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Lexus LFA as a Jumping Ramp
Tony Hawk, which as most of you probably already know, is a professional skateboarder who even has his own series of video games, shot a video of himself performing the jump.
Here’s Lexus’ reaction: “Thanks Tony Hawk for taking the LFA to new heights. We’ll pretend we didn’t see this video skate across our desk. It’s [...]
The risks in buying a used car
You have decided on your used car model and you have shortlisted a number of ones you would like to view. What comes next is the critical stage; get it wrong and you could end up with an expensive mistake; get it right and you could have a real bargain.
If you really do not know [...]
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 [...]
Alignment FAQ
Alignment FAQ
How the wheels and tires are positioned and angled, relative to the cars chassis.
Service Interval: 6 months – 2 years
Many manufacturers do not specify an interval for alignments. Many cars are not really well aligned, even from the factory. Some obvious cues for an alignment being required are the car pulling one way or [...]
Lexus Oil & Filter
Lexus Oil & Filter
Lubricates the internal engine components, transfers heat and the filter keeps the oil clean.
Service Interval: 3k-15k, 6 months – 1 year
For many years, the general advice was to change the oil every 3k miles or 3 months. With advances in engine and oil technology, these suggested intervals have grown. Many, if not [...]
