use replacement parts that have
ship for maintenance and repairs. maintenance or replacement sched-
However, any failure or noncompli- ules different from those of Genuine
ance caused by improper mainte- Lexus Parts, you must follow the main-
nance or repairs is not covered by tenance and replacement schedules
this warranty. 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.
DEALER CERTIFICATE
We (the dealership) want you to know used in accordance with the written
that at the time your new Lexus vehi- instructions for proper mainte-
cle is being delivered: nance and use, Lexus will remedy
1) On the basis of written notification the nonconformity free of charge
furnished by Lexus, we have knowl- under the terms of the Emission
edge that the vehicle is covered by Performance Warranty.
an EPA Certificate of Conformity. 5)If vehicle was used as a company
2)We have visually inspected those car or demonstrator, check box
emission control devices or por- and complete the following:
tions thereof that are visible without ■ The vehicle with which this state-
removing or adjusting any compo- ment is delivered was placed into
nents or systems, emissions-related service as a company car or
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or otherwise. On the basis of this demonstrator prior to delivery.
inspection, there are no apparent The Emission Performance
deficiencies in the installation of Warranty period commenced on
emission control devices by Lexus. the date the vehicle was first
(For purposes of this certificate, placed into service, which was
“emission control devices” is limited ____________________________________
to devices installed on a vehicle for Month Day Year
the sole or primary purpose of con- Note: The dealership makes no repre-
trolling emissions and which were sentation or warranty that the emission
not in general use before 1968.) control system or any part thereof is
3)We have performed all emission without defect or that the system will
control system preparations perform properly. The Emission
required by Lexus prior to the sale Performance Warranty referred to
of the vehicle as set forth in Lexus’ in Paragraph 4 and furnished with
current pre-delivery service manual. the vehicle is solely that of the manu-
facturer.
4)Except as may be provided in
Paragraph 5, if this vehicle fails an This statement is required by section
EPA-approved emissions test with- 207 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C.
in three months or 4,000 miles 7541) and the EPA regulations issued
(whichever comes first) of delivery thereunder.
to the ultimate purchaser, and the ____________________________________
vehicle has been maintained and Dealership name
YOUR WARRANTY
RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS
1) For three years or 50,000 miles, You are responsible for performance
whichever occurs first: of the required maintenance indicated
• If your vehicle fails a smog-check in the Owner’s Manual and this guide.
test, all necessary repairs and Lexus recommends that you retain all
adjustments will be made by receipts covering maintenance on
Lexus to ensure that your vehicle your vehicle, but Lexus cannot deny
passes the test. This is your warranty coverage solely for the lack
Emission Control System of receipts or your failure to ensure
PERFORMANCE WARRANTY. the performance of all scheduled
maintenance.
• If an emissions-related part listed
on pages 23–24 is defective, the You are responsible for presenting
part will be repaired or replaced your vehicle to a Lexus dealership as
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by Lexus. This is your SHORT- soon as a problem exists. The warran-
TERM Emission Control System ty repairs should be completed in a
DEFECT WARRANTY. reasonable amount of time, not to
Note: Under the terms of the exceed 30 days.
Basic Warranty, Lexus provides You should also be aware that Lexus
coverage of four years or may deny you warranty coverage if
50,000 miles, whichever occurs your vehicle or a part has failed due
first. Specific components may to abuse, neglect, improper mainte-
have longer coverage under nance or unapproved modifications.
the terms of the Powertrain If you have any questions regarding
Warranty. your warranty rights and responsibili-
2)For seven years or 70,000 miles, ties, you should contact the Lexus
whichever occurs first: Customer Satisfaction Department at
• If an emissions-related part listed (800) 255-3987 or the California
on pages 30–31 is defective, the Air Resources Board, Mobile Source
part will be repaired or replaced Control Division, at 9528 Telstar
by Lexus. This is your LONG- Avenue, P.O. Box 8001, El Monte,
TERM Emission Control System CA 91734-8001.
DEFECT WARRANTY.
These warranty obligations do not The parts listed here are covered for
apply to failures or noncompliance seven years or 70,000 miles from the
caused by: vehicle’s in-service date, whichever
• The use of replacement parts occurs first.
not certified in accordance with
Air Conditioning System
aftermarket parts certification
• Compressor with motor
regulations.
• Condenser
• The use of replacement parts not
equivalent in quality or design to • Evaporator
original equipment parts. • Expansion valve no. 1
Provisions under the “What Is Not
Air/Fuel Metering System
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Catalyst System
• Exhaust front pipe (including
catalytic converter)
• Exhaust manifold
MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY
be performed by you or by any auto-
Ignition System motive service provider you choose.
• Knock sensor Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you used a service
provider other than a Lexus dealer-
ship for maintenance and repairs.
However, any failure or noncompli-
ance caused by improper mainte-
nance or repairs is not covered by
this warranty.
