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4-2. Driving procedures
Driving
upshifting may automatically occur.
Q Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is
operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
Q If the S indicator does not come on or
the D indicator is displayed even after
shifting the shift lever to S
This may indicate a malfunction in the
hybrid transmission system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer immediately.
(In this situation, the transmission will oper-
ate in the same manner as when the shift
lever is in D.)
1 Right turn
2 Lane change to the right (move the
lever partway and release it)
The right hand signals will flash 3 times.
3 Lane change to the left (move the
lever partway and release it)
The left hand signals will flash 3 times.
4 Left turn
Q Turn signals can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
Q If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear
turn signal lights has not burned out.
Q If the turn signals stop flashing before a
lane change has been performed
Operate the lever again.
Turn signal lever
Operating instructions