Automatic Transmission - Lexus LS 500 2019 Owner's Manual

When the shift control system malfunc-
■
tions
When attempting to turn the engine switch
off while there is a malfunction in the shift
control system, the engine switch mode
may change to ACCESSORY mode. In this
case, ACCESSORY mode may be turned
off by applying the parking brake and press-
ing the engine switch again. If there is a mal-
function in the system, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
■
● Do not leave the engine switch in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode for long periods of time without
the engine running.
● If "ACCESSORY" or "IGNITION
ON" is displayed on the meter, the
engine switch is not off.
Exit the vehicle after turning the
engine switch off.
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4-2. Driving procedures

Automatic transmission

Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.
Shift position purpose and func-
tions
Shift posi-
Objective or function
tion
Parking the vehicle/starting
P
the engine
R Reversing
Neutral
N (Condition in which the
power is not transmitted)
D
Normal driving
M
M mode driving
*1
: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce
noise, set the shift position in D for nor-
mal driving. You can choose gear range
suitable for your driving situation by
operating the paddle shift switches.
*2
: Any gear range can be fixed when driv-
ing in M mode.
■ For the shift positions
When the engine switch is off or in
●
ACCESSORY mode, the shift position
cannot be changed.
● When the engine switch is in IGNITION
ON mode, the shift position can only be
changed to N.
● When the engine is running, the shift
position can be changed from P to D, N
or R.
The shift position can only be changed to
●
M directly from D.
In addition, if an attempt is made to change
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