2012 Lexus LFA fuel type

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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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6-1. Specifications
Engine
Fuel
Model1LR-GUE
Ty p e10-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.50 3.10 in. (88.0  79.0 mm)
Displacement 293.2 cu.in. (4805 cm3)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane rating91 (Research octane number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)19.3 gal. (73 L, 16.1 Imp. gal.)
NOTICE
■Fuel precaution
Do not use any fuel other than that specified above. Doing so may cause engine
damage.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxygen-
ates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Te rtiary Butyl Ether) is available in many
areas.
Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended
reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle perfor-
mance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●Lexus allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate con-
tent is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower
than 87.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcyclo-
pentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoli ne that contains MMT. If fuel contain-
ing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the inst rument cluster may come on. If this hap-
pens, contact your Lexus dealer for service.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

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6-1. Specifications
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use any fuel other than that specified. If improper fuels are used the
engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic convert-
ers causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability is encountered after using a different type of fuel (poor hot start-
ing, vaporization, engine knoc king, etc.), discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.

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Alphabetical index
Electric power steering ....................... 166
Emergency, in case ofIf the active rear wing will not operate ....................................... 325
If the engine will not start ............... 343
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ............................................ 50
If the parking brake cannot be released ....................................... 345
If the rear hatch cannot be opened ....................................................29
If the vehicle has a discharged battery.................................................. 348
If the warning buzzer sounds........ 312
If the warning light turns on ............ 312
If the warning message is displayed .............................................322
If you have a flat tire ........................ 332
If you lose your keys ........................ 344
If you lose your wireless remote control ................................ 344
If you think something is wrong...................................................308
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 354
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 355
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 303
If your vehicle overheats.................. 351 Emergency flashers
Switch.......................................................302
Engine “ENGINE START” switch ...............98
Compartment......................................256
Engine coolant ................................... 260
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 116
Engine oil pressure gauge ............... 116
Engine oil temperature gauge ....... 116
Engine speed restrictions .................90
Engine starting restrictions............... 181
Hood ....................................................... 250
How to start the engine .....................98
Identification number ...................... 358
Idling with five cylinders.....................90
If the engine will not start................343
Ignition switch .........................................98
Overheating .......................................... 351
Tachometer ......................................... 260
Variable red zone................................. 119
Warning light ........................................ 314
Warning message ................. 324, 327
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................362
Checking .............................................. 260
Coolant type ........................................362
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 116
Preparing and checking before winter .....................................180E
*2: Refer to “Inside the LFA”.

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 2 5 0Rear hatch openerP. 2 9Fuel filler doorP. 4 9
Hood release lever P. 2 5 0Fuel filler door opener P. 4 9Tire inflation pressureP. 3 6 6
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)19.3 gal. (73 L, 16.1 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Vehicle speedFrontRear
Less than 155
(250)
[mph (km/h)]33 (230, 2.3) [psi (kPa, kgf/cm2 or
bar)]
155 (250) or
more
[mph (km/h)]41 (280, 2.8) [psi (kPa, kgf/cm2 or
bar)]
Engine oil brand“Mobil 1 5W-50”