Driving Mode Select Switch - Lexus LC500 2017 Owner's Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

Driving mode select switch

The driving modes can be selected
to suit driving condition.
Selecting a drive mode
1 Normal mode/Custom mode
Normal mode and custom mode
are selected by pressing the driving
mode select switch. Each time the
switch is pressed, the driving mode
changes between normal mode
and custom mode. When custom
mode is selected, the "Custom"
indicator comes on.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when not in normal
mode.
• Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
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When the shift position is in D, an appropri-
ate gear for sporty driving may automati-
cally be selected according to driver
performance and driving conditions.
• Custom mode
Allows you to drive with the power train,
chassis and air conditioning system func-
tions set to your preferred settings.
Custom mode settings can only be
changed on the drive mode customization
display of the Center Display. (→P.237)
2
Comfort mode
By controlling the suspension, rid-
ing comfort is further enhanced.
Suitable for city driving.
When not in comfort mode and the driving
mode select switch is turned forward, the
"Comfort" indicator comes on.
3
Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve
fuel economy through moderate
throttle characteristics and by con-
trolling the operation of the air con-
ditioning system (heating/cooling).
When in comfort mode, if the driving mode
select switch is turned forward, the "Eco"
indicator comes on.
4 Sport mode
• SPORT S mode
Controls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. This
mode is suitable for when agile driving
response is desired, such as when driving
on roads with many curves.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned backward, the
"Sport S" indicator comes on.
• SPORT S+ mode
Provides earlier downshift timing than
SPORT S mode in order to maintain a high