2006 Lexus GS 300 Scheduled Maintenance Guide
2006 Lexus GS 300 Manual
2006 Lexus GS 300 manual content summary:
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In addition to scheduled maintenance, your Lexus requires ongoing general maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections. These procedures are listed on page 41 of this booklet and described in detail in the "Maintenance" section of the Owner's Manual. With proper maintenance and care, your - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 2
are not covered under warranty. 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 provider other than a Lexus dealership for maintenance and repairs. However, damage or - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 3
To ensure that your vehicle receives first-quality service and factory-authorized 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 - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 4
When refueling, perform these inspections: Check engine oil level using the dipstick Visually check engine coolant level on the see-through reservoir Visually check brake fluid level on the see-through reservoir Visually check condition of battery Check level of windshield washer fluid Every - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 5
on page 44. To obtain this complimentary scheduled maintenance service, contact your Lexus dealership. 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 - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 6
equipment and may be performed only by an authorized Lexus dealership. To obtain your Lexus Personalized Settings, please contact your Lexus dealership. The dealership may verify performance of the service in the box on this page. Lexus Personalized Settings* Must be obtained within 12 months of - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 7
and bolts on chassis ____Steering linkage and boots 12 Months or 10,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 8
and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Rear differential oil (IS, GS 300, ____GS 430, LS 430, SC) ____Steering linkage and boots 1 Reset the oil replacement reminder ("MAINT REQD") light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 9
Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models except ES)2 ❏ Rotate tires (all models except IS with different size front and rear - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 10
and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____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 (IS, GS, LS, SC) ____Steering - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 11
and bolts on chassis ____Steering linkage and boots 48 Months or 40,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 12
and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Rear differential oil (IS, GS 300, ____GS 430, LS 430, SC) ____Steering linkage and boots 1 Reset the oil replacement reminder ("MAINT REQD") light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 13
Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models except ES)2 ❏ Rotate tires (all models except IS with different size front and rear - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 14
differential oil (ES 3303, IS4) ❏ Replace brake fluid ❏ Replace engine air filter ❏ Replace spark plugs (GS 300, IS)5 ❏ Replace transmission fluid (ES 330, LS 430)3 ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models except ES) ❏ Rotate tires (all models except IS with different size front and rear - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 15
Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models except ES)2 ❏ Rotate tires (all models except IS with different size front and rear - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 16
and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Rear differential oil (IS, GS 300, ____GS 430, LS 430, SC) ____Steering linkage and boots 1 Reset the oil replacement reminder ("MAINT REQD") light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 17
Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models except ES)2 ❏ Rotate tires (all models except IS with different size front and rear - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 18
and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____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 (IS, GS, LS, SC) ____Steering - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 19
shaft boots ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Engine air filter 120 Months or 100,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Replace engine coolant3 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 20
and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Rear differential oil (IS, GS 300, ____GS 430, LS 430, SC) ____Steering linkage and boots 1 Reset the oil replacement reminder ("MAINT REQD") light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 21
Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models except ES)2 ❏ Rotate tires (all models except IS with different size front and rear - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 22
LS, SC) ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____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 - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 23
shaft boots ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Engine air filter 156 Months or 130,000 Miles ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Inspect engine coolant3 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 24
and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Rear differential oil (IS, GS 300, ____GS 430, LS 430, SC) ____Steering linkage and boots 1 Reset the oil replacement reminder ("MAINT REQD") light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 25
Replace engine oil and oil filter1 ❏ Measure thickness of front brake pads and rotors (GS 430, IS) ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS 300, GS 430, IS 350, LS 430, SC) ❏ Re-torque axle shaft flange bolts (all models except ES)2 ❏ Rotate tires (all models except IS with different size front and rear - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 26
hoses ____Drive belts ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ____Front differential oil (AWD GS 300, AWD IS 250) ____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 - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 27
and Specifications" section of your Owner's Manual. Air Conditioner Filter Refer to your Owner's Manual for service details. Axle Shaft Boots At driven wheels, check the axle shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage. Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 28
, have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately. Refer to your Owner's Manual for fluid specifications. Drive Belts Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension and adjust if necessary. Replace the belts if they are damaged. Engine Air Filter Check the parking - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 29
and damage. Start the engine and listen carefully for any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel Tank Band and Fuel Tank Vapor Vent System Hoses Replace the oil filter and drain and refill the engine oil at specified intervals - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 30
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. Transfer Case Fluid (GS 300 All-Wheel Drive, IS 250 All-Wheel Drive) With the vehicle - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 31
repaired by a qualified technician immediately. Note: On the LS 430, GS and IS, the transmission and transmission fluid are a completely sealed unit. Therefore, periodic checks following procedures in Lexus service and repair publications. Variable Gear Ratio Steering Assembly (GS 430) Inspect the - 2006 Lexus GS 300 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 32
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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
listed on page 41 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.