2012 Lexus LFA User Guide
2012 Lexus LFA Manual
2012 Lexus LFA manual content summary:
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roads and very few escape zones. Exalted as sacred and feared as "The Green Hell", what better place than the Nürburgring to begin development of the Lexus LFA? On this holy ground of automotive passion, Lexus developers sought not only to test the utmost limits of the LFA's dynamic performance - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 2
In the pursuit of responsiveness and emotive performance that outperforms the engine in the standard package, the 1LR-GUE engine in the Nürburgring Package reduces friction losses to realize an 8 kW (11 PS) increase in power. An impressive output of close to 88 kW (120 PS) per liter has - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 3
Powertrain - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 4
such as the oil pump on both sides of the lower back end of the engine. As high dimension driving performance was achieved due to these engineering techniques and the packaging of the Nürburgring Package, a lubrication system that could handle up to 2G of lateral acceleration was required. 34 - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 5
In order to secure lubrication performance that could withstand high lateral acceleration, seven independent scavenger pumps were adopted and are located in both sides of the cylinder head, the front and rear chain case and the crankcase, pumping the collected engine oil into the air-cooled - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 6
The Nürburgring Package has improved the aerodynamic performance of the vehicle's whole body, so that a high level of handling stability can be acquired during highspeed driving. A prepreg hollow downforce as well as precisely control airflow, further improving the LFA's high driving stability. 36 - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 7
Aerodynamics - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 8
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of drag". When referring to a car, "air resistance" is proportional to less than zero, downforce (the force that pushes the vehicle onto the road) is being acquired. Drag (D) and lift (L) can be calculated using driving at high speeds. Due to the Nürburgring Package making changes based on circuit - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 10
For the Nürburgring Package, in order to further improve stability and corning speed, exclusive shock absorbers, coil springs, stabilizers, high grip tires and aluminum wheels that enhance body control and grip have been adopted. During repeated test runs at the Nürburgring, controllability was - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 11
Chassis and suspension - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 12
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Chassis and suspension - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 14
In order to further pursue emotive performance in the Nürburgring Package, a weight reduction of the interior equipment has been achieved. The adoption of full bucket seats and exclusive CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics) parts reduced vehicle weight and helped contribute to improved - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 15
Interior - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 16
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Interior - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 18
Major Dimensions & Vehicle Weights Seating Capacity Minimum Ground Clearance Curb Weight Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Fuel Tank Capacity (Reference) 2 100 mm 1,480 kg-1,590 kg* 1,660 kg-1,755 kg* 73 L (19.3 gal., 16.1 Imp. gal.) * N-046 *: Figures vary according to equipment and destination. 48 - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 19
123 km/h 167 km/h 218 km/h 277 km/h 6.1 m 350 Acceleration diagram Transmission diagram 10,000 9,000 300 8,000 250 200 Engine speed [rpm] 7,000 6,000 5,000 4,000 Speed [km/h] 150 100 3,000 50 2,000 1,000 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 0 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 Time [sec.] Speed [km/h] 49 - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 20
Oil Capacity Lubrication Type Coolant Type Coolant Capacity Max. Output (SAE-NET) Max. Torque (SAE-NET) Maximum Engine Speed *1 *2 *2 *1 1LR-GUE 10-cylinders, 72°V type 40-valve DOHC, Rocker Arm Type 88.0 mm x 79.0 mm 4,805 cm3 12.0:1 PK22HTBR-L8 (DENSO) "Mobil 1 5W-50" API SM or - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 21
Differential Gear Ratio Differential Type Rear Transaxle Gear Oil Rear Transaxle Gear Oil Capacity *: The front counter gear is lubricated by engine oil. Oil Viscosity Type Dry Single-Plate Clutch Diaphragm Spring Hydraulic Cylinder Diaphragm Spring Turnover 240 mm ASG (Automated Sequential Gearbox - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 22
Brake and Tires Brake Calipers Front Rear Brake Rotors Brake Rotor (diameter) Front Rear Brake System Brake Fluid Type Brake Fluid Capacity Parking Brake Wheel Size Tire Size Suspension Type Steering Gear Type Steering Gear Ratio Lock to Lock Power Steering Type Stability Control Front Rear Front - 2012 Lexus LFA | User Guide - Page 23
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Germany, 1927: Birth of Nürburgring Nordschleife, the most challenging racetrack
in the world. Carved out of the Eifel mountains and spanning an altitude of 300
meters, this 20.83 kilometer track was built with 172 corners, narrow roads and
very few escape zones. Exalted as sacred and feared as °The Green Hell±, what
better place than the Nürburgring to begin development of the Lexus LFA?
On this holy ground of automotive passion, Lexus developers sought not only to
test the utmost limits of the LFA²s dynamic performance, but also to further polish
the LFA²s unique driving essence. The LFA was honed to perfection on this vener-
ated track and now shows its gratitude with the Nürburgring Package, a new chap-
ter in supercar history.
With enhanced aerodynamics, a fortified underbody and an engine precisely tuned
for even more power, the sharply honed driving performance of the Nürburgring
Package offers endless appeal to drivers. This vehicle will enthrall you and every
moment you spend in its company will be sheer, hedonistic pleasure.
This book tells the story of the driving passion that motivated the developers of this
iconic vehicle as well as the effort they went to in the pursuit of ultimate driving
pleasure. It also outlines special notices and cautions regarding the Nürburgring
Package that you, as the owner of this powerful machine, need to be aware of. Infor-
mation regarding items that are unchanged from the standard specification model
can be found in the Owner’s Manual included with this book.
This book is available in four languages.
Preface