*Covered under the Hybrid System Warranty for eight years or 100,000 miles,
whichever occurs first.
that are not equivalent in quality to denied, Lexus will notify you in writing
Genuine Lexus Parts may impair the of the reason within the same period.
effectiveness of the emission control If we fail to do so, we will repair your
systems. vehicle free of charge. The only
If you use replacement parts that have exceptions allowed are when you
maintenance or replacement sched- request or agree to a delay, or when
ules different from those of Genuine a delay is caused by factors beyond
Lexus Parts, you must follow the main- the control of Lexus or the dealership.
tenance and replacement schedules For information on how to obtain
for the parts you are using. In addition, service under the Emission Defect
you should ensure that such parts are Warranty, see page 37, “Obtaining
warranted by their manufacturers to Warranty Service.”
be equivalent to Genuine Lexus Parts.
IF YOU HAVE
REPAIR DELAYS QUESTIONS
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GENERAL WHERE TO GO
INFORMATION FOR MAINTENANCE
You are responsible for ensuring that You may have maintenance per-
your Lexus is operated and main- formed on your vehicle by any quali-
tained according to the instructions fied person or facility. However, Lexus
in the Owner’s Manual and the recommends having maintenance
“Maintenance Information” section performed by an authorized Lexus
of this guide. dealership.
You should keep detailed records of Lexus dealership technicians are spe-
vehicle maintenance, since under cially trained to maintain and repair
some circumstances they may be Lexus vehicles. They stay current on
required for warranty coverage. the latest service information through
These records should include date of Lexus technical bulletins, service pub-
service, mileage at time of service lications and training courses. Many
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and a description of service per- are also certified through the Lexus
formed and/or parts installed. For Commitment to Perfection Certifica-
your convenience, maintenance logs tion Program, which requires special-
are included in the “Maintenance ized, state-of-the-art training as well
Information” section of this guide. If as rigorous exams through both
you sell your vehicle, you should give Lexus and the National Institute for
your maintenance records to the new Automotive Service Excellence.
owner. You can be confident you’re getting
Lexus will not deny a warranty claim the best possible service for your
solely because you do not have vehicle when you take it to a Lexus
records to show that you maintained dealership. Plus, a Lexus dealership
your vehicle. However, damage or will always use Genuine Lexus Parts
failures caused by lack of proper designed specifically for your vehicle.
maintenance are not covered under
warranty.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
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BY GEOGRAPHIC
REGION EMERGENCY REPAIRS
WARRANTY
Lexus dealership should be per-
Outside the United States, formed by a qualified technician
U.S. Territories and Canada following procedures in Lexus
service and repair publications.
If you are using your vehicle outside
the United States, U.S. territories and Please refer to the important
Canada and need warranty service, safety precautions found on
contact a local Lexus dealership. the inside front cover of this
Please note, however, that your vehi- booklet.
cle may not be repaired free of
charge because the local Lexus dis- If your vehicle is inoperable or unsafe
tributor may have no obligation to to drive and there is no Lexus dealer-
provide warranty service for your ship reasonably available to make
vehicle, and/or your vehicle may not repairs, you may perform the repairs
comply with local regulatory or envi- yourself or have them performed by
ronmental requirements. another automotive service provider.
Lexus will reimburse you for any of
the repairs that are covered by war-
ranty. To receive reimbursement,
present to an authorized Lexus deal-
ership your paid repair invoices and
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To ensure that your vehicle receives any Lexus dealership in the U.S. — a
first-quality service and factory- great convenience if you relocate or
authorized parts, Lexus recommends need to have your vehicle serviced
having maintenance performed by while traveling.
an authorized Lexus dealership. To You can be confident you’re getting
locate your nearest authorized Lexus the best possible service for your
dealership, log on to www.lexus.com vehicle when you take it to a Lexus
or contact Lexus Customer Satisfac- dealership. Don’t trust your invest-
tion at (800) 255-3987. ment to anything less than a team of
Lexus dealership technicians are Lexus specialists.
experts in the maintenance and repair
of Lexus vehicles. They stay current
Maintenance and repairs not
on the latest service information
performed by an authorized
through Lexus technical bulletins,
Lexus dealership should be per-
service publications and training
formed by a qualified technician
courses. Many are also certified
following procedures in Lexus
through the Lexus Commitment to
service and repair publications.
Perfection Certification Program,
which requires specialized, state-of- Please refer to the important
the-art training as well as rigorous safety precautions found on
exams through both Lexus and the the inside front cover of this
National Institute for Automotive booklet.
Service Excellence.
