Automatic Transmission - Lexus RX300 Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING

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.
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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 applied because the cruise control is not
cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see
page 180.
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 position (Shifting into overdrive possible)
2: Position for engine braking
L: Position for stronger engine braking than that in "2"
position