Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Shift Points
1997 Lexus ES 300 V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE)SECTION Shift Points
Shift Point
Shift Position D:
Shifting Point (Throttle Valve Fully Opened):
1 To 2 60-66 km/h (37-41 mph)
2 To 3 113-121 km/h (70-75 mph)
3 To O/D 174-182 km/h (108-113 mph)
O/D To 3 168-176 km/h (104-109 mph)
3 To 2 104-112 km/h (65-70 mph)
2 To 1 50-54 km/h (31-34 mph)
Shifting Point (Throttle Valve Fully Closed):
3 To O/D 35-39 km/h (22-24 mph)
O/D TO 3 20-24 km/h (12-15 mph)
Shift Position 2:
Shifting Point (Throttle Valve Fully Opened):
1 To 2 60-66 km/h (37-41 mph)
3 To 2 122-130 km/h (76-81 mph)
2 To 1 50-54 km/h (31-34 mph)
Shift Position L:
Shifting Point (Throttle Valve Fully Opened):
3 To 2 107-114 km/h (66-71 mph)
2 To 1 55-59 km/h (34-37 mph)
Shift Position D:
Shifting Point (Throttle Valve Fully Opened):
1 To 2 60-66 km/h (37-41 mph)
2 To 3 113-121 km/h (70-75 mph)
3 To O/D 174-182 km/h (108-113 mph)
O/D To 3 168-176 km/h (104-109 mph)
3 To 2 104-112 km/h (65-70 mph)
2 To 1 50-54 km/h (31-34 mph)
Shifting Point (Throttle Valve Fully Closed):
3 To O/D 35-39 km/h (22-24 mph)
O/D TO 3 20-24 km/h (12-15 mph)
Shift Position 2:
Shifting Point (Throttle Valve Fully Opened):
1 To 2 60-66 km/h (37-41 mph)
3 To 2 122-130 km/h (76-81 mph)
2 To 1 50-54 km/h (31-34 mph)
Shift Position L:
Shifting Point (Throttle Valve Fully Opened):
3 To 2 107-114 km/h (66-71 mph)
2 To 1 55-59 km/h (34-37 mph)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.