2012 Lexus LFA rear view mirror

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Before driving
Outside rear view mirrors
Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch.
To select a mirror to adjust, press
the switch.Left
Right
To adjust the mirror, press the
switch. Up
Left
Down
Right
Folding the mirrors
Push the mirror back in the direc-
tion of the vehicle's rear.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
■The mirrors can be adjusted when
The ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
■Rain clearing mirrors
When water droplets collects on the mirror surface, for example when it rains, the
rain clearing (hydrophilic) effect of the mirrors causes the droplets to be spread out
into a film making the rear view clearer. In the following cases, the rain clearing
effect will be reduced temporarily, but wi ll return after 1 or 2 days' exposure to
direct sunlight.
●After wiping dirt off the mirrors
●When the mirrors fog up
●After your vehicle has been parked for a long period in underground parking
lots etc. where there is no direct sunlight
■When the mirrors are fogged up
Turn on the mirror defoggers to defog the mirrors. ( P. 2 0 1 )
CAUTION
■When driving the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while driving.
Failing to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.
●Do not drive with the mirrors folded back.
●Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly
adjusted before driving.
■When a mirror is moving
To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your hand
caught by the moving mirror.
■When the mirror defoggers are operating
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfac es, as they can become very hot and burn
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2-1. Driving procedures
CAUTION
●Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside
rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents, resulting
in death or serious injury.
●Always check that all occupants’ arms, heads and other body parts are not out-
side the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and steer ing may cause tire slippage and reduce
your ability to control the vehi cle, resulting in an accident.
●Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by up-shifting
and down-shifting, may cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.
●After driving through a pudd le, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that
the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from
functioning properly. If the brakes on on ly one side are wet and not functioning
properly, steering control may be af fected, resulting in an accident.
■When operating the paddle shift switches/reverse selector switch
Do not operate the paddle shift switches or reverse selector switch with the accel-
erator pedal depressed and Neutral selected.
Doing so may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause
an accident and result in death or serious injury.
■If a brake pad wear warning message is displayed
Have your Lexus dealer check and replac e the brake pads as soon as possible.
The disc damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
Moderate levels of the brake pad and disc wear allow enhanced braking power. As
a result, the discs may wear more quickly than conventional brake discs. Therefore,
when replacing the brake pads, Lexus recommends that you also have the thick-
ness of the discs measured.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or
those of the brake discs are exceeded.

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When driving
2-4.Using other driving systems
Rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor assists the driver by displaying an image of the area
behind the vehicle while reversing. The image displayed on the screen is the
same as the image reflected in the rear view mirror.
The rear view image is displayed
when Reverse is selected.
If the gear is shifted out of Reverse,
the screen returns to the previous
one.
■Displayed area
The area covered by the camera is limited.
Objects that are close to either corner of the
bumper or under the bumper cannot be seen
on the screen.
The area displayed on the screen may vary
depending on vehicle orientation or road
conditions.
Corners of bumper
: If equipped

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
■When using the rear view monitor system
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or
serious injuries:
●Never depend solely on the monitor system when reversing.
●Always check visually and with the mirrors to confirm your intended path is clear.
●Depicted distances between objects and flat surfaces differ from actual dis-
tances.
■Conditions which may affect the rear view monitor system
●If the back of the vehicle has been hit, the camera’s position and mounting angle
may have changed. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
●Rapid temperature changes, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in
cold weather, may cause the system to function abnormally.
●If the camera lens is dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. Rinse with water and
wipe with a soft cloth. If the camera lens is extremely dirty, wash with a mild
cleanser and rinse.
●The displayed image may be darker and mo ving images may be slightly distorted
when the system is cold.
NOTICE
■Camera precautions
●As the camera has a water proof constr uction, do not detach, disassemble or
modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
●Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to
the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
●If a power washer is used for washing the vehicle, do not point it at or near the
camera as doing so may damage the camera.
●Do not use too much force when cleaning the camera lens.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system (with
navigation system) ............... 186
Automatic air conditioning system (without
navigation system) ............... 194
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ............................... 201
3-2. Using the audio system Audio/video system some basics .......................... 202
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ..................... 207
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ........ 209
• Glove box ............................... 210
• Door pockets ......................... 212 3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors .................................. 213
Power outlet ............................. 214
Floor mats ................................. 215
Luggage compartment features ................................... 218
Safety Connect ....................... 219

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops, dew
and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
On/off
The defoggers will automatically
turn off after 15 to 60 minutes. The
operation time changes according
to the ambient temperature and
vehicle speed.
■The defogger can be operated when
The ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
■The outside rear view mirror defoggers
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers on.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the outside surface of the re ar view mirror, as they can become very
hot and burn you.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
■Automatic car washes
Do not use automatic car washes as they may scratch the vehicle body and damage
the paint.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the
windows or rear hatch.
●Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed prop-
erly.
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving
for long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Cleaning the rear quarter glass
As the rear quarter glasses are made of polycarbonate, follow the procedure
below.
Remove dust and dirt on the surface with plenty of water.
Clean the surface using a mild soap or neutral detergent.
Rinse it with adequate water.
■Cleaner precaution
Do not use abrasive cleaners.
■Outside rear view mirror rain-clearing coating
Observe the following precautions in order to retain the rain-clearing properties of
the mirrors:
●Clean the mirrors using a car shampoo or glass cleaner that does not contain
silicone or an abrasive compound, and rinse thoroughly with water.
●Allow the mirrors to be exposed to direct sunlight for 1 to 2 days.
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