What is the Lexus ES200 maintenance schedule?
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Lexus ES200 maintenance schedule is as follows: Free maintenance items: Regular major and minor maintenance services, including both materials and labor costs, are completely free. Lexus provides free maintenance without distinguishing between consumables and labor costs. All are covered, including: engine oil, oil filter, air filter, cabin air filter, wiper blades, belts, fuel filter, spark plugs, gear oil (not transmission fluid), brake fluid, brake pads, brake discs, and gasoline additive for turbocharged models. Paid items for Lexus: Services that require "cleaning," such as throttle body cleaning, fuel injector cleaning, fuel system cleaning, etc., require payment for both materials and labor costs. Additionally, services like wheel balancing and four-wheel alignment also require payment. Lexus provides free semi-synthetic engine oil; if you prefer full-synthetic engine oil, you will need to pay for it yourself.
When I first bought my Lexus ES200, I was completely baffled by the maintenance schedule. Later, I learned that it's like a timed service guide, printed in the owner's manual or available from the 4S dealership. This schedule lists the maintenance tasks to be performed at different mileage intervals: for example, changing the engine oil and oil filter every 5,000 kilometers, checking the brake fluid and coolant levels; every 20,000 kilometers might include replacing the cabin air filter; at 40,000 kilometers, you also need to inspect the transmission system, among other things. These tasks ensure the engine runs smoothly and the brakes remain safe. Skipping them can lead to malfunctions or increased fuel consumption. As an owner, I often follow the schedule to the maintenance shop, which helps avoid major repairs and can extend the car's lifespan—it’s actually quite hassle-free. Remember, each service can cost anywhere from a few hundred to over a thousand yuan, depending on the tasks required.
