Lexus GS 350 Owner's Manual page 229

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4-2. Driving procedures
Selecting shift ranges in the D position
To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the "-" or "+" paddle shift
switch.
When the "-" paddle shift switch is operated, the shift range will be downshifted
to a range that enables engine braking force that is suitable to driving conditions.
When the "+" paddle shift switch is operated, the shift range will be one gear
upper than the gear in use during normal D position driving.
Changing the shift range allows restriction of the highest shift range, preventing
unnecessary upshifting and enabling the level of engine braking force to be
selected.
GS350/GS300
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Upshifting
1
Downshifting
2
The selected shift range, from D1 to D8, will be displayed in the meter.
To return to normal D position driving, the "+" paddle shift switch must be held down
for a period of time.
Shift ranges and their functions
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Meter display
D2-D8
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
GS350_300_GS F_OM_OM30J17E_(GE)
A gear in the range between 1 and the selected gear is auto-
matically chosen depending on vehicle speed and driving
D1
GS F
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Function
conditions
Setting the gear at 1