Lexus RX300 Manual page 192

(g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck
CAUTION
If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then
you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward
and backward. Do not attempt this procedure if people or
objects are anywhere near the vehicle. During the rocking
operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or back as
it becomes un–stuck, causing injury or damage to nearby
people or objects.
NOTICE
If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to
prevent damage to the transmission and other parts.
D Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the
selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted
to forward or reverse gear.
D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels.
D If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several
times, consider other ways such as towing.
(h) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P"
position
If you cannot shift the selector lever from "P" position even though
the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For
instructions, see "If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector
lever" on page 222.
STARTING AND DRIVING
(i) If the "O/D OFF" indicator light flashes
If the "O/D OFF" indicator light flashes, contact your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible. There may be trouble in the transmission
system.
(j) Driving in "Snow" mode
In the "Snow" position, the transmission system shifts up from the
second gear.
To set the "Snow" mode, push the "Snow" switch. In the "Snow"
mode, the "ECT SNOW" indicator light comes on. To cancel the
"Snow" mode, push the "Snow" switch again.
The "PWR" mode is automatically cancelled when you push the
"Snow" switch.
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