2012 Lexus HS 250h Owners Manual - Page 161

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2-1. Driving procedures

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Shift position purpose

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:

For good fuel economy and noise reduction, the D position should usually

be used.

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P position switch

The shift position can be changed to P through use of the P position

switch.

Fully stop the vehicle and keep

depressing the brake pedal, and

then press the P position switch.

When

the

shift

position

is

changed to P, the switch indica-

tor comes on.

Check that the P position indi-

cator is illuminated on the shift

position indicator.

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Changing the shift position from P to other positions:

°

While depressing the brake pedal firmly, operate the shift lever. If the

shift lever is operated without depressing the brake pedal, the buzzer

will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled.

°

The shift position cannot be changed from P to B directly.

Shift position

Function

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving

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B

Applying moderate engine braking when driving down

hills or on steep slopes