2006 Lexus GS 300 Owners Manual - Page 379

STARTING AND DRIVING G31023 G31024 " 1 Power position 3 Snow position 2 Normal position " 1 Brake pedal 2 "D" (Drive) position 2. Set the driving pattern selector switch to the normal position. Your transmission has a driving pattern selector switch which allows you to select power, normal or snow mode to suit your driving condition. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you use the normal mode to improve fuel economy. 3. For more powerful acceleration and sporty driving, use the power position. In the power mode, the "ECT PWR" light in the instrument cluster is on and the most suitable shift pattern is selected depending on the driver's operation of accelerator and brake pedal and on the vehicle condition. See "Automatic shifting point change control" on page 356. For snow mode, see "Electronic Throttle Control System" on page 364. 4. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to "D". Always use the "D" position to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. Only in this position, shifting into the overdrive gear is possible. However, while the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission will not shift into the overdrive gear even in the "D" position. (See "(c) Using engine braking" and "(f) Good driving practice" for exceptions.) CAUTION Never put your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 355