Lexus LX 470 1998 Owner's Manual page 197

STARTING AND DRIVING
(g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck
CAUTION
If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then
you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward
and backward. Do not attempt this procedure if people or
objects are anywhere near the vehicle. During the rocking
operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or back as
it becomes un−stuck, causing injury or damage to nearby
people or objects.
NOTICE
If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to
prevent damage to the transmission and other parts.
D Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the
selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted
to forward or reverse gear.
D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels.
D If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several
times, consider other ways such as towing.
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(h) If you cannot shift the selector lever
If you cannot shift the selector lever even though the brake pedal is
depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see
"If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on page
238.
(i) If the "O/D OFF" indicator light flashes
If the "O/D OFF" indicator light flashes, contact your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible. There may be trouble in the transmission
system.
(j) Driving in "2nd STRT" (second start) mode
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In the "2nd STRT" (second start) mode, the transmission system
shifts up from second gear. Use this mode when starting your vehicle
in sand, mud, ice or snow.