2006 Lexus GS 300 Owners Manual - Page 385

STARTING AND DRIVING D Shift into the "2" (second range) position. The transmission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than the speed listed below and more powerful engine braking than that of the "3" (third range) position will be enabled. GS430 GS300 (2WD) GS300 (4WD) 99 km/h 93 km/h 89 km/h (62 mph) (58 mph) (55 mph) CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. The abrupt change in engine speed could cause the vehicle to skid or spin. If you drive in the "D" position: Shift the selector lever to the "S" position and shift the lever down to the "-" position three times to select "2" (second range). If you drive in the "S" position: Shift the selector lever down to the "-" position to select "2" (second range). D Shift into the "1" (first range) position. The transmission will downshift to first gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than the speed listed below and maximum engine braking will be enabled. GS430 GS300 (2WD) GS300 (4WD) 37 km/h 38 km/h 36 km/h (23 mph) (23 mph) (22 mph) If you drive in the "D" position: Shift the selector lever to the "S" position and shift the lever down to the "-" position four times to select "1" (first range). If you drive in the "S" position: Shift the selector lever down to the "-" position to select "1" (first range). 361