Engine remapping alters or replaces the existing software in the cars engine control unit ecu, this changes how it performs and can remove any restrictions the standard ecu has on the vehicle. Technical centre for the ford zetec engine, information on fitting them to rwd escorts etc, modification and tuning. We were impressed with how compact this engine is and after inspecting this engine we saw the power potential was huge so we set out developing it and we were not to be disappointed. The article is actually based on tuning the ford fiesta zetec s but the article below is an extract of the engine tuning part of this guide. Ford zetec e tuning guide the name zetec is pretty confusing because its now used by ford as a badge on the back to describe a level of trim. Hdfx control maps have been added to allow advanced tuning of cam timing and options to select the current hdfx mode. The modern 16valve dohc forms a good basis for tuning. Tuning the zetec page 1 last on march 28 2017 zetec 2.
Compare that to tuning a traditional ford engine such as a pinto. This site brings you information on my mygale msjecoboost vvti g20 formula ford, the sports libre mk1 fiesta that i sold in 2015, the zetec and duratec engine conversions, ford ecoboost tuning, engine management systems, fuel injection, vehicle wiring, suspension, brakes etc etc. This unit features double overhead camshaft valve gear, 4 cylinder layout, and 4 valves per cylinder. Impressive performance engines having built and modified successfully ford zetec engines since they evolved we turned to the then new ford 1. Im tempted to run some torco sr1 5w30 in my 2003 focus with zetec dohc 2. Here at celtic tuning we have developed a full range of ford ecu remapping and chip tuning services for old and new models alike. The ford zetec is the main stream engine of the 90s and is found in the contour, mondeo in eu, escort and focus. Torco sr1 4 liters i ran some mobil 1 0w20 synthetic back in 2007, and it leaked out the valve cover and some other places after some hard driving. Accesstuner pro hl is engine tuning software created for professional tuning shops. The page says it fits the zx3zx5, but may fit other applications with minor modification. Throughout our website and catalog these terms are used for identification purposes only. But above all peter will not allow any product carrying the raceline name and performance engineered logo to be sold until he is satisfied that it has been comprehensively tested.
Tts are proud to announce its new supercharger kit to fit on the ford 2. This engine software is largely responsible for the behaviour of the ford focus 1. Perhaps my post concentrated on the zetec because that engine is very much my current project i know it is a very extreme example but in the caterham csr there is a 2. The first thing to do, as with most production engines, is to get yourself a good.
If you can make the engine breath easier and more efficient youll see little increase in the butt dyno other than that. Jamie king fast ford magazine many people, including me, rave about how the good the little 1. Ford ecu remap ford chip tuning ford performance ford dpf. Welcome to protune your race and engine tuning specialists. Hey guys, i have a focus 2 litre zetec i was seeing if anyone had come across any effective tuning mods to the engine, i already have a full ashley competition exhaust system cat back. Ford range, including the bmax, connect, connect, cougar, fiesta, fiesta. Dunnell engines duratec and zetec engines and components for road and race dunnell engines ford duatec, ford zetec engines supplies of ford components for the road and motor sport.
Synthetic oil in the zetec engine focus fanatics forum. Car remapping the ultimate engine tuning guide amd tuning. Large production volumes ensure good availability and low parts cost. The ford ecoboost tuning suite contains a wide range of maps for injection timing and split ratio, as well as injector scaling and limit maps.
Maxxecu downloads mtune pc software, mdash android app, basemaps and manuals. It comes in various displacements, but the 2 ltr is popular in the us. It offers a simplified way of putting together all of the. The zetec engine in my opinion suffers from severe strangulation of the inlet system, so just adding a throttle body will release power. Let us show you common engine configurations in northern america below. The name of this engine will confuse everyone because its an example of fords multiname units. Celtic tunings ford tuning is custom developed inhouse which enables us to tailor it to your requirements and provide the best solutions on the market. It didnt do its weirdness whereby the boot opens, or the alarm goes off, or the hazard lights go on. Sct proracer advantage iii ford tuning software software only advantage iii ford custom tuning softwarekey features. Vudu rear engine mount ford fiesta st 180 ford fiesta 1.
Find out how our chip tuning software can transform your ford. Zetec tuning talk morgan morgan sports car discussion. All you need to know about tuning the ford zetec engine torquecars. And, if all you wanted was a good high powered plant, you could do the dirty and switch to hnda power then all youd need is only around five grand for a basic vtech unit.
Tuning the 1800 zetec page 1 general gassing pistonheads. Steeda carries a large selection of tuning parts for the ford focus. On top of this, theres a smaller capacity zetec described elsewhere plus, late zetecs were made to look like the latest duratecs. This engine shares its bore and stroke dimensions with the 2valve cvh engine. The following zetec engine kits are designed for customers who have sourced their own ford zetec engine and have a pair of 4045dcoe carburettors. This mornings attempt were slightly different in that each time i pressed the go button, the car turned over the same amount times and then just stopped.
Its powered courtesy of a naturally aspirated engine of 1. It was the first engine to use a plastic intake manifold. It develops 100 bhp 101 ps75 kw of power at 6000 rpm. Tuning modern gdi engines is about so much more than just afr, spark and boost. Gift cards about steeda ford performance parts steeda parts. Performance figures are based on the 2000cc engine, however, the kits also apply to 1600cc and 1800cc engines. Car remapping the ultimate engine tuning guide what is remapping a car.
Celtic tunings ford ecu remap will provide a whole host of benefits. Curiously, although the engine really is based on the zetec unlike the predecessor of the current cr3 formula one engine which simply used the zetec name ford insist the rally engine is in fact called the duratec engine, not zetec. For a typical daily driver should ideally to match your bhp range to your usage of. The stage 1 car produces more power and more torque at any point in the rev range. This engine software is largely responsible for the behaviour of the ford fiesta 1. Ford motor company used the zetec name on a variety of inline 4cylinder automobile engines. Having the same bellhousing bolt pattern means that they are compatible with existing ford four cylinder engine types and indeed are a direct replacement for the ageing ford. Ford designed the zeta to share some parts with other ford engine developments at the time, including the smaller sigma i4 and larger duratec v6. Guide to performance tuning the zetec engine from ford. Is there any cheap mods anybody knows of that will give me hp gains list name price and difficulty of installation please. Raceline products are superbly designed and expertly manufactured, using the best available materials and methods, to ensure total customer satisfaction.
Zetec component kits carbs the following zetec engine kits are designed for customers who have sourced their own ford zetec engine and have a pair of 4045dcoe carburettors. To get in excess of 200 bhp youd need eight grandplus. Sct proracer advantage iii ford tuning software software. I have replaced the egr valve the idle air control valve the pcv valve and the hose that smooshes shut that goes to the pcv. I was wonder what difficultly level is, if i were to get the 2. Dunnell engines duratec and zetec engines and components.
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