Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLEXUS2012RX 450H AWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FXE) HYBRIDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCESERVICE INTERVALSNORMAL SERVICE105000 MI OR 168000 KM
2012 Lexus RX 450h AWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FXE) Hybrid
105000 MI or 168000 KM
2012 Lexus RX 450h AWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FXE) HybridSECTION 105000 MI or 168000 KM
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Maintenance Required Lamp/Indicator
Clean
Cabin Air Filter / Purifier
Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Tighten/Torque
Drive/Propeller Shaft
Tighten axle shaft bolts. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Diagnose/Test
Vehicle
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. Road test vehicle to check for proper operation of engine, transmission, brakes and steering. Also check for abnormal noise or vibration from any part of vehicle.
Inspect
Steering
Inspect steering linkage and boots. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Interior Moulding / Trim
Check the installation of the driver's side floor mat. Ensure mat the is secured using the retaining hooks. Do not install the mat upside down or install another mat on top of the existing mat. Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
Fluids
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
Exhaust System
Inspect exhaust pipes, muffler and mountings for cracks deterioration and damage. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Drive Belt
Inspect for cracks, reduced tension, or deterioration. Replace if necessary. Perform initially at mileage interval or at 72 months, whichever comes first. Thereafter, perform every 15,000 miles or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Disc Brake System
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors. Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever occurs first.
Coolant
Visually check the engine/inverter coolant level, and add as necessary at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Constant Velocity Joint Boot
Inspect axle shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Brake Hose/Line
Inspect brake lines and hoses for chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of leakage. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Body and Frame
Inspect body for corrosion, scratches and other damage. Check outer and inner body panels of the hood and doors, and underneath the vehicle. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Ball Joint
Inspect suspension ball joints and dust covers for looseness and damage. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Replace
Oil Filter, Engine
Only perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first, if 0W-20 WAS NOT used at the last oil change.
Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery
Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Engine Oil
Only perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first, if 0W-20 WAS NOT used at the last oil change.
Rotate
Tires
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever occurs first. Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
Maintenance Required Lamp/Indicator
Clean
Cabin Air Filter / Purifier
Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Tighten/Torque
Drive/Propeller Shaft
Tighten axle shaft bolts. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Diagnose/Test
Vehicle
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. Road test vehicle to check for proper operation of engine, transmission, brakes and steering. Also check for abnormal noise or vibration from any part of vehicle.
Inspect
Steering
Inspect steering linkage and boots. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Interior Moulding / Trim
Check the installation of the driver's side floor mat. Ensure mat the is secured using the retaining hooks. Do not install the mat upside down or install another mat on top of the existing mat. Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
Fluids
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
Exhaust System
Inspect exhaust pipes, muffler and mountings for cracks deterioration and damage. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Drive Belt
Inspect for cracks, reduced tension, or deterioration. Replace if necessary. Perform initially at mileage interval or at 72 months, whichever comes first. Thereafter, perform every 15,000 miles or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Disc Brake System
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors. Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever occurs first.
Coolant
Visually check the engine/inverter coolant level, and add as necessary at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Constant Velocity Joint Boot
Inspect axle shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Brake Hose/Line
Inspect brake lines and hoses for chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of leakage. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Body and Frame
Inspect body for corrosion, scratches and other damage. Check outer and inner body panels of the hood and doors, and underneath the vehicle. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Ball Joint
Inspect suspension ball joints and dust covers for looseness and damage. Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever occurs first.
Replace
Oil Filter, Engine
Only perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first, if 0W-20 WAS NOT used at the last oil change.
Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery
Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first.
Engine Oil
Only perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first, if 0W-20 WAS NOT used at the last oil change.
Rotate
Tires
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever occurs first. Applies to models with same size front and rear tires and wheels.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.