2004 Lexus GS 430 Owners Manual - Page 205
2004 Lexus GS 430 Manual
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STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of "P" position when the brake pedal is depressed with the ignition switch in "ON" position. (K) " The shift position is displayed on the instrument cluster. GS430: P: Parking, engine starting and key removal R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 4: Engine braking 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 196. 3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking 31G029b 185