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Old 01-31-2006, 08:18 PM
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Default Resetting the DBW?

I remember there being a list of steps to reset the DBW throttle system or something. Am I way off, or could someone please enlighten me on how to go about that....TIA
Old 01-31-2006, 08:35 PM
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Default Turn the key to 'on' position...

and hold the accelrator pedal down for about 10-15 sec...
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thank you.
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What does resetting the DBW do for the car?
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Default Supposedly, it resets the DBW learned parameters back to the default settings.

The DBW programs is supposed to modify itself based on your driving style. Thus if you drive conservatively, you may not get max performance when you ask for it. Some members doubt the effectiveness or necessity of the reset.
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does this only influence acceleration? What about steering (servotronic)?
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Default Just did it and took the car for a short blast.....

It feels better, more responsive. Or it could just be in my head. I'll have to drive it a litte more.
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np.
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Default It's not in your head..

the dbw "learns" how you drive, and resetting it erases that..
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Took it out for lunch, feels like a different car. I wish I knew out about this a year ago.


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