Hello everyone, thanks again for the advice on the 2002 SC430 we're really enjoying it. I have an appointment tomorrow at Johnson Lexus here in Raleigh, NC to give the vehicle a once-over and wanted to know what maintenance items you think I should focus on. Mileage is right around 104,400 miles, the timing belt was changed at 80,000 miles by the previous owner. The car starts and runs great, has a new battery and alternator. The oil, transmission and all other levels are good there are no leaks of any kind. According to LexusDrivers.com there was a power steering leak from the reservoir but that has been fixed (I check the level every day just in case). While researching the SC430 I noticed much like my GS400 the ***** joints and motor mounts do start to wear over time, so I'm sure they'll take a look at those. If you think there are other items (or fluid changes) you think I should do let me know!

I'm a big fan of preventative maintenance!!!

 

Coolant, transmission , and differential fluid changes are my first thoughts.

 

Sounds good, maybe I should do the 105,000 mile service now? It includes a differential fluid check.

Service due at 105,000 Miles
Action: Description
Rotate Wheels & tires
Inspect Wheels & tires
Road test Vehicle
Replace Crankcase Oil Filter
Change fluid Crankcase
Inspect Brake Friction Material
Inspect Brake rotors
Inspect Brake calipers
Inspect Steering linkage
Inspect fluid level Rear differential
Inspect Rack & Pinion Steering
Inspect Exhaust system
Inspect Drive Belt(s)
Inspect Constant Velocity Joint Boots
Inspect fluid level Cooling system
Inspect Brake lines & hoses
Inspect Ball joints

 

Check:

Electronics, Radio, CD Player
A/C *****, settings
Side Mirrors, auto tilt
GPS
Seat Heaters
Headlamps, auto leveling
Foglamps
Tails, High Mount and signals
Cycle the Top at least 2 times
Look for missing trim covers (plastic)
Windows, auto up
Wobbly Rear View Mirror (I had to replace a spring)
Headlamp washer

Good luck!

 

Post a ton of pics as soon as you can!!!

 

Do not forget keys for wheel locks if any...

 

Don't forget to check the TPMS

 

No wheel locks, but the OEMs are $44 on eBay. I'm thinking about it just in case

 

i recently learned how easy it was to remove OEM wheel locks!
lost the key but a socket hammered on removed them very quickly.

 

Removed mine. I do not plan on parking the SC in places I know that are at risk...

 

Ok, so the service rep said they will go over everything for the $135 diagnostic fee and give me a call later today. I purchased an antenna mast on Amazon I think I can replace that myself....it goes up and down fine, just doesn't "seat" all the way down. As you can tell from the pic they were pretty busy this morning...

 

Just got off the phone with the service rep and the car checked out good! He does recommend replacing a couple of hoses and clamps from the power steering reservoir leak that are not OEM. The previous owner had the leak repaired but I don't think it was at a Lexus shop. Other than that ball joints, motor mounts and other items check out. He said underneath the car was pretty clean!

 

Good for you, now more pics please!

 

Haha, ok I will!