Lexus LS 460, User Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures
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Dr
iving
LS460/LS460L_U (OM50D48U)
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When driving with cruise control or dynamic radar cruise control with full speed
range activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine brak-
ing, engine braking will not activate because cruise control or dynamic radar cruise
control with full speed range will not be canceled.
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While driving in the D position, downshifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4. (
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P. 244, 248)
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When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.
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P. 297)
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Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in snow mode.
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
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P. 822
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If the automatic transmission fluid temperature warning message is displayed
If the automatic transmission fluid temperature warning message is displayed while
driving, make sure you return to normal D position driving and reduce speed by eas-
ing off the accelerator pedal. Stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift lever to
the P position and let the engine idle until the warning message goes out.
When the warning message goes out, the vehicle can be driven again.
If the warning message does not go out after waiting a while, have your vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver perfor-
mance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. (Shift-
ing the shift lever to the M position cancels the function.)
CAUTION
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When driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in the vehi-
cle skidding to the side or spinning.