2007 Lexus IS 250 Owners Manual - Page 115

2-1. Driving procedures n Shift position uses Shift position P R N D S position for normal driving. Function Parking the vehicle or starting the engine Reversing Neutral Normal driving*1 S mode driving*2 (→P. 103) *1: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the D * : Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear ranges, controls engine braking forces, and prevents unnecessary upshifting. 2 n Selecting a driving mode The following patterns can be selected to suit current driving and operating conditions. Power mode For powerful acceleration and driving in mountainous regions. Normal mode Snow mode For accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on snow. Press SNOW to return to normal mode. 102