Lexus NX350h 2022, Руководство пользователя

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Intended use of each shift position
Select the shift position depending on your purpose and situation.
Shift position Objective or function
P
Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid sys-
tem
R Reversing
N Neutral
D
Normal driving
(1)
S
S mode driving
(2)
(1) To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, set the shift position in D for normal
driving. You can choose gear range suitable for your driving situation by operating the
paddle shift switches.
(2) By selecting shift ranges using S mode, you can control accelerating force and engine
braking force.
INFORMATION
■
When engine braking is not performed
When the vehicle is being driven with the dynamic radar cruise control operating, engine
braking will not be performed even if the following operations are performed.
●
While driving in D or S mode, downshifting to 5 or 4.
●
When Sport mode is selected while driving in D position.
■
If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed automatically or operating the shift lever
may be required. In this case, change the shift position following the messages on the
multi-information display.
WARNING
Avoid sudden accelerator pedal operations and shift operations when driving on slick
road surfaces. Engine braking or changes in engine speed may cause the vehicle to slide
sideways.
NOTICE
■ Situations where shift control system malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occurs, shift control system malfunctions are possible.
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