2006 Lexus GS 300 Owners Manual - Page 1011

STARTING AND DRIVING D Maximum allowable speeds To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may be necessary. Make sure you observe the following maximum allowable speeds in each range: GS430: range 1 2 3 range 1 2 3 range 1 2 3 km/h (mph) 57 (35) 97 (60) 141 (88) km/h (mph) 54 (33) 93 (58) 137 (85) km/h (mph) 52 (32) 90 (56) 131 (81) D "S" mode indicator light "S" mode allows you to use the shift range positions. The "S" mode indicator light comes on when the selector lever is shifted into the "S" position. When the "S" mode indicator light does not come on even with the selector lever moved to the "S" position, there may be a problem somewhere in the system. Have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. In this case, you can drive in the same condition as in the "D" position. GS300 (2WD): GS300 (4WD): NOTICE Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower range. 365