weight lexus LFA 2012 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2012 LFA OWNERS MANUAL (OM77006U)

Driving pleasure so intense that motive performance becomes emo-
tive performance - this is the gift that the LFA offers its owner.
Equipped with an array of individualizing traits that combine state-of-
the-art technology and old-world an alog charm, the LFA was devel-
oped with enduring passion to be the realization of Lexus’ key con-
cepts of “Joy” and “Leading edge”.
The LFA before you contains endless possibilities, waiting only for
your command to transform dreams into reality. Knowing the LFA
inside and out is the key to harnessing the LFA’s power and enjoying
its full potential.
Instantaneous response perfectly in line with driver intentions.
Direct steering feel born fr om a rigid, lightweight body.
Complete confidence in the vehicle’s driving performance for the
freedom to focus entirely on driving.
Engaging interaction through an infinite variety of meter messages.
These promises add a new layer of stimulus to the owner’s everyday
life. Please think of this Owner’s Ma nual as the key to fulfilling these
promises. The information contained here is a guide to keeping the
LFA in its best possible condition, allowing you to enjoy the LFA’s
traits and technologies long into the future. As you come to know
more about the LFA, your relationship with this unique vehicle and
your enjoyment in its company will surely increase.
Picture the LFA years from now.
May it be just as precious to you then as it is today.
Dear owner of the LFA

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
CAUTION
■Using the luggage compartment
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in serious injury.
●Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the rear hatch before open-
ing it. Failure to do so may cause the rear hatch to fall closed again after it is
opened.
●When opening or closing the rear hatch, thoroughly check to make sure the sur-
rounding area is safe.
●If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that the rear
hatch is about to open or close.
●Use caution when opening or closing the rear hatch in windy weather as it may
move abruptly in strong wind.
●Do not attach any accessories to the rear hatch. Such additional weight on the
rear hatch may cause the rear hatch to fall closed again after it is opened.
●The rear hatch may fall if it is not opened
fully. It is more difficult to open or close the
rear hatch on an incline than on a level sur-
face, so beware of the rear hatch unexpect-
edly opening or closing by itself. Make sure
that the rear hatch is fully open and secure
before using the luggage compartment.
●When closing the rear hatch, take extra
care to prevent your fingers etc. from being
caught.
●When closing the rear hatch, make sure to
press it lightly on its outer surface.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
CAUTION
■Wearing a seat belt
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sud-
den braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
Failing to do so may cause death or severe injury.
●Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.
●Always wear a seat belt properly.
●Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt for more
than one person at once, including children.
●Do not recline the seat any more than necessary to achieve a proper seating
position. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting up straight
and well back in the seats.
●Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.
●Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.
■Seat belt pretensioners
●Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the passenger’s seat. Doing so will
disperse the passenger’s weight, which pr events the sensor from detecting the
passenger’s weight properly. As a result, the seat belt pretensioner for the pas-
senger’s seat may not activate in the event of a collision.
●If the pretensioner has activated, the SRS warning light will come on. In that case,
the seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at your Lexus dealer.

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2-5.Driving information
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo
capacity and load:
●Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possi-
ble.
● Be sure all items are secured in place.
● To maintain vehicle balance while driving, position luggage evenly
within the luggage compartment.
● For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.
Capacity and distribution
Cargo capacity depends on the to tal weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capa city) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of th e driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.
(3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4)The resulting figure equals the av ailable amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be
five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400  750 (5150) = 650
lbs.)
(5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded
on the vehicle. That weight may no t safely exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
(6)If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will betransferred to your vehicle. Consul t this manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehi-
cle.
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle is
not designed for trailer towing.
Example based on your vehicle
Cargo capacity
Total load capacity
When 1 person with the weight of 176 lb. (80 kg) is riding in your vehicle,
which has a total load capacity of 34 5 lb. (155 kg), the available amount
of cargo and luggage load capacity will be as follows:
345 lb. — 176 lb. = 169 lb. (155 kg —80 kg = 75 kg)
In this condition, if 1 more occupant wi th the weight of 154 lb. (70 kg) gets on,
the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced as follows:
169 lb. — 154 lb. = 15 lb. (75 kg — 70 kg = 5 kg)
As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants increases,
the cargo and luggage load equaling the weight of the occupant who got
on later, by an amount. In other wo rds, if an increase in the number of
occupants causes an excess of the total load capacity (combined weight
of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo
and luggage on your vehicle.

