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Old Feb 5, 2017 | 04:30 AM
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PCM Software update

Any experience with updated PCM mapping/software?

i have a 2004 5.4 and wondering if I can ask the stealership for a newer version as I'm scheduled for a recall anyways.

so any improvements in fuel economy or accel response?
 
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Old Feb 7, 2017 | 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by MoeDaMaster
Any experience with updated PCM mapping/software?

i have a 2004 5.4 and wondering if I can ask the stealership for a newer version as I'm scheduled for a recall anyways.

so any improvements in fuel economy or accel response?

It's quite possible that if you've had your van in for service with a Ford dealership in the last 13 years it's already been flashed with an updated strategy without them even asking you. Otherwise, the answer is yes. They can do it but will likely charge some labor for a 2 minute process. Not sure about any performance/mileage gains on the 5.4.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2017 | 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted by 6.0Vanman
It's quite possible that if you've had your van in for service with a Ford dealership in the last 13 years it's already been flashed with an updated strategy without them even asking you. Otherwise, the answer is yes. They can do it but will likely charge some labor for a 2 minute process. Not sure about any performance/mileage gains on the 5.4.
thanks for the reply. The van is located in Germany and used to be an US marines vehicle in Italy, so it's not likely it has been updated.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2017 | 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by MoeDaMaster
thanks for the reply. The van is located in Germany and used to be an US marines vehicle in Italy, so it's not likely it has been updated.

You might want to look into custom tuning than just simply taking the latest Ford flash. Might see better gains that way. Here's one option: Got a 5.4L V8? - 5 Star Tuning
 
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Old Feb 7, 2017 | 07:06 PM
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You might want to look into custom tuning than just simply taking the latest Ford flash. Might see better gains that way. Here's one option: Got a 5.4L V8? - 5 Star Tuning
It sure made a difference on my van
 
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