2011 Lexus GS 350 Owners Manual - Page 138
2011 Lexus GS 350 Manual
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2-1. Driving procedures
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2-1. Driving procedures
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Shift ranges and their functions
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You can choose from 8 levels (GS460) or 6 levels (GS350) of
engine braking force.
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A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a
higher shift range, and the engine revolutions will also increase.
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If you accelerate while in ranges “1” to “7” (GS460) or “1” to “5”
(GS350), the shift range may automatically range up in accordance
with the vehicle’s speed.
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A higher shift range is automatically selected when the automatic
transmission fluid temperature is high.
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°S± mode
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When the shift range is “6” (GS460) or “4” (GS350) or lower, holding the shift
lever toward “+” sets the shift range to “8” (GS460) or “6” (GS350).
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To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically occur.
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Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer (in the °S± mode)
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will sound twice.)
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When driving with the cruise control system (or dynamic radar cruise control sys-
tem)
The engine brake will not operate in the “S” mode, even when downshifting to “7”,
“6”, “5” or “4” (GS460) or “5” or “4” (GS350). (
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Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode after driving in snow mode.
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from °P±
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