2012 Lexus LFA gas type

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1-5. Refueling
NOTICE
■Refueling
●Use only the specified premium-unleaded (unleaded high-octane) gasoline.
Never use regular unleaded gasoline, poor quality gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene,
any type of alcohol-based fuel, or any type of fuel other than that specified for this
vehicle. Also, be careful not to mix up the fuel and washer fluid. Failure to follow
these precautions may cause damage to the vehicle.
●Do not spill fuel, as it may damage the vehicle's painted surface.

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1-7. Safety information
The main SRS airbag system components are shown above. The SRS air-
bag system is controlled by the airb ag sensor assembly. The airbag sen-
sor assembly consists of a safing sensor and an airbag sensor.
In certain types of severe frontal or side impacts, the SRS airbag system
triggers the airbag inflators. A chemica l reaction in the inflators quickly
fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to he lp restrain the motion of the occu-
pants.
■If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
●Bruising and slight abrasion s may result from contact with a deploying (inflating)
SRS airbag.
●A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
●Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel , airbag cover and inflator) as well as
the seats may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.
●The windshield may crack.
●For Safety Connect subscribers, if the SRS airbags deploy or in the event of a
severe rear-end collision, the system is designed to send an emergency call to
the response center, notifying them of the vehicle’s location (without needing to
push the “SOS” button) and an agent will attempt to speak with the occupants
to ascertain the level of emergency and assistance required. If the occupants
are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emer-
gency and helps to dispatch the necessary emergency services. ( P. 2 1 9 )

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6-1. Specifications
Engine
Fuel
Model1LR-GUE
Ty p e10-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.50 3.10 in. (88.0  79.0 mm)
Displacement 293.2 cu.in. (4805 cm3)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane rating91 (Research octane number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)19.3 gal. (73 L, 16.1 Imp. gal.)
NOTICE
■Fuel precaution
Do not use any fuel other than that specified above. Doing so may cause engine
damage.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxygen-
ates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Te rtiary Butyl Ether) is available in many
areas.
Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended
reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle perfor-
mance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●Lexus allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate con-
tent is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower
than 87.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcyclo-
pentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoli ne that contains MMT. If fuel contain-
ing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the inst rument cluster may come on. If this hap-
pens, contact your Lexus dealer for service.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

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6-1. Specifications
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use any fuel other than that specified. If improper fuels are used the
engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic convert-
ers causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability is encountered after using a different type of fuel (poor hot start-
ing, vaporization, engine knoc king, etc.), discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 2 5 0Rear hatch openerP. 2 9Fuel filler doorP. 4 9
Hood release lever P. 2 5 0Fuel filler door opener P. 4 9Tire inflation pressureP. 3 6 6
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)19.3 gal. (73 L, 16.1 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Vehicle speedFrontRear
Less than 155
(250)
[mph (km/h)]33 (230, 2.3) [psi (kPa, kgf/cm2 or
bar)]
155 (250) or
more
[mph (km/h)]41 (280, 2.8) [psi (kPa, kgf/cm2 or
bar)]
Engine oil brand“Mobil 1 5W-50”