I've read a few threads recently on various Mazda forums/boards about improving throttle response in Mazda 2.3l & 2.5l engines by grounding the throttle body. The results people report run the gamut from incredible to snake oil, which is naturally off-putting to someone like myself who isn't really into modding my cars (especially a Mazda5). That said, it seems like the $5 for a battery cable (or 8g wire and ring connectors) and the couple minutes it would take to do this warrants an experiment.
So, does the idea of grounding the throttle body to increase throttle response have some sort of legitimate merit? Or is it a "ricer" placebo effect? Mind you, I'm not looking for incredible results; rather, anything that helps w/throttle lag in these drive-by-wire A/T's would be awesome.
Also, any negatives associated w/doing this (if it indeed works)?
Appreciate any comments!
M_C
So, does the idea of grounding the throttle body to increase throttle response have some sort of legitimate merit? Or is it a "ricer" placebo effect? Mind you, I'm not looking for incredible results; rather, anything that helps w/throttle lag in these drive-by-wire A/T's would be awesome.
Also, any negatives associated w/doing this (if it indeed works)?
Appreciate any comments!
M_C