Automatic Transmission; Shifting The Shift Lever; Shift Position Uses - Lexus 2008 ES350 Owner's Manual

2-1. Driving procedures

Automatic Transmission

Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.

Shifting the shift lever

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Shift position uses

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Shift position
P
R
N
D
S
1
*
: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the D
position for normal driving.
2
*
: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible
gear ranges, controls engine braking forces.
Function
Parking the vehicle or starting the engine
Reversing
Neutral
Normal driving
S mode driving
While the "ENGINE
START STOP" switch is
in IGNITION
mode, depress the brake
pedal and move the shift
lever.
1
*
2
*
(→P. 120)
ON
2
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