2012 Lexus LFA rate

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Using the meter
Checking and topping up the oil level
The LFA uses a dry-sump oil system to circulate the engine oil between the
engine and the oil tank. Therefore, depending on the conditions, the level of oil
in the oil tank can vary greatly.
Cautions when checking the oil level
• In order to attain the most accurate
m e a s u r e m e n t , l e a v e t h e e n g i n e
running after driving and check the
oil level while the engine is idling. The
oil level will take time to stabilize if the
engine is stopped and started again.
• As the engine oil level in the oil tank
va r i e s d e p e n d i n g o n t h e d r i v i n g
condition of the vehicle immediately
before measurement, the results may
vary even if the overall oil amount is
constant.
MAX
MIN
Cautions when topping up the oil level
• Ensure that the oil level does not fall below the MIN marking.
• The space between the MAX and MIN markings represents approximately
2.1 qt. (2.0 L, 1.8 Imp. qt.). While the oil may be topped up as required, never
add more than 0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 lmp. qt.) at one time.
• Even if the oil level is below the MAX mark, do not add more oil than
necessary.
Oil level gauge
• The oil level gauge installed on the oil tank is for oil changes. Do not use it to
check the current oil level.

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■Rear quarter glass
The rear quar ter glass is made from
polycarbonate resin. As this material
i s e a s i l y s c r a t c h e d c o m p a r e d t o
conventional glass, observe the following
procedure when cleaning:
1 Remove dust and dirt on the surface
with plenty of water.
2 Clean the surface using a mild soap or neu tral detergent.
3 Rinse it with adequate water.
When cleaning the rear quarter glass:
• Do not use wax, window cleaner or abrasive cleaner.
• Do not touch glass surface with anything hard or sharp.
• Do not use window scraper or deicer.
Do not attach stickers or apply water repellent coating to the rear quarter glass. Contact
with glue or other agents may cause the glass to become cloudy or blemished.
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■Active rear wing
The active rear wing can be manually operated to allow excess water to be removed
after the vehicle is washed.
Manual operation is only possible when the vehicle is stationary with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position.
If the active rear wing is left in the raised
position, it will automatically retract when
the vehicle speed exceeds 16 MPH (25
km/h).
Before operating the switch to manually retract the active rear wing, make sure that the
area surrounding the wing is clear. Watch the active rear wing while operating the switch
to ensure that the operation proceeds smoothly.
rear quarter glass
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Brake and Tires
Brake Calipers FrontOpposed 6-piston monoblock
Rear Opposed 4-piston monoblock
Brake Rotors CCM
(Carbon Ceramic Material)
Brake Rotor (diameter) Front
f390 mm x 34V
Rear f360 mm x 28V
Brake System ECB
(Electronically Controlled Brake)
Brake Fluid Type FMVSS No.116 DOT3
Brake Fluid Capacity RHD1.2L (1.3 qt., 1.1 lmp. qt)
LHD 1.1L (1.2 qt., 1.0 Imp. qt.)
Parking Brake EPB (Electric Parking Brake)
Wheel Size Front20 x 9.5J +45
Rear 20 x 11.5J +45
Tire Size Front265/35ZR20 (95Y)
Rear 305/30ZR20 (99Y)
Suspension Type FrontDouble Wishbone
Rear Multi-link
Steering Gear Type Rack and Pinion
Steering Gear Ratio 14.3
Lock to Lock 2.35
Power Steering Type EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Stability control VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics
Integrated Management)
Electrical System
Battery Size S75D31R
Voltage & Amp.hr. (5HR) 12V-56AH
Alternator Output 2,640 W
Starter Output 1.7 kW

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Index
Transaxle 39
Transaxle oil cooler system 39
Transaxle shaft 38
Transmission 39
Transmission oil cooler 39
Transporting the vehicle 100
Trip Info 67
Trunk 12
Turns lock-to-lock 45
Twin shaft transmission 39
UUpshift 40
Using the floor mats 22
Using the meter 66
VVariable maximum engine speed
during warm-up 17
VDIM control characteristics
(NORMAL) 29
VDIM control characteristics
(SPORT) 29
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics
Integrated Management) 29
Virtual kingpin axis 47
VSC off switch 9
WWashing the vehicle 78
Waxing the vehicle 81
WET mode 58
WET mode
(control characteristics) 26
WET mode (selection) 27
Wheel center kingpin offset 47
When transporting the vehicle 100
When using a high-pressure
car wash 79
10 individual throttle valves 32
1LR-GUE engine 16