Lexus GS 350 Owner's Manual page 182

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4-2. Driving procedures
Selecting shift ranges in the D position
To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the "-" paddle shift
switch. The shift range can then be selected by operating the "-" and "+"
paddle shift switches. 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
The selected shift range, from D1 to
D5, 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
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Meter display
D2 - D5
D1
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
A gear in the range between 1 and the selected gear is
automatically chosen depending on vehicle speed and
driving conditions
Setting the gear at 1
Function