2003 Lexus ES 300 Owners Manual - Page 242

STARTING AND DRIVING " The shift position is 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) 4: Position for engine braking (shifting into overdrive not possible) When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from "D" to "4", engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 236. 3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking L: Position for maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) Normal driving Using engine braking Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions Backing up Parking Good driving practice If you cannot shift the selector lever 228