Lexus GS450h 2008, Quick Manual

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Topic 3
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Transmission
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Shift positions
P Park*
R Reverse
N Neutral (drive not engaged)
D Drive
S “S” mode
*: The hybrid system can only be started in “P”.
The vehicle can only be shifted out of “P”
when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode
and the brake pedal is depressed.
■ “S” mode
“S” mode allows the driver to select the shift range manually based on driving conditions.
Shift the shift lever to “S”.
To upshift: shift the shift lever toward “+”.
To downshift: shift the shift lever toward “-”.
The selected shift range is displayed on the
instrument cluster.
Parking Brake
To set : firmly depress the parking brake pedal.
To release : depress the parking brake pedal
again.