Downshifting Restrictions Warning Buzzer (In The S Mode); Ai-Shift (Artificial Intelligence Shift) - Lexus 2008 ES350 Owner's Manual

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Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer (in the S mode)

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To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will sound twice.)
When driving with the cruise control system or dynamic radar cruise control sys-
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The engine brake will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to 5 or 4.
(→P. 141, 144)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
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→P. 398
If the
indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to S
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This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)

AI-SHIFT (Artificial Intelligence Shift)

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The AI-SHIFT automatically shifts the gear to the optimal position according to the
driver performance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. (Shift-
ing the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)
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