2012 Lexus HS 250h Owners Manual - Page 643

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Hybrid transmission

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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.

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 pro-

vided on the instrument panel.

When any shift position other than D or

B is selected, the arrow toward B and B

position indicator disappear from the

shift position indicator.

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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.

Shift position

Function

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving*

B

Applying moderate engine braking when driving down hills or on

steep slopes