2006 Lexus SC 430 Owners Manual - Page 100

2-1. Driving procedures n Shift range when traveling in S mode Shift ranges are changed automatically to suit the vehicle speed and conditions. (e.g. If "4" is selected, the shift range used is from "1" to "4".) n Downshifting restrictions in "S" mode The selector lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded. (A buzzer will sound twice in this situation.) Downshifting 4 →3 3→2 2→ 1 n Accelerating rapidly Maximum speed mph (km/h) 88 (142) 60 (97) 36 (58) Fully depress the accelerator pedal. Engine speed will increase, and the vehicle will accelerate rapidly. n When driving at a set speed using the cruise control system Engine braking will not operate when driving in "S" mode, even if the selector lever is downshifted to "5" or "4". (→P.104) n SNOW mode automatic deactivation SNOW mode is automatically deactivated, if the key is turned to ACC or LOCK after driving in SNOW mode. n If the transmission selector lever cannot be shifted from P →P.280 n If the shift range position indicator light does not come on when the "S" mode is engaged There may be a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (In this situation, the vehicle operates as if the selector lever is in D.) 88