Areas We Address
DAILY MODE We have noticed that while in normal everyday mode that the transmission will move into 4th and 6 th gear really quickly around town with speeds as low as 30-38 mph this really lugs the engine and when trying to accelerate there is a pretty good delay to build boost and either downshift or accelerate. We can correct this by moving some shift strategies patterns around in all gears especially in 4th, 5th and 6th gears. Our calibrations will have emphasis on shifting at the right mph and rpm as to take advantage of the low torque that is available from the 3.5L V6 engine, while maintaining great fuel economy.
TOW/HAUL Mode Coasting or slowing down the downshifts don’t command soon enough to keep the RPM’s up in torque range and when back in throttle multiple downshifts may occur. Also keep in mind engine braking; a V6 engine has less braking that Ford’s past V8 engines, so a quick downshift for braking is required for owners that are going to tow heavy. We have recalibrated tow/haul mode strategies that enhances keeping the engine RPM’s elevated to take advantage of the torque band which will require less downshifting by optimizing gears 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th. We have also enhanced the down shift patterns to allow better engine braking with this V6 engine. All of our calibrations have this new tow/haul strategy except economy mode calibrations.
SPORT Mode is a fun mode in factory form but does not have much use in a daily drive except wide open throttle. We have an enhance shift pattern that allows you to take advantage of this sport mode to make use of it during your daily drive when you want both sport and fun with keeping some of your drive ability in mind. Upper gears 4th, 5th, 6th are much more driver friendly after tune.
Where do I find my ECU Strategy Code?
If using an SCT or Bully Dog Device: On your device under vehicle information, you will find your ECU Strategy Code. An example of an ECU Strategy Code is PKRK0R2.
Note: If your vehicle is a 2015+ we will also need your ECU SWPN (HL3A-14C204-BPH). For diesel applications we will also need your TCU Strategy (TPCL0HH) and TCU SWPN (HL3A-14C337-HH) in addition to your ECU Strategy and ECU SWPN.
If using an HP nGauge: Plug your nGauge into the OBD2 port the vehicle you intend to tune. Use the menu on your device to select TUNING, then proceed to select the PCM type and choose READ VEHICLE. Upon selecting “read” you will see a variety of vehicle options. Select your application vehicle such as: “2017 F150 Ecoboost 3.5L GTDI V6: PCM + TCM” “TC-277A 4M+TCM.”
If using an Diablo inTune or Trinity: For Diablo InTune & Trinity devices please follow the steps included with your device to acquire your stock upload file and last tune written file. The stock file will end in .frg and .grg and will include your needed vehicle information.
These enhanced calibrations can increase economy and are completely safe to tow/haul your vehicles manufactured recommend weight rating in any mode.
Enhanced Safe Power – Great Drive Ability – Good Economy is our goals with all of our custom maps.
Calibrations will enhance some if not all of these areas depending on Map/Tune developed.
● fuel
● boost
● drive by wire
● grill shutters
● cold/hot start idle
● idle drive
● variable cam
● shifting sport mode
● converter sport mode
● shifting normal mode
● converter normal mode
● shifting Tow/Haul mode
● converter Tow/Haul mode
● timing
● cruise/speed control
● variable speed fan
● speed limiters
● tire size
● axle ratio
CALIBRATIONS that are available for the F150 3.5L V6 are:
PERFORMANCE / TOW CALIBRATION
These are our number 1 tunes! They have great power and great drive ability while daily driving or towing factory weight ratings. Best all around tune for the F150 EcoBoost. (Can Tow Factory Weight Ratings with these Maps/Tunes)
87 Octane Performance/Tow
89 Octane Performance/Tow
91 Octane Performance/Tow
93 Octane Performance/Tow
PERFORMANCE ONLY
These tunes are about straight line Max Performance. Slightly firmer shifting and quick turbo response. Fun tune to drive daily.
91 Octane Performance
93 Octane Performance
TRANSMISSION CALIBRATION ONLY
These tunes have factory power levels with our custom transmission calibration. (Can Tow Factory Weight Ratings with these Maps/Tunes)
87 Octane Trans Tune Only
89 Octane Trans Tune Only
91 Octane Trans Tune Only
93 Octane Trans Tune Only
ECONOMY CALIBRATIONS
These tunes are for all out Economy and can Tow Factory Weight Ratings . Works well in an heavy in town environment on a daily basis or open highway.
87 Octane Economy
89 Octane Economy
91 Octane Economy
93 Octane Economy
We have developed an economy map/tune that keeps truck in vacuum while in town/traffic and while on highway steady state. But while at Wide Open Throttle (WOT) or stab the throttle has more power / torque to accelerate and tow as needed.
General specifications on our economy maps:
Depending on engine load & throttle 0-2000 rpms – vacuum – 2-4 psi boost
Depending on engine load & throttle 2000-3500 rpms – vacuum – 8-10 psi boost
Depending on engine load & throttle 5600 rpms – 12-13 psi boost
2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Products
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L EcoBoost Exhaust Manifolds (3)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 EB Side Steps (12)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost BOV's (3)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 EcoBoost Brake Upgrades & Kits (7)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Catch Cans (3)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Cold Air Intake (24)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Combo Kits (18)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Downpipes (7)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Drop-In Filters (4)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Email Tunes (6)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Exhaust Dual Exit (19)
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2015-2016 F150 3.5L V6 EcoBoost Exhaust Resonator Delete (14)