ect pwr button

jlohr · 10-15-2007, 06:48 AM

is this button for when you are towing, i have one on my dash on my 02 sport 4runner 4x4...also would it be a good idea to just leave this button on at all times when i get 285's so i could have a bit more tq to get moving?

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eightnine · 10-15-2007, 06:58 AM

Its only available on automatics as i have it on my runner too. All it does is lengthen the shifting points for the transmissions so you can get more out of your engine. This will lower your fuel economy by a bit also.

Elton · 10-15-2007, 09:15 AM

^^^ what he said ^^^

GSGALLANT · 10-15-2007, 11:49 AM

When you're towing, turn the O/D off. I like to use ECT pwr on my '93 when I'm driving on hilly roads. It minimizes the upshift / downshift problem with the 3.slow slightly.

techno · 10-15-2007, 11:53 AM

Leaving it on wont really help you get going, since it only allows the engine to rev higher prior to shifting and only at certain throttle positions. It has no effect at low revs.
Change your diff gear ratio for more torque (or get a diesel engine).

surf4runner · 10-15-2007, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eightnine

This will lower your fuel economy by a bit also.

i drive w/it on all the time
the only reason my mileage is affected is because i stay on the throttle longer

ARB1977 · 10-15-2007, 03:14 PM

Thats your go fast button.

10-15-2007, 06:58 AM	#2 (permalink)
eightnine Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 934	Its only available on automatics as i have it on my runner too. All it does is lengthen the shifting points for the transmissions so you can get more out of your engine. This will lower your fuel economy by a bit also. __________________ 1989 Toyota 4runner Special Edition - Rebuilt 22re bored .20 over 4.30 gears, - Magnaflow Performance Exhaust with Magnaflow Hi Flow Catalytic Converter, Monroe Sensa-Tracs Shocks all around, 4runner AALs, Custom Checkerplate front skid plate, Kayline Soft Top , Clear Corners and Turn Signals, Eagle Alloy Rims with 31x10.5x15 M/T tires, 2 12" JBL Subwoofers / MTX AMP, Pioneer Premiere Speakers, JVC KD-G730 MP3/CD/Bluetooth

10-15-2007, 09:15 AM	#3 (permalink)
Elton Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Siletz,Oregon Posts: 10,665	^^^ what he said ^^^ __________________ My Truck 98 4runner SR5 3.4L 5spd 4x4 E-Locker Mods Mom 07 Tundra d-cab limited 5.7L 4x4 auto sister 92 pickup SR5 X-cab 3.0L 5spd 4x4 Papa 89 Pickup SR5 X-cab 4x4 3.0L 5spd/98 4runner SR5 4x4 auto 3.4L R.I.P 91 4runner SR5 4x4 3.0L 5spd Totaled 5/13/06 My Wreck

10-15-2007, 11:49 AM	#4 (permalink)
GSGALLANT Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 1,760	When you're towing, turn the O/D off. I like to use ECT pwr on my '93 when I'm driving on hilly roads. It minimizes the upshift / downshift problem with the 3.slow slightly. __________________ 2002 4Runner, Auto-A340F, 3.4L, 4.30 Gears TJM T15 Front Bumper & Warn M8000, 4xInnovation sliders, Sonoran Steel 1.2 Lift, Toytec LCA Skids, Tundra Brake Upgrade (231mm), Extended rear diff breather, Deckplate Mod, Andymod, Dual batt setup with Optima blue top aux battery, Hardwired 1000W inverter, Aux fuse box, Full time power to 12V plugs, Yaesu FT7800R Radio, "4-air" system for airing up/down tires. 2004 Camry LE - stock (and will stay that way) 1993 4Runner has been sold

10-15-2007, 11:53 AM	#5 (permalink)
techno Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 82	Leaving it on wont really help you get going, since it only allows the engine to rev higher prior to shifting and only at certain throttle positions. It has no effect at low revs. Change your diff gear ratio for more torque (or get a diesel engine). __________________ 00 4Runner SR5 4x4

10-15-2007, 03:14 PM	#7 (permalink)
ARB1977 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: North Texas Posts: 301	Thats your go fast button. __________________ 2002 TACOMA 3.4L 102K AND COUNTING

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