ECT= Electronically controlled Transmission. NO you don't want it on for towing, all it does is stretch out the gear ratios for a little extra performance. i.e. If your car usually changes up a gear at say, 3000 rpm then with this button switched on you would change up a gear at 3800-4000 RPM (figures just a guide) It just gives a bit more acceleration.
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Toggle the POWER button to the left of the gear shifter.
ECT button allow you to switch between Power and Normal mode. Normal mode is more fuel efficient but not as responsive. In Power mode cars become more responsive but consume more fuel.
This indicates that the ECT button (next to the gear shift) is depressed, which prevents the transmission from going into 5th gear while climbing a grade. Pushing the ECT button will return the transmission to normal function and the PWR light will no longer be displayed.
Improve acceleration and fuel efficiency with six forward gears and Electronically Controlled Transmission (ECT). A sequential-shift feature allows you to select gears with the feel of a manual transmission Shah, Umer
where is the ect pwr button located on a 1997 avalon? the light came on and my husband assumed he must have pushed a button by mistake.
The ect power button lengthens gear ratio and gives a bit of extra power
Red button in front of my gear lever, What is it?All Automatic Models: Pressing this allows you to move the gear lever out of park without turning the ignition
Traction Control.
Its near the gear....a button with ECT written on it...
Should be a button by the emergency brake opposite of the tailgate window roll down button. 1997 4runner...that's mine. Press the ECT switch on the console. From familyzoo My 4 runner is a 92 and the button is just below, and between , the shift levers, between the seats. Push it to reengage the ECT. Light on means the ECT is no longer engaged. Jonathon Press the button that is clearly labeled "ECT". When you want to accelerate quickly, press it again (so the light on the dash is illuminated).
You push the ECT PWR button (located left to the radio) to the "Off" position.
mine is a button on middle council, by emergency brake. says ect