Lexus 2015 NX 200t, Owner'S Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures
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To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the “-” paddle shift switch
while the shift lever in D. Changing the shift range enables the level of engine
braking force to be selected. The shift range can then be selected by operating
the “-” and “+” paddle shift switches.
Upshifting
Downshifting
The selected shift range, from 1 to 6, will
be displayed on the multi-information
display.
The initial shift range when the “-” pad-
dle shift switch is operated is automati-
cally set to 2, 3, 4 or 5 according to the
vehicle speed.
To return to normal D position driving, the “+” paddle shift switch must be held down
for a period of time.
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Shift ranges and their functions
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.
Selecting the driving mode
Selecting shift ranges in the D position (vehicles with paddle shift
switches)
1
2
Meter display Function
D2 - D6
A gear in the range between 1 and the selected gear is auto-
matically chosen depending on vehicle speed and driving
conditions
D1 1st gear is set