Lexus LS 460 2017 Manual page 266

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4-2. Driving procedures
Selecting the driving mode
Sport mode/Comfort mode/Eco drive mode
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P. 354
Snow mode
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Snow mode can be selected to suit the conditions when driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, such as on snow.
Press the switch.
The snow mode indicator light will
come on.
Press the switch again to return to
normal mode.
S mode
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When the shift range is 6 or lower, holding the shift lever toward "+" sets the shift
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range to 8.
When the shift lever is moved toward "-", the shift range is downshifted to a range
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that enables engine braking force that is suitable to driving conditions.
To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically occur.
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Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer (in the S mode)
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To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
When driving with cruise control, dynamic radar cruise control or dynamic radar
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cruise control with full speed range activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine brak-
ing, engine braking will not activate because cruise control, dynamic radar cruise
control or dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range will not be canceled.
While driving in S mode, downshifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4. (P. 309, 313, 328)
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When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.
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(P. 354)