1997 Lexus ES 300 1997 ES300 - Maintenance
1997 Lexus ES 300 Manual
1997 Lexus ES 300 manual content summary:
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SECTION MAINTENANCE Maintenance requirements General maintenance Does your vehicle need repairing? 5 180 181 184 For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule". 179 - 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1997 ES300 - Maintenance - Page 2
fewer maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to save both your time and money. However, each regular maintenance as well as day-to-day care is more important than ever before to ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe, and economical driving. It is the owner's responsibility to make sure - 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1997 ES300 - Maintenance - Page 3
Owner's Guide, Owner's Manual Supplement or Warranty Booklet for the details. ! CAUTION Make these checks only where adequate ventilation can be obtained if you run the engine. Vehicle exterior Items listed below should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified. Tire pressure - 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1997 ES300 - Maintenance - Page 4
sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood when the primary latch is released. Vehicle interior Items are listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. while performing periodic services, cleaning the vehicle, etc. Lights Make sure the headlight, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal - 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1997 ES300 - Maintenance - Page 5
" and "LOW" lines on the see-through reservior when the engine is cold. See page 204 for additional information. Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. You do not have to add distilled water. For longer life of the battery, however, see page 222 for additional information. Brake fluid - 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1997 ES300 - Maintenance - Page 6
engine noises S A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.) S Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked immediately.) S Flat-looking tires - 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1997 ES300 - Maintenance - Page 7
MAINTENANCE If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair. ! CAUTION Do not continue driving with the vehicle unchecked. It could result in serious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury. 185 - 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1997 ES300 - Maintenance - Page 8
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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance requirements
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General maintenance
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Does your vehicle need repairing?
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For scheduled maintenance information, please
refer
to
the
separate
“Owner’s
Manual
Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule”.