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4-2. Driving procedures

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S mode

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When the shift range is S4 or lower, holding the shift lever toward °+± sets the shift

range to S6.

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To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically occur.

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When driving with cruise control activated

Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine brak-

ing, engine braking will not activate while driving in S mode and downshifting to S5

or S4 because cruise control will not be canceled. (

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Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer

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. (A buzzer will sound twice.)

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If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even after shift-

ing the shift lever to S

This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehi-

cle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when the shift

lever is in D.)

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

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AI-SHIFT

AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver performance

and driving conditions.

AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. (Shifting

the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)