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

Before driving1
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1-1. Key informationKeys .............................................. 20
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ......... 22
Doors ............................................ 25
Rear hatch ................................... 29
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Seats............................................. 32
Seat belts ..................................... 36
Steering wheel ............................ 41
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ............................... 42
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 43
1-4. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows .......................... 46 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 49
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system.... 53
Alarm............................................ 55
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 59
SRS airbags .................................. 61
Passenger occupant classification system.............. 72
Child restraint systems ............ 76
Installing child restraints......... 80

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1-1.Key information
Keys
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Premium master key
Master key
Valet key
Key number plate
■Alarm
Using the key or wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
■When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. ( P. 2 1 0 )
Carry the master key for your own use and provide the attendant with the valet key,
as this key cannot be used to open the glove box.
■Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that
a key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key number
plate. ( P. 344)

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NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
Observe the following:
●Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high temperatures by
placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.
●Do not expose the keys to electromagneti c materials or attach any material that
blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.
●Do not disassemble the key.

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Wireless remote control
The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle from
outside the vehicle.
Locks both side doors
Unlocks both side doors
Pressing the button unlocks the
driver’s door. Pressing the button
again within 3 seconds unlocks the
other door.
Opens the windows (press and
hold)
*
*: This setting must be customizedat your Lexus dealer.
■Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked.
(Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■Alarm
Using the key or wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
■Wireless remote control battery depletion
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( P. 2 8 5 )
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approx imately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the anti-theft system automatically locks the vehicle again.

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■Conditions affecting operation
In the following situations, the wireless remote control may not operate properly:
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, broadcasting station, airport or other
facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise, an audio or other
radio wave emitting device or a large display
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wire-
less communication device
●When multiple wireless remote controls are in the vicinity
●When the wireless remote control is in contact with, or is covered by certain
metallic objects
●When another wireless remote control (that emits radio waves) is being used
nearby
■When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a wireless remote control function onto an aircraft, make sure you
do not press any buttons on the wireless remote control while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying the wireless remote control in your bag etc, ensure that
the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause
the wireless remote control to emit radio waves that could interfere with the opera-
tion of the aircraft.
■Customization that can be conf igured at your Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. door unlocking function and door lock buzzer sound) can be
changed. (Customizable features P. 383)

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■Certification for wireless remote controlFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: HYQ12BDH FCC ID: HYQ13BDC
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Before driving
Doors
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the key, wireless remote con-
trol or door lock switch.
■Key
Turning the key operates the doors as follows:
Locks both side doors
Closes the windows (turn and
hold)*
Unlocks both side doors
Turning the key unlocks the driver’s
door. Turning the key again unlocks
the other door.
Opens the windows (turn and
hold)*
*: This setting must be customized atyour Lexus dealer.
■ Wireless remote control
 P. 2 2
■ Door lock switch
Locks both side doors
Pulling on the inside door lever will
open the door even when the door
is locked.
Unlocks both side doors
The unlock indicator will come on
when the doors are unlocked.Unlock indicator

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Automatic door locking and unlocking systemsThe following functions can be set or canceled:
■ Setting and canceling the function
To switch between setting and canceling, follow the procedure below:
Close both side doors and turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position. (Perform step 2 within 20 seconds.) Check that Neutral is selected
(P. 103), press and hold the
door lock switch ( or )
for about 5 seconds then release.
The switch positions correspond-
ing to the desired function to be set
are shown in the following table.
Use the same procedure to cancel
the function.
When the setting or canceling operatio n is complete, both side doors are
locked and then unlocked.
FunctionOperation
Speed linked door locking
function Both side doors are locked when the vehicle
speed is approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) or
higher.
Driver's door linked door
unlocking function Both side doors are unlocked when the driver's
door is opened within 10 seconds after turning
the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position.
STEP1
STEP2
SettingDoor lock switch position
Speed linked door locking function
Press
Driver's door linked door unlocking functionPress

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■Door unlock indicator
This indicator turns off when the doors are locked or 30 seconds after the ignition
switch is turned to the “LOCK” position.
■Impact detection door lock release system
In the event that the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, both side doors are
unlocked. Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, however,
the system may not operate.
■If a wrong key is used
The key cylinder rotates freely to isolate the inside mechanism if a wrong key is
inserted into the key cyli nder and forcibly rotated.
■Customization that can be conf igured at your Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.
(Customizable features  P. 383)
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failing to do so may result in a door open ing and an occupant falling out, resulting in
death or serious injury.
●Always use a seat belt.
●Always lock both side doors.
●Ensure that both side doors are properly closed.
●Do not pull the lever of the doors while driving.
The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehicle and it
may result in serious injury or death.
Be especially careful for both side doors, as the doors may be opened even if the
door lock switch is locked.
■When opening or closing the doors
Be careful not to get your fingers or na ils caught between the door handle and door
panel.

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NOTICE
■When entering or exiting your vehicle
Be careful not to kick or step on the vehicle
body as doing so may cause damage to the
vehicle and its coating.
Be especially careful with the rocker molding
when entering or exiting the vehicle, as it may
be easily hit.