Shift Paddle Switch Circuit: Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Lexus IS F. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When the shift lever is in D, operating the "-" side shift paddle switch will cause the transmission to enter fixed range mode which restricts the highest gear By operating the shift paddle switches "+" (UP) or "-" (DOWN), the shift range can be changed

When the vehicle is being operated in D position (fixed range mode), if the vehicle is stopped or the accelerator pedal is kept steady for a certain period of time with the transmission in the same gear, the vehicle will change back automatically to normal D position operation.

When the shift lever is in M, it is possible to make use of the highest engine speeds by holding the vehicle in a gear Gear hold control means that gear shifts will not be performed as long as the paddle switches are not operated in either the "+" (UP), or "-" (DOWN) direction

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For information on shift speeds and automatic operations related to the shift paddle switch circuit, refer to the instructions in Road Test (See ROAD TEST )