2009 Lexus IS 250 Scheduled Maintenance Guide
2009 Lexus IS 250 Manual
2009 Lexus IS 250 manual content summary:
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reliability from your Lexus. It can also enhance your vehicle's resale value. This section of the Warranty and Services Guide is designed to help you make sure your vehicle receives proper and timely maintenance. It includes factory-recommended maintenance - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | 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 - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 3
first-quality service and factoryauthorized 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.lexus.com. Lexus dealership technicians - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 4
MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE In addition to scheduled maintenance, your Lexus requires ongoing general maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections. The recommended guidelines for inspections are listed below. Please refer to the "Maintenance" section of the Owner's Manual for a detailed - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 5
leather dry in an open-air location. When Cleaning the Exterior • Working from top to bottom, apply lots of low-pressure water to the body, wheel wells and underside of vehicle to remove dirt and dust. Wash the vehicle body using a soft sponge or cotton cloth with mild car-wash soap. Rinse off with - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 6
should obtain maintenance at six months; don't wait until 5,000 miles. • If you drive 5,000 miles in less than six months, you should obtain maintenance at 5,000 miles; Maintenance Service: 30 Days or 1,000 Miles Lexus provides your first scheduled maintenance service at no charge. The service is - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 7
" section of the Specifications chapter in your Owner's Manual.) Programming of these features is performed once at no charge, provided you obtain the service at the 30-day/1,000-mile scheduled maintenance service. Programming of your Lexus Personalized Settings requires special equipment and may be - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 8
Months or 10,000 Miles J Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires 2 J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 9
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Rack and pinion assembly ___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC) ___Steering linkage and boots Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: J Inspect engine air filter J Tighten - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 10
24 Months or 20,000 Miles J Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires1 J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 11
and runout of brake rotors J Measure thickness of brake pads (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter J Replace brake fluid J Replace engine air filter J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors J Road-test - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 12
48 Months or 40,000 Miles J Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires1 J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 13
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Rack and pinion assembly ___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC) ___Steering linkage and boots Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: J Inspect engine air filter J Tighten - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 14
MAINTENANCE LOG 60 Months or 50,000 Miles J Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires1 J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 15
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Transmission for signs of leakage J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Replace spark plugs (GS, IS, LS)2 J Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors J Road-test vehicle Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 16
84 Months or 70,000 Miles J Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires1 J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 17
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Rack and pinion assembly ___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC) ___Steering linkage and boots Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: J Inspect engine air filter J Tighten - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 18
96 Months or 80,000 Miles J Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires1 J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 19
of leakage (GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Transmission for signs of leakage J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Replace timing belt (SC) J Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors J Road-test vehicle Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 20
IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace engine coolant (see page 67) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors J Road-test vehicle Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 21
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Rack and pinion assembly ___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC) ___Steering linkage and boots Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: J Inspect engine air filter J Tighten - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 22
Months or 110,000 Miles J Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires1 J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 23
AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Transmission for signs of leakage J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Replace spark plugs2 (for ES 350, use Denso FK20HR11 plugs or equivalent) J Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors J Road-test vehicle Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 24
filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires1 J Inspect engine coolant (see page 67) J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake pads, calipers - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 25
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Rack and pinion assembly ___Rear differential oil (GS, IS, LS, SC) ___Steering linkage and boots Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under the Following Conditions Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: J Inspect engine air filter J Tighten - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 26
Months or 140,000 Miles J Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light J Rotate tires1 J Measure thickness of brake pads and rotors (IS F, LS 460 L with Touring Package) J Replace air conditioner filter (LS, SC) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 27
(GS 350 AWD, IS 250 AWD, LS 460 AWD) ___Transmission for signs of leakage J Replace engine coolant (see page 67) J Replace Smart Key battery (all models except SC) J Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors J Road-test vehicle Additional Maintenance Required If You Drive Primarily Under - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 28
services that you can perform yourself, see the maintenance sections of your Owner's Manual. Air Conditioner Filter Clean or replace at specified intervals. More frequent cleaning or replacement may be required when driving Fluid Replace using fluid type specified in your Owner's Manual. A qualified - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 29
) and drums for scoring, burning, fluid leakage, broken parts and excessive wear. Some models are equipped with directional rotors. When servicing these rotors, reinstall at same location. A qualified technician should perform these operations. See inside front cover for additional brake information - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 30
cap O-ring; replace both at each oil change. For instructions on how to reset the reminder light, refer to your Owner's Manual. Engine Valve Clearance (IS F, SC) Inspect for excessive lifter noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary. (All other models are equipped with hydraulic valve lash - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 31
is mounted on each full-size wheel. These sensors do not require periodic maintenance. When a sensor's long-life lithium battery becomes discharged, the battery should be replaced by a qualified technician following procedures in Lexus service and repair publications. Transfer Case/Transmission - 2009 Lexus IS 250 | Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 32
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Introduction
THE IMPORTANCE OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
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Regular maintenance is essential
to obtaining the highest level of per-
formance, safety and reliability from
your Lexus. It can also enhance your
vehicle’s resale value. This section
of the
Warranty and Services Guide
is designed to help you make sure
your vehicle receives proper and
timely maintenance. It includes
factory-recommended maintenance
guidelines 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 pages 42–43 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 deliv-
er 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.