2013 Lexus ES 350 Warranty and Services Guide - Page 44

GENERAL 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 description of inspection procedures. After a Car Wash • Check installation of driver's floor mat When Cleaning the Interior • Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. • When cleaning leather interior, remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Using a sponge, apply a small amount of neutral wool detergent mixed in water, rubbing in a circular motion. Wipe off any excess detergent and let leather dry in an open-air location. • When cleaning carpet, remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Apply a foaming-type carpet cleaner with a sponge or brush, allowing cleaner to work for a few minutes to loosen dirt. Continue by rubbing carpet in a circular motion. Wipe off any excess cleaner with a clean cloth. If any dirt remains, repeat process. Best results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Every 30 Days At least once every 30 days, perform these inspections: • Check engine oil level using the dipstick • Visually check engine coolant level on the see-through reservoir (under cover) • Visually check brake fluid level on the see-through reservoir • Visually check condition of battery MAINTENANCE 42 • Check level of windshield washer fluid • Check tire pressure • Check tires for damage and wear • Check installation of driver's floor mat Introduction