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

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■Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and ambi-
ent conditions. As a result, the following may occur:
●The system may switch automatically to recirculated air mode when the coolest
temperature setting is selected when the ambient temperature is high.
●Immediately after is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm or
cool air is ready to flow.
●Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to in
accordance with the temperature se tting and the inside temperature.
■Using the system in outside air mode
As hot air from the hood grilles may flow through the air outlets, it is recommended
that the air conditioning system be turned on while outside air mode is used.
■Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if recirculated air mode is used.
■When is selected for the air outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to th e feet may be warmer than air flowing to
the upper body depending on the temperature setting.
■When the outside air temperature approaches 32 F (0C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when
is pressed.
■Air conditioning odors
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning sy stem. This may then cause odor to be
emitted from the vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode
prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.

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CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use
during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can
cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine
is stopped.

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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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3-2.Using the audio system
Audio/video system some basics
The audio/video system can be used when the ignition switch is in the “ACC”
or “ON” position.
For operating instructions, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”
under the heading “AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM”.
Ty p e A
Function menu tab
To control the radio, DVD changer, Bluetooth
® audio player, AUX,
USB memory or iPod, select the screen tabs.
Function menu display screen
To control the radio, DVD changer, Bluetooth
® audio player, AUX,
USB memory or iPod, select the screen buttons.
“CH·DISC” button
Push the “ ” or “ ” button to select a preset station or a selected disc.
“AUX·USB” button
Push this button to turn the Bluetooth
® audio player, AUX, USB mem-
ory or iPod on.
: If equipped

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“DISC” button
Push this button to turn the DVD changer on.
“TUNE/FILE” knob
Turn this knob to move the station band and files up or down.
“LOAD” button
Push this button to insert the discs.
Disc slot
Insert discs into the slot after pushing the “LOAD” button.
“ ” button
Push this button to eject the discs.
“PWR/VOL” knob
Push this knob to turn the audio/video system on and off, and turn it to
adjust the volume.
“SAT” button
Push the button to ch oose a SAT station.
“AM·FM” button
Push this button to choose a radio station. (AM, FM1, FM2)
“SEEK·TRACK” button
Push either side of this button to seek up or down for a station, or to
access a desired track, file or chapter.

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Ty p e BFunction menu tab
To control the radio, DVD changer, Bluetooth
® audio player, AUX,
USB memory or iPod, select the screen tabs.
Function menu display screen
To control the radio, DVD changer, Bluetooth
® audio player, AUX,
USB memory or iPod, select the screen buttons.
“CH·DISC” button
Push the “ ” or “ ” button to select a preset station or a selected disc.
“AUX·USB” button
Push this button to turn the Bluetooth
® audio player, AUX, USB mem-
ory or iPod on.
“DISC” button
Push this button to turn the DVD changer on.
“TUNE/FILE” knob
Turn this knob to move the station band and files up or down.
“LOAD” button
Push this button to insert the discs.

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Disc slot
Insert discs into the slot after pushing the “LOAD” button.
“ ” button
Push this button to eject the discs.
“PWR/VOL” knob
Push this knob to turn the audio/video system on and off, and turn it to
adjust the volume.
“FM” button
Push this button to choose an FM station.
“AM” button
Push this button to choose an AM station.
“SEEK·TRACK” button
Push either side of this button to seek up or down for a station, or to
access a desired track, file or chapter.
Loading discs
■ Loading a single disc
Push the “LOAD” button.
When the indicator changes from flashing amber to green, insert
a disc after the disc slot door opens.
■ Loading multiple discs
Push and hold the “LOAD” bu tton until you hear a beep.
When the indicator changes from flashing amber to green, insert
a disc after the disc slot door opens.
After inserting a disc, wait until the indicator changes from flash-
ing amber to green, then insert th e next disc after the disc slot
door has opened.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have inserted all discs.
To cancel the operation, push the “LOAD” or “DISC” button. If you do
not insert a disc within 15 seconds, loading will be canceled automati-
cally.
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STEP2
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Ejecting discs■ Ejecting a disc
Select the disc to be ejected.
Push the “ ” button and remove the disc.
■ Ejecting all discs
Push and hold the “ ” button until you hear a beep, then remove the
discs.
■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audi o/video system’s speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio/video system is
operating.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio/video system on longer than necessary with the engine off.
■To avoid damaging the audio/video system
Take care not to spill drinks or othe r fluids over the audio/video system.
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3-3.Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Interior lights (P. 2 0 8 )
Down light
Ignition switch light
Door courtesy lights
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off acco rding to the ignition switch position,
whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are open/closed.
■To prevent battery discharge
If the interior lights remain on when a door is not fully closed and the interior light
switch (door position on/off) is on, the lights will go off automatically after 20 min-
utes.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features
P. 383)

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Interior lightsDoor position on/off
On/off