2011 Lexus HS 250h Owners Manual - Page 155

2-1. Driving procedures Hybrid transmission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. n Shifting the shift lever Shift lever Operate the shift lever gently and ensure correct shifting operation. When shifting to the D or R positions, move the shift lever along the shift gate. To shift to the N position, slide the shift lever to the left and hold it. The shift position will change to N. Shifting to B is only possible when shift position D is selected. The shift lever will always return to this position after a shifting operation. When shifting from P to D or R, from D to R, or from R to D, ensure that the brake pedal is being depressed and the vehicle is stationary. 2 When driving Shift position indicator When selecting the shift position, make sure that the shift position has been changed to the desired position by checking the shift position indicator provided on the instrument panel. When any shift position other than D or B is selected, the arrow toward B disappears from the shift position indicator. 155