Selecting Shift Ranges In The D Position; Selecting A Driving Mode - Lexus IS250 2009 Service Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures

Selecting a driving mode

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The following patterns can be selected to suit current driving and
operating conditions.

Selecting shift ranges in the D position

To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the "-" shift paddle
switch. The shift range can then be selected by operating the "-" and "+"
shift paddle switches. Changing the shift range allows restriction of the
upper limit of the gears to be used, preventing unnecessary upshifting
and enabling the level of engine braking force to be selected.
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Power mode
For powerful acceleration
and driving in mountainous
regions.
Normal mode
Snow mode
For accelerating and driving
on slippery road surfaces,
such as on snow.
Press "SNOW" to return to nor-
mal mode.
Higher shift range
Lower shift range
The selected shift range, from 1 to
6, will be displayed in the meter
cluster.
To return to normal D position
driving, the "+" shift paddle switch
must be held down for a period of
time.

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