2011-2014 Ford F150 EcoBoost SCT Performance Livewire Tuner TS+ & 5 Star Custom Tunes | S3MTUNE-KIT18

Name: 2011-2014 F150 3.5L EcoBoost SCT Livewire TS+ Tuner with 5 Star Custom Tunes
Brand: 5 Star Tuning
SKU: 5015+(2011-2014 F150 3.5L EB)
Price: 719.96 USD
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2011-2014 F150 3.5L EcoBoost SCT Livewire TS+ Tuner with 5 Star Custom Tunes

SKU 5015+(2011-2014 F150 3.5L EB)

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Highlights:

Powerful 5 Star custom tunes on an SCT Livewire monitor (Up To 75HP & 100 lb-ft.)
Includes up to five 5 Star tunes and SCT canned tunes
Our best 3.5L ecoboost tuner / programmer
Adds huge power and torque gains to your truck
Can compensate for powerful performance mods
Livewire features adjustable options, including tire size
Easy custom tuning process
Stores stock file for troubleshooting
Backed by optional Stage 3 Powertrain Warranties

Complete SCT Livewire Tuner and Custom Tune Package

5 Star's custom tuning provides your 2011 to 2014 F150's 3.5L EcoBoost V6 with some of the best bang-for-your-buck power gains on the market. This simple, hassle-free package can have your truck churning out massive levels of power and drastically improve its shifting. Your truck's two turbochargers make around 14 to 16 psi of boost pressure from the factory. 5 Star turns up your turbos so that they're spitting out up 18 to 20 psi of boost while adjusting your engine's fuel curves and ignition timing to take full advantage of all the extra air. The end result is loads more horsepower and torque that pairs with revised transmission tuning so that your truck drives beautifully and quickly in whatever application you have in mind. You get your choice of up to five 5 Star Custom Tunes, as well as SCT's canned performance tunes on your Livewire TS+ device.

Select Tunes by Octane and Performance

5 Star's tunes can turn up your 2011 to 2014 F150 EcoBoost's boost pressure while adjusting its fuel curves, ignition timing, fan control, and a ton of other variables so that your aggressive 2011 to 2014 F150 build makes huge amounts of horsepower and torque. 5 Star's custom tuning even takes into account tire size, drivetrain, and axle ratio so that your F150 operates perfectly with your choice of tune. 5 Star's custom tunes are available in several variations for 87, 89, 91, or 93 octane gasoline to give you a wide range of tuning options.

5 Star's custom tunes offer a huge increase in both horsepower and torque all the way through your F150's rev range. The power increase is coupled with heavily revised shift points and shift pressures to make your truck feel much more responsive with better low-end grunt and pulling power. Even 5 Star's 87 octane tunes can provide a massive increase in torque, especially in the lower reaches of the RPM range, where the stock tune falls flat and can suffer from noticeable turbo lag. The huge difference in torque and horsepower at 2500 rpm gives your 2011 to 2014 EcoBoost more pulling power for towing, hauling, or rocking around off-road. While there is a larger drop-off in horsepower in the upper RPM ranges than the stock tuning, you still end up with more peak horsepower than the factory tune.

SCT devices and software are only compatible with Microsoft Windows computers

Off-Road Exhaust Systems: 5 Star can no longer provide custom tuning for off-road exhaust systems that delete catalytic converters. 5 Star can only tune for catted exhaust systems. However, 5 Star WILL NOT disable your rear oxygen sensors, which may result in a check engine light.

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2012 F150 Ecoboost Supercrew Max Tow

Awesome product so far! Got 87,89,91 performance/tow tunes and 87,89 economy tunes. Canned tunes already on the device are pretty decent as well. With performance/tow, the torque converter locks up earlier and doesn't open up as much. Stock, it seemed like the converter would stay open 90% of the time in city driving. Shift points are more positive and slightly firmer and quicker, but not rough or harsh. Big increase in torque from idle to redline, with a decent increase in horsepower too. It is possible no get improved MPG on performance/towing tunes from what I've seen, but if you drive even a little bit aggressive, you will lose some economy. For towing an 8000lb trailer, it is about USABLE power, as in what you can get in the 1800-2500RPM range, where the truck tends to run without downshifting as often. The gains in that lower end are HUGE. Economy tune seems to try to keep the engine in a vacuum state(zero boost) during most driving and even under mild to moderate acceleration. It also goes for higher gears a bit sooner. The truck is perfectly drivable, but it feels like the gas pedal is very dampened, with slower and less twitchy response compared to performance/towing. For stop-and-go traffic, the gain is 5-6MPG. Highway at 75MPH, maybe 1MPG.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Keith from Metairie, LA on 5/13/2014

2011 F150

I have to say I love this tuner. I did however make the mistake of running the 93 max performance tune first, then running my 87 economy tune. The tuner on 93 performance brings the beast out of the truck. My ecoboost is stock except for the tuner. And on 87 economy I gained some good mpg. Before the tuner I averaged about 12.5 mpg on 35 nitto m/ts, on the performance I got 14 mpg and on economy I got 16.9 mpg in the city with very little highway. The only thing is getting used to scrolling through the tuners menus. A bit touchy.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Dan Adamson from Michigan on 3/15/2014

2014 f150 ecoboost fx4

This is one very powerful device. But to really appreciate its full potential the tunes from 5 star are a must! I purchased this with an afe stage 2 intake, charge pipe and stainlessworks s-tube exhaust. I had quite high expectations in pushing my ecoboost. When i first loaded the caned 91 perf tune i was a very disappointed. The power i expected was not there, the shifting was extremely harsh and the 1-2 often made me think it would hurt my truck long term. When i received my tunes ( very quickly might i add ) i loaded the 5star 93 perf tune. The second i pulled out of the driveway i was instantly satisfied with the smooth but firm shifting and abundant amount of torque! The truck pulls like a sports car and is overall very fun to drive. I've never been a fan of automatic transmissions but this tune does a great job at controlling the 6speed. It really always seems to be in the right gear and shifts in a nice firm but smooth way. Very satisfied with this device and the tunes from 5star.

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Reviewed by: Craig from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. on 10/6/2014

2013 F-150 XLT 4x4 Ecoboost 7.5'' BDS coilover on 35s

A must have for any Ecoboost owner!! This is my first mod for this project and it is power you can feel at all speeds in any gear...GREAT customer service and assistance!!!

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Josh Watts from Liberty,TX on 11/8/2013

2013 F150 SuperCrew FX4 Ecoboost

Great product and addition to the truck! Super easy to use and navigate. Has tons of features, and you monitor so many things on the truck. Highly recommend this product to anyone that's looking for more power, better fuel economy, and likes to see live feedback for many different areas of your truck ranging from boost, coolant temps, volts, iat temps and so on. Very cool and smart tuner. Then you add the custom tuning ability and how many files it stores with great customer service from stage3 its a no brainer to get this tuner!

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Tom Paliokaitis from North Aurora on 1/14/2014

13 ECOBEAST F-150 FX4 SCREW

THIS PROGRAMER IS GREAT. ECO TUNE GAVE ME 9MPG GAIN PER MILE AMAZING!!! PERFORMANCE TUNE IS SICK!!!!!! THROWS YOUR HEAD BACK AT 80 MPH

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Shawn Callahan from FLORIDA on 1/15/2014

2013 ecoboost f150

Love it, really made the truck alive.. I'm running a canned 91 octane tune right now on it and I can't wait to take the other aftermarket parts into account. I love the display and how customizable it is. It reads everything you need to know about your truck and its super simple to add tunes from the computer even for the technically challenged. I plugged it into the computer the screen turned on but no image was displayed and it looked like white noise... Scared me. The screen would make beeping sounds if you would click where the buttons should be.. I simply unplugged it and tried a different USB port and that worked... But still... Maybe future problem I hope not

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Josh Brammer from Omaha nebraska on 10/30/2013

2014 Ford F-150 Supercrew FX4 Ecoboost

This programmer is absolutely sick! After installing the new Iridium spark plugs gapped at.030 , and an AFE twin cold air intake, this truck runs like a scalded dog! What a BEAST!! My 0-60 times have dropped substantially... 7.70 sec to 5.99!! So, as of now, I have tunes for the 87 octane both Economy and performance, 91 octane for performance and here in Michigan, we have 93 octane fuel, which I have tunes for economy as well as performance. I installed the software on the tuner and installed the tuner to the truck. Turn it up, full tilt boogie and the smile on your face will be as big as the truck!! It will literally throw you back into the seat when you stab the throttle! Awesome product guys!! I may even add a few more go fast goodies in the near future. I know I have over 500 lbs. torque at the crank and at least 450 hp. Still trying to get Johnny Law away from the area where I can do a 1/4 mile test.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Chad Fisher from Flint Michigan on 12/4/2014

2013 F-150 Lariat Screw Ecoboost

This tuner is the best out there! 5 Star Tuning creates great custom tunes that won't put too much strain on your Engine or Tranny. Very pleased with the results. My truck gets after it off the line and adds great acceleration while passing vehicles on the highway. This day and age a touch screen is a must have as you can change settings anytime you want. One of the great features of this tuner is that it has several options of gauges to monitor your trucks performance. Thanks Lou and Stage 3!

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Reviewed by: Luke Duncan from Dallas, TX on 10/22/2014

2014 F150 FX4 Ecoboost

Loaded a 91 performance tune...AWESOME! Cant believe the difference from such a simple mod. Best thing is I got lifetime tunes from 5 Star through Stage 3. Looks like I'm going to be taking advantage of the deal sooner than I thought. More mods planned soon.

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Reviewed by: Nick from Swanton, Oh on 5/2/2014

2012 F 150 FX2 Ecoboost

Shipping: Stage3 had my order shipped out the same day, very prompt service on their part. Package arrived one day late due to issues with USPS. I would suggest offering other shipping methods in addition to USPS. I cringe anytime I have to rely on the USPS for an important package such as this one. Support: Upon providing the specific details of my vehicle my custom tunes were delivered the same day. Very quick turnaround on this. Instillation: Windows 7 laptop - no issues. Windows 8 laptop - I had to locate and manually install the drivers in order for the laptop to communicate with the unit. This was resolved in about 5 minutes. The instructions provided for all aspects of downloading and installing the tunes to my truck were spot on and very easy to follow. Performance: The first tune I ran was the 93 octane performance tune. My truck is completely stock aside from this tuner, once the tune was applied it was like I was driving a different vehicle. The increased responsiveness and increased power were evident even before I got out of my neighborhood and onto the highway. Once I got out on the open road it was amazing how much more powerful the truck felt, my right foot is very appreciative of this purchase. Bottom line: This product in my opinion is well worth the cost for the immediate performance gains for such a simple install. If you are on the fence about getting one don't be, get it you will not be disappointed.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Peter Plaisance from Austin, TX on 1/9/2015

2014 Ford F150 ECOBoost

The Tuner itself is awesome, great product and I love the gauges, but that's not what impressed me. When I installed the first program I was immidiately impressed by the responsiveness of my truck. It feels smoother, faster, and more efficient. great product.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Sean Leary from Clarksville, TN on 9/27/2014

2012 Ford F-150 ecoboost

Great tuner, little bit of work to get the tunes uploaded to the device itself, and the on the fly is not as quick as it seems, but other than that very satisfied with the product.

