How to NOT ecoBOOM! Quick guide to ECOBOOST Longevity 

After owning my 2017 eco and seeing how reliable it has been up to 101k miles (knock on wood), I can say that these engines are reliable if taken care of! I have beat the living hell out of mine and it’s had no issues. I would definitely buy a second one and have been possibly eyeing a HPP Handling pack if I don’t go for a 5.0

Thanks. Great video. I'm about to buy a 2021 Ecoboost with 35k miles.

My 2015 ecoboost is at 120k miles and there hasn’t been any major problems with it thruoght its lifespan a more than reliable engine i would say still drive it everyday 😌

You are absolutely right on all fronts. You took care of all the possible reasons for the dreaded ecoboom.

I've been thinking about getting a Ecoboost mustang for a while, looked at one today. After reading these comments and seeing more videos, I'm having second thoughts. I was thinking "damn, i might buy that Ecoboost." Now I'm thinking "i swear to God, i can not afford an EcoBoom"... Maybe I'll get the V6. Edit: I bought a 2015 V6

Thanks for the info on oil and spark plugs. Makes sense

Thank for you’re videos, you are very helpful.

Vey well said, covered all points perfectly!

Even though I've owned my 2016 Ecoboost since August 2022 with it at 80,000mi (originally at 46,000mi, I got it), its always good to hear from others and see if what I'm doing is match what others say. I tend to make sure oil, coolant, and even the transmission (green at 120F) temp is all in the green, I treat the car like normal. I then tend to put it on the boost gauge to watch my boost, which I knew was going to be the bigger mystery to me. Good vid.

Bro this was amazing content! Looking forward to purchasing my first ecoboost soon 🤝🏽

Thanks for making this video Kirk!

I have a 2020 Mustang Ecoboost which i bought brand new. I have only 33,000 miles on it (I live very close to work). It's been a very very reliable motor for me. I use only high grade full synthetic oil and have it changed religiously. I love my Stang

I really love my 2.0 ecoboost in my edge. Bought it at 42000 miles. Have 175000 on it now.

this video is accurate. I own a '19 Ecoboost 6-speed with the Ecoboost Performance Package, Ford Performance intake and tune. using Shell 93 octane exclusively (or Chevron if there's no Shell station in the vicinity). Motorcraft full synthetic oil every 5k miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. "engine lugging" is driver error for sure.

Really like your HP, didn’t know about that option when I bought mine or would have considered it. The deal I went to didn’t have one on the lot.

I just bought a 2020 EcoBoost that only had 7K miles on it! an upgrade from my 2014 V6 although I'm getting about the same MPG's

The best way I found to avoid any major engine defects on any car I have owned is keep away from the oval emblem that says Ford on it!!!

How can I tell if the components you mentioned have been replace? Thanks.

I’m also on my 2nd eco 2020 and it’s running great with almost 70k miles!

My Silverado 2.7 turbo I4 has low rpm torque curve comes in at 1500 rpm,under very light throttle it will lug up a hill with out a down shift and no loss of speed, acts just like a Diesel.

If you finance a used one get the warranty I got mine at 29,000 miles - the engine block cracked, a cylinder was misfiring and my purge valve cracked. I saved so much money by getting the warranty, not paying anything. It’s a good daily commuter and very economical with decent performance mind you I never intend on “racing” 😂

when you get fuel about 1 gallon will be what the last person purchased so if you stop for a few gallons there's a good chance it will be 87

I have a 2015, and I feel the car so slow. Any idea ?

Where did you get the strut tower brace ?? Also the plastic gear shape piece next to the strut tower nuts ?

2:08thanks for this video! It’s great with a Lotta great info, question for this fuel sensor do you know what the correct good part number is? You mentioned to make sure you have the updated part… just fyi, my eco-boost is also a high-performance from 2022.

I bought mine with 92k for 15k after 2,000 miles started having all the ecoboom symptoms plus a piston ring issue

That is the same for you 2.3l Ranger guys pumping 87. NO, The 2.3l ecoboost is tunes done for 87 but they like 91-93. Your engine will thank you. I run E30 with a tune most of the time on my Ranger. She purrs and stays cool.

use good fuel and oil and change oil often. that's pretty much it.

My 2015 Mustang is completely stock and I always kept up with it. I had coolant intrusion and now I have to replace the entire engine.

I’ve been using the motocraft synthetic oil for my 2018 explorer limited. Should I switch to a better oil?

Where can I get the updated low pressure fuel sensor, and also, the revised part you showed right after that???

I have never understood why people with a turbo car don't downshift before getting on it. Drop it down a couple of gears and then you're right where the turbo is happy.

