Lexus LC Cabriolet (2021 year). Manual in english — page 8

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WARNING

O

Avoid revving or racing the engine.

Running the engine at high speed

while the vehicle is stopped may cause

the exhaust system to overheat, which

could result in a fire if combustible

material is nearby.

Q

When the vehicle is parked

O

Do not leave glasses, cigarette light-

ers, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the

vehicle when it is in the sun.

Doing so may result in the following:

• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter

or spray can, and may lead to a fire.

• The temperature inside the vehicle

may cause the plastic lenses and plas-

tic material of glasses to deform or

crack.

• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing

the contents to spray over the interior

of the vehicle, and may also cause a

short circuit in the vehicle’s electrical

components.

O

Do not leave cigarette lighters in the

vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a

place such as the glove box or on the

floor, it may be lit accidentally when

luggage is loaded or the seat is

adjusted, causing a fire.

O

Do not attach adhesive discs to the

windshield or windows. Do not place

containers such as air fresheners on

the instrument panel or dashboard.

Adhesive discs or containers may act

as lenses, causing a fire in the vehicle.

O

Do not leave a door or window open if

the curved glass is coated with a met-

allized film such as a silver-colored

one. Reflected sunlight may cause the

glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.

O

Always apply the parking brake, shift

the shift position to P, stop the engine

and lock the vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended

while the engine is running.

If the vehicle is parked with the shift

position in P but the parking brake is

not set, the vehicle may start to move,

possibly leading to an accident.

O

Do not touch the exhaust pipes while

the engine is running or immediately

after turning the engine off.

Doing so may cause burns.

Q

When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, if

you accidentally move the shift lever or

depress the accelerator pedal, this could

cause an accident or fire due to engine

overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is

parked in a poorly ventilated area,

exhaust gases may collect and enter the

vehicle, leading to death or a serious

health hazard.

Q

When braking

O

When the brakes are wet, drive more

cautiously.

Braking distance increases when the

brakes are wet, and this may cause

one side of the vehicle to brake differ-

ently than the other side. Also, the

parking brake may not securely hold

the vehicle.

O

If the electronically controlled brake

system does not operate, do not follow

other vehicles closely and avoid hills or

sharp turns that require braking.

In this case, braking is still possible, but

the brake pedal should be depressed

more firmly than usual. Also, the brak-

ing distance will increase. Have your

brakes fixed immediately.

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WARNING

O

The brake system consists of 2 or

more individual hydraulic systems; if

one of the systems fails, the other(s)

will still operate. In this case, the brake

pedal should be depressed more

firmly than usual and the braking dis-

tance will increase. Have your brakes

fixed immediately.

NOTICE

Q

When driving the vehicle

O

Do not depress the accelerator and

brake pedals at the same time while

driving, as this may restrain the engine

output.

O

Do not use the accelerator pedal or

depress the accelerator and brake

pedals at the same time to hold the

vehicle on a hill.

Q

Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

O

Do not turn the steering wheel fully in

either direction and hold it there for an

extended period of time.

Doing so may damage the power

steering motor.

O

When driving over bumps in the road,

drive as slowly as possible to avoid

damaging the wheels, underside of the

vehicle, etc.

Q

If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the fol-

lowing situations. Hold the steering

wheel firmly and gradually depress the

brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.

O

It may be difficult to control your vehi-

cle.

O

The vehicle will make abnormal

sounds or vibrations.

O

The vehicle will lean abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a flat

tire (



P.400)

Q

When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded

after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause

the following serious damage to the vehi-

cle:

O

Engine stalling

O

Short in electrical components

O

Engine damage caused by water

immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded

road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure

to have any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer check the following:

O

Brake function

O

Changes in quantity and quality of oil

and fluid used for the engine, transmis-

sion, differentials, etc.

O

Lubricant condition for the propeller

shaft, bearings and suspension joints

(where possible), and the function of

all joints, bearings, etc.

