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#18 of 27 Re: Maintenance at 30,000 miles [eortiz] by md_outback Sep 02, 2008 (9:43 am)
Replying to: eortiz (Aug 27, 2008 2:49 pm) Hey eortiz, Yeah, you need to get some maintenance done pretty soon, assuming you've been following some standard maintenance intervals thus far. At a minimum, get an oil change. You don't need to get everything listed for the 30,000 mile check in the owner's manual, and Lexus will charge you a lot for that service (figure between $500 and $1000 depending on the dealer). But you can get by with just the oil change, tire rotation, new air filter and maybe a coolant flush and a brake pad/rotor check and save yourself a lot of money. And you don't need to use a Lexus dealer for this, any reputable car service business can perform the work. If you feel like you must use a car dealer, consider a Toyota dealership - they'll know your engine very well and they'll cost less than Lexus. Of course they may not provide a loaner car or wash your car or serve you Starbucks coffee like Lexus will. Good luck.   MD Replies to this message: la4mead (Sep 02, 2008 4:10 pm)
#19 of 27 Re: Maintenance at 30,000 miles [md_outback] by la4mead Sep 02, 2008 (4:10 pm)
Replying to: md_outback (Sep 02, 2008 9:43 am) Also, regardless of the recommended factory interval, make sure you change the transmission fluid or have done so recently.   Not a "flush" or "drain & refill", but a regular transmission fluid service where they "drop the transmission pan and inspect". They will look for indications of wear based on the amount of fine debris they find on the magnetic pan. Hopefully there will be little smudge on it. Good to know on any transmission, especially like the slushboxes used on an RX.   This will change 50-60ish percent of the fluid in the system, because some parts of the system hold fluid, and that's good for another year. I wouldn't wait more than two years in between transmission fluid changes. Low mileage is usually from short trips causing more wear. However your trips might be easy on it, and maybe not. It's always better to change transmission fluid much more often than than the service interval, especially on a FWD Lexus.   I concur on checking the intervals yourself from your manual, and getting a quote at a trustworthy (if you can find one) Toyota dealer for the items you want done, first. It always seems less expensive if you pull your manual, do your homework, and get quotes first. I've found the Toyota dealer in the north San Fernando Valley to qualify; they always treat me well as long as I call the same service writer I've always dealt with and get the quote first.   Toyota dealers can't help you with warrantee service, except to let you know something needs attention that could be covered under warrantee (mine was a common premature transmission problem).
#20 of 27 25K Service by pschiffe Sep 06, 2008 (6:25 pm)
Just had this service done on my 2007 RX350 at a local Toyota store for $59.95. Lexus dealer quote $109.95. Saved $50 with same parts and level of expertise but no quick and dirty car wash, free loaner or gourmet breakfast!   Pete
#21 of 27 Re: Lexus RX 350 Servicing question. [lovecd] by ADKers Jan 23, 2009 (9:07 am)
Replying to: lovecd (May 04, 2008 11:38 pm) Changing the oil filter on the RX350 is much easier than on the RX330. The 330 required removal of a relatively large piece of the underside plastic to access the spin-off filter. The 350 has a small plastic door (underside, front, approx directly below the washer fluid filler cap, remove two screws holding it in place and it swings down & off) which provides access to the filter. I'm not pushing Fram, but I used a CH9972 filter element and the directions were excellent ... pictures included !! Use a 3/8" square drive to unscrew the filter housing (careful, oil may be hot or spill), you'll need a pan underneath while unscrewing the filter housing. Inside the housing is the replaceable filter element. Quick & easy, very nice design. Replies to this message: pschiffe (Feb 08, 2009 7:07 pm)
#22 of 27 how many miles can be driven for 6 months? by Firebird_EOU Feb 06, 2009 (8:35 pm)
I could have driven 12,000 miles in 6 months... is that OK?   5,000-Mile Or 6-Month Intervals Use 5,000-mile or 6-month intervals if you primarily drive your Lexus under any of the following conditions: - Driving on unpaved or dusty roads - Towing a trailer or using a camper or cartop carrier - Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures below freezing   6-Month Intervals Use 6-month intervals if you primarily drive your Lexus under conditions less strenuous than those listed above.
#23 of 27 Re: Lexus RX 350 Servicing question. [ADKers] by pschiffe Feb 08, 2009 (7:07 pm)
Replying to: ADKers (Jan 23, 2009 9:07 am) Lexus recommends replacement of the oil plug gasket whenever changing the oil. Don't know if an aftermarket replacement is available but OEMs can be sourced from Toyota dealers.   Pete
#24 of 27 Does maintenance come with new lexus purchase? by jpzy3 Mar 08, 2009 (6:54 pm)
Does maintenance come with new lexus purchase?   I'm more familiar with BMWs and maintenance is included for first 4yrs/50,000. I thought it was included with a Lexus purchase as well, but from what I'm gathering from this forum it isn't. Someone mentioned they pre-paid for maintenance... anyone recommend what a good price is and for how long are the contracts? Replies to this message: pschiffe (Mar 10, 2009 6:06 pm) jpzy3 (Mar 23, 2009 6:06 pm)
#25 of 27 Re: Does maintenance come with new lexus purchase? [jpzy3] by pschiffe Mar 10, 2009 (6:06 pm)
Replying to: jpzy3 (Mar 08, 2009 6:54 pm) Only 5K service was gratis on my 2007 RX350, presume it is still the same. My 99 RX300 included both 5K and 10K free service as I recall. I generally go to a Toyota dealer for routine maintenance, about half the price of the Lexus store but no gourmet breakfast, free loaner or quick and dirty car wash. Same parts and level of competence, no problem whatever unless you have warranty issues; which are few.   Pete Replies to this message: jpzy3 (Mar 23, 2009 6:06 pm)
#26 of 27 Re: Does maintenance come with new lexus purchase? [pschiffe] by jpzy3 Mar 23, 2009 (6:06 pm)
Replying to: pschiffe (Mar 10, 2009 6:06 pm) wow really - almost half off? good to know!
#27 of 27 Location of engine air filter by mbminer Apr 27, 2009 (5:59 pm)
I've canged the air filter on other cars but I can't find its location on a 2008 RX350. Can anyone direct me please? Bruce

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