Additionally, when you have your
MAINTENANCE
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Introduction 43
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Settings, if requested
• Reset maintenance reminder
light
• Rotate tires
Complimentary Second
Scheduled Maintenance
Service: 12 Months or
10,000 Miles
Lexus also provides your second
scheduled maintenance service at no
charge. The service is performed at
12 months or 10,000 miles, whichev-
er occurs first. To obtain this service,
contact your Lexus dealership. Your
complimentary service will include
these items:
• Replace engine oil with 0W-20
oil; replace oil filter
• Reset maintenance reminder
light
• Rotate tires
• Visually inspect brake pads,
calipers and rotors
• Check installation of driver’s
floor mat
• Road-test vehicle
If you do the majority of your driving
MAINTENANCE
NOTES
MAINTENANCE
1This service, excluding maintenance required for special operating conditions, is complimentary when performed by an
authorized Lexus dealership.
2This service is complimentary when performed by an authorized Lexus dealership.
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
MAINTENANCE
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving on dirt roads or on 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
MAINTENANCE
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
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If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
MAINTENANCE
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving on dirt roads or on 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
MAINTENANCE
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
MAINTENANCE
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
MAINTENANCE
❏ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving on dirt roads or on 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
MAINTENANCE
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
MAINTENANCE
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
MAINTENANCE
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
MAINTENANCE
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
MAINTENANCE
If you drive primarily under this special operating condition, perform these additional
items:
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The following descriptions are provid- Ball Joints and Dust Covers
ed to give you a better understanding Check the suspension and steering
of the maintenance services that linkage ball joints for looseness and
should be performed on your vehicle. damage. Check all dust covers for
The scheduled maintenance log indi- deterioration and damage. A qualified
cates at which time/mileage intervals technician should perform these
each service should be performed. inspections.
Please note that many maintenance
services should be performed only Battery: 12-Volt (Auxiliary
by a qualified technician. Battery)
The original-equipment 12-volt
battery, located on the right side of
For further information on the luggage compartment, is a sealed,
maintenance services that you maintenance-free special-application
can perform yourself, see the battery that is different from a
maintenance sections of your conventional automotive battery.
Owner’s Manual. Replacement batteries are available
from your Lexus dealership.
Air Conditioner Filter
Replace at specified intervals. More Battery: Hybrid (Traction
frequent replacement may be re- Battery)
quired when driving in dusty condi- The hybrid battery is a NiMH (nickel
tions, heavy traffic areas, urban areas, metal hydride) compact, high-output
desert areas or dirt roads. Refer to battery. This battery does not require
your Owner’s Manual for service regular maintenance. However, if the
details. vehicle is parked for a long time, the
MAINTENANCE
jump-start to the 12-volt battery, con- Brake Pads, Calipers and Rotors
tact your Lexus dealership. Check brake pads and rotors for
Any repairs to the hybrid battery or excessive wear; check brake rotors
hybrid system should be performed for runout. Check brake calipers for
by a qualified technician following fluid leakage. A qualified technician
procedures in Lexus service and should perform these inspections.
repair publications. Please refer to
Driver’s Floor Mat
the important safety precautions on
• Only use the driver’s floor mat
the inside front cover of this booklet.
designed specifically for the
Body Inspection model and model year of your
Visually check for corrosion, scratch- vehicle, such as Lexus Genuine
es and other damage. Check outer floor mats.
body panels, inner panels of the hood • Always properly secure the dri-
and doors, and underneath the vehi- ver’s floor mat using the retaining
cle. Apply touch-up paint to any chips hooks.
and scratches or have them repaired • Never install another floor mat
by a qualified technician. on top of the existing driver’s
floor mat.
Brake Fluid
Replace using fluid type specified • Never install the driver’s floor
in your Owner’s Manual. A qualified mat upside down.
technician should perform this
operation. Engine Air Filter
Check for excessive dirt, damage and
oiliness. Replace if necessary.
MAINTENANCE
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Model
In-service date
Mileage at delivery
Selling dealership
Complimentary services
Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 45–46
Other services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–6
Dispute resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9–13, 21
Driver’s floor mat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 69
Emergency repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37–38
Engine air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 69
Engine and inverter coolants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42, 48–67*, 70
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42, 48–67*, 70
Engine valve clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Exhaust pipes and mountings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 71
Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and
fuel tank vapor vent system hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 71
Fuel tank cap gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 71
Hybrid battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .inside front cover, 42, 68
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Nuts and bolts on chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 71
Oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 70
Owner responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 29, 31, 35–38
Parts replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 16, 25, 32, 36
Pre-delivery service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Quality control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Rack and pinion assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 71
Road test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48–67*, 71
Roadside assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1, 6
Running out of fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .inside front cover
Service agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Service history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
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Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
California Emission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28–33
Corrosion perforation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Coverages at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Federal Emission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22–27
General provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16–17
Hybrid system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Powertrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Restraint systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18–19
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
What is not covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 19–21, 23, 30
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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
the attached card,
even if your warranty
coverage has expired.
This will enable Lexus
to contact you with
important product or
safety updates concerning
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your vehicle. If there is no
longer a card attached,
please call the Lexus
Customer Satisfaction
Department at
(800) 255-3987.
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