Lexus RX300 2001 - Parking; Good Driving Practice

STARTING AND DRIVING
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2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
(f) Parking
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1
Brake pedal
2
Parking brake pedal
3
“P” (Park) position
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Depress the parking brake fully to securely apply the
parking brake.
3. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the
selector lever to the “P” position.
CAUTION
While the vehicle is moving, never attempt to move the
selector lever into “P” under any circumstances.
Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control
may result.
(g) Good driving practice
 If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between
the third and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope,
the overdrive should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch
on immediately after climbing the slope.
 When towing a trailer, in order to maintain efficient engine
braking and electrical charging performance, do not use
overdrive.
CAUTION
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped
with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from
creeping.
NOTICE
Do not hold the vehicle on an upgrade with the
accelerator pedal. This can cause the transmission to
overheat. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake.