Shift Position Purpose - Lexus 2015 RX350 Owner's Manual

2-1. Driving procedures
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Shift position purpose

Shift position
P
R
N
D
S
1
*
: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable for the
driving conditions. Setting the shift lever to the D position is recommended
for normal driving.
2
*
: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible
gear ranges, controls engine braking forces, and prevents unnecessary
upshifting.
172
Function
Parking the vehicle/starting the engine
Reversing
Neutral
Normal driving
S mode driving
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
1
*
2
*
(P. 174)