2012 Lexus LFA seat adjustment

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■Driving position adjustment
1 Insert the key into the ignition switch
and then turn the key to the “ACC”
position.
2 Use the seat adjustment switches (A)
to move the driver seat. You should
be able to fully depress the brake
pedal with your knees slightly bent.
3 Adjust the height of the seat and the
position of the steering wheel. You
should be able to grip the top of the steering wheel with your elbows slightly bent
and your back at a comfortable angle.
4 If necessary, readjust the seat position.
5 Adjust the mirrors to ensure that you have a good view of the area behind the
vehicle.
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■Starting the engine
1 With the brake pedal depressed, turn the key to the “ON” position.
2 Pull both paddle shift switches at the same time to select Neutral.
3 Press the “ENGINE START” switch to start the engine.
(A)

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Ideal driving position
An ideal driving position allows for smooth operational inputs and also helps to
reduce injuries in the event of a collision. Although the driving position employed by
racing drivers in competition offers maximum car control, it is not always practical for
use on public roads.
While the ideal driving position will vary depending on individual requirements and
driving conditions, please observe the following points in order to ensure a safe and
comfortable driving position:
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■Seat slide adjustment
When sliding your seat back and forth, aim for a position that allows you to fully
depress the brake pedal with your knees slightly bent. Also, to ensure that you have
enough leverage to depress the brake pedal, make sure that your back rests firmly
against the seatback.
If your leg is fully extended to depress the brake pedal and a collision occurs, your
knee will not be able to help absorb any impact force. Instead, the full force of the
impact will be transferred to your lower back, possibly resulting in spinal injuries.
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■Seat angle adjustment
When adjusting the seatback, aim for an angle that allows you to rest your back firmly
against the seatback with your hands gripping the top of the steering wheel and your
elbows slightly bent. Resting your back firmly against the seatback offers better body
support.
To maintain an adequate level of support, it is essential to make sure that your arms are
not over-reaching to touch the top of the steering wheel. Sitting too far away will force
you to lean forward when turning, compromising the support offered by the seatback.
Finally, make sure that the seatback is not reclined excessively, as this may result in
your body slipping under the seat belt in the event of a collision.
The seats in the LFA employ a racing bucket seat-inspired design and frames made
from CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics) to ensure a highly rigid and supportive
construction.
To ensure that the seats are used to their maximum potential, always maintain an
appropriate driving position.

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Ideal driving position
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■Seat adjustment range
The following seat adjustments are available:
Seat forward/backward slide
Seat height
Seatback reclining angle
Seat cushion front height
Seatback reclining
angle adjustment
Seat cushion front
height adjustment:
0.95 in. (24 mm)
Seat forward/backward slide adjustment: 7.95 in. (202 mm) Seat height
adjustment:
1.65 in. (42 mm)

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Index
Rear quarter window cleaning 80
Rear rotor 53
Rear suspension 47
Rear wing (operation) 28
Rear wing cleaning 80
Rear wing manual operation 80
Rear-mounted transaxle 39
Red zone 59, 70
Refueling 12
Regarding launch control 33
Regarding suspension
adjustments 47
Regarding the brake override
system 50
Remove the fuse 93
Response 56
Restricted maximum engine
speed during break-in period 17
Restricted maximum engine
speed in extremely low
temperatures 17
Restricted maximum engine
speed in neutral gear 17
Rev counter 57
Rev Indicator 67 , 70
Rev limiters 16
Rev Peak 67 , 71
Reverse selector switch 9
Reversing 11
Ride height 47
RPM peak-hold 67
RPM/Rev memory indicator 71
RPM/Rev memory needle 71
SScrub radius 47
Seat adjustment 21
Seat adjustment range 21
Seat angle adjustment 20
Seat cushion front edge height
adjustment 21
Seat forward/backward slide
adjustment 21
Seat height adjustment 21
Seat position 20
Seat slide adjustment 20
Seat switch 10
Seatback angle adjustment 21
Seatback reclining angle
adjustment 21
Selecting a driving mode 27
Settings 67
Shift down 40
Shift paddles 40, 4 1
Shift shock 41
Shift speed 41
Shift speed selector 41
Shift up 40
Shifting 36
Side mirror switches 9
Spare tools 100
Special selection color
“Matte Black” 81