Automatic Transmission - Lexus LX 470 Owner's Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to
minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This
means you can only shift out of "P" position when the
brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in "ON"
position and the lock release button pressed in.) (K)
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1 Lock release button
With the brake pedal depressed, shift
while holding the lock release button
in. (The ignition switch must be in the
"ON" position.)
Shift while holding the lock release
button in.
Shift normally.
STARTING AND DRIVING
2 Overdrive switch
For selecting either a three−speed or four−speed
transmission.
When the cruise control is being used even if you
downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive
switch, engine braking will not be enabled because the
cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the
vehicle speed, see "Cruise control" on page 213.
3 Shift position indicator
The shift position is also displayed on the instrument
cluster.
P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position
R: Reverse position
N: Neutral position
D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) position
2: Position for stronger engine braking
L: Position for maximum engine braking
4 Second start mode selector switch
For selecting either second start mode or normal driving
mode.
5 Driving pattern selector switch
For selecting a driving pattern suited to existing driving
condition.
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