Using Engine Braking - Lexus 2004 LS430 Owner's Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
D Maximum allowable speeds
To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum
acceleration may be necessary. Make sure you observe the
following maximum allowable speeds in each range:
range km/h (mph)
1 59 (36)
2 100 (62)
3 146 (90)
NOTICE
Do not downshift if you are going faster than the
maximum allowable speed for the next lower range.
D "S" mode indicator light
"S" mode allows you to use the shift range positions.
The "S" mode indicator light comes on when the selector
lever is shifted into the "S" position. When the "S" mode
indicator light does not come on even with the selector lever
moved to the "S" position, there may be a problem
somewhere in the system.
checked/repaired by your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible. In this case, you can drive in the same condition
as in the "D" position.
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(c) Using engine braking
" "S" mode position
To use the braking power of the engine, downshift the range in
the "S" mode position as follows:
D Shift into the "5" (fifth range) position. The transmission will
downshift to fifth gear and engine braking will be enabled.
If you drive in the "D" position: Shift the selector lever to
the "S" position and "5" (fifth range) will automatically be
Have your vehicle selected.
If you drive in the "S" position: Shift the selector lever
down to the "–" position by selecting the "5" (fifth range).
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