2002 Lexus RX 300 Owners Manual - Page 208

STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Parking (g) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between the third and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately after climbing the slope. 31R047 D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use overdrive. CAUTION " 1 Brake pedal 2 Parking brake pedal 3 "P" (Park) position 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Depress the parking brake fully to securely apply the parking brake. 3. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the "P" position. Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. NOTICE Do not hold the vehicle on an upgrade with the accelerator pedal. This can cause the transmission to overheat. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake. CAUTION While the vehicle is moving, never attempt to move the selector lever into "P" under any circumstances. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. 188 2002 MY RX300_U (OM48416U)