Toyota 2009 Avalon Owner's Manual page 161

Shift position uses
n
Shift position
"P"
"R"
"N"
"D"
*
1
: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in
the "D" position for normal driving.
*
2
: By selecting shift ranges using "S" mode, you can control engine brak-
ing forces.
Function
Parking the vehicle or starting the engine
Reversing
Neutral
Normal driving
"S" mode driving
2-1. Driving procedures
* 1
* 2
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