Pedal Commander® Throttle Response Controller For 3rd Gen (2022+) Tundra: Improve Throttle Lag, Pedal Sensitivity & Drivability – Install & Review
You’re not driving your Tundra as best as you could. And your Tundra’s engine is not performing as powerfully as it can. The Pedal Commander® will fix both problems.
In the early days of automobile performance, vehicles used a system called “drive-by-cable” where depressing the pedal pulled an actual cable linkage directly tied to the engine throttle. This gave drivers an immediate feeling of control over engine throttle response, but it was potentially a jerky and rough experience. Airplanes also used fly-by-cable to move flaps, but it was so tough that it gave rise to the phrase “flying by the seat of your pants”!
Modern vehicles use a system called “drive-by-wire” where pedal pressure is interpreted by a computer that sends signals to the engine according to factory-programmed parameters. While smoother than drive-by-cable, manufacturer-tuned drive-by-wire programs favor safety and moderation. This means your engine throttle is programmed to move along a curve that is cautious, delayed, and understated to the true performance capabilities of your Tundra’s twin-turbo engine.
With drive-by-cable, you could directly command your engine’s performance depending upon your own man-and-machine input. With these computer programs, your will is buffered by technology. Many people opt to retune their ECUs to be more responsive and aggressive. But this often voids warranty! With newer vehicles running $60k+, this may be unwise.
Hence, the Pedal Commander®: a device that connects in-line between your vehicle’s pedal and ECU, altering the signal between the two to get you back as nearly as possible to that drive-by-cable instant feel and directness. The Pedal Commander® doesn’t flash your ECU – so you won’t lose your warranty – but it does remove all of the throttle lag, the delay, the cushiony softness, the sluggishness, the lack of life, verve, and elan. It reduces the felt distance between your will and the machine’s response.
Product Overview
I’m not one for packaging, but I’ve got to say that the Pedal Commander® comes in a really slick box. Seriously, it’s one that I may keep around to store other items. This shows attention to detail in their product development that is sure to transfer into the quality of the product itself.
In the box you get the Pedal Commander® itself wrapped in a nice plastic housing with a clip, sticky hook-and-loop enclosure, a cleaning wipe, zip ties, and a mini brochure. All around a well-packaged lineup.
Installation
Tools: None needed!
The install is a breeze. Unplug your Tundra’s pedal connecter, and plug in both connectors from the Pedal Commander®. Be sure that you hear the “click” sound to know that the connections are secure. You don’t want to be driving down the road and then suddenly lose your pedal to a loose connection!
If you plan to use the phone app to control the Pedal Commander®, you can store the control module out of the way. Personally, I don’t like to scroll through several phone apps while driving. So, I mounted the Pedal Commander® unit off to the side. Use the sticky hook-and-loop enclosure for mounting. Be sure to clean the surface with the alcohol wipe beforehand.
Buy Pedal Commander® for 3rd gen Tundra Down Below!
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