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Reviewed by: Jack from CA on 6/28/2015

2012 Ford F150 3.5 Ecoboost

As someone who has done my own tuning on previous vehicles, I was looking for a way adjust the stock Ford calibration to improve drivability and fuel economy. As there are not easily accessible options to tune my truck myself, the SCT Livewire TS+ with the 5-Star tunes was the next best option. Installation was simple and fast. I used the SCT preloaded tunes for a few days until my 5-Star tunes arrived. The SCT tunes were decent, but shifted harshly. I bought the 5-Star 87 octane tow tune, 91 tow, 91 performance, and 93 performance. My initial impressions were that with the 5-Star tunes, the truck drove the way it should have from the factory. The AFR is leaner than stock, saving fuel with more power. On the 91 tow tune, the boost is about 15.5psi vs 11psi stock. When I'm conservative with my driving, I gain about 2mpg over stock. It's a different story when the pedal goes down though. The shifting is smooth and you can tell the torque converter locks up more quickly Everything that bothered me with the stock calibration has been ironed out by 5-Star. I feel the 5-Star tunes are a good compromise between power, economy, and reliability. I highly recommend the SCT unit and these tunes.

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Reviewed by: Craig from Denver, CO on 1/6/2017

2014 F150 Ecoboost Limited

I'll start by saying I didn't know much about my truck other than I wanted it to be faster and more powerful. i called Noah @ Stage 3 and we had several conversations about different products and what they could do for the truck. At no time did I feel like I was being oversold on products I didn't need. So customer service and education is a 5 star hands down. We narrowed it down to a 3 piece upgrade. Cold air intake, which I had, the livewire along without the custom tunes offered by Stage 3, and the Stainless works down pipe. Installation of the SCT Livewire was a breeze, and keep in mind I have no knowledge about what goes on under the hood:-) While I waited on the custom tunes to arrive I loaded a tune that ships with the Livewire. The tune was a very noticeable difference! Now, once the custom tunes arrived, I uploaded them to the Livewire (easily) filled up with 93 and switched to the performance tune. I cannot believe the difference in the way my truck performs! Can't wait to put the downpipe on next! Thanks guys! Livewire + Custom Tunes= AMAZING!!

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Reviewed by: Chad from Houston TX on 7/15/2015

F-150

Warning - Before buying this item, take your truck to the dealer and have the strategy code updated. Failure to do this will cause you nothing but grief and you may not be able to return the unit. You're going to get grief trying to get the strategy code updated anyway. Ford is not happy doing this if it isn't their idea. I've had mine for 2 months and it looks like it will be several more months before I can get a Ford dealership to upgrade the strategy code. The tuner makes an attractive paper weight in the mean time.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Robert Conklin from BRYN MAWR on 2/25/2019

2014 F150 Ecoboost

I have had this tuner in my truck for about 6 months now and all I can say is wow! I would def purchase it with the 5 Star tunes. When I first received it I used the preloaded tunes and they gave me instant power but the shifting was a little rough. Once I loaded the 5 Star tunes the rough shifting went away and the instant power came. I have used both the 87 Tow/Performance and the 93 Performance and both are great but the 93 Performance you def spin tires a lot and it throws you back in your seat. It is a must for your vehicle!

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Brandon Hornbarger from Maryland on 2/19/2015

2014, ford, F150 ecoboost

I purchased this item, and definitely feel the deference in my truck. I recommend it to everyone. I'm doing a lot of upgrades on my truck and this one is one of the best. Also the had a great sales rep LOU who answered all my question and was very professional. Also like I'm updating my truck I also bought a downpipe and 170 thermostat where the Stage 3 motor sport Tuner had no problem also tuning my livewire tuner as many times I needed and also answered all my question Wanted to thank everyone In Stage 3 motor sport for there help on making my truck a beast

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Reviewed by: Andre from Jupiter Florida on 8/26/2014

2012 F-150 FX4 Ecoboost

I just installed my first tune over the weekend and let me tell you, it is fantastic. I was kinda worried about tuning my truck with it still being under warranty, but the warranty I bought with the tuner definitely convinced me to do it. It was very easy to install and get all of the information needed so they could write the custom tunes. So far its been great on the power towing. On my next trip I will use the economy and see how much mpg I can milk out of it. But I would definitely recommend it. Thanks again!

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Michael Olson from Omaha, NE on 9/22/2014

2013 Ford F150 FX4

This is by far the best performance mod I have ever done on any vehicle that I have owned! Bang for buck is easily worth it. The custom tunes are worth it as well. The best part of Stage3 is their customer service.

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Reviewed by: Justin from Stillwater, OK on 12/1/2014

2011 f150

Very user friendly and quick installation. I would recommend to anyone. The five star tunes are amazing the performance gains are unreal!!!

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Reviewed by: Mike from Eaton Rapids on 1/27/2017

2014 F-150 Tremor

The first upgrade I put on my truck and it is absolutely the best money I have ever spent for any modification on any of my other vehicles. What ever your plans are for your Ecoboost truck this is definitely the first one you want to install. The 93 performance customer tune is SWEET!

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Reviewed by: Frank Corbett from Georgia on 4/25/2016

2012, Ford F-150 King Ranch

I would highly recommend this product to anyone looking to unlock their EcoBoost fullest potential. Guys at Stage 3 and 5-star tuning have a grand slam here. It really woke up my truck. Easy install and love the fact I can see real time what is going on with my EcoBoost. MPG are up (especially when using the economy tune). Mountains of power when running the other tunes! Just don't make the mistake of running the other tunes over the economy tunes you'll get hooked and never want to use it. This is easily a no regrets purchase and the best bang for your buck purchase of all the mods you can do for your EcoBoost! Thank you to Stage 3 folks for the awesome customer service!

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Reviewed by: Ryan S from Alaska on 2/20/2015

2014 FX4 ecoboost

I've had this for right at 9 months now and wow! What a awesome tune. 5 star knows what they are doing. So badass!!

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Reviewed by: John Malloy from Dallas on 2/1/2015

2014 Ford F-150 FX4 ecoboost

I bought the phase 2 kit and added the bbk throttle body, and the afe blade runner pipes. This tuner is so easy to install and really is user friendly. I put my truck in performance tune and the response is AWESOME!!! The guys at stage 3 know what they are doing!!! Highly recommend all there products. You guys have a life long customer here!!! Thanks guys!!!

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Reviewed by: Heriberto Prieto from El Paso Tx. on 12/5/2014

2012 Ford F150

Good product. I have oversized ties on vehicle and the SCT gives me the correct mpg and speed on the truck.

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Reviewed by: Alley from Tallahassee, Florida on 10/2/2015

2013 XLT SuperCrew 4x4 Ecoboost

If you have windows 8 or Windows 10, READ! I had quite the learning curve. Also make sure your trucks PCM has been updated, i plugged my tuner in, Stage 3 said my truck was 3 strategy codes behind, took me 2 days to get worked into Ford, and 95$ later, all was fixed. You will have to go to SCTFLASH.COM and download a special driver for this tuner. It can get confusing, call them and they can guide you through it. (I learned this the hard way) I got upset when i couldn't figure it out, pressed the WIFI button on the tuner, messed everything up. Thought I fixed my driver issues, downloaded everything, turns out the tuner messes up that way, lost my stock tune, had to send the whole tuner into SCT. My mistake. However the guy on the phone did tell me it is complicated, so I didn't feel like a complete moron. I'm stuck right now with the 93 P/T on my truck. I'm super excited for when i get it back and can do the 93 PT, however the 93 P/T is a new truck itself. I also purchased the Edge Dash Pod for this and made it work for this tuner. Read my review on it and I will tell you how.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) James Redden from Marion IL on 1/22/2016

2014 F-150 FX4

This thing is great. The canned performance tune does alright but then once you get the custom tunes on it, the truck runs like a beast. The programmer itself is very simple to use.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Chad Morgenroth from Spring Branch, Tx on 3/6/2016

2014 Ford F150 FX4 Ecoboost

OMG gave me almost 6mpg with my AFE CAI. Easy installation and top notch support from Stage3motor Sports. 100% TOP NOTCH PRODUCT!

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Joseph Jordan from Belhaven NC on 3/16/2016

2013 Ford F-150 FX4 EcoBoost

All I have to say is you know your getting quality products when you buy SCT. I love my Livewire TS! Also a big thanks to Stage 3 Motorsports! They beat just about anyone's price and free 2 day shipping is awesome! I will definitely buy from Stage 3 again!

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Reviewed by: Ryan Jolley from Alabama on 4/11/2016

2014 Ford F150 Ecoboost 4x4

I put a leveling kit along with bigger tires (34s) on my truck and lost power and fuel economy. I bought this tuner along with 5* tunes. Unless you put higher octane fuel in normally, I would stick with the 3 tunes it comes with. I've run the canned tune (awesome), the 5* 87 economy tune (not a lot of power but the mpgs come back), and currently run the 5* 87 tow/perf tune (more power than stock, mpgs almost back to stock). I never buy high octane fuel but ended up getting the 5* 87 trans, 89 tow/perf, 93 perf tunes along with the 2 mentioned above. Great tuner. The gauges are worthless to me, I have no idea what most of them are for. I wish you could monitor EGTs, but I haven't figured out how to do this. I would buy this tuner again!

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Reviewed by: Shawn from Culpeper on 4/18/2016

2013 Ford F150 Ecoboost

Great product, definitely a difference between the canned 87 and custom 87 octane tunes. Touchscreen requires some finesse, not as good as a smartphone screen.

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Reviewed by: Sheldon from NorCal on 11/10/2014

2013 Ford F150

I got the performance, eco, perf/tow and trans tunes for my SCT tuner. So far I have only used the performance and eco tunes, and they are amazing!! I have not had a chance to manually calculate what my current MPG's are with the eco, which is what I run as a standard, but the performance is amazing!!! I am spinning tires through the first 4 gears! I think it may need a locker after this. I haven't been able to get tot the track yet to compare my quarter mile runs yet, but I am certain I will be low 15's. So far so good!

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Reviewed by: Sheila from Colorado on 4/29/2016

2013 F-150 Ecoboost

This tuner is just awsome, more power and quicker response and when not heavy on the pedal you get better fuel economy as well

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Reviewed by: Mike from Castelgar, BC on 5/14/2016

2011 Ford F-150

My tunner came not working but after a quick call to SCT they figured I would have to send it in. It only took 2 days before it was already back at my house. Other then that tunner works great.

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Reviewed by: George from West Palm Beach, Fl on 6/10/2016

2014 Ford F150 ecoboost

Very user friendly. Support staff is fast (only used email)and helpful. Got my answers within a couple of days turnaround. The 93 octane performance program is very impressive. My truck will break traction without much effort. Just installed the economy program but have not evaluated it yet.

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Reviewed by: Richard Dunn from Orange Park, FL on 8/6/2016

2014 f150 3.5L Ecoboost

Absolutely awesome! And I haven't even downloaded the custom tunes yet. Easy process installing. Really made the truck alive and has no problems turning my big heavy 35's on 20 inch rims!

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Reviewed by: Joshua from Grand Junction on 3/5/2018

2011 f150

Easy install using directions and some YouTube video assistance. Sct canned tunes are ok. Really comes alive with the five star tunes. See approximately a 1 mpg increase with 87 performance/tow. The 93 performance tune is awesome!

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Reviewed by: Robert from Southern Indiana on 4/5/2018

2011 f150 Ecoboost

It's crazy how much power was hidden by the stock tune, I slapped a 91 performance tune on and I had a grin from ear to ear with just revving the truck up, driving it was awesome, only downfall is the shudder issue got worse because more air flow, make sure you have the proper stuff in place to help eliminate the shudder issue.

