Lexus LFA Owner's Manual page 98

2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
When driving the vehicle
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Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving.
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If the brake pedal is depressed while driving with the accelerator pedal
depressed, driving torque may be restrained.
Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at
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the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill. Doing so may damage the clutch.
When parking the vehicle
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Parking with the rear of the vehicle close to a wall or similar structure may cause
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the area around the exhaust pipes to overheat. As this may result in damage to
the rear bumper or other components, be sure to park the vehicle rear end as far
away as possible from walls and other such structures.
When it rains, do not park on a slope with an angle of 15 degrees or more, as rain-
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water may enter the vehicle. If parking at such an angle is unavoidable, use wheel
chocks and place a car cover over the vehicle.
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
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Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
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extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
When driving over bumps in the road, be careful and drive as slowly as possible
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to avoid damaging the wheels, tires, underside of the vehicle, etc.
If you get a flat tire while driving
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A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
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The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
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The vehicle will lean.
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Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (P. 332)
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