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Trailer Mode

Discussion in 'Towing' started by Arrow2013, Jul 8, 2019.

  1. Jul 8, 2019 at 11:39 AM
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    Does Tacoma's have a Trailer mode? i have a 01 4Runner and 08 Tundra and both have a either a ECT or trailer mode switch.
     
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  2. Jul 8, 2019 at 11:50 AM
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    wiljayhi

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    “Trailer mode” on my 2018 6AT is S4+ECT
     
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  3. Jul 9, 2019 at 4:20 AM
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    My 2015 doesn't but 2016 and up has the ECT
     
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    Yes, Tacoma doesn't call it trailer mode but putting the trans in S mode and engaging ECT provides the same effect as what some vehicles call trailer mode. On a Taco that means higher shift points and if needed keeping the trans out of 5th or 6th gear. Unlike the Tundra tow mode, I don't think ECT mode increases egine braking by automatically downshifting. Of course you can accomplish the same thing by downshifting in S mode. Also, obviously, unlike desiel trucks, there's no change in exhaust valving for braking.
     
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