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Reviewed by: Garrett from Bothell, wa on 1/16/2019

2013 ford f150 3.5 ecoboost fx4

It really does unlock the true power of the ecobeast, even with my truck being 4x4 6 lift on 20x12 wheels with 35's on the 93 performance tune at a rolling 30mph I punched the gas and left a double burnout accidentally. And I love the gauge monitoring feature. I'm definitely very impressed well worth the money

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Reviewed by: Joe from Homestead on 1/21/2019

2012 Lariat Crew cab Ecoboost F150

I ordered the SCT livewire TS tuner and with in a few days I received it with in a few days. I sent in my vehicle info and modifications to 5star though the Stage3 website which stage3 makes very easy. I received my custom tunes in less than 24 hours which I was pleasantly surprised in. I added the tunes to my livewire ( thanks to the tutorial videos and instructions on the SCT website and videos on both Stage3 and SCT which helped making operating and customizing the programmer easy. I loaded in the 91 octane Performance/tow tune in to my truck which took maybe 15 minuets ( probably not even that long ) and drove my truck. Wow, its like driving a completely different truck, instantly there is more throttle response. Day to day driving is more pleasurable with the increase in throttle response it shifts nice and smooth during normal driving but when you hammer down on the throttle it pulls quite nicely through the whole RPM band until it shifts which when on the throttle it does have a quick / firm shift. Before the tune the top end felt like it leveled off and left you feeling like there should be more power there. I'm very pleased with how easy Stage3 makes the whole process of ordering and getting you custom tunes for your vehicle. The livewire touch screen and gauge customizability is pretty awesome. The only only thing I wish I could do which I understand why you cant. is to actually be able to shift on the fly. other than that I personally think this Tuner with the 5 star tunes are the best thing you could get..

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Chris Bockelman from Oregon on 2/25/2017

2013 F150 EcoBoost

So far so good. Was a little bit of a trick to download and load the tunes to the tuner. Had to plug the tuner into the truck, then update the tuner, then download the tunes, then transfer one at a time to the tuner. Each tune/retune is about a five minute event. So far I have tried all the tunes, performance/towing/eco. Performance tune is great at part(low) and full throttle. At mid throttle you can tell they are keeping the turbos spooled and bleeding the boost with the blow off as the truck gets a noticeable stumble. At a normal accel or full throttle it shifts and runs spectacularly. Towing tune like others have noted is just fantastic. Spool up is great, power is wonderfully balanced, and the shifts are much better than stock. Eco tune is very well balanced, but expectedly boring. Press the throttle to the floor however, and it will come alive. All in all a great mod.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) August Ladensack from SE Michigan on 3/4/2017

2013 Ecoboost

This is the best tuner yet that I purchase with the lifetime tunes

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Reviewed by: Edwin Diaz from Pa on 3/13/2017

2013 FX4 Eco

My tuner looks a little different than the one in the pictures. The cable attaches to the back of the unit now, which cleans it up nicely. As others have stated in previous reviews, the out-of-the-box tune shipped with the Livewire TS+ doesn't compare to the custom tunes you'll get from 5 Star. Spend the extra money and get the custom tunes! Aside from the performance gains, removing the speed limiter (for dyno runs) and setting the appropriate tire size are both very nice features this tuner supports. I haven't used the economy tune yet but getting 14.5 MPG with 93 performance tune.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Jason Coen from Englewood, OH on 3/17/2017

2014 f 150 ecoboost platinum

Installing was easy just a few minutes in my 2014 f150 ecoboost . Easy to use just scroll the options and press your selection. Instantly feel the difference especially with the 93 octane tune . Thing is awesome

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Reviewed by: Andy from Southampton Nj on 3/23/2017

2013 F150 Ecoboost

Quality product. Easy install and process. The suction cup mount works very well. The display can be touchy at times. Overall the 5* tunes with the SCT Livewire TS+ is definitely a must.

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Reviewed by: Adam A. from Naperville IL on 6/7/2017

2012 f150 ecoboost

Install 1 hour, but simple. 2012 F150 ecoboost. By far the best upgrade for power. Installed today. Still havnt recieved 5 star tunes, but the canned tunes are still pretty awesome. I can inly imagine once i get 5 star tunes. The boost vuage is priceless. All the other diagnostics like air intake temp are priceless as well. I have an air raid and i was wondering if ir really gers cold air the whole time ive had it... It does, only a few degrees over outside temp. Super customizable. No brainer purchase. Heard complaints about shifting with canned tunes. Not seeing it at all honestly. Cant wait for 5 star

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Reviewed by: Jeff from Martinez, ca on 12/23/2017

2013 Ford F-150 supercrew

Unbelievable difference between stock and just an 89 performance/tow tune. I am currently running the 91 performance tune in it. When stock I was getting between 12.5 mpg and 13 mpg. After putting the tuner on with the custom tunes the 89 performance/tow tune didn’t gain me any mpg but you could definitely feel a difference in performance. After switching to the 91 performance tune I can definitely feel a difference in performance between the 89 and 91 tune but I went from 12.4 mpg to 18.9 mpg. The only thing I have done to my truck other than the tuner is an AFE cold air intake and a MBRP 4” cat back exhaust. I installed the tuner before I had my custom tunes uploaded to it but I didn’t try to run the preloaded tunes that come on it, I used it for gauges. I forgot to go into the settings and change the weight of my truck before I ran my first performance test on I so it calculated my estimated HP and TQ wrong, but my quarter mile, 0-60, and 0-30 are all accurate ( pictures should be uploaded but I don’t know where they will show up ) . After I got my tunes I did it all again except this time I changed the weight of my truck. Both runs that I did were both in the same place with the same weather conditions and the temperatures were within 5° of each other. Also the 91 performance tune pushed my truck from a top end of 15psi of boost (stock) to 21psi of boost

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Reviewed by: Tucker Fenstamaker from Piedmont OH on 9/28/2019

2011-f15-

Holy cow... I loaded my eco tune for my truck with the banks ram air system. My city milage went from 16.3 to 18.2 for the last couple of weeks. I have not played with my performance tunes yet. If this is the performance increase of eco I cant even imagine what will happen with performance tunes. I also will be upgrading a couple more things which will have a large impact on the performance, I like the fact I can retune anytime.

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Reviewed by: Kaleb Furmanek from Loves Park on 5/28/2025

2013 f150 limited

My girlfriend got me this for Christmas. I debated back and forth on getting a tuner or not. I decided on the livewire ts+ a few of my friends have it and I can tell you I am not disappointed. I have an afe cold air intake and catless down pipes along with the tuner. I got the 87 octane economy, 89 performance and tow, and 93 performance tunes. With the economy tune I've seen any where from 1.5 to 2 mpg increase in fuel consumption and the performance tune is insane the throttle response is great can light up the tires when I want. Haven't used the tow tune yet as it's not summer and I can't pull my boat. I highly recommend well worth the money.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Harley from VA on 12/31/2017

I'm interested in the sct livewire ts, I have minor upgrades to my truck, can stage 3 load the best tune options for my upgrades?

Asked by: Jason - 8/8/2020

5-Star's tunes will not be preloaded on the device. Unfortunately, due to the numerous updates and strategy changes that Ford has done over the years, you will need to use the tuner to pull your vehicle's strategy code so that the tunes can then be written and emailed to you.

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How fast would I be able to switch between diffrent tunes? I do a lot of camping and not all areas (US/CANADA) have the same octain fuels.

Asked by: GRADY - 3/1/2020

It takes roughly 10-15 minutes to change tunes on the Livewire.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (3/2/2020)

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So I have a 2014 Ford f150 Ecoboost that just got a new engine, transmission, and turbos but the body has 185k miles on it. Would the I still be covered by the warranty since the powertrain the other parts of the powertrain only have around 1200 miles on them.

Asked by: Nick - 1/22/2020

Unfortunately, our warranty is based on the original build date and the mileage assigned to the VIN. While your powertrain may be replaced, the rest of your driveline still has 185K miles on it.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (1/23/2020)

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Hello, just ordered the tuner and was wondering what spark plugs are recommended as well as the gap? Thank you.

Asked by: Adam84 - 1/13/2020

You can either use the SP-580s or the slightly colder NGK 6509s. Regardless of your choice, you'll need to gap to .030" to .032".

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (1/14/2020)

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I bought a live wire from you guys about 4 years ago with custom tunes. My question is, has 5 star tunes gotten any better. More horse power and torque. Would it be worth it to order a new 91 performance tune or just stick with what I have. Thanks for your help.

Asked by: Tre - 7/18/2019

5-Star's gasoline tuning for the 2011-2014 F150s hasn't changed that much over the years. They are doing a bit more with e30 and e50 blends these days. That being said, if you believe your truck has a lost a step, we can possibly walk you through a datalog to see if there are any tweaks to be made.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (7/23/2019)

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Just got recall 19S07 from Ford. Will having this recall done affect the programs I have on my 2013 F150 (SCT Livewire TS+)?

Asked by: Marty - 6/30/2019

It will, since the Recall involves a PCM update and a strategy change. Give us a call directly for options.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (7/1/2019)

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What e3 spark plugs, or denso spark plugs would I need to run with the 93 performance tune?

Asked by: Big T - 4/14/2019

Both ourselves and 5-Star recommend Motorcraft SP-580 Spark Plugs gapped to a maximum of .030".

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/15/2019)

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Does the LiveWire adjust throttle sensitivity or would I need like a Pedal boost controller?

Asked by: Justin Correll - 6/12/2018

5-Star's custom tuning already overhauls throttle sensitivity, response, and tip-in, and you generally don't need a further pedal module after a tune.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (6/13/2018)

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I just purchased this with the 87 octane tunes. I live in Colorado and we typically have 85 octane thru 89 octane. Can I run the 87 tune with 85 octane? Or do i need to start filling with 87?

Asked by: Sean - 3/7/2018

You would need to use a minimum of 87 octane with an 87 octane tune. Using lower octane fuel can result in detonation and other issues. If you'd like a tune for 85 octane, your best bet would be to call us directly at 623-434-5277.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (3/12/2018)

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After I installed the tuner, when I turn my truck off I notice a red flashing light on the tuner. Will this kill my battery ?

Asked by: Joshua - 3/5/2018

If you leave it in there and don't drive your truck for a couple of weeks, sure. The amp draw on the device is low when in sleep mode, and you generally don't have to be too concerned unless your truck's battery has seen better days.

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I have the Pedal Commander, installed on my 12 f150 ecoboost. Can the tunes be modified so i can still use the Pedal Commander? I like the ability to adjust (on the fly) the throttle response.

Asked by: BoostedDoc - 2/27/2018

You can still use your Pedal Commander with 5-Star's tunes, though the custom tunes themselves do adjust pedal sensitivity, tip-in, and response to a large extent. You'll likely have to readjust your Pedal Commander's settings so that you don't get an on/off throttle effect. If you would like 5-Star custom tunes that don't change throttle settings at all, your best bet would be to call us directly at 623-434-5277 so we can relay those specific instructions.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/28/2018)

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I just purchased this tuner, am I going to have to re-gap my stock spark plugs for this tuner with the 5 start 91 performance tune?

Asked by: Joshua - 2/27/2018

You'll likely need to gap down your plugs to avoid misfires, hesitation, and other potential issues caused by spark blowout. Especially if your current plugs have a good amount of miles on them.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/28/2018)

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Vehicle: 2012 f150 3.5 ecoboost screw shortbed Question: if I purchase this tuner and go from stock tires to 33's to 35's. What will I need to do for tune modification? Question: I would like to run a post cat exhaust cutout. So I can get loud when i want, and quiet when i need. How would exhaust cutouts after cat effect the tune/performance? I am also planning on adding full-race CAI and their intercooler relocate kit. Thank you for your time!

