The 3.2L 5-cylinder Ford Ranger (PX1, PX2, and PX3) is an absolute workhorse, but its heavy-displacement 3.2L Duratorq TDCi engine is notoriously held back by factory electronic throttle dampening. In standard trim, the lazy communication between the fly-by-wire pedal sensor, the variable-geometry turbocharger, and emissions mapping creates a pronounced, sluggish "dead zone" at initial pedal tip-in.
This latency causes a heavy, non-responsive hesitation when taking off from a standstill, flat spots when jumping into gaps at roundabouts, and a frustrating delay when trying to overtake highway traffic while hauling a heavy 3.5-tonne caravan, horse float, or work trailer.
The EliteDrive Smart Stealth completely overwrites this factory lag. By recalibrating the throttle sensor mapping, it sharpens signal delivery to unleash immediate, linear throttle response the exact millisecond you touch the pedal—making your Ranger feel hundreds of kilograms lighter on its feet, even when fully loaded with tools or a canopy.
The PX-series Ranger interior evolved into a highly refined tech space, especially in high-spec Wildtrak, FX4, and XLT models. Don't ruin those clean dashboard lines by sticking a cheap, plastic aftermarket screen module to your trim or draping exposed cables across your center console. The Smart Stealth is engineered specifically for owners who demand elite throttle fine-tuning with a 100% invisible, hidden footprint.
The Install: The ultra-compact module plugs in and hides completely out of sight behind your lower footwell trim panels, right above the accelerator pedal assembly.
The Control: Your smartphone is the command center, utilizing high-speed, encrypted Bluetooth connectivity.
Your Cockpit, Your Theme: Tailor the mobile app interface to complement your Ranger's interior instrumentation. Cycle through 3 distinct interface options (Radial, Vertical, or Grid layouts) and choose between 3 premium color profile presets (Blue, White, or Crimson Red) to match your factory dashboard lighting.
81 Possible Driving Experiences: Features 9 core engineering modes—including Race, Tow, iAuto, and Economy—with 9 individual tiers of sensitivity adjustments for each. This gives you 81 precision calibration maps to dial in your exact tire sizing (perfect for correcting larger 33" or 35" mud terrains), payload distribution, or off-road terrain.
Rumble Mode: Personalize your vehicle's stationary presence. Fine-tune and adjust your engine's stationary idle note directly via the smartphone interface to give that unique 5-cylinder engine note a deeper tone (Stationary idle sound tuning only).
Encrypted Anti-Theft Lock: Turn your smartphone into a digital asset immobilizer. Completely cut the accelerator pedal signal with an encrypted personal PIN code via the app. Even if an intruder gains cabin entry or clones your key, the pedal remains completely dead until you securely authorize it through your phone.
100% Plug & Play: Installs in under 5 minutes. Plugs directly into your factory inline Ford pedal harness. No tools required, no wire slicing, and zero diagnostic scanner footprint left behind for dealership servicing.
Precision PX Platform Fitment: Explicitly engineered for the Ford Ranger PX1, PX2, and PX3 platforms from 2012 up to the end of the 3.2L run in 2022.
100% Powertrain Calibration: Optimally mapped and firmware-calibrated for the 3.2L 5-Cylinder Turbo Diesel (Duratorq TDCi | 147kW / 470Nm) engine configuration.
Transmission Integration: Developed to interface flawlessly with Ford’s 6-speed automatic and manual transmissions without disrupting factory shift logic, altering low-range transfer settings, or triggering fault codes.
Trim Level Coverage: Precision matched across all spec configurations including XL, XLS, XLT, FX4, Sport, and Wildtrak.
30-Day Risk-Free Trial: Test it on your heavy towing routes, open highways, or local remote tracks for 30 days. If it doesn't completely transform your Ranger’s driving dynamics, return it for a clean, full refund. No questions asked.
3-Year Warranty: Backed by a full manufacturer warranty with a 100% structural replacement policy.
Fast Dispatch: Dispatched same or next business day via Express shipping from our local logistics hub.
Download the App: Search for the EliteDrive "Smart Throttle" App on the Google Play or Apple App Store.
Note: Please ensure you download the current app version; do not download the discontinued version 1.0.
How does it work? Your EliteDrive Throttle Controller sharpens and re-indexes the output signal curve from the pedal assembly to the factory ECU, bringing your 470Nm of torque on significantly sooner in the rev range. It hooks up directly to the inline pedal harness—no OBDII port interface required.
Is it difficult to set up the Phone App? No, it's incredibly simple. Download the free app, connect the Smart Stealth module to your pedal assembly, turn the vehicle's ignition to the ON position (engine off), and hold down the throttle pedal for 5 seconds to sync. It will auto-pair seamlessly every time you open the app thereafter.
Does EliteDrive increase horsepower? No. It does not alter fuel rail pressure maps, injection timing, or factory turbo boost targets. It works by optimizing the delivery curve of your existing factory power, providing crisp, effortless acceleration and eliminating that classic 3.2L take-off lag.
Is it compatible with custom ECU flashes, tuners, or Power Chips? Yes. EliteDrive operates perfectly alongside aftermarket DPF-back exhaust systems, power chips, and custom ECU re-flashes. The ability to fine-tune throttle responsiveness on the fly provides a massive driving advantage even on highly modified or tuned engines.
Is this compatible with advanced off-road electronic modes? Yes, completely. Our engineering firmware integrates perfectly with Ford's traction control, electronic diff locks, and hill descent control without triggering diagnostic fault codes or check engine lights.
1x EliteDrive Smart Throttle Module with vehicle-specific Ford Ranger 3.2L harness
2x Industrial cable ties for a clean, secure, out-of-sight installation
Step-by-step operating and syncing instructions
30-day money-back guarantee & 3-year warranty registration card
Buy Today and enjoy a whole new way of driving your Ford Ranger 3.2L.