If the shift control system is damaged by

flooding, it may not be possible to shift

the shift position to P, or from P to other

positions. In this case, contact any autho-

rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-

ately.

Q

When parking the vehicle

Always set the parking brake, and shift

the shift position to P. Failure to do so

may cause the vehicle to move or the

vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the

accelerator pedal is accidentally

depressed.

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Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load:

WARNING

Q

Things that must not be carried in the

trunk

The following things may cause a fire if

loaded in the trunk:

O

Receptacles containing gasoline

O

Aerosol cans

Q

Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may prevent the pedals

from being depressed properly, may

block the driver’s vision, or may result in

items hitting the driver or passengers,

possibly causing an accident.

O

Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk

whenever possible.

O

Do not place cargo or luggage in or on

the following locations.

• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats

(when stacking items)

• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
• In front of Center Display

O

Secure all items in the occupant com-

partment.

Q

Load and distribution

O

Do not overload your vehicle.

O

Do not apply loads unevenly.

Improper loading may cause deterio-

ration of steering or braking control

which may cause death or serious

injury.

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Trailer towing

Lexus does not recommend towing
a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus
also does not recommend the
installation of a tow hitch or the use
of a tow hitch carrier for a wheel-
chair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your
vehicle is not designed for trailer
towing or for the use of tow hitch
mounted carriers.

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1

Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(



P.204)

The parking brake indicator will come on.

2

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

3

Press the engine switch shortly and
firmly.

When operating the engine switch, one

short, firm press is enough. It is not neces-

sary to press and hold the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up

to 30 seconds, whichever is less.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until

the engine is completely started.
The engine can be started from any engine

switch mode.

Q

Engine switch illumination

According to the situation, the engine

switch illumination operates as follows.

O

When a door is opened, or the engine

switch mode is changed from ACC or

ON to off, the engine switch illumination

slowly blinks.

O

When the engine switch is in ACC or

ON, the engine switch illumination illumi-

nates.

Q

If the engine does not start

O

The engine immobilizer system may not

have been deactivated. (



P.64)

Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer.

O

If a message related to start-up is shown

on the multi-information display, read the

message and follow the instructions.

O

If the door is unlocked with the mechani-

cal key, the engine cannot be started

using the smart entry & start system.

Refer to P.404 to start the engine. How-

ever, if the electronic key is carried inside

the vehicle and the doors are locked

(



P.114), the engine can be started.

Q

If the battery is discharged

The engine cannot be started using the

smart entry & start system. Refer to P.407

to restart the engine.

Q

Electronic key battery depletion



P.108

Q

Conditions affecting operation



P.121

Q

Notes for the entry function



P.121

Q

Steering lock function

O

After turning the engine switch off and

opening and closing the doors, the steer-

ing wheel will be locked due to the steer-

ing lock function. Operating the engine

switch again automatically cancels the

steering lock.

O

When the steering lock cannot be

Engine (ignition) switch

Performing the following opera-
tions when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the
engine or changes engine switch
modes.

Starting the engine

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released, “Push engine switch while turn-

ing steering wheel in either direction” will

be displayed on the multi-information dis-

play.

Press the engine switch shortly and firmly

while turning the steering wheel left and

right.

O

To prevent the steering lock motor from

overheating, operation of the motor may

be suspended if the engine is turned on

and off repeatedly in a short period of

time. In this case, refrain from operating

the engine switch. After about 10 sec-

onds, the steering lock motor will resume

functioning.

Q

If there is a malfunction in the smart

entry & start system

If “Entry & Start System Malfunction See

Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-

information display, the system may be mal-

functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by

any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus

authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer

immediately.

Q

Electronic key battery



P.369

Q

Operation of the engine switch

O

If the switch is not pressed shortly and

firmly, the engine switch mode may not

change or the engine may not start.

O

If attempting to restart the engine imme-

diately after turning the engine switch off,

the engine may not start in some cases.

After turning the engine switch off, please

wait a few seconds before restarting the

engine.