Asked by: BoostedDoc - 2/22/2018

You would not need a retune for larger tires on non-warrantied tunes. The Livewire allows you to adjust your own tire size whenever you need, though you will need to know your truck's revs per mile. If you're planning on doing after-cat cutouts, you would not need a tune, and any performance benefit would be fairly marginal. The Full-Race Intercooler Kit doesn't technically require a tune, though a retune can be helpful when it comes to maximizing power and torque.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/23/2018)

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I just bought a 2014 3.5L Ecoboost. In general I already love the way the truck drives; it's another world better than the old 98 4.6 F150 I used to drive. My only complaint is during rural driving it seems like it goes into 6th gear way too soon and you have to push the pedal down more than if it would just drop back into 5th. Watching the instant economy, dropping into 5th would probably provide better fuel mileage (and drivability) at these lower speeds. Other than this, the stock truck has plenty of power for me, and I'm averaging 17-18 mpg with a mix of mostly rural and highway driving (I don't drive aggressively). I also have a 3000lb trailer that I will occasionally tow long distances (400-600 miles). Question 1: Do you recommend the performance tune or the performance/tow tune. Longevity, drivability (fixing the shift pattern), and fuel economy are my biggest objectives but I want to be fine occassionally towing the trailer. Question 2: I thought you were supposed to use the Tow/Haul mode everytime you tow a trailer to protect overdrive in the transmission. Is that different with the Performance/Tow tune? I read an answer that you guys posted that said you wouldn't need to use it as often with the PT tune. Thanks!

Asked by: Mike Lemke - 2/19/2018

1). If your main goal is fuel economy and drivability, then stick with the Performance/Tow tunes. The Performance/Tow tunes get better fuel economy during highway and rural driving, and don't have as harsh of shifting as the outright Performance tunes. 2). While that's what Ford recommends, it's most due to the fact that stock tuning is geared for fuel economy which makes the truck get to sixth gear as soon as possibly can. 5-Star's Performance/Tow tunes adjust shifting for more gear holding under all conditions, which means the transmission shifts less anyway. That being said, the Tow/Haul mode will still work just fine in conjunction with 5-Star's tunes, so if you like using Tow/Haul when you're loaded, you absolutely can.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/20/2018)

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Does the tuner come pre-loaded with the 5-Star custom tunes I chose or do I have to get you guys to email them to me once it arrives? Thanks

Asked by: Dennis Blakeney - 2/14/2018

The device will not come with 5-Star custom tunes out of the box. They will be emailed to you after you fill out and submit our online tune form. However, you will need the tuner in order to get your truck's Strategy Code so that you can complete the tune form. After you submit the tune form, a Google Drive link with your tunes will be sent to you via email in roughly 1-2 business days.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/15/2018)

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How much power gains can you expect to see with a 93 performance tune on a bone stock truck?

Asked by: Kyle Rea - 1/18/2018

Power gains and dyno results can vary greatly based on ambient conditions, tire size, gear ratio, and other factors. That being said, 5-Star has a dyno graph of a stock 2014 Tremor that hit 445lb-ft of torque and 320 peak horsepower at the wheels versus the stock run at 310lb-ft of torque and 250 peak horsepower at the wheels.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (1/19/2018)

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Will using this be able to fix my speedometer accuracy since I am running taller than stock tires?

Asked by: Todd - 11/27/2017

The Livewire can adjust for tire size, though you will need to know your tire's revs per mile.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/27/2017)

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Hello, I use my 2013 4x4 3.5 ecoboost truck almost exclusively for towing. I already have the Solo performance cat back single exhaust and an AFE cold air intake. I am looking for tunes that will increase my mileage. Is this tuner the right option for my needs?

Asked by: Todd - 11/27/2017

If you actually drive like you're trying to get good fuel economy, then you can see some amount of fuel mileage gains. Likely somewhere in the 1-2mpg range depending on the specific tune and fuel octane.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/27/2017)

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If I buy this tuner with custom tunes for my 2012, and decide later down the road to buy a new truck, could I swap the tuner and have 5 star reprogram new tunes with the new pcm strategy on that truck? And would it have to be the same motor in the new truck?

Asked by: Patrick - 10/31/2017

As long as the truck in question was supported by both SCT and 5-Star, then yes. You would have to purchase new tunes for the hypothetical new truck, but it would be at a discounted rate.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/1/2017)

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I just installed this item on my 2014 f150, I live in Georgia and was wondering if the truck will still pass emissions with it tuned. Or do I need to go back to stock?

Asked by: Benjamin - 9/30/2017

As long as your truck has the stock downpipes and isn't throwing a CEL, then you should be able to pass emissions without any issues. However, it is a good idea to get a full drive cycle on your truck (around 100 miles of driving) after tuning so that your truck doesn't have problems with readiness checks.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (10/2/2017)

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So is there a three base tunes and if I want a more custom one then I send your the codes? Or is it not plug and play I have to wait till you send me the tunes?

Asked by: Thegobbler - 9/5/2017

The SCT Device comes with SCT's standard pre-loaded tunes that are general and designed for every 2011-2014 F150 EcoBoost on the road. Once you have your tuner and the information we need to completely fill out our online tune form, you'll be sent custom tunes from 5-Star that are specific to your truck and take into account your F150's modifications.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (9/6/2017)

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With the purchase of this Can and will you do multiple custom tunes for catless Downpipes? Are the catless tunes loaded on the truck the same way as other tunes?

Asked by: Carson - 8/14/2017

All of the tunes you choose will be written for all of your F150's modifications, including off-road downpipes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/14/2017)

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I am wanting to get the live wire with the 93 octane tune. Do I need to change my spark plug gap? If so to what measurement? Also if not, will a gap change help performance?

Asked by: Benjamin Czelusniak - 8/12/2017

We recommend a maximum gap of .030" for 5-Star's tunes. A smaller gap will help prevent spark blowout, which can cause stutter and shuddering under load. Keeping the right gap will keep your F150 running smooth.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/14/2017)

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If I purchased the tuner with warranty tunes would I be able to change the tire size to 34x11? I saw that it said warrantied tunes have less options like tire size.

Asked by: TR23 - 7/28/2017

For warrantied tunes, tire size adjustments are locked. However, when you submit your turn form, you'll be able to tell use what size tires on your truck, and the tune(s) will be made accordingly. If you change tire sizes in the future, all you'll have to do is send an email over to [email protected], and we'll get you squared away.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (7/31/2017)

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With this product does it always have to stay plugged in or if I unplug it will the tune still be loaded?

Asked by: Billy - 5/31/2017

Once the tune is loaded, the device can be unplugged. The tune is stored on your F150's PCM.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (6/1/2017)

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I put on the turbosmart dual port bov's and my 2011 f150 ran great. I then put on a aftermarket exhaust and the turbos seem to be hampered. If I got one these tuners and did a custom tune, would it bring my turbos back to life?

Asked by: Jeremy - 5/22/2017

That really depends on what exhaust you put on your truck. If you only put on cat-back system, then you shouldn't see much of a difference in truck performance. If you added a set of downpipes, then a tune would likely help, since the factory tuning can lose torque without back pressure. Give us a call directly at 623-434-5277 so we can get more specific about your exhaust upgrades.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (5/23/2017)

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Is ta trans tune part of engine tune? Example: I am interested in 87 tow tune with chill trans tune, is this considered one tune or two?

Asked by: Eric S - 5/19/2017

If you want an 87 octane Performance/Tow tune with softer shifting, that would just be a single tune. However, your best bet would be to call us directly at 623-434-5277 if you want a specific shift pattern style with your particular tune(s).

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (5/23/2017)

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2013 ecoboost I bought used about 1.5 years ago. Has 35 inch tires with 6 inch lift will this help on gas mileage on everyday driving and when I pull my boat? Thanks

Asked by: Jeff - 5/8/2017

In general, tuning the EcoBoost trucks generally adds about 1-2mpgs, though you do actually have to drive conservatively to see any fuel economy gains.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (5/9/2017)

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I am looking at getting and SCT Tuner and I am curious why you chose to go with 5 star custom tunes versus morepowertunes? I am having a hard time finding much of a diffrence between the two and was wondering if you have had experience with both?

Asked by: ChrisP - 4/18/2017

We chose to work with 5-Star due to their focus on preserving reliability and drivability over raw power gains, which is why we're able to offer our powertrain warranties for their tunes. We also found that their transmission tuning was a step above a lot of other custom tuners out there.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/19/2017)

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I see you also sell the X4 and Bully Dog BDX Tuner, what is the advantage of the Livewire TS+ tuner? Also can you change the tune on the fly with any of these tuners, or does each tuner only hold one tune? Also you said 3 tunes are included in the price, are those three of the five I select when I order it?

Asked by: EcoBoosted - 2/26/2017

The principle advantages of the Livewire over the X4 and BDX are that it has a larger screen than either of them, and it's a gull touchscreen display which makes it an easier to use and effective monitoring device. The BDX and X4 just have button interfaces which makes it a bit more tedious to change display settings and gauges while driving. Not SCT/Bully Dog device can currently tune on the fly on Ford gas-powered vehicles. All of the devices can hold up to 10 custom tunes, though only a single tune can be uploaded at a time. The device comes with three tunes as standard. 4th and 5th tunes are available at an additional cost of $10 a piece.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/27/2017)

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I live in Colorado and our octanes are 85,87 and 91. Is it possible to get a 85 economy tune?

Asked by: Colin - 1/28/2017

85 octane tunes can be provided, though we strongly recommend running at least 87 to see a noticeable difference in performance. To get 85 octane tunes, give us a call directly at 623-434-5277.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (1/30/2017)

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I live in Washington State near Seattle where the highest octane fuel is 92. Do you make tunes for that specific octane?

Asked by: Eric - 11/16/2016

5-Star can tune for 92 octane, though you could just run a 91 octane tune and use 92 octane fuel without any issues. If you want a 92 octane specific tune, give us a call directly at 623-434-5277.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/17/2016)

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Is the factory tow/haul mode affected with a tow/performance tune?

Asked by: Jason - 11/5/2016

Tow/haul mode will still have the same functionality as it does with the stock tune, however, you probably won't use it as much, since 5-Star's tunes adjust the transmission shift points and pressures to a larger degree.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/7/2016)

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I just bought a 2013 Platinum F150. If I get this tuner will it void my 5 year extended warranty? Is is possible to get the tuner, add the new tunes and if something goes wrong reset the factory tune and return to the dealer for the warranty work, once fixed add the performance tunes back into the truck? Everything would be stock except for the tuner.

Asked by: Salvador - 10/31/2016

Even when returning your vehicle to stock, there's still the possibility that your dealer or Ford itself could discover that your truck was tuned and refuse to cover any potential powertrain-related repairs under the terms of your factory warranty. Read our stance on tuning and warranty issues for a more in-depth answer.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/1/2016)

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Once you do the custom tune, can you unplug the tuner if necessary? I have a Insurance thing that plugs in there for my discount, will that still work?

Asked by: Fiffer - 10/24/2016

Yep. The tune itself is uploaded and stored on your truck's ECU, and the tuner only has to stay in if you're interested in its monitoring functions. That being said, if you aren't interested in monitoring your truck, you'd probably be better off with the SCT X4 with 5-Star Tunes which offers the same tuning functionality at a lower price.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (10/25/2016)

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i live in Canada and i cant get 93 octane however there is 94 octane that is available is 94 octane all right for a 93 tune?.

