2006 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 523

E X P L A N AT I O N OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS M A I N T E N A N C E Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Spark Plugs Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and damage and replace if necessary. Nuts and Bolts on Chassis Install new plugs of the same type as originally equipped. Refer to your Owner's Manual. A qualified technician should perform this operation. Steering Linkage and Boots Re-tighten the seat mounting bolts and front/rear suspension member retaining bolts to specified torque. Rack and Pinion Assembly Inspect the rack and pinion assembly for signs of leakage, damage and loose electrical connections. Tighten connections and if you discover any leakage or damage, have it repaired immediately by a qualified technician. Road Test With the vehicle stopped, check for excessive freeplay in the steering wheel. Inspect the linkage for bending and damage and the dust boots for deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace any damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations. Timing Belt Replace every 108 months or 90,000 miles. A qualified technician should perform this operation. Tire Rotation While driving the vehicle, check for proper operation of engine, transmission, brakes and steering. Also check for abnormal noise or vibration from any part of the vehicle. Tires should be 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. 67 S c h e d u l e d M a i n t e n a n c e L o g