2012 Lexus LFA parking brake

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5-1. Essential information
■Emergency towing procedureStart the engine.
If the engine cannot be started, turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” or
“ON” position.
With Neutral selected, release the parking brake.
■When using the towing eyelet
Use the towing eyelet only when your vehicle is being towed.
Do not use the towing eyelet to tow another vehicle or to tie down your vehicle on a
flatbed truck.
CAUTION
■Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on
the emergency towing eyelet and the cable or chain. Always be cautious of the
surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
●If the engine is not running , the power assist for the brakes and steering may not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing. This may lead
to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.
NOTICE
■To prevent vehicle damage
Observe the following precautions when using a flatbed truck:
●Do not drive over wheel chocks, as doing so may damage the tires.
●Do not tie down the vehicle over any part s other than the tires (do not use parts
such as the suspension).
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic transmission control system.
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Brake system warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronically controlled brake system; or
• The electric parking brake.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system.
(Comes on) Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
•The TRAC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.A buzzer sounds and a message is show n on the meter. Failure to investi-
gate the cause of the following messag es may lead to the system operat-
ing abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
MessageDetails
Indicates a malfunction in the parking brake system.
(U.S.A.)
(Flashes)
(Canada)
(Flashes) Indicates that parking brake operation is restrained.
May come on if the parking brake cannot be oper-
ated due to a malfunction.
Indicates a malfunction in the transmission system.

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Indicates that the rear
hatch is not fully closed. flashes and a
buzzer sounds to indi-
cate that the rear hatch
is not fully closed (with
the vehicle having
reached a speed of 3
mph [5 km/h]). Close the rear hatch.
(Flashes)
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Indicates that the parking
brake is still engaged.
May come on if the vehi-
cle reaches a speed of 3
mph (5 km/h). Release the parking
brake. (
P. 113)
(Flashes)
(U.S.A.)
(Flashes)
(Canada)
(Flashes) Indicates that parking
brake operation is
restrained.
Parking brake operation
is restrained to protect
the system from over-
heating due to repeated
operation of the parking
brake. Refrain from operating the
parking brake for 1 minute.
MessageDetailsCorrection procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
The LFA is equipped with an emergency tire puncture repair kit, not a spare
tire.
A puncture caused by a nail or screw passing through the tire tread can be
repaired temporarily with the emerge ncy tire puncture repair kit. When
replacing the repaired tire, consult your Lexus dealer or tire dealer.
■Before repairing the tire
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Select 1st gear or Reverse.
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Contents
Compressor
Sealant
Injection hose
Extension hose (for extracting
the sealant) Valve core tool
Valve core (spare)
Stickers

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the parking brake cannot be released
In the event that the battery is discharged or switch operation does not
release the parking brake, the parking brake can be released manually using
the procedure below. This procedure should be performed only if necessary,
such as in an emergency.
If the switch cannot be operated even when the battery is normal, the parking
brake system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
■ Before releasing the parking brake manually
●Select 1st gear or Reverse.
● Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position.
● Check that the parking brake indicator is off.
● Chock the tires.
Releasing the parking brake manually
Open the rear hatch and remove
the cover.
If the rear hatch cannot be opened
with the rear hatch opener switch,
use the release cable. (P. 2 9 )
Release the belt and take out the
tool bag.
Take the parking brake release tool
and the screwdriver handle out of
the tool bag.
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Install the parking brake release
tool into the screwdriver handle.
Remove the cover.
Hold both sides of the bottom edge
and raise the cover.
Insert the tool and press it down
firmly while turning it counter-
clockwise until it stops.
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■Manual operation of the parking brake
The parking brake cannot be set manually.

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CAUTION
■When releasing the parking brake manually
●Select 1st gear or Reverse, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and
chock the tires.
Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move, resulting in an accident.
●Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and check that the parking brake
indicator is off.
Failure to do so may cause the system to operate and turn the parking brake
release tool that is inserted, resulting in an injury.