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2-5. Driving information
CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the lugga ge compartment whenever possible.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item may
get under the brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the pedals from being
depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the driver or passenger, caus-
ing an accident:
• At the feet of the driver
• On the passenger seat (when stacking items)
• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
•On the dashboard
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure some-
one during sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
●Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed for
passengers. The passenger should ride in th e seat with the seat belt properly fas-
tened. Otherwise, the passenger is much more likely to suffer death or serious
bodily injury, in the event of sudden br aking, sudden swerving or an accident.
■Capacity and distribution
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight ra ting or the total vehicle weight rating.
●Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less than the total
load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may cause dete-
rioration of steering or braking control which may cause death or serious injury.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Vehicle load limits
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capac-
ity and cargo capacity.
■ Total load capacity: 345 lb. (155 kg)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and lug-
gage.
■Seating capacity: 2 occupants
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose esti-
mated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
■Towing capacity
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
■Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the
number of occupants.
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on th e tire and loading information label.
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CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the tire s, but also degrade steering and braking
ability, resulting in an accident.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
■Preventing personal injury
●Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and wait for a while before open-
ing the hood so as to avoid getting caught in the moving parts of the engine. Fail-
ure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
■When closing the hood
NOTICE
■When closing the hood
●Do not apply excessive weight or force when closing the hood as doing so may
result in damage.
●Be sure that the supporting rod is firmly secured with the clip positioned on the
inside of the hood. Closing the hood with out securing the supporting rod to the
clip may result in damage to the hood , supporting rod or components in the
engine compartment.
●Do not touch the hood grille or compo-
nents in the engine compartment immedi-
ately after the engine has been driven as
doing so may result in serious injuries such
as burns.
Be careful not to get hands or other body
parts caught when closing the hood as doing
so may result in serious injury.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Maximum load of tire
Check that the maximum load of the replacement tire is greater than 1 /2 of the
Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the rear axle, which-
ever is greater.
■Tire types
●Summer tires
Summer tires are high-speed performance tires best suited to highway driving
under dry conditions. Since summer tires do not have the same traction perfor-
mance as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for driving on snow-covered
or icy roads. For driving on snow-covered roads or icy roads, the use of snow tires
is recommended. When installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires.
●All season tires
All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be ade-
quate for driving in most winter conditions as well as for use year-round. All sea-
son tires, however, do not have adequate traction performance compared with
snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also, al l season tires fall short in acceleration
and handling performance compared with summer tires in highway driving.
●Snow tires
For driving on snow-covered roads or ic y roads, we recommend using snow tires.
If you need snow tires, select tires of the same size, construction and load capac-
ity as the originally installed tires. Since your vehicle has radial tires as original
equipment, make sure your snow tires also have radial construction. Do not install
studded tires without first checking local regulations for possible restrictions.
Snow tires should be installed on all wheels. ( P. 1 8 0 )
■Initializing the tire pressure warning system
Initialize the system with the tire inflatio n pressure adjusted to the specified level.
■If the tread on snow tires wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm)
The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.
For the GAWR, see the Certification Label.
For the maximum load of the tire, see the load
limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure
mentioned on the sidewall of the tire.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least once a month.
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
●Reduced fuel efficiency
●Reduced driving comfort and tire life
●Reduced safety
●Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by your Lexus dealer.
■Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
●Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or has not been driven for
more than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pressure
reading.
●Always use a tire pressure gauge.
The appearance of the tire can be mislea ding. In addition, tire inflation pressure
that is even just a few pounds off can affect ride quality and handling.
●Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for tire inflation
pressure to be higher after driving.
●Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.
Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is bal-
anced.
■Tire inflation pressure display
Tire inflation pressure can be checked on the meter's “Tire Pressure” display.
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