Q

Customization

If the smart entry & start system has been

deactivated in a customized setting, refer to

P.403.

1

Stop the vehicle completely.

2

If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake.
(



P.204)

WARNING

Q

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in

the driver’s seat. Do not depress the

accelerator pedal while starting the

engine under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident result-

ing in death or serious injury.

Q

Caution while driving

If engine failure occurs while the vehicle

is moving, do not lock or open the doors

until the vehicle reaches a safe and com-

plete stop. Activation of the steering lock

in this circumstance may lead to an acci-

dent, resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

Q

When starting the engine

O

Do not race a cold engine.

O

If the engine becomes difficult to start

or stalls frequently, have your vehicle

checked by any authorized Lexus

retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,

or any reliable repairer immediately.

Q

Symptoms indicating a malfunction

with the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be operat-

ing somewhat differently than usual, such

as the switch sticking slightly, there may

be a malfunction. Contact any autho-

rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-

ately.

Stopping the engine

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3

Shift the shift position to P.
(



P.198)

Check that the shift position indicator

shows P. (



P.197)

4

Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter display

will be extinguished (the shift position indi-

cator will be extinguished a few seconds

after the meter display).

5

Check that “ACCESSORY” or
“IGNITION ON” is not shown on
the meter.

Q

Automatic P position selection function



P.198

Modes can be changed by pressing
the engine switch with the brake pedal
released. (The mode changes each
time the switch is pressed.)

1

OFF

The emergency flashers can be used.

2

ACC

Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed on the
meter.

3

ON

All electrical components can be used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on the
meter.

Q

Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACC for more than

20 minutes or ON (the engine is not run-

ning) for more than an hour with the shift

position in P, the engine switch will auto-

WARNING

Q

Stopping the engine in an emergency

O

If you want to stop the engine in an

emergency while driving the vehicle,

press and hold the engine switch for

more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly

3 times or more in succession.

(



P.380)

However, do not touch the engine

switch while driving except in an emer-

gency. Turning the engine off while

driving will not cause loss of steering

or braking control, however, power

assist to the steering will be lost. This

will make it more difficult to steer

smoothly, so you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to

do so.

O

If the engine switch is operated while

the vehicle is running, a warning mes-

sage is shown on the multi-information

display and a buzzer sounds.

O

When restarting the engine after an

emergency shutdown, press the

engine switch.

Changing engine switch modes

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matically turn off. However, this function

cannot entirely prevent the battery dis-

charge. Do not leave the vehicle with the

engine switch in ACC or ON for long peri-

ods of time when the engine is not running.

Q

When the shift control system malfunc-

tions

When attempting to turn the engine switch

off while there is a malfunction in the shift

control system, the engine switch mode

may change to ACC. In this case, ACC

may be turned off by applying the parking

brake and pressing the engine switch again.

If there is a malfunction in the system, have

the vehicle inspected by any authorized

Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,

or any reliable repairer immediately.

*1

: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce

noise, set the shift position in D for nor-
mal driving. You can choose gear range
suitable for your driving situation by
operating the paddle shift switches.

*2

: Any gear range can be fixed when driv-

ing in M mode.

Q

For the shift positions

O

When the engine switch is off or in ACC,

the shift position cannot be changed.

O

When the engine switch is in ON, the

shift position can only be changed to N.

O

When the engine is running, the shift

position can be changed from P to D, N

or R.

O

The shift position can only be changed to

M directly from D.

In addition, if an attempt is made to change

the shift position by moving the shift lever or

NOTICE

Q

To prevent battery discharge

O

Do not leave the engine switch in

ACC or ON for long periods of time

without the engine running.

O

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION

ON” is displayed on the meter, the

engine switch is not off. Exit the vehicle

after turning the engine switch off.

Automatic transmission

Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.

Shift position purpose and func-
tion

Shift position

Objective or function

P

Parking the vehicle/start-

ing the engine

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

(Condition in which the

power is not transmitted)

D

Normal driving

*1

M

M mode driving

*2

(



P.201)

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by pressing the P position switch in any of

the following situations, the buzzer will

sound and the shifting operation will be dis-

abled or the shift position will automatically

change to N. When this happens, select an

appropriate shift position.

