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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U)
■ Shift ranges and their functions
● Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 6 according to vehicle
speed and driving conditions. But, the gear is limited according to
selected shift range.
● You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force.
● A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a
higher shift range, and the engine speed will also increase.
■ Paddle shift switches (if equipped)
● When the “-” paddle shift switch is operated in the “D” position, a shift range will
be automatically selected. The highest gear of the first shift range will be one
gear lower than the gear in use during normal “D” position driving.
● Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the “D” position
Shift range selection in the “D” position will be deactivated in the following situa-
tions:
• When the vehicle comes to a stop
• If the accelerator pedal is depressed for longer than a certain period of time
in one shift range
■ “S” mode
● When the shift range is “5” or lower, holding the shift lever or paddle shift switch
toward “+” sets the shift range to “6”.
● To prevent excessive engine speed, a function was adopted that automatically
selects a higher shift range before the engine speed becomes too high.
● To protect the automatic transmission, a function is adopted that automatically
selects a higher shift range when the fluid temperature is high.
■ Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or a paddle shift switch (if equipped) is operated. (The warning
buzzer will sound twice.)
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