By Today we’re going to be doing an installation of the Turbonetics Precision Turbo 11910 Turbo Swap on the 2.3L Ford Mustang EcoBoost.
If you’d like to learn more about the Precision Turbo kit, please check out our Product Spotlight video, and the article HERE. And of course when you’re shopping for the Precision Turbo 11910 and any other modifications, shop at www.motoroso.com, where you can reach us on Live Chat, or call us toll free at 1.833.MOTOROSO (1.833.668.6767).
Our Early Reaction to The EcoBoost Mustang
I have to admit that the first time I heard Ford was going to put a four-cylinder turbo into a Mustang, I thought it was sacrilege. Nothing can replace the sound of a Coyote V8. But as is usual with the inevitable march of technology, and Ford’s engineering prowess, the EcoBoost has proven to be a fantastic platform! Some people are out there doing really extensive mods and getting 600-700 horsepower, impressive! But with even bolt-on mods, this platform can be pushed to over 500 horsepower. And one of the best ways to get there is through the Precision 11910 turbo kit, which we’re going to be installing now.
Precision Turbo 11910 Ford Mustang EcoBoost 2.3L Installation Guide Video
Precision Turbo 11910 Ford Mustang EcoBoost 2.3L Installation Steps
Tools
– 1/2″ drive ratchet
– 3/8″ drive ratchet
– 7, 8, 10, 13, 15mm Sockets
– Assorted pliers
– 35mm Torx socket
Step 1 – Prep and cold piping disassembly
– Disconnect Battery with 10mm socket
– Remove PCV rubber line quick disconnect style fitting
– Remove Blow off valve recirculation line from the intake going into the blowoff valve
– Remove Intake: first from the turbo side, then the filter side which is 2 clamps
– Remove cold side Intercooler piping 2x 10mm clamps
– Disconnect BOV vacuum line to finish removing the intercooler pipe
Step 2 – Removing the thermoregulation bits
– Remove Actuator vacuum lines (3) for the turbo waste
– Remove intercooler coupler from turbo
– Remove (2) coolant lines (8mm)
– Remove oil feed line (8mm)
– Remove oil drain line (10mm)
Step 3 – Exhaust bits
– Disconnect O2 sensor for extra movement of the exhaust
– Disconnect downpipe bolts (2) 15mm bolts
– Disconnect (2) 13mm bolts for the catalytic converter support
– Separate the downpipe from the turbo
Step 4 – Removal // Get that thing out of there!!
– Remove top two bolts (13mm) on heat shield that also hold turbo to the head
– Remove harmonic balancer from engine mount
– Remove single bolt (8mm) holding heat shield to turbo
– Remove bottom two (13mm) mounting bolts for turbo
– Remove Turbo by pulling straight away from block
Step 5 – Installation Prep
– Install new studs for down pipe into turbo
– Prep new turbo studs to go into cylinder head with lock tight
– Install Turbo onto studs against new turbo gasket on cylinder head
Step 6 – Installation of Turbo
– Upon installing turbo tighten bottom bolts to 37 ft/lbs
– Re-Install heat shield to turbo
– Tighten top two (13mm) bolts @ 37ft/lbs
– Re-Install harmonic balancer to engine mount
Step 7 – Exhaust bits go back in
– Re-install DP with new gasket and Tq to 30ft/lbs
– O2 sensor reconnect
– Re-install CAT support bracket (2) 13mm bolts to 18ft/lbs
Step 8 – Thermoregulation Parts Re-install
– Re-install oil drain (single 10mm) @89in/lbs
– Add small amount of oil to turbo for good measure
– Re-install oil feed line @ 89in/lbs (all 8mm)
– Re-install coolant lines (2) @89in/lbs
– Install new coupler to turbo inlet face
Step 9 – The Home Stretch
– Re-install vacuum lines to waste gate actuator
– Re-install intercooler pipe
– Re-install BOV hose
– Reinstall intake
– Re-install PCV and BOV hoses
Step 10 – Bolt and Fluids Check
– Do a bolt check on everything!
– Check coolant and oil levels!
– Double check and add fluids as needed
– Reconnect Battery
Step 11 – Start up and check for leaks oil/coolant/boost
CONGRATULATIONS! You’ve got a new turbo in your Mustang! When you’re shopping for the Precision Turbo 11910 and any other modifications, shop at www.motoroso.com, where you can reach us on Live Chat, or call us toll free at 1.833.MOTOROSO (1.833.668.6767).
