Automatic Transmission - Lexus GS 350 Owner's Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures

Automatic transmission

Shifting the shift lever
While the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, move the shift lever
with the brake pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is com-
pletely stopped.
Shift position purpose
Shift position
* 1
: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for normal driving.
* 2
: Any gear range can be fixed when driving in M mode.
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P
R
N
(Condition in which the power is not transmitted)
D
M
Objective or function
Parking the vehicle/starting the engine
Reversing
Neutral
Normal driving
* 2
M mode driving (P. 229)
1
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