Asked by: gagan - 10/8/2016

Yep. You can run 94 octane with a 93 octane tune assuming that it's using (R+M)/2 octane ratings and not RON alone. You can always use a higher octane fuel than what you're tuned for, but can NEVER use a lower octane fuel than what you're tuned for.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (10/10/2016)

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Can/Will this delete traction control?

Asked by: Austin Ranker - 7/7/2016

These tunes cannot delete traction control or stability control.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (7/8/2016)

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Does the warranty cover the truck up to 60,000 miles/5years from the time it was at 0 miles, or 60,000 miles/5years from the time you purchase the tuner?

Asked by: Dayton - 4/21/2016

The warranty covers the truck up to the point its odometer hits 60,000 miles or 5 years after its build date, not 60,000 miles or 5 years after the warranty is purchased.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/25/2016)

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What tempatures can the SCT livewire be in, I am currently moving to AK and I know the Temps can get into the negatives alot, will the livewire still operate in that cold of Weather If the vehicle is outside?

Asked by: Bryan - 4/3/2016

I believe the Livewire can function fine in temperatures approaching near or even below 0° Fahrenheit, but for longevity of the device, I would keep it indoors if the temperatures are going to drop into the 0° range.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/4/2016)

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Hello, I have a 2012 ford f150 ecoboost. I currently blend 10 gallons of e85 with 15 gallons of 91 octane gasoline. Is there a tune that would work with my fuel?

Asked by: Artemio Arguello - 3/27/2016

5-Star can tune for E30 or E40 blends, but your best bet would be to call us directly at 1-877-578-2433 so we can get more specific about what you're doing and whether or not that 91 octane fuel has 10% ethanol.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (3/28/2016)

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What tunes would get me the best fuel mileage? I drive a 2011 v6 ecoboost. It is a daily driver and I don't haul stuff very often but I still want to have the option to switch to a towing or performance tune and get feel the power difference.

Asked by: vance - 2/27/2016

It depends on the kind of driving you're doing. If you're mostly highway or rural roads, then 5-Star's Performance/Tow tunes will get you the most fuel economy gains in that type of driving. For urban driving or stop-and-go traffic, 5-Star's Economy tunes will be your better bet. Frankly, I don't generally recommend 5-Star's Economy tunes, because they force the truck to drive very conservatively, which can be very unnatural.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/29/2016)

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With the site x4 with 5 star tunning, the programmer comes with factory tunes and you have to purchase custom tunes or automatically you get to choose the tunes from 5star for free?

Asked by: Guzman - 1/9/2016

For the listed price, you get the SCT Livewire TS tuner that comes with SCT's canned tunes, as well as up to three 5-Star Custom Tunes that will be emailed to you after we've received some necessary information about your truck.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (1/11/2016)

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I have a stock 2014 F-150 Tremor. Will I need a custom tune for this truck since it has 4.10 gears ? Also plan on mods later on .

Asked by: Brad - 1/2/2016

You don't "need" a custom tune for 4.10 gears, as rear-end gears are a user-adjustable option on a standard X4. However, custom tuning will net you better gains and drivability than a standard canned tune.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (1/4/2016)

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How do you all get my gear ratio and other internal information on my truck for the "custom tunes" ?

Asked by: Darin - 12/24/2015

After you order, we'll send you a tune sheet email with a list of information we need. However, you will need to wait until you receive your tuner in order to get us your "PCM Strategy Code" unless you already have a device that can read that information.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (12/28/2015)

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Can this tuner also re-calibrate the speedo on my truck? I installed larger tires so it's off now.

Asked by: Chris - 12/22/2015

Yep. Tire size can be adjusted for to correct your speedometer.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (12/23/2015)

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Is the livewire sct tunner for the f150 exoboost , is it detectable by the ford dealer ship if its taken out and re flash at to stcok ? Is there way they can tell ?

Asked by: Billy - 12/19/2015

Returning the truck to stock is not guaranteed to hide all evidence that the vehicle has been tuned.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (12/21/2015)

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I have a 2012 f-150 ecoboost and live in Kentucky and was wondering what the best tune options would be for me?

Asked by: Darin - 12/5/2015

That's entirely dependent on what you're doing with your truck and what your locally available fuel octanes are. Please call us directly at 1-877-578-2433 if you need assitance choosing tunes.

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Do I ever have to re-download my tunes or update anything once I do it originally, even if there are no upgrades or other modifications added? Or, after I do it the first time, I'm good forever.?

Asked by: Kevin - 12/4/2015

The device will store tunes until the point you delete them, and any tune you upload into your truck is stored in your F150's PCM until you change tunes or return the truck to stock. Still, it's a good idea to keep backups of your custom tunes and stock tune on your home PC.

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Can this tuner do the adjustments for tire size changes?

Asked by: James - 12/1/2015

Yep. It absolutely can.

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Can you do a custom performance tune for 92 octane?

Asked by: Marc Mittelsteadt - 11/27/2015

Yep, 5-Star can make 92 octane tunes, though you could also run 91 octane tuning and use 92 octane fuel without any issues. However, you will need to give us a call directly at 1-877-578-2433 in order to get a 92 octane-specific tune.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/30/2015)

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How easily is this tuner reset to factory settings for when I go to the dealership for service work? Do they ever need updating from my PC or once I upload them to the tuner they are set and can be switched "on the fly"? Also, how potent are these tunes? Running them constantly, will it wear more on my engine? Say if I only run a 91 octane performance/tow tune?

Asked by: Derek Russell - 11/20/2015

The tuner easily reuploads your stock tune with just a few button presses, though returning to stock isn't a guarantee that your dealer or service center won't discover your truck has been tuned. The Livewire TS+ does not have shift on the fly ability for gas motors. Despite their extra power, the tunes do not cause any excess wear on engines that are well maintained with regular oil changes and all maintenance and TSB items taken care of.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/24/2015)

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I'm planning on buying his tuner with 5 custom tunes from 5 star. When I add future performance upgrades down the road (aFE charge pipe, intercooler, bov) will I get all 5 of my custom tunes updated each and every time, even if I only do a a part or 2 each time I upgrade?

Asked by: Russ - 11/18/2015

None of those upgrades requires retuning for proper function, however, if you did get an upgrade that required tuning (downpipes, water-meth, etc), then all five tunes will be updated for those upgrades.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/18/2015)

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Hey I'm highly considering getting the sct tuner for my 2014 f150. I have a few questions... I'm from Canada and Petro Canada gas station offers ultra 94 gas. Will this work with the octane 93 tunes? Also, if I were to add a aftermarket intercooler would I need to get new tunes?

Asked by: Derek - 11/16/2015

As long long as that 94 octane fuel is rated using standard US/Canda (R+M)/2 octane ratings, and not EU/Asia RON ratings, then you can use 5-Star's 93 octane tuning without an issue. If it's 94 RON fuel (or if you're unsure), then your best bet would be to call us directly at 1-877-578-2433 so we can have 5-Star get you the correct tuning.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/16/2015)

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Im considering getting the warranty when I purchase my SCT tuner for my 2014 f150 because I do have the 5 year factory warranty, but I'm wondering if all the upgrades I have and I'm planning on getting will all be covered. I currently have a cat back exhaust and a intake system. I'm considering purchasing the AFE charge pipe, TurboSmart-SP Supersonic BOV, an aftermarket intercooler, a oil catch can and perhaps some down pipes or mid pipes some day :) Will I be covered under the SCT tuners warranty program?

Asked by: Russ - 11/16/2015

Under the terms of our Stage 3 Powertrain Warranty, all of the modifications you have in mind would be covered, though you would need to use catted downpipes, as off-road systems are not covered. Please keep in mind that this warranty is from us at Stage 3 and only cover's 5-Star's custom tunes, and will not cover SCT's canned tunes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/17/2015)

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My truck has 52k miles on it is there any restrictions on the power warranty as far as the mileage goes?

Asked by: Brandon clark - 11/12/2015

The warranties are restricted by the total mileage of your truck. The 5-year/60,000 mile warranty will only cover your truck up to 60,000 miles on its odometer, so you'd really only be covered for 8000 miles, if your truck has 52,000 miles already. The 6-year/100,000 mile warranty would cover you for 48,000 miles.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/13/2015)

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Is it safe to go back to the stock tune and leave the plugs gapped down for the custom tune at .30?

Asked by: Travis - 11/5/2015

Yep. You'll be fine with your plugs gapped at .030" with the factory tune.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/6/2015)

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Can this tuner be tuned specifically to work in higher elevations? I'm at over 6000 ft?

Asked by: randy - 11/1/2015

5-Star's custom tunes can be tweaked for better performance at higher elevations. Just give us a call directly at 1-877-578-2433 so we can get them ordered for you.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/2/2015)

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Where does a camera hookup to this unit? I would like to hook one up for the front of my F150. Also will this tuner reset/configure the Tire Pressure monitor on the truck as well?

Asked by: JB - 10/14/2015

The A/V input on the tuning device is located on its OBD-II cable. The tuner can adjust TPMS settings to some degree, but it can't completely disable or reset it.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (10/15/2015)

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This SCT-5015-ECOBOOST is it basically the 5015P?

Asked by: Jaime Fuentes - 10/8/2015

It's the SCT 5015P Livewire TS+, but also includes a choice of 5-Star custom tunes on top of the "canned" preloaded SCT Tunes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (10/9/2015)

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Can this tuner set you mph after putting on bigger tires from stock? I have 35 inch tires so,my speed is incorrect.

Asked by: Jb - 10/6/2015

Yep. The tuner can be used to adjust your truck's PCM for larger tires.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (10/7/2015)

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I currently live in FL and have access to 93 octane, however, some day I might move back to CO where I only have access to 91 octane. Down the road would I be able to swap out, no charge, my 93 octane custom tunes for the equivalent in 91 octane?

Asked by: John Gattoni - 9/28/2015

Unfortunately, there's not a way to do that without charging for additional tunes. Your better bet would be to just pick a mix of 91 octane and 93 octane as part of the five that come with this tuning device.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (9/29/2015)

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Good morning. If I order the Part Number:SCT-5015-ECOBOOST with 3 custom tunes, do you need any info from my truck with the order? VIN etc? Thank you.

Asked by: Matt - 9/21/2015

While we will need information about your truck, you will be a sent a Tune Sheet Email after you place your order that you will fill out and send back to us, so nothing will required at the time of your order itself.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (9/21/2015)

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I am looking for the best mileage tune for my 2014 Ecoboost F-150 3;73. Which custom tune would that be? Thank you!

Asked by: 2014EcoBoost373 - 9/15/2015

If you're doing mostly highway driving, then you'll want a Performance/Tow tune. If you're doing mostly street driving or a lot of stop and go driving, then you'll want an Economy tune. Frankly, I don't really recommend getting the Economy tunes, as they force the truck to drive a certain way that most folks don't like very much. Unless you're real desperate to eek out as much fuel economy as you can, I'd suggest sticking with the Performance/Tow tunes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (9/16/2015)

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So in the price, I get the factory loaded tunes plus the 3 custom tunes correct?

Asked by: 2014F150Eco3:73 - 9/15/2015

Correct. You get SCT's canned tuning selection, with an additional 3 5-Star Custom Tunes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (9/16/2015)

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Can you download multiple times for different vehicles on the same programmer?

