2013 Lexus ES 350 User Guide - Page 25
2013 Lexus ES 350 Manual
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Automatic Transmission
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Automatic Transmission
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Shifting the shift lever
While the “START STOP ENGINE” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, move the shift
lever with the brake pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is com-
pletely stopped.
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Shift position purpose
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1
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Shifting the shift lever to D allows the system to select a gear suitable for the driving con-
ditions.
Setting the shift lever to D is recommended for normal driving.
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: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear ranges,
controls engine braking force, and prevents unnecessary upshifting.
Shift position
Objective or function
P
Parking the vehicle/starting the engine
R
Reversing
N
Neutral
D
Normal driving
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S
S mode driving
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