2006 Lexus RX 400h Owners Manual - Page 449
2006 Lexus RX 400h Manual
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STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Normal driving " 1 Brake pedal " "P" (Park) position 1. Start the hybrid system as instructed in "How to start the hybrid system" on page 410. The transmission must be in "P". The hybrid system will not start in any other position, even if the ignition key is turned to "START". 2 "D" (Drive) position 2. 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. (See "(b) Using engine braking" and "(e) Good driving practice" for exceptions.) CAUTION Never put your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for smooth starting. If braking is needed, such as in descending a long hill, see "(b) Using engine braking". 413