2012 Lexus IS 350 Warranty and Services Guide - Page 70

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS 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 time/mileage 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 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 in dusty conditions, heavy traffic areas, urban areas, desert areas or dirt roads. Refer to your Owner's Manual for service details. Axle Shaft Boots Check the axle shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage. Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. A qualified technician should perform these operations. 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 Replace using fluid type specified in your Owner's Manual. A qualified technician should perform this operation. Brake Lines and Hoses Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations. MAINTENANCE 68 Scheduled Maintenance Log