2012 Lexus LFA lexus LFA 2012 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2012 LFA OWNERS MANUAL (OM77006U)

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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-
ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the
right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle sh own in the illustration may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming
from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation
leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, anti-lock brake syst em, SRS airbag system and seat belt pre-
tensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary mea-
sures or special instructions regarding installation.
Grounding of the LFA
Since the LFA is composed of CFRP (Carbo n Fiber Reinforced Plastics) body parts,
the body cannot be used as a ground terminal. As such, this vehicle has specialized
ground terminals. Consult with your Lexus dealer for the locations of the special-
ized ground terminals available for this vehicle. Do not use any portion other than
the specialized ground terminals for grounding, as doing so may cause a fire hazard.

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Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regula tions. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus deal er before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

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CAUTION
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of
alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol
and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination,
which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers
or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full at tention to driving. Anything that distracts
the driver, such as adjusting controls, ta lking on a cellular phone or reading can
result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or
others.
Drive considerately: Drive carefully and gently when a pregnant woman or a per-
son suffering from heart disease or other illness that requires rest is on board.
■General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehi cle, and never allow children to have or
use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is
also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the accessory
socket, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or
extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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Symbols used throughout this manual
Cautions & Notices
Symbols used in illustrations
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause death or serious
injury to people. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to
reduce the risk of death or serious injury to yourself and others.
NOTICE
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to the vehi-
cle or its equipment. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to
avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.
Safety symbol
The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”,
“Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen.”
Arrows indicating operationsIndicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.)
used to operate switches and other
devices.
Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g.
a lid opens).

Before driving1
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1-1. Key informationKeys .............................................. 20
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ......... 22
Doors ............................................ 25
Rear hatch ................................... 29
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Seats............................................. 32
Seat belts ..................................... 36
Steering wheel ............................ 41
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ............................... 42
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 43
1-4. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows .......................... 46 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 49
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system.... 53
Alarm............................................ 55
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 59
SRS airbags .................................. 61
Passenger occupant classification system.............. 72
Child restraint systems ............ 76
Installing child restraints......... 80

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1-1.Key information
Keys
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Premium master key
Master key
Valet key
Key number plate
■Alarm
Using the key or wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
■When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. ( P. 2 1 0 )
Carry the master key for your own use and provide the attendant with the valet key,
as this key cannot be used to open the glove box.
■Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that
a key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key number
plate. ( P. 344)

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1-1. Key information
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Before driving
NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
Observe the following:
●Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high temperatures by
placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.
●Do not expose the keys to electromagneti c materials or attach any material that
blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.
●Do not disassemble the key.

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1-2.Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control
The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle from
outside the vehicle.
Locks both side doors
Unlocks both side doors
Pressing the button unlocks the
driver’s door. Pressing the button
again within 3 seconds unlocks the
other door.
Opens the windows (press and
hold)
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*: This setting must be customizedat your Lexus dealer.
■Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked.
(Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■Alarm
Using the key or wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
■Wireless remote control battery depletion
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( P. 2 8 5 )
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approx imately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the anti-theft system automatically locks the vehicle again.