Just got a new Ecoboost Premium PP, What should I know?

[Falcon01]

As a new owner, this is my first mustang and turbo and RWD car. It is a stick. Is there any tips or tricks or information I should know to keep the car running well, etc.? I've read the owners manual and read the forums quite a bit.



This is what I have so far. Please add anything useful that I missed.

• Do not use summer tires below 40 degrees, get a dedicated winter set
  
• Don't accelerate too much in a high gear as it can cause LSPI
• Take out clutch assistance spring
  

That's basically it. I will update the list as people add to it.



So far, I love my car! :ford:

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[NWs550]

Check for TSB's(technical service bulletins) from Ford for any warranty work needed. Keep up on your maintenance. Drive it like you stole it.

Grats!

 

[Ecoboosted]

Just do a lot of reading and get yourself educated. Since you have the 4 cylinder read the EB threads to learn more about your motor and future modifications if you plan on any http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=67 Good luck and welcome to your first Mustang!!!

 

[S5fiddy]

congrats breh! I hope to get mine soon! Post pics of it man! Enjoy it, im on the same boat. First Mustang, & RWD. But these cars are so advanced that basic cleaning, maintenance, and common sense is all it takes to keep these going smooth. Again CONGRATS!

 

[Falcon01]

If it's pictures you want, it's pictures you shall get

It has over 120 miles on it now. Im becoming much smoother, but am seriously contemplating taking out the clutch assistance spring.

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[khaosryder]

It has over 120 miles on it now. Im becoming much smoother, but am seriously contemplating taking out the clutch assistance spring.

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Do it, stock is the worst clutch feel I've every tried.

 

[Falcon01]

Do it, stock is the worst clutch feel I've every tried.

Ya, I'll probably end up doing that tomorrow.


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[Khyber]

Lspi is a veloster turbo issue or gdi engine issue. Not a ford. Ford knows how to avoid it especially on focus st. Also don't be afraid to accelerate lol it's a mustang!

You can use those tires below 40 but your in a snow area so that sucks your need different tires yay for living in south!

 

[PRG3k]

Nice ride! I have pretty much the same configuration.

 

[Lord Thunder]

Do it, stock is the worst clutch feel I've every tried.

I seriously don't understand the gripes you guys in the US are having with the clutch. It's the smoothest and arguably the easiest clutch I've ever had. :shrug:

 

[whirledpeaz]

Congratulations! Man, I'm really digging that Sync 3

 

[whirledpeaz]

As a new owner, this is my first mustang and turbo and RWD car. It is a stick. Is there any tips or tricks or information I should know to keep the car running well, etc.? I've read the owners manual and read the forums quite a bit.



This is what I have so far. Please add anything useful that I missed.

• Do not use summer tires below 40 degrees, get a dedicated winter set
  
• Don't accelerate too much in a high gear as it can cause LSPI
• Take out clutch assistance spring
  

That's basically it. I will update the list as people add to it.



So far, I love my car! :ford:

Here's a great thread to read about Ford and GTDI:
http://www.focusst.org/forum/focus-st-performance/31487-low-speed-pre-ignition-lspi.html

 

[Brendan688]

congrats! It's beautiful

 

[mpwillis]

Congrats! Great looking car. I too have EB PP but a vert. Love it! I haven't done so, but many in the EB group installed a catch-can as early as they could. Also haven't done so yet, due to some concern over the warrantee, but a tune is a great addition for this car. As earlier advised, do a deep dive into the 2.3 forums. Great car and great community. BTW, one addition I did do is my "2.3T" badge - great conversation starter. Enjoy your car - tons of fun as is.

 

[Anthony 05 GT]

I seriously don't understand the gripes you guys in the US are having with the clutch. It's the smoothest and arguably the easiest clutch I've ever had. :shrug:

I'd guess you would have to remove the spring to understand the point. The clutch will feel more natural with graduated pressure as the pedal stroke is taken. It results in a more natural feel or more predictable during gear changes.

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