2012 Lexus LFA warning lights

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

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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
Airbag system componentsYour vehicle is equipped with AD VANCED AIRBAGS designed based
on US motor vehicle sa fety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag system
controls airbag deployment power for the driver and passenger. The
driver airbag system consist s of the driver’s seat position sensor etc. The
passenger’s airbag system consists of the passenger occupant classifica-
tion sensor etc. Passenger airbag
Seat belt airbag sensors
Occupant detection system
ECU
Occupant detection system
sensor
Seat belt buckle switches
Seat belt airbags
Airbag sensor assembly
Driver's seat position sensor
Driver’s knee airbag
Driver airbag
SRS warning light
“A I R B A G O N ” a n d “A I R
BAG OFF” indicator lights
Front airbag and seat belt air-
bag sensors

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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
Condition and operation in the passenger occupant classification system
■Adult*1
■Child *3 or child restraint system*4
■Unoccupied
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “A I R B A G
ON”
SRS warning light Off
Passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
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DevicesPassenger airbag
Activated
Seat belt airbag on the passenger seat
Passenger’s seat belt pretensioner
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “A I R B A G
OFF”
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SRS warning light Off
Passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
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DevicesPassenger airbag
Deactivated
Seat belt airbag on the passenger seat
Passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
Not illuminated
SRS warning light Off
Passenger’s seat belt reminder light
Devices Passenger airbag
Deactivated
Seat belt airbag on the passenger seat
Passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

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1-7. Safety information
■There is a malfunction in the system
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1: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the passenger seat, the system may recognize him/her as
a child depending on his/her physique and posture.
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2: In the event the passenger does not wear a seat belt.
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3: When a larger child who has outgrow n a child restraint system sits in
the passenger seat, the system may recognize him/her as an adult
depending on his/her physique or posture.
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4: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the passenger
seat. If a child restraint system needs to be installed, install a forward
facing child restraint system on the passenger seat. ( P. 76 )
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5: In case the indicator is not illumina ted, consult this manual on how to
install the child restraint system properly. ( P. 8 0 )
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “A I R B A G
OFF”
SRS warning light On
Passenger’s seat belt reminder light Off
Devices Passenger airbag
Deactivated
Seat belt airbag on the passenger seat
Passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated

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
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on or flash. (P. 325, 327)
Depending on the condition, the parking brake indicator light may flash.
NOTICE
■When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, select 1st gear or Reverse, and
stop the engine. Make sure that the vehicle does not move.
■When the system malfunctions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.
■When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction
Use the parking brake release tool to manually release the parking brake.
(  P. 3 4 5 )
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components over-
heating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Indicators and warning lights
The indicators and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center panel
inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
Instrument cluster
The units used on the gauges and meters may differ depending on the destina-
tion.
Center panel

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
■Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of ma lfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems. ( P. 312)
*1: These lights turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position
to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the
engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a sys-
tem if a light does not come on, or if th e lights do not turn off. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The display flashes to indicate that the engine oil temperature is too high.
*3: These displays flash to indicate that the engine coolant temperature is too
high.
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driver) (For pas-
senger)
CAUTION
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system lig ht such as the ABS or SRS warning light not come on
when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not available to
help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.
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