2012 Lexus LFA gearbox

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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 sy stems ................. 76
Installing child restraints .............. 80
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle ......................... 88
Ignition switch ................................... 98
ASG (Automated Sequential Gearbox)................ 102
Turn signal lever............................... 112
Parking brake ................................... 113
Horn...................................................... 115
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ....................... 116
Indicators and warning lights................................................... 121
Using the menu .............................. 124
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 158
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 160
1Before driving
2When driving

When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle................... 88
Ignition switch ........................... 98
ASG (Automated Sequential Gearbox) .......... 102
Turn signal lever ........................ 112
Parking brake ............................ 113
Horn ............................................. 115
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ................. 116
Indicators and warning lights .......................................... 121
Using the menu........................ 124
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch...................... 158
Windshield wipers and washer ..................................... 160 2-4. Using other driving
systems
Rear view monitor system .... 163
Driving assist systems ............ 166
Active rear wing ........................ 171
Launch control.......................... 174
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ................. 176
Vehicle load limits .................... 179
Winter driving tips .................. 180
Trailer towing ........................... 182
Dinghy towing .......................... 183

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2-1. Driving procedures
■Engine speed restrictions
The following restrictions exist for engine protection:
●The engine speed is limited to 7400 rpm if the total mileage shown on the
odometer is less than 310 miles (500 km).
●The engine speed is limited when the engine is not sufficiently warmed-up, such
as immediately after the engine is started or during the engine warm-up period.
The variable red zone shows the maximum engine speed currently available.
(  P. 1 1 9 )
●The engine speed is limited to 4400 rpm for approximately 8 minutes when the
engine is started with the coolant temperature at 5 F (-15 C) or lower.
●The engine speed may be limited when either the coolant temperature gauge
or oil temperature gauge is flashing.
■Idling with five cylinders
To improve fuel consumption, the engine may idle at a reduced speed using five cyl-
inders on one side of the engine whil e stopped or immediately before stopping
when 1st gear is selected in AUTO driving mode. During this time, “5 cylinders
idling” will be displayed on the meter an d vibration or a change in engine sound
may occur. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
■ASG (Automated Sequential Gearbox) operating sounds
 P. 1 1 0
■Braking sound
●As the LFA uses CCM (Carbon Ceramic Material) brake discs with high-fric-
tion pads, it may be possible to hear the sound of the brakes operating (such as
a rubbing or squealing sound). This is normal and does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
●The sound of a motor operating may be heard after the engine is stopped. This
does not indicate a malfunction.
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows
may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be especially
slippery.
●Refrain from driving at high speeds on wet surfaces such as on an expressway in
the rain, as the LFA is fitted with wide-t read tires that may increase the risk of
hydroplaning.

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2-1. Driving procedures
ASG (Automated Sequential Gearbox)
The LFA is equipped with a sequential manual transmission with automated
clutch and shifting mechanisms (ASG). Driving modes can be selected
according to personal preference and include AUTO driving mode, which
allows automatic gear shifting, and SPORT, NORMAL, and WET driving
modes which enable manual gear shifti ng using the paddle shift switches. The
shift speed can be adjusted to seven different levels when in any mode other
than AUTO driving mode.
■ Switch operation
“+” Paddle shift switch (Upshift/Switch to a forward gear)
Shifts up by one gear each time this switch is pulled.
Selects a forward gear if pulled when Neutral is selected.
“-” Paddle shift switch (Downshift)
Shifts down by one gear each time this switch is pulled.
Reverse selector switch
Driving mode selector switch ( P. 1 0 4 )
Shift speed selector ( P. 1 0 7 )

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medi-
cal attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while
traveling to the nearest medical facility.
●If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical atten-
tion immediately.
●If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the clothing and
follow the procedure above if necessary.
●If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Fo llow with milk of magnesia, beaten raw
egg or vegetable oil. Get emergency medical attention immediately.
■When replacing the battery
Use a battery designed for the LFA. Failure to do so may cause gas (hydrogen) to
enter the passenger compartment, causing a fire or explosion.
For replacement of the battery, contact your Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
■Before disconnecting the battery terminal
Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and check that the gear indicator
turns off before disconnecting the battery terminal.
If the terminal is disconnected while the gear indicator is still displayed, the ASG
(Automated Sequential Gearbox) computer may be negatively affected, possibly
causing the engine not to start. If the term inal is accidentally disconnected while the
indicator is on, contact your Lexus dealer.
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accesso-
ries are turned off.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
8CDS FAN 40 A Electric cooling fan
9WIP40 A Windshield wiper
10ABS MTR1 50 A Electronically controlled brake system
11ACC CUT 7.5 A Starter system
12H-LP RH 15 A Headlight low/high beam (right-side)
13H-LP LH 15 A Headlight low/high beam (left-side)
14E/G IG 5 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, ASG (Automated Sequential
Gearbox)
15IGN
10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, SRS airbag system, electronically
controlled brake system, electric
power control system
16EFI NO.2 10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
17EFI NO.1
10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
18P/I
50 A INJ, A/PMP HTR, EFI, A/F HTR
19ST 30 A Starter system
20MAIN 30 A H-LP RH, H-LP LH
21ABS MTR2 50 A Electronically controlled brake system
22F/ P M P3 0 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
FuseAmpereCircuit

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
13D-IG1-35 AElectronically controlled brake sys-
tem, VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Inte-
grated Management)
14ABS MAIN D2 10 A Electronically controlled brake system
15ABS MAIN D1 10 A Electronically controlled brake system
16STOP
10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, electronically controlled brake
system, ASG (Automated Sequential
Gearbox), stop/tail lights, high
mounted stoplight
17DRLCK BAT 25 A Main body ECU
18HAZ
10 ATurn signal lights, emergency flashers,
gauges and meters
19AM2
5 AIGN, E/G IG, EFI NO.1, EFI NO.2,
ECU-IG2, GAUGE, ASG-IG2
20PANEL
5 A Interior lights
21DOME 5 A Interior lights
22MPX-B10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, main body ECU, rear hatch,
power seat (driver's side), gauges and
meters, VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics
Integrated Management)
FuseAmpereCircuit

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
14PMG5 A Electric power control system
15RAD NO.1 10 A Audio system
16MAYDAY 5 A Lexus Enform
17P-S/HTR 15 A Seat heater (passenger's side)
18MIR HTR 15 A Outside rear view mirror defoggers
19P- M PX- B 5 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, wireless remote door lock func-
tion, power seat (passenger’s side)
20GAUGE 10 A Gauges and meters
21ECU-IG2 5 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, ASG (Automated Sequential
Gearbox), electric power control sys-
tem, passenger occupant classifica-
tion system, CAN gateway ECU,
Lexus Enform
FuseAmpereCircuit