2005 Lexus LS 430 Owners Manual - Page 354

STARTING AND DRIVING (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the "4" position. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the "D" position after climbing the slope. 31L325 D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use overdrive. The selector lever must be in the "4" position. CAUTION " 1 Parking brake pedal 3 "P" (Park) position 2 Brake pedal Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Depress the parking brake pedal 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. NOTICE Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal, as this can cause the transmission to overheat. CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into "P" under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. 315