Lexus 2012 LS 600h L, Warranty And Services Manual

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EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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Scheduled Maintenance Log 70
The following descriptions are provid-
ed to give you a better understanding
of the maintenance services that
should be performed on your vehicle.
The scheduled maintenance log indi-
cates at which time/mileage intervals
each service should be performed.
Please note that many maintenance
services should be performed only
by a qualified technician.
Air Conditioner Filter
Replace at specified intervals. More
frequent replacement may be required
when driving in dusty conditions,
heavy traffic areas, urban areas,
desert areas or dirt roads. Refer to
your Owner’s Manual for service
details.
Axle Shaft Boots
Check the axle shaft boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration and
damage. Replace any damaged parts
and, if necessary, repack the grease.
A qualified technician should perform
these operations.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering
linkage ball joints for looseness and
damage. Check all dust covers for
deterioration and damage. A qualified
technician should perform these
inspections.
Battery: 12-Volt (Auxiliary
Battery)
The original-equipment 12-volt bat-
tery, located on the left side of the
trunk, is a sealed, maintenance-free
special-application battery that is dif-
ferent from a conventional automotive
battery. Replacement batteries are
available from your Lexus dealership.
Battery: Hybrid (Traction
Battery)
The hybrid battery is a NiMH (nickel
metal hydride) compact, high-output
battery. This battery does not require
regular maintenance. However, if the
vehicle is parked for a long time, the
hybrid battery will discharge gradual-
ly. To keep the hybrid battery in good
For further information on
maintenance services that you
can perform yourself, see the
maintenance sections of your
Owner’s Manual .