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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 09:56 AM
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06 expy sluggish

Just took delivery of new 06 Expy Limited. It seems sluggish as compared to my 03 XLT. same rear ends (3.73). This is suprising to me based on 300 HP vs. 260 in the 03. Any ideas?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 01:04 PM
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the 06 has DBW the 03 was still the cable style. have you tried reseting the computer?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 04:54 PM
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Ok, I'm not sure what you are talking abt. Forgive my ignorance, whats DBW and how do I reset the computer?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 05:45 PM
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DBW is "Drive By Wire", Ford no longer uses a throttle cable to open or close the throttle, the switch in the pedal sends a signal to the "Computer" to adjust the throttle...

To reset the Computer, turn the Headlights on, and Disconnect the Battery overnight...
 
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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 05:49 PM
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Ok, I'm not sure what you are talking abt. Forgive my ignorance, whats DBW and how do I reset the computer?
DBW stands for "Drive By Wire" meaning there is no throttle cable, just a sensor on the acelerator pedal and when you press on the pedal it sends a signal to the motor that operates the throttle body. To reset your computer, just disconnect the negative cable from your battery, press the brake pedal a few times (get's rid of any energy still in the computer) and wait roughly 15-30 minutes then reattach the battery cable. Hope this helps
 
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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 07:54 PM
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Thanks STRONGNUFF. I tried it and it worked. Low end pull is considerably better. It now feels as strong if not stronger than the 03. Does the computer have to relearn the throttle inputs through the sensors. If so, how long does it take to program?
 
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