2008 Lexus GX maintenance schedule
Schedule type: fixed
Lexus sets a service visit every 6 months or 5,000 miles, whichever comes first, with an engine oil and filter change at every visit (reset the reminder light afterward). The 2008 guide covers the GX, LX and RX; only the GX items are shown here. Summarized in our own words from the sources listed. Always follow the owner's manual or your dealer for your specific vehicle (VIN, engine, and options).
Checked against the official document for model year 2008; other years in this range are assumed to follow it. Confirm in your owner's manual.
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5,000 miles / 6 months
Repeat every 5,000 miles or 6 months.
- Replace engine oil and oil filter; reset reminder light DIY
Parts: Oil filter
- Rotate tires DIY
- Visually inspect brake pads and rotors DIY
15,000 miles / 18 months
Repeat every 15,000 miles or 18 months.
- Lubricate drive shaft; re-torque nuts and bolts Shop
Severe service: Every 5,000 miles when driving off-road, on dirt or dusty roads, or towing.
30,000 miles / 36 months
Repeat every 30,000 miles or 36 months.
- Replace brake fluid Shop
- Replace engine air filter DIY
Severe service: Inspect every 5,000 miles off-road or on dusty roads.
Parts: Engine air filter
- Replace air conditioner (cabin) filter DIY
Parts: Cabin air filter
60,000 miles / 72 months
- Inspect drive belts Shop
First at 60,000 miles, then at every 15,000-mile visit in the guide.
- Inspect engine valve clearance Shop
Listed at 60,000 and 120,000 miles.
100,000 miles / 120 months
- Replace engine coolant Shop
First replacement at 100,000 miles or 120 months, then every 50,000 miles or 60 months. Use Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or an equivalent non-silicate, non-amine, non-borate long-life coolant.
120,000 miles / 144 months
- Replace spark plugs Shop
Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.
Parts: Spark plugs
Sources
Always follow the owner's manual for your exact vehicle; intervals can differ by engine and market.