Lexus GS 350 Owner's Manual page 234

AI-SHIFT
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The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver performance
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and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in D. (Shifting the shift lever
to the M position cancels the function.)
G AI-SHIFT automatically selects a suitable gear for sporty driving according to
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driver's input and driving conditions. G AI-SHIFT operates automatically when the shift
lever is in D and sport mode is selected for the driving mode. (Selecting normal mode
with the driving mode select switch or shifting the shift lever to the M position cancels
this function.)
WARNING
When driving on slippery road surfaces
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Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in the vehicle
skidding to the side or spinning.
To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock
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Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to set the parking brake and
depress the brake pedal.
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of the brake pedal when the
shift lock override button is pressed and the shift lever is shifted out of P, the vehicle
may suddenly start, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Gear Shift Indicator display (if equipped)
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For safety, the driver should not look only at the display. Refer to the display when it is
safe to do so while considering actual traffic and road conditions.
Failure to do so may lead to an accident.
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