3.5 EcoBoost Coking Issue
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From: Lewisberry, Penn
I haven't seen it come up as an issue either. Adding induction cleaning to the list of maintenance isn't so bad considering the engine oil can last 10k if you are finding come buildup. Frankly that sounds like you've already got the solution and just don't like it. You can probably buy the same product yourself and run it through at a fraction of the cost the dealer offers it for. I love old machines and how you can get them running after years of use, and then dormancy, but it's simply the the nature of the modern powerplants. I doubt anyone will get excited about barn finds in the future.
FWIW I see plenty of customers and folks on the forum with nearly and over 200k with nothing but oil changes. What we won't know for awhile is will the ones that only get 5000 gentle miles a year make it for the long haul. Frankly that's neither Fords, nor the EPAs intent for the lifespan of modern vehicles.
FWIW I see plenty of customers and folks on the forum with nearly and over 200k with nothing but oil changes. What we won't know for awhile is will the ones that only get 5000 gentle miles a year make it for the long haul. Frankly that's neither Fords, nor the EPAs intent for the lifespan of modern vehicles.
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I haven't seen it come up as an issue either. Adding induction cleaning to the list of maintenance isn't so bad considering the engine oil can last 10k if you are finding come buildup. Frankly that sounds like you've already got the solution and just don't like it. You can probably buy the same product yourself and run it through at a fraction of the cost the dealer offers it for.
We talked with an automotive expert who confirmed what the video explains: Forced-induction chemicals cause a reaction that increases the temperature around the turbochargers leading to premature failure. A single turbo can cost thousands to replace.
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I'm not doubting the possibility, and Ford isn't my best source on things, but call me crazy and saying that I don't really trust the internet for all my fact finding. Why would the Ecoboost be special in this, considering Ecoboost isn't even all the same family of motors (video in example is a 2.0 Explorer...), it's just a sticker Ford puts on it's turbos..... The article seems to imply it's a problem mostly with improper application (since they signal that out). Also phrases like "don't recommend" is significantly different than "recommend not to use", so the article is written with a bias. Again, not saying it's competently wrong, but I can't use it as anything more than a story to look into.
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Nope, nope, nope! I wouldn't let that stuff anywhere near my engine, and I wouldn't recommend you do it either.
https://www.google.com/search?q=ford...hrome&ie=UTF-8
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I'm approaching 75K miles on mine and she's performing as she should.
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OP...
FORD isn't going to do anything...other than clean the valves. It is an ADDED item of service for a GDI engine.
OBTW: This is not a FORD issue, but a GDI issue affecting all Manufacturers that use the technology.
As already mentioned...FORD is addressing the issue in the 3.5L Gen 2 2017 motor. Logically, FORD should be doing this to all the Eco line engine in the near future.
For an immediate cure to your issue...try this:
--- OR ----
Owners with GDI engines must be proactive in the cure. Good luck.
biz
FORD isn't going to do anything...other than clean the valves. It is an ADDED item of service for a GDI engine.
OBTW: This is not a FORD issue, but a GDI issue affecting all Manufacturers that use the technology.
As already mentioned...FORD is addressing the issue in the 3.5L Gen 2 2017 motor. Logically, FORD should be doing this to all the Eco line engine in the near future.
For an immediate cure to your issue...try this:
--- OR ----
Owners with GDI engines must be proactive in the cure. Good luck.
biz
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From: Isanti, MN
Originally Posted by biz4two
OP...
FORD isn't going to do anything...other than clean the valves. It is an ADDED item of service for a GDI engine.
FORD isn't going to do anything...other than clean the valves. It is an ADDED item of service for a GDI engine.
If this is a valve buildup issue, it would be the first one I've ever heard about on a 3.5L EB.
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