I need a link for everything you mentioned that would be awesome 🙏🏾

I have recently gotten a new 2021 ecoboost premium. Rest assured I am gonna well take care of it. Except the first part you mentioned (low pressure fuel sensor, Spark plugs, Evap module). Do you think there is need to replace them with newer part yet. i am not a car expert but will ford be able to do it for me and not charge me fortune? The fuel sensor I have read should be the one with notches on the front. Should I replace it yet.? Also about the carbon buildup. Can ford do something called walnut blast to cleanup the buildup or is that something I have to do on my own?. My car is still under factory warranty and also has extended that i bought with it to be on safe side. please let me know. Thanks

So ive been changing my oil with motorcraft synthetic blend thats not good enough i should get pennzoil instead ? I dont like castrol and i cant get amsoil in the autoparts where i live

You seem very knowledgeable. I have a 2021 ecoboost. It rattles when I turn on the A/C and when it’s idle. Any ideas? I have been using the cheapest gas and it’s all stock. It has 25k miles

This is excellent information, thank you! I bought a 2020 Eco Mustang with 4 miles on it, has 16K now. I’m 57 and hope it will be my last car, so wish I could speak with someone like you here in Texas to learn more. I checked the sensor P/N and it seems to be the correct one, but did not know about that other part so will check it. The spark plugs tip was completely new to me, so this weekend going to pull them and inspect. Do you think the Ford synthetic blend oil is acceptable? I’ve changed the oil at about 3,000 miles (so about four times now when oil monitor shows about 50% remaining life) and haven’t yet used the 45K points the dealer awarded at purchase, so have been taking to the dealer for the oil changes. I’d like to change it myself in time so will investigate the other oils you mention. I buy only premium fuel but have been getting it at Kroger fuel station because of the fuel points, but if you recommend other name brands like Shell, Chevron, etc. would be glad to know. Don’t plan to mod but would like a catch can, but not overly mechanical and don’t know if I can install it. The only thing I’d like to do in time is upgraded intercooler. Thanks again for the great info. New subscriber here.

I've got a 15 Ecoboost. My 10speed sounds like a bag of doritos if i floor it

What about turn it off immediately after the turbo was in high rep? Do you wait a bit before turning it off?

Why do you need wide open throttle? You roll lightly on the throttle like stepping on a plum.full throttle wastes fuel.

2020 Ford Explorer xlt 2.7 ecoboost with 57,000 miles. I got it brand new, zero issues so far. Worried about the overall longevity of the ecoboost. Should I change the spark plugs at 100k miles? Should I be ready to replace the transmission at 100k miles?….Haven’t watched the vid yet lol

Can you help me out… I’m getting only 12 mpg and I use cruise control a lot of my driving time… why so low and how could I fix that

Any car lasts long as long as their properly maintained. It's just that mustangs catches you with your pants down while driving

Great video! Do you have a tune on your ecoboost?

im having issue with my mustang eco 18. A noise thud comes and go from passenger side. My transmission hesitate to stop when it hits under 15 mph.

So I have this on my eco 2020 every time I put gas (93) it kind of vibrates (and kind of like it burps) idk of this is normal 🤨 but its every time I put gas on it after that it runs normal but idk if this is good or not

I have 64000km , almost 2 years no prob 1: 91 or higher fuel 2: race it at the track 3: put a K&N airfilter 4: delete your CAT 😉

I do have the bad habit of lugging the engine because I’m lazy and the car just has the power to overtake even in 6th gear on my manual 5.0.

What strut tower caps do you have?

Is it problematic running 91 octane gas with a 91 tune? I'm in California, so there's no 93 avaliable for me here 😢

Would it hurt putting 93 in a 2020 eco boost hpp? Or should I be putting 91 in

What if you use 93 premium on a stock car

Why is the v6 called ecoboost when theres no boost? Ive never understood that

I have a 2016 tuned and modded to the moon, the engine blew up at 82K you want it to be reliable. Leave it alone. Maintain it often and it will treat you right there are cars out there with 200k but stock so take care of them. I got forged internals and ARP headstuds and a bunch of goodies plan on rebuilding it soon

You never said what the part is called at 2;05. What is it?

I just bought a fiesta 2018, will it boom on me? 😢

What do you think about liquid Molly full synthetic for this car that’s what I’ve been running for a while

lol have you checked the condition of your valves yet? 😆 your model doesn’t have port injection

You were doing great with your gas explanation until you said topped of with E-85. Just stick to the 93, so the computers doesn’t get used to higher than 93…even if it adapts quickly, would confuse things than they already were by the previous gas station

Are you kidding? The four cylinder design 2015+ is absolutely dreadful!!

The best way is don't buy an eco BUST!

My 2023 eco is in the shop currently, only 5k miles :/ My drivetrain gave-out

Jesus, bro, all this just to avoid the engine exploding on you? Nah, I was thinking of buying an EcoBoost, but now I see that would be a mistake. Like, I get it, every car needs care, yes, but I bet a new GT or even a used one wouldn't need this much care just for it to have some longevity.

People that drive with a heavy foot on the throttle deserve to have a ECO Boom!

Ok, the fact that you're saying these motors need maintenance at intervals other cars brands don't, just tells me these ecoboost engines aren't worth having in any context.

Dude, you gotta get the hands out of the view. It’s annoying AF

No such thing as a ecoboost v6

I have a 2015, and I feel the car so slow. Any idea ?