2012 Lexus LFA brake fluid

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
■Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge ind icates that the temperature is
higher than normal.
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spon gy feeling, pedal almost touches
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5-2.Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehi cle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer) •Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the meter. The fol-
lowing warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system. Imme-
diately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning messa ge is shown on the meter. The fol-
lowing warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehicle that may
lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Lexus dealer.
MessageDetails
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Indicates the following:
• The brake fluid level is low; or,
• The brake system is malfunctioning.
MessageDetails
Indicates an abnormal engine oil pressure. The warning light may turn on if the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Front counter gear
Rear transaxle
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the fac-
tory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality that satisfies the above specifications. Please contact your
Lexus dealer for further details.
Clutch & Shift Hydraulic System Fluid
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6
12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights are turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Engine oil
Oil brand“Mobil 1 5W-50” (also used for the engine)
Oil capacity5.6 qt. (5.3 L, 4.7 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5” or equivalent
Fluid type“Toyota Genuine Brake Fluid 2500H”
(change not needed)

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6-1. Specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum horizontal distance between and when the pedal is depressedwith a force of 45 lbf (200 N, 20 kgf) while the engine is idling.
*2: Upper side of pedal cover
Pedal clearance*14.0 in. (102 mm) Min.
Floor (firewall)
Brake pedal
Pe d a l c o ve r
Pedal free play 0.04  0.08 in. (1.0  2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.08 in. (2.0 mm)
Parking brake pad wear limit0.06 in. (1.5 mm)
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
4.0 in. (102 mm) Min. 0.20 in. (5 mm) or less*2

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Alphabetical index
Back camera ............................................ 163
Back doorOpener.......................................................29
Back door light Replacing light bulbs ....................... 299
Wattage ................................................. 367
Back monitor ........................................... 163
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 367
Battery Checking ............................................... 265
Terminals ............................................... 265
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ........................ 348
Warning light......................................... 313
Warning message .............................327
Wireless remote control
battery ..................................................... 285
Bottle holder ..............................................211
Brake Braking sound........................................ 90
CCM brake disc ............................... 365
Fluid ...........................................................262
Parking brake ..........................................113
Warning light............................... 312, 314
Warning message .............................327
Brake assist ............................................... 166
Brightness control ................................. 147 Camera ...................................................... 163
Care
Exterior....................................................228
Interior .....................................................235
Seat belts ................................................236
Cargo capacity ........................................176
CCM brake disc ...................................365
Chains ..........................................................181
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .................... 76
Booster seats, installation ................. 82
Convertible seats, definition ............ 76
Convertible seats, installation .......... 81
Installing CRS with seat belts ........... 81
Installing CRS with top straps.........83
Passenger occupant classification system ......................... 72
Child safety Active rear wing ................................... 172
Airbag precautions ..............................68
Battery precautions .............268, 350
Child restraint system ......................... 76
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................................38
Installing child restraints.................... 80
Power window precautions ............48
Rear hatch precautions......................30
Removed wireless remote control battery precautions...... 286
Seat belt guide........................................ 37
Seat belt precautions .......................... 39
Seat heater precautions..................... 35B
*1: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Alphabetical index
Engine coolant temperature gauge......................................................... 116
Engine immobilizer system.................. 53
Engine oil Adding engine oil .............................. 257
Capacity ...................................................361
Checking ............................................... 257
Engine oil consumption..................258
Engine oil pressure gauge ............... 116
Engine oil temperature gauge ....... 116
Oil brand .................................................361
Temperature ......................................... 100
Warning message..................324, 327
Engine oil level ........................................ 132
Engine oil maintenance ....................... 132
Engine oil temperature.......................... 116
EPS .............................................................. 166
Event data recorder ............................. 310 First-aid kit ................................................ 218
Flatbed tow truck.................................. 306
Floor jack ................................................. 253
Floor mats ..................................................215
Fluid
Brake ........................................................262
Washer....................................................264
Front turn signal lights Switch .......................................................... 112
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 299
Wattage ..................................................367
Fuel Capacity ................................................ 360
Fuel gauge ................................................ 116
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 309
Fuel tank cap ...........................................49
Information ........................................... 368
Warning light......................................... 315
Fuel consumption .......................... 118, 132
Fuel filler door Fuel tank.....................................................49
Washer fluid .........................................264
Fuel pump shut off system................. 309
Fuses .......................................................... 287
Gauges Adding engine oil...............................257
Tire pressure.........................................270
Meter ........................................................... 116
Gear changes ......................................... 102
Glove box ................................................. 210F
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