DS (Drive Sport) mode

Move the selector lever from D (Drive) to the left into the manual shift gate. The transmission position indicator in the meter shows “DS”.
In the DS (Drive Sport) mode, the transmission changes to the “sporty” driving shift operation, creating a more aggressive acceleration feeling than the D (Drive) mode and providing a gear change sensation when the driver accelerates quickly.
When the driver selects the manual shift mode using the selector lever (or the paddle shifter) during the DS (Drive Sport) mode operation, the driver must move the selector lever from DS (Drive Sport) to D (Drive) and back again to re-select the DS (Drive Sport) mode.

Paddle shifters
See also:
Safety
As of this writing, the 2011 QX56 hasn't been crash-tested.
Standard safety features include front and side-impact airbags, side-curtain
airbags for all three rows, an electronic stability system ...
Push starting
CAUTION
● CVT models cannot be push-started or tow-started. Attempting to do so may cause transmission damage.
● Do not push start this vehicle. The three-way catalyst may be damaged ...
Floor mats
WARNING
To avoid potential pedal interference that
may result in a collision or injury:
► NEVER place a floor mat on top of
another floor mat in the driver front
position.
► U ...
