2012 Lexus LFA washer fluid

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenanceDo-it-yourself service precautions .................................. 247
Hood................................................. 250
Positioning a floor jack............... 253
Engine compartment.................. 256
Adding washer fluid .................... 264
Battery .............................................. 265
Tires ................................................... 270
Tire inflation pressure ................. 277
Wheels............................................... 281
Air conditioning filter ................. 283
Wireless remote control battery ........................................... 285
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 287
Light bulbs ....................................... 299 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers.................... 302
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................... 303
If you think something is wrong ............................................ 308
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 309
Event data recorder ..................... 310
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................................... 312
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 322
If you have a flat tire..................... 332
If the engine will not start .......... 343
If you lose your keys/ wireless remote control
transmitter .................................... 344
If the parking brake cannot be released .................................. 345
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................. 348
If your vehicle ov erheats ............ 351
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................................ 354
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .................................. 355
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1-5. Refueling
NOTICE
■Refueling
●Use only the specified premium-unleaded (unleaded high-octane) gasoline.
Never use regular unleaded gasoline, poor quality gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene,
any type of alcohol-based fuel, or any type of fuel other than that specified for this
vehicle. Also, be careful not to mix up the fuel and washer fluid. Failure to follow
these precautions may cause damage to the vehicle.
●Do not spill fuel, as it may damage the vehicle's painted surface.

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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When driving
■The windshield wipers and wa sher can be operated when
The ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
■Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation
The time until the drip prevention wiper sweep occurs is changed depending on
vehicle speed.
When low speed wiper operation is selected , wiper operation will be switched from
low speed to intermittent wiper operatio n only when the vehicle is stationary.
(However, when the intermittent wiper interv al adjuster is adjusted to the highest
level, the mode will not switch.)
■Wiper reverse motion
If snow or similar substances build up around the windshield and prevent the wiper
from moving smoothly, the wiper may reverse direction before the end of its stroke
in order to secure driver vi sibility and to protect the system. This is normal and does
not indicate a malfunction.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir.
■Lifting the wiper
Activate the wiper and turn the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” position when the
wiper approaches the upper reverse position.
The wiper will stop moving.
Lift and hold the main and sub blades. The blades will not remain in the up posi-
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
■If there is a system malfunction
“Check wiper system” will be shown on the meter. (P. 325)
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you
and held continually.
■Lifting the wiper
Make sure that the wiper is stopped near the
upper reverse position.
Do not lift up the wiper if it is in the retracted
position, because the wiper blade or front pil-
lar fin may be damaged.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the pre-
vailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and the same brand.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front
of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may
have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.
■ When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and driv e at a reduced speed suitable to
road conditions.

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 228
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .............. 235
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ........................ 240
General maintenance .......... 242
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs................................ 246 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ............................ 247
Hood .......................................... 250
Positioning a floor jack ......... 253
Engine compartment ........... 256
Adding washer fluid .............. 264
Battery ...................................... 265
Tires............................................ 270
Tire inflation pressure............ 277
Wheels ....................................... 281
Air conditioning filter ........... 283
Wireless remote control battery .................................... 285
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................ 287
Light bulbs ................................ 299

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Application of coatings to the vehicle body
Do not apply any kind of coating to the vehicle body as doing so may damage the
paint or reduce its durability.
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (alu-
minum wheels etc.)
Observe the following precautions:
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint
surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with
low humidity when storing the wheels.
For the Matte Black, pay attent ion to the following as well:
●If anything is spilled on a painted surface, wipe it off as soon as possible.
If spilled washer fluid or alkaline fluids are left as is, the paint in the affected area
may deteriorate, causing blemishing.
●Do not wax or apply coating to the vehicle.
Doing so may cause a change in the body surface's texture or irregularities in the
paint.

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4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
Seats• Do the seat controls operate prop-
erly?
Steering wheel • Does the steering wheel rotate
smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the
correct amount of free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds coming from the steering
wheel.
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood • Does the engine hood lock system
work properly?
Fluid leaks • There should not be any signs of
fluid leakage after the vehicle has
been parked.
Ti r e s • Is the tire inflation pressure cor-
rect?
• The tires should not be damaged or excessively worn.
• The wheel bolts should not be loose.
Wa s h e r f l u i d • Is there sufficient washer fluid?
( P. 2 6 4 )
ItemsCheck points