2002 Lexus GS 430 User Guide 1 - Page 101

E X P L A N AT I O N OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS M A I N T E N A N C E 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 mileage/time 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 "Service Procedures and Specifications" section of your Owner's Manual. Air Conditioner Filter Replace as directed at the maintenance interval you choose. Refer to your Owner's Manual for service details. 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 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Replace using fluid type specified in your Owner's Manual. A qualified technician should perform this operation. 101 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s