Lexus NX 300h 2020 Owner's Manual page 183

Selecting shift ranges in the D
position
To drive using temporary shift range
selection, operate the "-" paddle shift
switch while the shift lever in D. Chang-
ing the shift range enables the level of
engine braking force to be selected.
The shift range can then be selected by
operating the "-" and "+" paddle shift
switches.
1 Upshifting
2
Downshifting
The selected shift range, from 1 to 6, will be
displayed on the multi-information display.
The initial shift range is 4 when the "-" pad-
dle shift switch is operated.
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
■
 You can choose from 6 levels of
engine braking force.
 A lower shift range will provide
greater engine braking force than a
higher shift range, and the engine
revolutions will also increase.
■ Automatic deactivation of shift range
selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will
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be deactivated in the following situations:
● When the vehicle comes to a stop
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for
●
more than a certain period of time
● When the shift lever is shifted to a posi-
tion other than D
Selecting shift ranges in the S
position
To enter S mode, shift the shift lever to
S. Shift ranges can be selected by
operating the shift lever or paddle shift
switches, allowing you to drive in the
shift range of your choice. The shift
range can be selected by operating the
shift lever or the "-" and "+" paddle shift
switches.
1
Upshifting
2
Downshifting
The selected shift range, from 1 to 6, will be
displayed.
The initial shift range in S mode is 4.
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