Asked by: Stephen - 8/28/2015

You technically could, however, everytime you marry/unmarry the tuner from two different vehicles, it takes away from the total unlock count present in the device every time you marry the tuner to a car, regardless if it's the same two vehicles. That means you can burn through those 5 unlocks that SCT gives you extremely fast, and we don't really recommend it. Call us directly at 1-877-578-2433 if you have further questions.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/31/2015)

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Question concerning tune options related to octane rating. When using this tuner with custom it is obvious that you should be using the related fuel octane level based in the tune your using, ie- 91 performance/tow you will be using 91 octane fuel to prevent any possibly engine damage, however is this backwards capable? For instance can you run a 87 tune while using a higher octane? Say a 87 tune with 91 octane? I couldnt imagine this would cause an issue due to the fact that the fuel trims and spark advance setting, etc will be tuned for a lower octane fuel to prevent pinging, spark knock, etc, so running a higher octane fuel wouldn't cause any issues due to its ability to resist pinging naturaly? Thanks for the help!

Asked by: Nathan Carlson - 8/14/2015

You can always run a higher octane fuel than what you're tuned for. So, you example of using an 87 octane tune with 91 octane fuel will be totally fine. However, you can't do the opposite of running a 91 octane tune with 87 octane fuel, as the timing and spark advance changes from the tune can't cope with the lower fuel octane, and you'll get pinging, knock, and possible damage.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/17/2015)

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I have a 2014 f150 eco boost 4x4 lariat with the stage 3 motorsports cold air intake. I am not planning to tow anything. So if I want a range of 5 star programs for 87 to 93 octane what would you recommend? Do I need to change the spark plugs, or just the gap to 0.030". What should be my best expected hp and torque increases with this Chip and cold air intake system? Could you tell me the pros and cons for upgrading the down pipe? Would the down pipe addition give me a lot of bang for the buck? Thank you, Craig J

Asked by: Craigj - 8/13/2015

It's really going to depend on what you're using your truck for, your locally available fuel octanes, and what your future plans for the truck are. In general, I usually recommend getting a 93 Performance Tune (if 93 octane is available in your area, otherwise just a 91 octane Performance tune), a 91 octane Performance/Tow tune, and an 87 octane Performance/Tow tune. That way you can run around throwing down power, but also be covered if you travel somewhere that only has lower-tier gasoline. On the 2014 F150s, you should already have SP-534s installed, but they will likely need to be regapped down to .030" to avoid rough running and misfires. Just be very careful when gapping them down, as their iridium tips are extremely brittle. You may want to consider getting a new set of plugs if you have a decent amount of miles on your truck. Depending on the tune you're running, ambient conditions, and your truck's drivetrain configuration, you could see around 100 extra lb-ft of torque and 75 horsepower to the ground. The pros of running a downpipe are the fact that they're probably the best bang-for-your-buck upgrade, and they'll help you make a ton of power and torque. The cons are increased drone, and even rasp if you go with off-road downpipes, and the fact that you'll likely not be able to pass emissions testing, depending on your area.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/14/2015)

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I'm looking to order your SCT livewire TS tuner and wasn't sure if you needed my modifications or not? Thanks

Asked by: Jennipher - 8/12/2015

We will, however, we email you a "Tune Sheet" after you order your tuner that has information you need to fill out, including a list of modifications that you may have.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/13/2015)

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How do the stock tunes compare to say the 87/89/91 octane Perf/Tow or Performance tunes? Does it make sense to get custom tuning or stick with the pre-loaded tunes if you don't plan on heavily modding the vehicle? Light mods include intake and possible exhaust.

Asked by: Tom - 8/12/2015

There really is no comparison between the factory tunes and 5-Star's tunes. 5-Star's custom tuning really stacks on the power and provides muck more efficient and effective transmission shifting (if a bit firmer than stock). Granted the 87 octane Performance/Tow tunes won't have quite as much power as their higher-octane cousins, but that's to be expected. While you can just stick with a standard Livewire with SCT's tunes, if you're not going o mod heavily, the canned tunes tend to make a bit less power, the shifting isn't quite as refined with a custom tune, and you'll be kind of out of luck if you change your plans and want to do a more aggressive build down the road.

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I'm living in Canada so I wanna know how the warranty works?

Asked by: Bear - 7/27/2015

It would work as if you're in the United States, essentially. If you purchase the warranty, we'll cover Powertrain repairs if your local dealership refuses to do them due to the presence of 5-Star's custom tuning or the presence of performance parts, as long as you're within the mileage and year terms of the warranty, and you've obeyed all of the fine print of our warranty terms. The only thing Canadian customers need to keep in mind is that all payout limits are in USD and not CAD. If you have any further questions, please call us directly at 1-877-578-2433.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (7/27/2015)

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I have a 2011 f150 ecoboost that the intercooler has been modified by Ford. Do I have to take the modification off to get optimum performance from this tuner?

Asked by: Joe - 7/27/2015

It depends on the modification that your Ford dealer made to the intercooler. Your best bet would be to call us directly at 1-877-578-2433.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (7/29/2015)

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Hello and thank you for your time if I bought one of these for my 2012 F150 3.5L V-6 eco-boost and I wanted to put that back to stock tune trad it in and get a 2015 what what the new tune cost for the upgrade for the 2015 model ?

Asked by: Josh - 6/30/2015

If you're keeping the same device, then the price for new tunes for your 2015 would be $85 for one tune, $105.00 for two tunes, and $160.00 for three tunes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (7/1/2015)

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If my truck has 31,000 miles on it when I load the tunes from the SCT Livewire TS+ and I purchase the 60,000 mile warranty does the warranty cover up to 91,000 miles?

Asked by: Joe Wentz - 6/24/2015

It does not. It would only give you 29,000 miles of coverage. The warranty is up to 60,000 miles on the truck's odometer.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (6/24/2015)

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Can I actually turn off the traction control and advance trac with the sct live wire? When I hold the button for ten seconds it claims to turn off but the truck overrides it.

Asked by: Bruce - 6/18/2015

The tuner is not capable of totally disabling Ford's Advance Trac or Traction Control systems. On some F150s, you need to press and hold the Advance Trac button for five seconds while stopped, but may also need to press and hold it again at 30mph to totally turn it off.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (6/19/2015)

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is it fit 2015 f150?

Asked by: chang keun kim - 6/1/2015

Our 2015 F150 3.5L EcoBoost Custom Tuning is actually located here.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (6/2/2015)

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Hi, returning customer and thinking of some upgrades. In short, can you describe the difference between the stock engine software and a tuner such as this? What controls what and which parameters does a tuner change? Thanks in advance! -Tom

Asked by: Tom - 5/27/2015

5-Star changes a ton of different engine and transmission parameters, that I could be here all day talking about specifics. The key ones are boost pressure, fuel curves, ignition timing, spark shift pressures, and shift timing which results in improved power output and improved transmission function and drivability. If you want to get even more specific and technical, your best bet would be to give us a call directly at 1-877-578-2433.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (5/28/2015)

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Just wondering about the plugs and gapping. Bc I'll be running most of the time a economy tune. Was wondering If I should still gap to .030? Thanks

Asked by: Travis - 5/21/2015

Yep. New plugs gapped to .030" are still recommended for the economy tunes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (5/21/2015)

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What is the difference between the performance tune and the performance/tow tune? I assume the first is for max HP and the other is max torque?

Asked by: Brian - 5/17/2015

You're kind of on the right track, though the shifting of the truck is also different between the two tunes. The pure Performance tunes make more power than their equivalent Performance/Tow tunes, but the shifting of the transmission is extremely fast and firm, and the shift points are designed to keep your truck in an optimal power band for fast acceleration and horsepower. The Performance/Tow tunes come packing less overall power, but shifting is not as harsh and firm as the Performance Only tunes and keep your truck in a better position for low-end torque.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (5/18/2015)

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Does this tuner give and option for EGT pyros? I would like to run one on both manifolds but I don't want to run guages? I prefer having a monitor because it is a much cleaner look.

Asked by: Corey White - 5/14/2015

SCT does make a probe kit designed for use with the Livewire, but I'm not sure if the Livewire can run dual EGT gauges for each manifold. Your best bet would be to call us directly at 1-877-578-2433 so we can get more specific about what you're trying to do.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (5/15/2015)

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what tunes would be the best to get with the programmer for better MPG then which one for towing then which one for better MPG and towing?

Asked by: 2011 ecoboost - 4/27/2015

Any gain in MPG is going to largely depend on how you drive. In general, the Economy tunes (especially 91 octane or higher) will get you the biggest gain in fuel economy, with some people seeing a full 2 extra mpg over the stock tune. However, the Economy tunes do force your truck to run in a very conservative manner, and we generally don't recommend grabbing them. The next best tunes for fuel economy are the Performance/Tow tunes, which are also the ones you'd want t use for towing, and most folks see up to 1.5mpg over stock, assuming no change in driving style.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/27/2015)

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Can SCT performance live wire TS +Tuner adjust the tire size and gear ratios?

Asked by: Bear - 4/21/2015

Yup. On non-warrantied custom tunes, rear end gear ratio and tire size are left unlocked. On warrantied tunes, those options are left locked, and 5-Star will need to revise the tunes for you.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/22/2015)

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whats the difference in the 91 performance/tow and the 91 trans tune? is this included in the perf/tow tune or is it a trans tune that runs with all the other tunes, for example: 91 performance tune and the trans tune running together at same time? my question is how does the trans tune work if I'm running a performance tune or do they work together at the same time?

Asked by: MIKE - 4/20/2015

The "Trans Only" tune and the "Performance/Tow" tune do not run at the same time. They're two separate tunes. The Transmission only tune keeps your truck at its factory power levels and merely adjusts your F150's shift patterns for improved drivability. The Performance/Tow tune also adjusts your truck's shift patterns, but it also adds a bunch of horsepower and torque to your truck's output.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/21/2015)

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Does this product diagnose check engine codes?

Asked by: Steve - 4/17/2015

Yup. It can both read and clear DTC trouble codes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/17/2015)

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Can larger wheel and tire sizes be included (along with added performance parts) in the custom tunes for this programmer?

Asked by: Groundhawg - 4/14/2015

We send you a tune sheet after you order, and one of the things we require to know is wheel and tire size. 5-Star will then use the information on the tune sheet to create your custom tunes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/15/2015)

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I'm looking to purchase the #5015 ecoboost live wire tuner for my 2011 F150. My question is if I order that tuner does it come ready to plug into my trucks computer and input what ever tune I want to run out of the box, or do I have to use my laptop to activate and update the programmer first? I'm not verygood with techi things and stuff of that nature.LOL:) Next question is do you accept pay pal ?

Asked by: MIKE - 4/10/2015

The tuner will not actually arrive with any custom tunes loaded onto it. We need you to use the tuner to get the "Strategy Code" and other information off of your truck, before we can have 5-Star write your tunes. Once the tunes are written, they'll be emailed to you, and you'll hook your tuner into your home computer to put them on the device, which you can then put into your truck. We do take PayPal as a form of payment. Call us at 1-877-578-2433 for more information.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/13/2015)

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Do you guys carry the new model yet that has built in wifi and do you know the price difference ?

Asked by: Paul Williams - 4/8/2015

We're planning on carrying SCT's new Livewire TS+ once they become more readily available in sufficient quantities, and they'll likely just supersede the older Livewires as part of our packages.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/9/2015)

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Are there significant differences between the performance/tow and straight performance tunes? What's the benefit of having the straight performance tune over the performance/tow tune?

