Archive for February, 2012
2013 Lexus RX spy shots
The facelifted 2013 Lexus RX revealed in leaked brochure somewhere in Japan. It’s one of the top-selling models from one of the top-selling luxury marques. The RX is now on its third iteration, with a fourth on the way – and this appears to be our best look at it yet.
Lexus Timing Belt
Lexus Timing Belt
This belt is responsible for keeping the bottom end of the engine (the crank) in time with the upper end of the engine (cam or cams).
Typical Service Interval: 60k-90k
Timing belts may look brand new up until the day the break or cause problems. Mileage is the only real way to tell service interval.
Lexus Brake Fluid Change
Brake Fluid Change
Hydraulic fluid that is moved from the master cylinder (behind your foot when you press the brake pedal) to the braking system at the wheels, typically calipers in the front and calipers (disc) or wheel cylinders (drum) in the rear.
Service Interval: 2 years, or as required when tested
Many manufacturers like Lexus do not [...]
Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid
Pumped from a high pressure pump attached to the engine, power steering fluid under pressure assists in turning at lower speeds.
Service Interval: Undetermined, 45k-60k perhaps
Most vehicles like Lexus never list this as a maintenance item whatsoever, aside from checking the fluid level. Aside from a very dirty appearance, it is difficult to evaluate [...]
Lexus PCV Valve
Lexus PCV Valve
Located in one or both of the valve covers, allows excess crankcase pressure to circulate back in to the intake to be burned.
Service Interval: 25k, sometimes never (inspect only)
Many may last indefinitely, many do not have suggested service intervals, some vehicles do not have typical PCV valves at all. A proper PCV typically [...]
Lexus Tire Pressure / Rotation
Lexus Tire Pressure / Rotation
Service Interval: 5-6k miles for rotation, Every month for air pressure checks
If you notice uneven tire wear, an up and down pattern along the tread, or outside edgewear, it may be time (or past time) for a tire rotation. With radial tires, and especially with lower profile radial tires, it is [...]
