Ford: EcoBoost Engines, Programmable By Ford Racing
By Mike Garcia
Ford made an announcement that they’re offering ECU maps for their Ecoboost series. The best part? Not only do they enhance performance, but they are still covered under manufacturer warranty.
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Ford Racing is developing custom engine calibrations for the all-new Mustang 2.3-liter EcoBoost, with a product expected on the market by the end of 2015.
- Ford now offers EcoBoost® engines in all of its high-performance nameplates – from Fiesta ST to Mustang – making room for a new kind of aftermarket tuning
- Modifying engine performance can be accomplished with hand-held programmers that adjust several engine parameters
- Adjusting engine control unit programming can result in performance gains of up to 90 lb.-ft. of torque in cars like Focus ST
Ford’s award-winning EcoBoost® engine lineup not only has great EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings, it is also becoming a favorite family of engines in the performance tuning community.
Advanced EcoBoost technology includes direct injection, variable cam timing and turbocharging that, together, offer excellent power density and EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings straight from the factory. In the hands of engine tuning experts, tweaking these attributes can result in tremendous gains in horsepower and torque output, at an inexpensive price tag.
A programming handset from Ford Racing offers a perfect example of the tuning possibilities. For Focus ST’s 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine and Fiesta ST’s 1.6-liter EcoBoost, Ford Racing offers ProCal, which any performance enthusiast can purchase at FordRacing.com for $595. Plug the device into the car’s diagnostic link connector port in the driver’s side footwell to tap into the many aspects of the car’s performance – anything from throttle response characteristics or idle speed, to turbo wastegate control, to fuel curves and spark timing.
By working with respected turbocharging engine experts from around the world including Mountune and Full-Race Motorsports, Ford is demonstrating a commitment to a new breed of forced-induction performance. Expect to see more exciting new options from Ford Racing in the near future.
[2014. Ford. A New Breed of Performance Starts With Ford Ecoboost Engines. [Press Release] via http://www.newspressusa.com/public/ViewPressRelease.aspx?pr=44071&pr_ref=4566]