2009 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 162

2-1. Driving procedures Changing shift ranges in "S" mode Shift the shift lever to the "S" mode driving position and operate the shift lever. Upshift range Downshift range The initial shift range in "S" mode is automatically set to "5" or "4" according to the vehicle's speed. However, depending on the driving condition, the initial shift range may be set to "3" when AI-SHIFT control is being performed. (→P. 137) n Shift ranges and their functions l You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force. l A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a higher shift range, and the engine revolutions will also increase. 136