O

Situations where the shifting operation

will be disabled:

• When an attempt is made to change the

shift position from P to another position

by moving the shift lever without

depressing the brake pedal.

• When an attempt is made to change the

shift position from P or N to M by moving

the shift lever.

• When the P position switch is pressed

while the vehicle is running.

*1

O

Situations where the shift position will

automatically change to N:

• When an attempt is made to select the R

position by moving the shift lever when
the vehicle is moving forward.

*2

• When an attempt is made to select the D

position by moving the shift lever when
the vehicle is moving in reverse.

*3

• When the shift position is changed from

R to M

O

If N is selected while driving at a certain

speed, even if the shift lever is not held in

the N position, the shift position changes

to N. In this situation, the buzzer sounds

and a confirmation message is displayed

on the multi-information display to inform

the driver that the shift position has

changed to N.

*1

: Shift position may be changed to P when

driving at extremely low speeds.

*2

: Shift position may be changed to R when

driving at low speeds.

*3

: Shift position may be changed to D

when driving at low speeds.

Q

Reverse warning buzzer

When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to

inform the driver that the shift position is in

R.

Q

To protect the automatic transmission

If the automatic transmission fluid tempera-

ture is high, “Transmission Fluid Temp High

See Owner’s Manual” will be displayed on

the multi-information display and the vehi-

cle will go into transmission protection

mode automatically. Have the vehicle

inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer

or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer.

Q

When driving with dynamic radar cruise

control with full-speed range activated

Even when performing the following

actions with the intent of enabling engine

braking, engine braking will not be acti-

vated because dynamic radar cruise con-

trol with full-speed range will not be

canceled.

O

While driving in the D position, down-

shifting to 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 or 4.

O

When switching the driving mode to

sport mode while driving in D position.

(



P.262)

Q

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start

Control)



P.185

Q

AI-SHIFT

The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suit-

able gear according to driver performance

and driving conditions.

The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when

the shift position is in D. (Shifting the shift

position to M cancels the function.)

Q

If a message about a shift operation is

shown

To prevent the shift position from being

selected incorrectly or the vehicle from

moving unexpectedly, the shift position may

be changed automatically or operating the

shift lever may be required. In this case,

change the shift position following the mes-

sages on the multi-information display.

Q

After recharging/reconnecting the bat-

tery



P.342

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Customization

Settings (e.g. reverse warning buzzer) can

be changed.

(Customizable features:



P.435)

Shift lever

Operate the shift lever gently and securely
in the direction of the arrow on the shift
position indicator.
To shift to N, slide the shift lever in the
direction of the arrow and hold it.
Release the shift lever after each shifting
operation to allow it to return to its regular

position (

).

Shifting to M is only possible when the shift
position is in D.
When shifting from P to N, D or R, from N,
D, M or R to P, from D or M to R, or from R
to D, ensure that the brake pedal is being
depressed and the vehicle is stationary.

Shift position indicator

Meter display:
The current shift position is highlighted.
When any shift position other than D or M
is selected, the arrow toward M and M

WARNING

Q

When driving on slippery road sur-

faces

Do not accelerate or shift the shift posi-

tion suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may

cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting

in an accident.

NOTICE

Q

Situations where shift control system

malfunctions are possible

If any of the following situations occur,

shift control system malfunctions are

possible. Immediately stop the vehicle in

a safe place on level ground, apply the

parking brake, and then contact any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus

authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer immediately.

O

When the warning message indicating

the shift control system appears on the

multi-information display.

O

The display indicates that no shift posi-

tion is selected for more than a few

seconds.

Shifting the shift lever

A

B

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position indicator are displayed in gray.
Shift lever display:
The current shift position is illuminated.
When selecting the shift position, make
sure that the shift position has been
changed to the desired position by check-
ing the shift position indicator provided on
the instrument cluster.

