Lexus RX 450h 2010 Owner's Manual page 249

2-4. Using other driving systems
NOTICE
"HI" mode
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"HI" mode should be used for off-road driving. As the vehicle's center of gravity is
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higher in this setting, the vehicle may become unstable if an abrupt turn is made.
Do not select "HI" mode when loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier. This
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may result in a loss of control or vehicle rollover.
Do not select "LO" mode when driving on bumpy roads.
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If the underbody of the vehicle touches a rugged road surface, the vehicle may be
damaged. Also be careful when driving while the vehicle is automatically returning
from luggage or "LO" mode to "N" mode.
Automatic return to "N" mode
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In the following situations, the height of the vehicle will automatically increase. Be
careful in any place where overhead space is limited.
The vehicle begins to move while still in luggage mode.
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The hybrid system is restarted while the vehicle is in "LO" mode.
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Vehicle height while parked
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If the temperature changes or the vehicle is parked for a long time, the vehicle
height may decrease.
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