2013 Lexus GS 450h User Guide - Page 25

2013 Lexus GS 450h Manual

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GS450h_QG_U (OM30D12U)
Shift position purpose
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1
:
To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the D position for nor-
mal driving.
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2
: By selecting shift ranges using S mode, you can control accelerating forces and engine
braking forces.
Selecting shift ranges in the D position
To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the “-” paddle shift switch. The shift
range can then be selected by operating the “-” and “+” paddle shift switches.
Upshifting
Downshifting
The selected shift range, from D1 to
D5, will be displayed in the meter.
To return to normal D position driving,
the “+” paddle shift switch must be held
down for a period of time.
Shift position
Objective or function
P
Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system
R
Reversing
N
Neutral
D
Normal driving
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1
S
S mode driving
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2
1
2