What is the Lexus ES Maintenance Schedule?

The Lexus ES boasts a V6 engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive. Whether you’ve bought a model from the new or pre-owned vehicle inventory at Lexus of Woodland Hills, routine maintenance is key to your vehicle’s longevity in Tarzana. Luckily, sticking to your Lexus ES service schedule is easy — just follow our guide below. Feel free to reach out to us online if you have any questions about any of the Lexus ES service intervals.

Lexus ES Service Schedule

There are five significant Lexus ES service intervals to adhere to if you want your car to operate smoothly on Reseda roads. Take a look at the definitive Lexus ES service schedule below:

Lexus ES Service Interval: 6 Months / 5,000 Miles

• Program Lexus Personalized Settings if requested
• Road test
• Rotate tires
• Inspect and adjust all fluid levels
• Inspect wiper blades
• Inspect brake pads, calipers, and rotors
• Check the installation of the driver’s floor mat
• Add EFI fuel tank additive (Hawaii & Puerto Rico only)
• Reset Scheduled Maintenance Reminder

What does the Lexus ES maintenance schedule suggest if you drive in “special driving conditions”,i.e., dirt/dusty/muddy roads or on roads with melted snow around Calabasas? It is also recommended that these services be performed every 5,000 miles: 

• Inspect axle shaft boots
• Inspect the steering linkage and boots
• Torque nuts and bolts on the chassis and body
• Inspect ball joints and dust covers
• Inspect the engine air filter

Lexus ES Service Interval: 12 Months / 10,000 Miles

• Replace engine oil and oil filter
• Reset the oil maintenance reminder if the oil was changed
• Replace the cabin air filter

Lexus ES Service Interval: 18 Months / 15,000 Miles

• Inspect axle shaft boots
• Inspect the body/chassis
• Inspect rack-and-pinion assembly
• Inspect ball joints and dust covers
• Inspect brake lines and hoses
• Inspect engine coolant
• Inspect the steering linkage and boots
• Inspect exhaust pipes and mountings
• Replace the Smart Key battery

Lexus ES 350 Service Schedule: 36 Months / 30,000 Miles

• Inspect brake rotor thickness and run-out
• Inspect transmission, cooler hoses, and connections for leakage
• Inspect fuel lines/connections, fuel tank band, and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
• Inspect the fuel tank cap gasket