2009 Lexus SC 430 Owners Manual - Page 110

2-1. Driving procedures Automatic transmission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. The shift range position can be switched between "6" and "1" by moving the shift lever. n Shifting the shift lever While the engine is running, the brake pedal must be depressed in order to move the shift lever from P. n Shift positions Shift position P R N D S 6 5 4 3 2 1 Function Parking the vehicle and starting the engine (key removal position) Reversing Neutral Normal driving* "S" mode driving Economy driving Accelerating/passing at high speed driving Driving on hilly roads or hard towing Driving downhill when strong engine braking is necessary Driving downhill when stronger engine braking is necessary Driving downhill when maximum engine braking is necessary * Always use the "D" position to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. 112