Intended Use Of Each Shift Position - Lexus NX350 2022 Owner's Manual

2-2. Driving procedures

Intended use of each shift position

Select the shift position depending on your purpose and situation.
Shift position
P
R
N
D
M
(1) To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, set the shift position in D for normal
driving. You can choose gear range suitable for your driving situation by operating the
paddle shift switches.
(2) Any gear range can be fixed when driving in M mode.
INFORMATION
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When engine braking is not performed
When the vehicle is being driven with the dynamic radar cruise control operating, engine
braking will not be performed even if the following operations are performed.
While driving in D position, downshifting to 7/6/5 or 4.
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When Sport mode is selected while driving in D position.
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If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed automatically or operating the shift lever
may be required. In this case, change the shift position following the messages on the
multi-information display.
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AI-SHIFT
AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver's operations and the
driving conditions. AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift position is in D. (This
function will be canceled if the shift position is change to M.)
WARNING
Avoid sudden accelerator pedal operations and shift operations when driving on slick
road surfaces. Engine braking or changes in engine speed may cause the vehicle to slide
sideways.
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Objective or function
Parking the vehicle/starting the engine
Reversing
Neutral
(1)
Normal driving
(2)
M mode driving