P position switch

Q

When shifting the shift position to P

Fully stop the vehicle and set the park-
ing brake, and then press the P position
switch.

When the shift position is changed to P, the
switch illuminates.
Check that the shift position indicator
shows P.

Q

Shifting the shift position from P to
other positions



While depressing the brake pedal
firmly, operate the shift lever. If the
shift lever is operated without
depressing the brake pedal, the
buzzer will sound and the shifting
operation will be disabled.



When selecting the shift position,
make sure that the shift position has
been changed to the desired posi-
tion by checking the shift position
indicator provided on the instru-
ment cluster.



The shift position cannot be
changed from P to M directly.

Q

Automatic P position selection function

In the following situations, the shift position

is automatically changed to P.

O

When pressing the engine switch with

the vehicle stopped while the engine

switch is in ON and the shift position is in

a position other than P (after the shift

position has changed to P, the engine
switch will turn off)

*

O

When the driver’s door is opened and all

of the following conditions are met, while

the shift position is in a position other than

P

• The engine switch is in ON.

• The driver is no wearing the seat belt.

WARNING

Q

For the shift lever

O

Do not remove the shift lever knob or

use anything but a genuine Lexus shift

lever knob. Also, do not hang anything

on the shift lever.

Doing so could prevent the shift lever

from returning to position, causing

unexpected accidents to occur when

the vehicle is in motion.

O

In order to prevent the shift position

from accidentally being changed, do

not touch the shift lever when not using

them.

P position switch

C

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• The brake pedal is not depressed.
To start off the vehicle after the shift position
is changed to P, operate the shift lever
again.

O

When the vehicle is stopped after the

engine has been stopped in an emer-

gency while driving

O

When voltage of the battery drops while

the shift position is in a position other than

P

*

: When the engine switch is pressed while

driving at extremely slow speeds, such as
immediately before stopping the vehicle,
the shift position may automatically
change to P. Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped before pressing the
engine switch.

Q

When the engine switch is changed to

ACC with the shift position held in N

O

Performing the following operations

allows the engine switch to be set to

ACC with the shift position held in N.

1

Operate the shift lever and change the

shift position to N when the engine is

running.

2

Return the shift lever to its regular posi-
tion (

).

3

Operate the shift lever to N and hold it

there until the buzzer sounds.

4

Press the engine switch within 5 sec-

onds after the buzzer sounds.

The engine switch will be set to ACC with
the shift position in N.

*

Make sure to check that the buzzer sounds

and “Holding N Push P Switch When

Done” is displayed on the multi-information

display.

O

To change a shift position to a position

other than N, press the P position switch.

*

: To keep this state, do not operate the

engine switch. If the engine switch is
operated repeatedly, the engine switch
will turn off after the shift position has
automatically changed to P.

Q

If the shift position cannot be shifted

from P

There is a possibility that the battery is dis-

charged. Check the battery in this situation.

(



P.405)

WARNING

Q

P position switch

O

Do not press the P position switch

while the vehicle is moving.

If the P position switch is pressed when

driving at very low speeds (for exam-

ple, directly before stopping the vehi-

cle), the vehicle may stop suddenly

when the shift position switches to P,

which could lead to an accident.

O

In order to prevent the shift position

from accidentally being changed, do

not touch the P position switch when

not using them.

NOTICE

Q

Notes regarding shift lever and P

position switch operation

Avoid repeatedly operating the shift

lever and P position switch in quick suc-

cession.
The system protection function may acti-

vate and it will not be temporarily possi-

ble to shift the shift position other than P.

If this happens, please wait for a while

before attempting to change the shift

position again.

Q

When exiting the vehicle (driver’s

seat only)

Check that the shift position indicator

shows P and that the parking brake indi-

cator is illuminated before opening the

door and exiting the vehicle.

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Driving mode



P.262

Q

Snow mode

Snow mode can be selected to suit the
conditions when driving on slippery
road surfaces, such as on snow.

