Lexus GS450h Owner's Manual page 226

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4-2. Driving procedures
Selecting shift ranges in the D position
To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the "-" or "+" paddle shift
switch.
When the "-" paddle shift switch is operated, the shift range will be downshifted
to a range that enables engine braking force that is suitable to driving conditions.
When the "+" paddle shift switch is operated, the shift range will be one gear
upper than the gear in use during normal D position driving.
Changing the shift range allows restriction of the highest shift range, preventing
unnecessary upshifting and enabling the level of engine braking force to be
selected.
Upshifting
1
Downshifting
2
GS450h:
The selected shift range, from D1 to D8,
will be displayed in the meter.
GS300h:
The selected shift range, from D1 to D6,
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
GS450h
D2-D8
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
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GS300h
A gear in the range between D1 and the selected shift
D2-D6 range is automatically chosen depending on vehicle
D1
Function
speed and driving conditions
Setting the shift range at D1