Lexus 2016 GS350 Owner's Manual page 204

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4-2. Driving procedures
Selecting shift ranges in the D position
To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the "-" or "+" paddle shift
switch.
When the "-" paddle shift switch is operated, the shift range will be downshifted
to a range that enables engine braking force that is suitable to driving conditions.
When the "+" paddle shift switch is operated, the shift range will be one gear
upper than the gear in use during normal D position driving.
Changing the shift range allows restriction of the highest shift gear, preventing
unnecessary upshifting and enabling the level of engine braking force to be
selected.
GS350/GS200t

Upshifting
1
Downshifting
2
6-speed models: The selected shift range, from D1 to D6, will be displayed in the
meter.
8-speed models: The selected shift range, from D1 to D8, will be displayed in the
meter.
To return to normal D position driving, the "+" paddle shift switch must be held down
for a period of time.
Shift ranges and their functions
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Meter display
6-speed
models
D2 - D6
D1
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)
8-speed
models
A gear in the range between 1 and the selected gear is
D2 - D8 automatically chosen depending on vehicle speed and
GS F

Function
driving conditions
Setting the gear at 1