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4-2. Driving procedures
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: Shift position may be changed to D
when driving at low speeds.
Reverse warning buzzer
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When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to
inform the driver that the shift position is in
R.
To protect the hybrid transmission
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If the transmission fluid temperature is high,
"Transmission Fluid Temp High See
Owner's Manual" will be displayed on the
multi-information display and the vehicle
will go into transmission protection mode
automatically. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer.
When driving with the cruise control,
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dynamic radar cruise control or
dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range activated
Even when performing the following
actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not be acti-
vated because the cruise control, the
dynamic radar cruise control or the
dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range will not be canceled.
While driving in the D position,
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downshifting to 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 or 4.
When switching the driving mode to
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sport mode while driving in the D position
(P.380)
Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start
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Control)
P.216
AI-SHIFT
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The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suit-
able gear according to driver performance
and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when
the shift position is in D. (Shifting the shift
position to the M position cancels the func-
tion.)
If a message about a shift operation is
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shown
To prevent the shift position from being
selected incorrectly or the vehicle from
moving unexpectedly, the shift position may
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be changed automatically or operating the
shift lever may be required. In this case,
change the shift position following the mes-
sages on the multi-information display.
After recharging/reconnecting the
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12-volt battery
P.485
Customization
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Some functions can be customized.
(P.567)
WARNING
When driving on slippery road sur-
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faces
Do not accelerate or shift the shift posi-
tion suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may
cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting
in an accident.
NOTICE
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
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charge
If the shift position is in N, the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) will not be
charged. To help prevent the battery
from discharging, avoid leaving the N
position selected for an extended period
of time.
Situations where shift control system
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malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occurs,
shift control system malfunctions are
possible.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place on level ground, apply the parking
brake, and then contact your Lexus
dealer.
When the warning message indicating
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the shift control system appears on the
multi-information display.
The display indicates that no shift posi-
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tion is selected for more than a few
seconds.