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The Gear Shift Indicator display is a guide to help the driver achieve
improved fuel economy and reduced exhaust emissions within limits of
engine performance.
When not in operation
Shift-up indicator
Gear Shift Indicator function
This function automatically operates during M mode.
By following the Shift-up indicator and shifting up accordingly, it is
possible to achieve improved fuel economy and reduced exhaust
emissions.
The Gear Shift Indicator does not have a similar function for down-
shifting.
Depending on the driving conditions, the Gear Shift Indicator may
not display the Shift-up indicator while driving in M mode.
When the “-” paddle shift switch is operated with the shift lever in the D position
A shift range will be automatically selected. The highest gear of the first shift
range will be one gear lower than the gear in use during normal D position driv-
ing.
Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situa-
tions:
When the vehicle comes to a stop
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time
When the shift lever is shifted to a position other than D
To protect the automatic transmission
“Transmission Fluid High Temperature” is displayed on the multi-information
display and a function is adopted that automatically selects a higher shift range
when the fluid temperature is high. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Gear Shift Indicator (if equipped)
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Summary of Contents for 2013 IS250
Page 30: ...30 Pictorial index IS250_EE OM53B11E...
Page 80: ...79 1 2 Theft deterrent system 1 For safety and security IS250_EE OM53B11E...
Page 81: ...80 1 2 Theft deterrent system IS250_EE OM53B11E...
Page 138: ...136 3 2 Opening closing and locking the doors and trunk IS250_EE OM53B11E...
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Page 174: ...172 3 5 Opening closing the windows and moon roof IS250_EE OM53B11E...
Page 238: ...236 4 5 Using the driving support systems IS250_EE OM53B11E Certification...
Page 239: ...237 4 5 Using the driving support systems 4 Driving IS250_EE OM53B11E...
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Page 241: ...239 4 5 Using the driving support systems 4 Driving IS250_EE OM53B11E CAUTION...
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Page 301: ...289 4 6 Driving tips 4 Driving IS250_EE OM53B11E...
Page 335: ...322 5 5 Playing an audio CD and MP3 WMA AAC discs IS250_EE OM53B11E...
Page 377: ...364 5 11 Bluetooth IS250_EE OM53B11E Certification...
Page 447: ...432 7 3 Do it yourself maintenance IS250_EE OM53B11E...
Page 576: ...560 9 3 Items to initialize IS250_EE OM53B11E...