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

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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.
(  P. 2 7 7 )
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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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the pre-
vailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and the same brand.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front
of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may
have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.
■ When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and driv e at a reduced speed suitable to
road conditions.

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■Tire grip at low temperatures
The tires fitted to the LFA are designed for dry road conditions. As such, tire grip on
cold, snowy and/or icy roads will be reduced compared to standard tires.
Be sure to use snow tires on snowy and/or icy roads and drive carefully at a speed
appropriate for road and weather conditions.
■Engine starting restrictions
In order to protect the engine, the engine may not start when the engine coolant
temperature or engine oil temperature is below -13 F (-25C). In that case, a
buzzer will sound and “Temp low Engine cannot be started” will be shown on the
meter. ( P. 3 2 7 )
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious
injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of snow tires
being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains
Do not fit tire chains. Tire chains may da mage the vehicle body and suspension, and
adversely affect driving performance.
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow ti res from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire
retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of
the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.

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Trailer towing
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also does
not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier
for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. The LFA is not designed for trailer tow-
ing or for the use of to w hitch mounted carriers.

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Dinghy towing
The LFA can be dinghy towed in a forward direction (with 4 wheels on the
ground) behind a motor home.
Towing your vehicle with 4 wheels on the groundTo prevent damage to your vehicle, perform the following procedures
before towing: Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
Select Neutral.
Release the parking brake.
Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position.
Ensure that the audio system and other powered devices have been
turned off.
After towing, leave the engine in idle for at least 3 minutes before driving
the vehicle.
■Necessary equipment and accessories
Specialized equipment and accessories are required for dinghy towing. Contact
the service branch of the motor home manufacturer regarding recommended
equipment.
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NOTICE
■Dinghy towing direction
■To prevent the steering from locking
Ensure the ignition switch is in the “ACC” position.
Do not tow the vehicle backward.
Doing so may cause serious damage.

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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Automatic air conditioning syst em (with navigation system)
Air outlets and fan speed are automati cally adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.

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Interior features
Displaying the operation screen
Press the “MENU” button.
Select “Climate” by operating the
Remote Touch knob and then
press the enter button.
Driver's side temperature dis-
play
Outside temperature display
Dual mode switch
Passenger’s side temperature
display
Air outlet switches
Fan speed control switches
Cooling and dehumidification
function on/off switch
Talk switch
Passenger's side temperature
control button
Automatic mode button
Outside/recirculated air mode
button
Enter button
Remote Touch knob
“MENU” button
Windshield defogger button
Driver’s side temperature con-
trol button
“OFF” button
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Using the automatic air conditioning system
Press .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Press on the driver’s side to increase the temperature and
to decrease the temperature.
When “DUAL” is selected on the oper ation screen (the indicator is on)
or the passenger's side temperature control button is pressed, the tem-
perature for the driver and passenge r seats can be adjusted separately.
Adjusting the settings manually
■ Turning the cooling and dehumidification function on and off
Select “A/C” on the operation screen.
The air conditioning system turns on and off each time “A/C” is selected.
■Adjusting the temperature setting
Press to increase the temperat ure and to decrease the tem-
perature.
When “DUAL” is selected on the oper ation screen (the indicator is on) or
the passenger’s side temperature cont rol button is pressed, the tempera-
ture for the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Select any switch of (decrease 
increase) on the operation screen.
Press to turn the fan off.
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