Selecting Shift Ranges In The D Position; Shift Ranges And Their Functions - Lexus 2016 IS 200t Service Manual

Selecting shift ranges in the D position

To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the "-" paddle shift switch.
When the "-" paddle shift switch is operated, the shift range will be downshifted
to a range that enables engine braking force that is suitable to driving conditions.
When the "+" paddle shift switch is operated, the shift range will be one gear
upper than the gear in use during normal D position driving. Changing the shift
range allows restriction of the highest gear, preventing unnecessary upshifting
and enabling the level of engine braking force to be selected.
Upshifting
1
Downshifting
2
8-speed models: The selected shift
range, from D1 to D8, will be displayed
in the meter.
6-speed models: The selected shift
range, from D1 to D6, will be displayed
in the meter.
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

■
Meter display
D2 - D8
(8-speed models)
D2 - D6
(6-speed models)
D1
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
4-2. Driving procedures
Function
A gear in the range between 1 and the selected gear is auto-
matically chosen depending on vehicle speed and driving
conditions
1st gear is set
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