2004 Lexus RX 330 Owners Manual - Page 475
2004 Lexus RX 330 Manual
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STARTING AND DRIVING D Shift into the "2" (second range) position. The transmission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 83 km/h (52 mph) and more powerful engine braking than that of the "3" (third range) position will be enabled. If you drive in the "D" position: Shift the selector lever to the "S" position and shift the lever down to the "-" position twice to select "2" (second range). If you drive in the "S" position: Shift the selector lever down to the "-" position to select "2" (second range). D Shift into the "1" (first range) position. The transmission will downshift to first gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 39 km/h (24 mph) and maximum engine braking will be enabled. If you drive in the "D" position: Shift the selector lever to the "S" position and shift the lever down to the "-" position three times to select "1" (first range). If you drive in the "S" position: Shift the selector lever down to the "-" position to select "1" (first range). CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. The abrupt change in engine speed could cause the vehicle to spin or skid. 452