Lexus SC430 - Automatic Transmission Operation

Topic 3
When Driving
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Automatic Transmission
■ Shift range positions
P Parking and engine starting
R Reverse position
N Neutral position
D Normal driving position
S Sequential mode driving
Switching out of “P” position can only be per-
formed while the brake pedal is depressed.
■ Sequential mode
Sequential mode allows the driver to select gears based on driving conditions.
Move the shift lever to the “S” position.
Upshifting : move the lever to the “+” side
Downshifting : move the lever to the “-” side
1
st
through 6
th
gear can be selected.
The selected shift range is displayed on the instru-
ment cluster.
NOTE: Downshifting increases power going uphill, or increases engine braking going
downhill or stopping.
During normal driving conditions, always drive in “D” position for best fuel economy.