Lexus LS460 - Selecting Shift Ranges in S Mode

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4-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
LS460_EE (OM50D49E)
To enter S mode, shift the shift lever to the S position.
When in S mode, changing the shift range allows restriction of the
highest gear, preventing unnecessary upshifting and enabling the
level of engine braking force to be selected.
Upshifting
Downshifting
The initial shift range in S mode is set automatically between 3 and
7 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.
 Shift ranges and their functions
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a
higher shift range.
Selecting shift ranges in S mode
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Meter display Function
S2 - S8
A gear in the range between 1 and the selected gear
is automatically chosen depending on vehicle speed
and driving conditions
S1 Setting the gear at 1