Automatic Deactivation Of Shift Range Selection In The D Position; To Protect Automatic Transmission; Downshifting Restrictions Warning Buzzer; Snow Mode Automatic Deactivation - Lexus GS350 Owner's Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures
In the following situations, the gear will not shift even if the shift lever or
paddle shift switches are operated.
"1st Gear not available due to slippery road surface" is displayed on
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the multi information display.
The vehicle speed is low (upshift only).
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Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position

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Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situations:
When the vehicle comes to a stop
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If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time
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When the shift lever is shifted to other than D
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To protect automatic transmission

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When the temperature of the transmission fluid or engine oil becomes high, protec-
tion control is performed temporarily. When "Transmission Fluid High Temperature"
is displayed on the multi-information display, have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.

Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer

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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 or paddle shift switch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)

Snow mode automatic deactivation

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Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in snow mode.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
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