Lexus GS350 Owner's Manual page 279

Sport mode
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• SPORT S mode
Assists acceleration response by controlling the transmission and engine.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving mode select switch is turned to the
right, the "SPORT S" indicator comes on in the meter.
• SPORT S+ mode
Provides earlier downshift timing than SPORT S mode in order to maintain
a high engine speed and provides faster gear changes. This mode also
changes the steering feel, suspension control and VDIM control, making it
suitable for powerful sporty driving.
When in SPORT S mode, if the driving mode select switch is turned to the right,
the "SPORT S+" indicator comes on in the meter.
Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
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Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air condi-
tioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. To improve air conditioning performance, per-
form the following operations:
Turn off eco air conditioning mode (→P. 310)
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Adjust the fan speed (→P. 309)
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Turn off Eco drive mode
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Automatic operation of the seat heater during Eco drive mode
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Eco drive mode controls the heating operation and fan speed of the air conditioning sys-
tem to enhance fuel efficiency. If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco drive
mode in cold temperatures, the seat heater will be automatically operated to assist heat-
ing performance.
Automatic deactivation of sport mode and customized mode
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If the engine switch is turned off after driving in sport mode or customized mode, the
drive mode will be changed to normal mode.
Driving mode pop-up display (12.3-inch display only)
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When the driving mode is changed, the selected driving mode will be temporarily dis-
played on the side display. (→P. 306)
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
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