1998 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 279

STARTING AND DRIVING 2 Overdrive switch For selecting either a three-speed or four-speed transmission. When the cruise control is being used even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see "Cruise control" on page 280. 3 Shift position indicator The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) 2: Position for engine braking L: Position for stronger engine braking than that in "2" position 4 Second start mode selector switch For selecting either second start mode or normal driving mode. 5 Driving pattern selector switch For selecting a driving pattern suited to existing driving condition. Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Using engine braking (c) Using the "2" and "L" positions (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever (i) If the "O/D OFF" indicator light flashes (j) Driving in "2nd STRT" (second start) mode 261