2005 Lexus GS 430 Scheduled Maintenance Guide
2005 Lexus GS 430 Manual
2005 Lexus GS 430 manual content summary:
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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 Owner's Manual Supplement is designed to help you make sure your vehicle receives proper and timely maintenance - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 2
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. Lexus will not - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 3
training as well as rigorous exams through both Lexus and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. 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 - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 4
month, you should obtain maintenance at the indicated mileage interval rather than the indicated time interval. Complimentary service in the box on the next page. Complimentary First Scheduled Maintenance Service Lexus also provides your first scheduled maintenance service at no charge. The service - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 5
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E M A I N T E N A N C E Complimentary Feature Customization Must be obtained within 12 months of vehicle's in-service date. Dealer Service Verification In-service date: _____ Date of feature customization: _____ 101 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 6
filter1 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Ball joints and - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 7
bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the of low phosphates and organic acids). 2 3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 4 103 M a i n t e n a n c e - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 8
filter1 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Nuts and bolts - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 9
Replace brake fluid J Replace engine air filter J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body ____Brake lines and hoses ____Differential - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 10
filter1 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Ball joints and - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 11
bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the combination of low phosphates and organic acids). 3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 4 107 M a i n t e n a n c e - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 12
or 60 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 430)2 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 13
Replace engine air filter J Replace spark plugs (GS 300, IS 300)6 J Replace transmission fluid (ES 330, LS 430)4 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 14
filter1 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Ball joints and - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 15
bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the of low phosphates and organic acids). 2 3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 4 111 M a i n t e n a n c e - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 16
engine oil and oil filter1 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Drive shaft boots ____Engine - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 17
Replace engine air filter J Replace timing belt J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body ____Brake lines and hoses ____Differential - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 18
coolant3 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Ball joints and - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 19
(IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect Required only if vehicle is operated primarily on dirt roads. 2 3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 4 115 M a i n t e n a - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 20
oil filter1 J Inspect engine coolant3 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Drive shaft boots - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 21
air filter J Replace spark plugs7 J Replace transmission fluid (ES 330, LS 430)5 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body ____Brake - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 22
coolant3 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Ball joints and - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 23
(IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect Required only if vehicle is operated primarily on dirt roads. 2 3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 4 119 M a i n t e n a - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 24
oil filter1 J Inspect engine coolant3 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following:2 ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Drive shaft boots - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 25
engine air filter J Replace engine coolant3 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Road-test vehicle J Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body ____Brake lines and hoses ____Differential oil - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 26
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 - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 27
E X P L A N AT I O N OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS M A I N T E N A N C E M A I N T E N A N C E Brake Lines and Hoses Differential Oil Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 28
. For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to your Owner's Manual. Engine Valve Clearance Visually inspect for corrosion, damage, cracks and loose or leaking connections. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 29
it repaired immediately by a qualified technician. Road Test cracks and damage. Replace any damaged Plugs Tires should be rotated according to the instructions in your Owner's Manual. When rotating tires, technician immediately. Note: On the LS 430, the transmission and transmission fluid are - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 30
E N T I F I C AT I O N M A I N T E N A N C E M A I N T E N A N C E Model _____ Body style _____ In-service date _____ Mileage at delivery _____ Selling dealership _____ Selling dealership phone number _____ Key number _____ Vehicle identification number _____ 126 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g - 2005 Lexus GS 430 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 31
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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
Owner’s Manual
Supplement
is designed to help you make sure your
vehicle receives proper and timely maintenance. It
includes factory-recommended maintenance guide-
lines 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
described 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.