1998 Toyota Land Cruiser Owners Manual - Page 104

(c) Using "2" and "L" positions The "2" and "L" positions are used for strong engine braking as described previously. With the selector lever in "2" or "L", you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in "D". With the selector lever in "2", the vehicle will start in the first gear and automatically shift to the second gear. With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is engaged in the first gear. z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the "2'' or "L'' position. This may cause severe automatic transmission damage from overheating. To prevent such damage, "D'' position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing. (d) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the "R'' position. If the four-wheel drive control is in the "N" position while the selector lever is in the "P" position, the transmission will damage and the wheels will not lock. CAUTION While the vehicle is moving, never attempt to move the selector lever into "P'' position under any circumstances. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. (f) Good driving practice NOTICE z Be careful not to overrev the engine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum allowable speed for each position is given below for your reference: NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving. (e) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to securely apply the parking brake. 3. With the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the "P'' position. D If the transmission is repeatedly upshifted and downshifted between third gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive switch should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately afterward. km/h (mph) Transmission Transfer L H 2 ...44 (27) 110 (68) L ...24 (15) 60 (37) D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive. 104