2008 Lexus GX 470 Owners Manual - Page 19

Topic 3 When Driving Entering and Exiting Automatic Transmission n Shift positions P R N D 4 3, 2 L Park Reverse Neutral (drive not engaged) Drive Position for engine braking Position for more powerful engine braking Position for maximum engine braking Before Driving When Driving Rain and Night Driving Driving Comfort Opening and Closing The vehicle can only be shifted out of "P" when the engine switch is in the "ON" position and the brake pedal is depressed. Downshifting increases engine power for uphill driving, or engine braking for downhill driving and stopping. n Second start mode Press the switch. What to do if ... Parking Brake To set: pull the parking brake lever firmly upward. To release: press and hold the lock release button and lift the lever slightly before lowering it as far as it will go. Customizing Your Lexus 22