ETC

Okay I know it's a button on the dash to the left but since I'm still 4weeks out from my delivery can someone tell me what the ETC feature is for?

 

In simplest terms its like over drive. When it's on it'll give you more power.

 

Gotcha. So maybe when I'm climbing up to Tahoe etc. thanks!!

 

Maybe, it should be stated. When engaged, you will have normal power. When disengaged, you're in Turtle mode.

 

And it's ECT....

 

Going up hwy 80 on the way to Tahoe is a great example for when to use it.

 

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=toyota+ect+button

 

ECT etc,. etc,.

 

Thank you everyone for being helpful. Much anticipated. Fredhoodsell glad you got to be an asshole

 

Way to handle it.

 

It makes the transmission hold gears longer before shifting, the idea is higher RPM's for higher speed. Great for passing, towing and climbing steep grades. All us first gen Tacoma guys have it, but the second gen trucks didn't get it for some reason. I don't really use mine much, the difference it makes is minimal.

 

We probably didn't get it because 2ndGenFTMFW

 

Naw

 

No, it keeps you out of over drive. So it's nothing like over drive

 

That's what they told me at the dealer what I asked them about it. Thanks for clearing that up.

 

they meant over drive for people who don't know what an over drive gear is. like maximum power. But there is not more power made, it just uses higher rpm in each gear

 

Just trying to point you in the right direction...