On-Vehicle Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lexus SC 430. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

INSPECT SHIFT LEVER POSITION
1. When moving the shift lever from the P to the R position with the ignition switch ON and brake pedal depressed, make sure that it moves smoothly and moves correctly into position.
2. Start the engine and make sure that the vehicle moves forward when moving the shift lever from the N to the D position and moves rearward when moving to the R position.
  If the operation cannot be performed as specified, inspect the park/neutral position switch assembly and check the shift lever assembly installation condition.