1999 Lexus RX 300 Owners Manual - Page 315

STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other parts. D Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear. D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels. D If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ways such as towing. (j) Driving in "Snow" mode In the "Snow" position, the transmission system shifts up from the second gear. To set the "Snow" mode, push the "Snow" switch. In the "Snow" mode, the "ECT SNOW" indicator light comes on. To cancel the "Snow" mode, push the "Snow" switch again. The "PWR" mode is automatically cancelled when you push the "Snow" switch. (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you cannot shift the selector lever from "P" position even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see "If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on page 375. (i) If the "O/D OFF" indicator light flashes If the "O/D OFF" indicator light flashes, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. There may be trouble in the transmission system. 298