Automatic Transmission - Lexus SC 430 2001 Owner's Manual

2-1. Driving procedures

Automatic transmission

Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
The shift range position can be switched between "6" and "1" by moving the
selector lever.
■
Shifting the transmission selector lever
While the engine is running, the brake pedal must be depressed in order to
move the selector lever from P.
■ Shift positions
Shift position
P
R
N
D
S
6
5
4
3
2
1
* Always use the "D" position to improve fuel economy and quiet driving.
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Parking the vehicle and starting the engine
Accelerating/passing at high speed driving
Driving on hilly roads or hard towing
Driving downhill when strong engine braking is necessary
Driving downhill when stronger engine braking is necessary
Driving downhill when maximum engine braking is
Function
(key removal position)
Reversing
Neutral
Normal driving*
"S" mode driving
Economy driving
necessary