Lexus 2015 NX 200t, Owner'S Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures
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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 driving.
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Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situations:
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When the vehicle comes to a stop
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If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time
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When the shift lever is shifted to a position other than D
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To protect the automatic transmission
“Transmission Fluid Temp High See Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display and a function is adopted that automatically selects a higher shift range when
the fluid temperature is high. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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Downshifting restriction warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may sometimes
be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the
shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
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When driving with cruise control (if equipped), dynamic radar cruise control (if
equipped) or dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (if equipped) acti-
vated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking,
engine braking will not activate because cruise control, dynamic radar cruise control or
dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range will not be canceled.
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While driving in D position, downshifting to 5 or 4. (
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P. 199)
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When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.
( → P. 296)
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Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)
When the following unusual operation is performed, the engine output may be
restrained.
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When the shift lever is shifted from R to D, D to R, N to R, P to D, or P to R (D includes
M) with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warning message appears on the multi-
information display. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display,
read the message and follow the instructions.
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When the accelerator pedal is depressed too while the vehicle is in reverse.
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Shift lock system
The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever in start-
ing.
The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode and the brake pedal is being depressed.