Lexus LS460 Owners Book page 174

2-1. Driving procedures
Selecting shift ranges in the "D" position
To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the "-"paddle shift
switch. The shift range can then be selected by operating the "-" and "+"
paddle shift switches. Changing the shift range allows restriction of the
highest gear, preventing unnecessary upshifting and enabling the level of
engine braking force to be selected.
■ Shift ranges and their functions
Meter display
D2 - D8
D1
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
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A gear in the range between "1" and the selected gear
is automatically chosen depending on vehicle speed
and driving conditions
Setting the gear at "1"
Higher shift range
Lower shift range
The selected shift range, from "1"
to "8", 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.
Function