Turn the

switch backward.

The snow mode indicator comes on.

Turn the

switch backward again to

return to normal mode.

Q

Snow mode automatic deactivation

Snow mode is automatically deactivated if

the engine switch is turned off after driving

in snow mode.

To drive using temporary shift range
selection, operate the “-” or “+” paddle
shift switch.
When the “-” paddle shift switch is
operated, the shift range switches to a
range that enables engine braking
force that is suitable to driving condi-
tions. When the “+” paddle shift switch
is operated, the shift range switches to
a range that is one range higher than
the current range.
Changing the shift range allows
restriction of the highest gear, prevent-
ing unnecessary upshifting and
enabling the level of engine braking
force to be selected.

1

Upshifting

2

Downshifting

The selected shift range, from D1 to D10,
will be displayed in the meter.
To return to normal D position driving, the
“+” paddle shift switch must be held down
for a period of time.

NOTICE

Q

When changing the engine switch to

ACC with the shift position held in N

Even if the engine is not running, by

operating the shift lever and the engine

switch, the engine switch may be

changed to ACC with the shift position

held in N. Make sure that the engine is

running before performing the opera-

tion.

Selecting the driving mode

Selecting shift ranges in the D
position

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A lower shift range will provide greater
engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.

Q

Automatic deactivation of shift range

selection in the D position

Shift range selection in the D position will

be deactivated in the following situations:

O

When the vehicle comes to a stop

O

If the accelerator pedal is depressed for

more than a certain period of time

O

When the shift lever is moved to D again

O

When pressing and holding the “+” pad-

dle shift switch

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 paddle shift switch is operated. (A

buzzer will sound twice.)

To enter M mode, shift the shift posi-
tion to M. Gears can be selected by
operating the paddle shift switches,
allowing you to drive in the gear of
your choosing.

1

Upshifting

2

Downshifting

The gear changes once every time the
paddle shift switch is operated.
The selected gear, from M1 to M10, will be
fixed and displayed in the meter.

When in the M position, the gear will
not change unless the paddle shift
switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position,
the gears will be automatically
changed in the following situation:



When vehicle speed drops (down-
shift only).



When it is necessary to protect the
engine or automatic transmission
when the engine coolant tempera-
ture is low, the automatic transmis-
sion fluid temperature is high or low,
or other reasons.



When particulate matter has accu-
mulated in the exhaust filter.

Also, the gear will not shift when the
vehicle speed is low, even if an upshift
operation is performed.

Q

Downshifting restriction warning

buzzer

To help ensure safety and driving perfor-

Meter display

Function

D2 - D10

A gear in the range

between D1 and the

selected shift range is

automatically chosen

depending on vehicle

speed and driving condi-

tions

D1

Setting the shift range at D1

Selecting gears in the M position

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4-2. Driving procedures

mance, downshifting operation may some-

times be restricted. In some circumstances,

downshifting may not be possible even

when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A

buzzer will sound twice.)

The Gear Shift Indicator display is a
guide to help the driver achieve
improved fuel economy and reduced
exhaust emissions within limits of
engine performance.

When not in operation

Shift-up indicator

Q

Gear Shift Indicator function



This function automatically operates
during M mode.



By following the Shift-up indicator
and shifting up accordingly, it is pos-
sible to achieve improved fuel econ-
omy and reduced exhaust
emissions.



The Gear Shift Indicator does not
have a similar function for down-
shifting.



Depending on the driving condi-
tions, the Gear Shift Indicator may

not display the Shift-up indicator
while driving in M mode.

Gear Shift Indicator (if
equipped)

A
B

WARNING

Q

Gear Shift Indicator display

For safety, the driver should not look only

at the display. Refer to the display when it

is safe to do so while considering actual

traffic and road conditions.

Failure to do so may lead to an accident.

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4

4-2. Driving procedures

Dr

ivin
g

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 engine switch is in ON.

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.

Q

Customization



P.435

Turn signal lever

Operating instructions