Asked by: Jay - 4/3/2015

I wouldn't say significant, but there is noticeable differences. The Performance Tune only has a bit more power and torque than the Performance/Tow tunes, but the pure Performance Tunes have much harder, faster, and aggressive shifting that makes it accelerate faster and feel more powerful, at the expense of some ride quality.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (4/6/2015)

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Hi, I have several questions. I have a 2013 F150 3.5L ecoboost. I am looking at the Livewire TS tuner. 1.) For the 93 performance tune I see it says for use on modified trucks. Can it be used on a stock truck safely? Or what is considered a modified truck (i.e engine work, trans work, etc.)? 2.) Is the trans tune just to sharpen shift points with no horsepower gains?

Asked by: Jordan - 3/23/2015

The 93 octane performance tune is fine to use on bone-stock F150s. That was merely an example of why you may want to choose one tune over another. The transmission tune is exactly that. It's an improvement in shifting and its shift points, but doesn't actually add any power or torque.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (3/24/2015)

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can you see your boost gauge on the tuner ?

Asked by: brendan - 3/17/2015

Yup. The Livewire can read boost pressure is psi, as that information is output through the OBD-II on the EcoBoost F150s.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (3/18/2015)

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I have a Superchip for my 3.5 Ecoboost. HP gain is good but shift time delay makes me redline constantly. Does this programmer allow manual adjustment to shift points and timing?

Asked by: GrinderGuy - 3/13/2015

The 5-Star custom tuning included with this tuner already adjusts shift points much more effectively than SuperChips tuning and are tailored to whichever tune you choose to run. Shift pressures are adjustable to some extent on non-warrantied tunes, however.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (3/13/2015)

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Any concerns with running these tunes at higher elevations? Or in colder winter climates?

Asked by: chris - 3/7/2015

It kind of depends on the elevation, but if you live in an area that's greater than 5,000ft, you may want to consider giving us a call directly so we can have 5-star make some purpose-built high elevation tunes for same measure.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (3/9/2015)

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Does the Livewire TS backup the existing factory tune before making any changes or have the means to do that and restore it if necessary?

Asked by: Perry Moon - 2/23/2015

It absolutely does. As part of the process of uploading your first tune, the Livewire downloads and saves your factory tune file and has an easy to use "return to stock"function.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/23/2015)

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I was wondering about adding tunes to this at a later date. My truck is completely stock at the moment. I want to get three tunes for it now. However, I plan on adding cold air intake and exhaust down the road. If I wanted to get custom tunes to accommodate these add ons, how would I go about ordering those? Also could you please give me an idea of how much each extra tune would cost me? Thank you

Asked by: Joe - 2/20/2015

Once you order tunes, you become part of our Lifetime Tunes Program, where you receive free tunes for life on tunable products that you purchase from Stage 3. In your case, basic bolt-ons like a cat-back system wouldn't require retuning, since they don't alter airflow enough. If you were to grab a set of downpipes or other hardware that did require tune, we would retune your truck for free, as long as you bought those parts from Stage 3 Motorsports.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/20/2015)

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Should I buy this product would you support logging and tune revisions for my elevation and climate? Free tunes for life?

Asked by: Shelton - 2/17/2015

We absolutely would, though to save time, you may want to consider giving us a call directly at 1-877-578-2433 and specifying that you need specialized elevation tunes for your truck. That way, we can limit the amount of times that you may need to datalog or get your tunes revised from the get-go.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/18/2015)

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Does this switch between tunes on the fly or do you have to stop and do a sequence to switch between tunes?

Asked by: Tyson - 2/15/2015

It can't switch on-the-fly on the EcoBoost F150s or gasoline trucks, unfortunately. You would need to stop and go through the whole tuning process in order to get a new tune running.

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Will this programmer put things back to stock, without a dealer knowing if anything was plugged into the computer if something happens that warranty has to cover?

Asked by: Taylor Dengel - 2/5/2015

While the tuner can return your vehicle back to stock, even that is not a guarantee that a given dealership won't be able to detect if your truck is tuned in an effort to deny warranty coverage. If you're concerned about your vehicle's factory Powertrain Warranty, give us a call directly at 1-877-578-2433.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/6/2015)

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Can this programmer take off traction control completely?

Asked by: Taylor Dengel - 2/5/2015

The Livewire is not capable of disabling traction control via user-adjustable settings.

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Can I remove the speed limiter or governor with this tuner?

Asked by: Dixon - 2/1/2015

5-Star bumps the speed limiter up to 125mph on non-warrantied custom tunes, but does not completely remove it to preserve the longevity of the driveshafts and transfer case.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/2/2015)

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Do you get to choose what data is displayed on the screen?

Asked by: Scott Chase - 1/4/2015

Yup. Both the gauge layouts and displayed PIDs are easily customized in a variety of different ways, and nearly any data output through your OBD-II port can be displayed as a gauge on the Livewire.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (1/5/2015)

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If i purchase the tuner will it void my factory warranty???

Asked by: David Finkler - 12/28/2014

Any aftermarket tuning has the chance of potential powertrain failures to not be covered by the factory warranty, de facto voiding it out. Still, all warranty decisions are up to individual dealerships, and its best to get a formal answer from your service advisor in writing.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (12/29/2014)

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I just recently purchased in 2014 eco-boost F150 if I buy and use this tuner will this void my factory warranty?

Asked by: Tyler - 12/3/2014

Your dealer absolutely can refuse to repair Powertrain components under warranty if they discover your truck was custom tuned, rendering it effectively voided.

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Does this have a boost gauge option to display?

Asked by: Kyle - 11/26/2014

Yes, the Livewire can display boost pressure on the EcoBoost F150s.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/26/2014)

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with the custom tunes can I adjust transmission shift points and firmness, like if I had 91octane performance/tow tune or is that option only in you have trans tune only? Also can I have custom tunes made for mods that I have on truck, I have Gibson 3inch cat back exhaust,afe CAI, afe bladerunner charge pipe? Also if I was to buy could you ship tuner with the custom tunes installed on it ? little worried might not download tunes on programmer correctly.

Asked by: Brian - 11/5/2014

All of 5-Star's tunes adjust the shifting of your truck, but don't leave those options open for custom adjustments. If you do want your transmission to shift a certain way, you can always contact us, and we'll see about getting you revised tunes. The custom tunes will take into account your other modifications. We can't load the tunes onto the device for you, because we actually need to send you the tuner in order to verify your truck's PCM strategy code.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (11/5/2014)

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Does this tunner let you adjust for larger tires? Does it remove the rev limiter?

Asked by: Jeremy - 10/8/2014

The tuner will allow you to adjust for larger tires. The custom tunes do not allow for the removal or adjustment of the rev limiter. Given that the EcoBoost trucks make peak power early in the RPM range, adjusting or removing the limiter is fairly pointless and can end up hurting your engine.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (10/9/2014)

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I have a 2014 Ecoboost I'm thinking about ordering one of your liverwire ts tuners with tunes for. I can only get 92 octane fuel here in Wa. Should I order the 91 octane tunes or 93 octane tunes for the biggest gains (safely)? I want to get the most out of the tuner that I can. Also, with a stock truck, do you typically see MPG gains over the factory tune?

Asked by: Bob - 9/20/2014

Your best bet would be to use 91 octane tunes with the 92 octane fuel to give you a better margin of safety. It's generally not a great idea to use lower octane fuel than what your truck is tuned for. You will see an MPG increase after tuning, even if your truck is stock. However, that does require you to maintain your currently driving habits. A lot of people actually see a loss in fuel economy after tuning, because they're punching the throttle all the time to feel that extra power. As long you drive for economy, you'll see better economy than stock.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (9/22/2014)

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can you use this programmer on the edge dashboard mount?or do they make a dashboard mount for this so I don't have a suction cup on the window?

Asked by: Jason - 9/16/2014

There's a way to modify the mount's extra adapter piece for the CTS with just a little bit of cutting to get it to work, but the Livewire will not directly drop into the pod.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (9/17/2014)

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I've purchased all of my performance ugrades through your company - including the AFE Cold air intake, cover, charge pipe, and solo exhaust...I want to purchase the livewire tuner next and probably the warranty as I like the peace of mind w/ the potential for the voided factory warranty. Can the warranty be purchased after the fact? Also- if I buy the 60k can iI purchase the 100k later and pay the difference?

Asked by: Jon - 8/19/2014

The warranty can be purchased later, however, we will need to send you a new tune that has a specific file format and locks out certain user-adjustable functions in order for us to know what tune was in your truck if anything were to happen. Unfortunately, you cannot split the difference between the two warranties. One must be chosen up front.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/19/2014)

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Looking at the AFR it looks like it is running beyond rich. I get they want to keep the motor cool, but what about the fuel burning in the cat? Have you had anyone saying its blowing cats out and getting a code for the rear 02?

Asked by: Mike - 8/15/2014

Keep in mind that the dyno graph you're looking at is for an 87 octane tune, which generally needs to run on the richer side to prevent pre-detonation, especially given that not all 87 octane are created equals with additives and whatever else further degrading its octane. Anyway, we have never had an issue with the cats or rear O2 sensors with one of 5-Stars tunes.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/18/2014)

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Can you adjust speedo/odometer for tire size with this tuner?

Asked by: Dwayne - 8/7/2014

You wouldn't be able to adjust tire size with a custom tune, mostly because we only warranty up to 35" tires on the EcoBoosts. However, we'll always be more than happy to adjust tire size, gear ratio, and anything else you need via a revised tune.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/7/2014)

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If I buy the warranty with this tuner does the warranty start from mile 0 or will the warranty start when I put the tune on, regardless of the miles?

Asked by: Brayden - 8/6/2014

The warranty begins when you load the tune, and you'll get the remainder of the mileage of the warranty.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (8/7/2014)

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Does 5 Star do custom tunes for trucks with aftermarket intakes and exhausts?

Asked by: Michael Wimberley - 7/29/2014

They do indeed, though you wouldn't need a full-fledged retune for basic cold air intakes and cat-back exhaust kits.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (7/31/2014)

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How do I purchase tunes only, to my existing sct x4 unit? Also, I have tried other custom tunes from other tuners but unhappy with ping/detonation issues and/or power gain is minimal. What do you recommend?

Asked by: arnan zulic - 7/22/2014

Tunes can be purchased alone in either as single tunes, a pair of tunes, or a bundle of three tunes. The most important thing you can do is make sure you're using the proper octane fuel that matches your choice of tunes. If you're still having a problems, then you'd be more than welcome to contact us directly so we could have you run a datalog and get your tunes adjusted from there.

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2012 F-150 EB Max Tow. I tow an 8000lb trailer, and plan to run the 87 or 91 towing tune. Would installing a 170° thermostat be a good idea as well? Engine longevity and performance is more important than fuel economy. I tow mostly in the southern US, so heat is a concern. Can the tuner adjust the fans, etc for the 170 t-stat?

Asked by: Keith 2012 F150 EB - 4/29/2014

5-Star can absolutely tune for a 170° thermostat, and if your truck is solely your towing vehicle, then a lower temperature thermostat isn't a bad idea. However, 5-Star doesn't recommend 170° thermostats for trucks that see more daily driving than anything else, due to the fact that the engine does need to run through it's factory-specified heat cycles for reliability and longevity.

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Does this tuner delete the top speed limiter, and I saw on another question you need the pcm and what other information do you need?

