Are you scratching your head, trying to remember the last time you replaced your engine oil? Unsure how often you should inspect your brake pads? You’re not alone. That’s why our team at Longo Lexus has put together a comprehensive guide describing how often you should service and repair different parts of your car. By following this Lexus ES maintenance schedule, you can ensure your ride remains in the best condition for as long as possible.
How To Keep Track of Your Lexus ES Maintenance Schedule
2023 Lexus ES
Following a set of maintenance schedule guidelines is a great way to ensure your car gets the attention it needs. Many drivers find it useful to set a scheduled maintenance reminder on their calendars. You can add reminders that activate every six months, 12 months, 18 months, 36 months, and 72 months, each reminding you to check different car elements. Every time you perform a routine service check, be sure to reset your reminder for next time.
What To Do Every Six Moths/5,000 Miles
Six months, or approximately 5,000 miles, is the smallest traditional time marker for routine vehicle maintenance. The areas of your Lexus ES that require attention after six months may vary depending on the conditions in which you generally drive. Here are a few to consider:
For Everyday Drivers
If you primarily drive your vehicle in standard city conditions, it’s a good idea to rotate your tires every six months. This can help the tires wear down evenly, which may extend their life. There are also several inspections you should perform, including of the windshield wiper blades, brake pads, brake rotors, and brake calipers. This can ensure that they are all in working order, which is important for driver safety.
It may also be useful to inspect all fluid levels and make adjustments as needed and adjust the installation of the driver’s floor mat. Some Lexus vehicles may also prompt you to reprogram the personalized settings at six-month intervals.
For Special Condition Drivers
If you often drive your vehicle in special conditions, there are a variety of additional maintenance procedures you may wish to take after six months or 5,000 miles of driving. These procedures include inspecting axle shaft boots, steering linkage, ball joints, and dust covers. You may also inspect the engine air filter and check to ensure all the torque nuts and bolts on the body of the car are tight. Special conditions may involve rough terrain like dirt, sand, or mud. It may also involve driving in difficult weather conditions like snow.
What To Do Every 12 Months/10,000 Miles
Every twelve months, or 10,000 miles that you drive your Lexus, it’s a good idea to replace the engine oil and oil filter. Old oil can deteriorate and build up contamination, which might wear down your engine. This means that replacing the oil and filter every year can prolong your engine life. It’s also a good idea to change out the cabin air filter at this time. This can help improve the HVAC airflow of your car and decrease the amount of pollution you may encounter inside the car while driving.
What To Do Every 18 Months/15,000 Miles
At this time interval, drivers should inspect the CV boots that keep joints clean and lubricated, the ball joints that provide vehicle suspension, the dust covers that keep those ball joints functional, and the rack-and-piston that helps the wheels move when you turn the steering wheel. These are all elements that may begin to show wear after 18 months, so it can improve car longevity and driver safety to inspect them and make repairs where necessary. You can also inspect the body and chassis of the car itself to check for scratches, nicks, or dents.
Similarly, the 15,000-mile marker is a useful point at which to inspect the brake lines and hoses in your Lexus. You may also check your engine coolant levels, ensure the functionality of the steering linkage and boots, and inspect the car exhaust pipes and mountings. Finally, replace the Smart Key battery, which may begin to run low after 18 months of use.
What To Do Every 36 Months/30,000 Miles
By the time 36 months pass, you may check more robust car elements in addition to lesser components. For example, at this point, you may check the width of the brake rotors, which are an important element of the brake system in your Lexus ES. To further maintain the braking system, replace the brake fluid which, while it lasts longer than car oil, does break down and corrode. Replacing it after approximately 30,000 miles of driving can help keep your brake system healthy.
You can also check your transmission and cooler hoses to make sure they are leak-free. Similarly, there are a variety of fuel lines and connections, including the fuel tank band and the fuel tank vapor vent system hoses, that you may check for leaks or corrosion. While doing so, inspect the fuel tank cap gasket to ensure that it operates well. Finally, replace your engine air filter. This can help ensure that the proper amount of airflow reaches your engine, which is important for the engine air-fuel balance.
What To Do Every 72 Moths/60,000 Miles
Finally, there are a few maintenance elements that you should address every 72 months or every six years. One is the drive belt in your car. Also known as a serpentine belt because of its long, snakelike appearance, this belt runs through your engine and helps drive its movements. After approximately 60,000 miles of driving, it may be time to replace your drive belt. This is also the time at which you should replace your spark plugs, which can create costly damages if they become too old to fire correctly.
Knowing how to take care of your car is essential for any new Lexus owner, and we at Longo Lexus are happy to help. If you have any questions about our Lexus ES maintenance schedule, give us a call at 626-539-2145. You can also contact us online by filling out our secure online form. When you’re ready for maintenance, schedule a service with us hassle-free online. You can also check out our exclusive service specials to get the best rates on your car repairs.
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