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How to Turn Off the ECO Mode in Land Cruiser?

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Wright
07/29/25 4:10pm
To turn off the ECO mode, there is a button next to the gear shift. On the left is ECT, and on the right is 2nd gear start. When you press the button towards the ECT direction, the ECO mode will be turned off. The ECO mode in cars serves the following three purposes: 1. The car's ECO is an energy-saving mode: When the ECO mode is activated, it comprehensively evaluates and analyzes factors that affect fuel consumption, such as automatic transmission gear, engine speed, vehicle speed, braking, and transmission oil temperature; 2. The ECU control unit calculates the optimal fuel amount and supplies it to the engine for operation: This effectively reduces fuel consumption compared to normal driving modes; 3. After activating the ECO mode, the throttle opening corresponding to the same accelerator pedal depth is smaller: The transmission shift logic prioritizes fuel economy, and it also adjusts the air conditioning output power.
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KingDella
08/15/25 4:37am
Speaking of turning off the ECO mode on the Land Cruiser, I've got plenty of experience with that, given how often I take this car on road trips. Deactivating ECO is actually quite simple—usually there's a small button on the dashboard labeled 'ECO,' and pressing it turns the light off. For some models, you'll need to navigate to the power mode settings in the infotainment system menu and select Standard or Sport mode. Once it's off, the vehicle feels more powerful, making hill climbs and overtaking a breeze, without any sluggishness. I typically disable it when tackling mountain roads on long trips to avoid the ECO system constantly limiting throttle response. Sure, fuel consumption increases a bit, but it's worth it for safer driving. A quick reminder: always check tire pressure after turning off ECO to ensure optimal vehicle performance. And if you frequently toggle it on and off, remember to maintain the car properly to avoid battery overload.
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DiCorbin
10/12/25 6:12am
Hey buddy, as a long-time car enthusiast, turning off ECO mode feels amazing. Just press the button near the steering wheel or adjust the drive mode in the system menu. After disabling it, the engine responds much faster with no lag during acceleration. ECO mode reduces power to save fuel, so turning it off unleashes the car's hidden potential, especially in city traffic or during emergency acceleration. But be aware of increased fuel consumption – I recommend using it mainly on non-highway routes and ensuring proper engine break-in. The headlight button design is quite user-friendly, but always check the manual before randomly pressing stuff.
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