Asked by: Eric 2013 F150 FX4 - 2/13/2014

This Livewire tuner can alter and/or remove your vehicle's speed limiter. That being said, we DO NOT recommend completely removing the limiter due to safety and stability concerns.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (2/21/2014)

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I have a 2011 F-150 Ecoboost. I use it for towing my 5000 lb camper. I would like to see better gas mileage than the 8 I get not. Would I be better with 87 or 91 octane towing tune? I do not plan on any mods.

Asked by: Paul 2011 Ecoboost - 2/1/2014

We can build you a tow tune for 87 and 91, which is probably the best option. I think you will see better mileage with the better fuel (91).

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With this tuner how many times can I flash the computer in the truck or can I switch tunes as meant times as I want? And with the 5star custom tunes do I need to give you the PCM code on the truck to have you make the custom tunes?

Asked by: Hunter 2013 f150 ecoboost - 12/15/2013

You can switch back and forth between tunes as much as you would like. We do need the PCM code as well as some other info for custom tuning your ecoboost.

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I have an edge cts tuner on me truck already. Is the livewire a better route to go with?

Asked by: Scott F-150 ecoboost fx2 - 11/29/2013

The Edge System is diffidently nice but if you are looking for more power and specialized tuning then Yes the Livewire would be the better route to take and have the 5 Star Custom Tuning done.

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Answer provided by: Lou (12/6/2013)

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why cant you get a 87 octane performance tune??

Asked by: Chris 2012 f150 - 10/28/2013

You actually can get an 87 octane performance tune. You just need to call us directly at 1-877-578-2433. The reason we don't have a drop-down option for an 87 octane performance is because 5-Star strongly recommends using 91+ octane performance tunes on modified trucks. An 87 octane performance tune is available for vehicles that are basically stock.

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Answer provided by: Jason@Stage3 (10/30/2013)

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Are three tunes included in the price? Thanks

Asked by: Harry F-150 ecoboost - 10/1/2013

Yes, we include 3 custom tunes with this livewire.

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I'm interested in the sct livewire ts, I have minor upgrades to my truck, can stage 3 load the best tune options for my upgrades?

How fast would I be able to switch between diffrent tunes? I do a lot of camping and not all areas (US/CANADA) have the same octain fuels.

So I have a 2014 Ford f150 Ecoboost that just got a new engine, transmission, and turbos but the body has 185k miles on it. Would the I still be covered by the warranty since the powertrain the other parts of the powertrain only have around 1200 miles on them.

Hello, just ordered the tuner and was wondering what spark plugs are recommended as well as the gap? Thank you.

I bought a live wire from you guys about 4 years ago with custom tunes. My question is, has 5 star tunes gotten any better. More horse power and torque. Would it be worth it to order a new 91 performance tune or just stick with what I have. Thanks for your help.

Just got recall 19S07 from Ford. Will having this recall done affect the programs I have on my 2013 F150 (SCT Livewire TS+)?

What e3 spark plugs, or denso spark plugs would I need to run with the 93 performance tune?

Does the LiveWire adjust throttle sensitivity or would I need like a Pedal boost controller?

I just purchased this with the 87 octane tunes. I live in Colorado and we typically have 85 octane thru 89 octane. Can I run the 87 tune with 85 octane? Or do i need to start filling with 87?

After I installed the tuner, when I turn my truck off I notice a red flashing light on the tuner. Will this kill my battery ?

I have the Pedal Commander, installed on my 12 f150 ecoboost. Can the tunes be modified so i can still use the Pedal Commander? I like the ability to adjust (on the fly) the throttle response.

I just purchased this tuner, am I going to have to re-gap my stock spark plugs for this tuner with the 5 start 91 performance tune?

Does the tuner come pre-loaded with the 5-Star custom tunes I chose or do I have to get you guys to email them to me once it arrives? Thanks

How much power gains can you expect to see with a 93 performance tune on a bone stock truck?

Will using this be able to fix my speedometer accuracy since I am running taller than stock tires?

Hello, I use my 2013 4x4 3.5 ecoboost truck almost exclusively for towing. I already have the Solo performance cat back single exhaust and an AFE cold air intake. I am looking for tunes that will increase my mileage. Is this tuner the right option for my needs?

If I buy this tuner with custom tunes for my 2012, and decide later down the road to buy a new truck, could I swap the tuner and have 5 star reprogram new tunes with the new pcm strategy on that truck? And would it have to be the same motor in the new truck?

I just installed this item on my 2014 f150, I live in Georgia and was wondering if the truck will still pass emissions with it tuned. Or do I need to go back to stock?

So is there a three base tunes and if I want a more custom one then I send your the codes? Or is it not plug and play I have to wait till you send me the tunes?

With the purchase of this Can and will you do multiple custom tunes for catless Downpipes? Are the catless tunes loaded on the truck the same way as other tunes?

I am wanting to get the live wire with the 93 octane tune. Do I need to change my spark plug gap? If so to what measurement? Also if not, will a gap change help performance?

If I purchased the tuner with warranty tunes would I be able to change the tire size to 34x11? I saw that it said warrantied tunes have less options like tire size.

With this product does it always have to stay plugged in or if I unplug it will the tune still be loaded?

I put on the turbosmart dual port bov's and my 2011 f150 ran great. I then put on a aftermarket exhaust and the turbos seem to be hampered. If I got one these tuners and did a custom tune, would it bring my turbos back to life?

Is ta trans tune part of engine tune? Example: I am interested in 87 tow tune with chill trans tune, is this considered one tune or two?

2013 ecoboost I bought used about 1.5 years ago. Has 35 inch tires with 6 inch lift will this help on gas mileage on everyday driving and when I pull my boat? Thanks

I am looking at getting and SCT Tuner and I am curious why you chose to go with 5 star custom tunes versus morepowertunes? I am having a hard time finding much of a diffrence between the two and was wondering if you have had experience with both?

I live in Colorado and our octanes are 85,87 and 91. Is it possible to get a 85 economy tune?

I live in Washington State near Seattle where the highest octane fuel is 92. Do you make tunes for that specific octane?

Is the factory tow/haul mode affected with a tow/performance tune?

Once you do the custom tune, can you unplug the tuner if necessary? I have a Insurance thing that plugs in there for my discount, will that still work?

i live in Canada and i cant get 93 octane however there is 94 octane that is available is 94 octane all right for a 93 tune?.

Can/Will this delete traction control?

Does the warranty cover the truck up to 60,000 miles/5years from the time it was at 0 miles, or 60,000 miles/5years from the time you purchase the tuner?

What tempatures can the SCT livewire be in, I am currently moving to AK and I know the Temps can get into the negatives alot, will the livewire still operate in that cold of Weather If the vehicle is outside?

Hello, I have a 2012 ford f150 ecoboost. I currently blend 10 gallons of e85 with 15 gallons of 91 octane gasoline. Is there a tune that would work with my fuel?

What tunes would get me the best fuel mileage? I drive a 2011 v6 ecoboost. It is a daily driver and I don't haul stuff very often but I still want to have the option to switch to a towing or performance tune and get feel the power difference.

With the site x4 with 5 star tunning, the programmer comes with factory tunes and you have to purchase custom tunes or automatically you get to choose the tunes from 5star for free?

I have a stock 2014 F-150 Tremor. Will I need a custom tune for this truck since it has 4.10 gears ? Also plan on mods later on .

How do you all get my gear ratio and other internal information on my truck for the "custom tunes" ?

Can this tuner also re-calibrate the speedo on my truck? I installed larger tires so it's off now.

Is the livewire sct tunner for the f150 exoboost , is it detectable by the ford dealer ship if its taken out and re flash at to stcok ? Is there way they can tell ?

I have a 2012 f-150 ecoboost and live in Kentucky and was wondering what the best tune options would be for me?

Do I ever have to re-download my tunes or update anything once I do it originally, even if there are no upgrades or other modifications added? Or, after I do it the first time, I'm good forever.?

Can this tuner do the adjustments for tire size changes?

Can you do a custom performance tune for 92 octane?

I'm planning on buying his tuner with 5 custom tunes from 5 star. When I add future performance upgrades down the road (aFE charge pipe, intercooler, bov) will I get all 5 of my custom tunes updated each and every time, even if I only do a a part or 2 each time I upgrade?

Hey I'm highly considering getting the sct tuner for my 2014 f150. I have a few questions... I'm from Canada and Petro Canada gas station offers ultra 94 gas. Will this work with the octane 93 tunes? Also, if I were to add a aftermarket intercooler would I need to get new tunes?

My truck has 52k miles on it is there any restrictions on the power warranty as far as the mileage goes?

Is it safe to go back to the stock tune and leave the plugs gapped down for the custom tune at .30?

Can this tuner be tuned specifically to work in higher elevations? I'm at over 6000 ft?

Where does a camera hookup to this unit? I would like to hook one up for the front of my F150. Also will this tuner reset/configure the Tire Pressure monitor on the truck as well?

This SCT-5015-ECOBOOST is it basically the 5015P?

Can this tuner set you mph after putting on bigger tires from stock? I have 35 inch tires so,my speed is incorrect.

I currently live in FL and have access to 93 octane, however, some day I might move back to CO where I only have access to 91 octane. Down the road would I be able to swap out, no charge, my 93 octane custom tunes for the equivalent in 91 octane?

Good morning. If I order the Part Number:SCT-5015-ECOBOOST with 3 custom tunes, do you need any info from my truck with the order? VIN etc? Thank you.

I am looking for the best mileage tune for my 2014 Ecoboost F-150 3;73. Which custom tune would that be? Thank you!

So in the price, I get the factory loaded tunes plus the 3 custom tunes correct?

Can you download multiple times for different vehicles on the same programmer?

I'm looking to order your SCT livewire TS tuner and wasn't sure if you needed my modifications or not? Thanks

How do the stock tunes compare to say the 87/89/91 octane Perf/Tow or Performance tunes? Does it make sense to get custom tuning or stick with the pre-loaded tunes if you don't plan on heavily modding the vehicle? Light mods include intake and possible exhaust.

I'm living in Canada so I wanna know how the warranty works?

I have a 2011 f150 ecoboost that the intercooler has been modified by Ford. Do I have to take the modification off to get optimum performance from this tuner?

Hello and thank you for your time if I bought one of these for my 2012 F150 3.5L V-6 eco-boost and I wanted to put that back to stock tune trad it in and get a 2015 what what the new tune cost for the upgrade for the 2015 model ?

If my truck has 31,000 miles on it when I load the tunes from the SCT Livewire TS+ and I purchase the 60,000 mile warranty does the warranty cover up to 91,000 miles?

Can I actually turn off the traction control and advance trac with the sct live wire? When I hold the button for ten seconds it claims to turn off but the truck overrides it.

is it fit 2015 f150?

Hi, returning customer and thinking of some upgrades. In short, can you describe the difference between the stock engine software and a tuner such as this? What controls what and which parameters does a tuner change? Thanks in advance! -Tom

Just wondering about the plugs and gapping. Bc I'll be running most of the time a economy tune. Was wondering If I should still gap to .030? Thanks

What is the difference between the performance tune and the performance/tow tune? I assume the first is for max HP and the other is max torque?

Does this tuner give and option for EGT pyros? I would like to run one on both manifolds but I don't want to run guages? I prefer having a monitor because it is a much cleaner look.

what tunes would be the best to get with the programmer for better MPG then which one for towing then which one for better MPG and towing?

Can SCT performance live wire TS +Tuner adjust the tire size and gear ratios?

Does this product diagnose check engine codes?

Can larger wheel and tire sizes be included (along with added performance parts) in the custom tunes for this programmer?

Do you guys carry the new model yet that has built in wifi and do you know the price difference ?