2021-23 F-150 Tuner Instructions

2021 2022 2023 F-150 5.0L, 2.7L, 3.5L, 3.5L Hybrid tuner instructions. This video is for the tuner and the LME adapter cable. Also has some data-logging details at the end of the video

[@curtissalazar4880]

Thank you for this Dan! I am one of the people calling in for support here and there on a 21 Powerboost. Directions for the Mycalibrator Tuner are clear and direct however, for me, the excitement and nervousness that come with never tuning a brand new vehicle obscure some of the details needed to complete the process. This video really helps us with our trucks! Every time I have called in I have received all the support and info I need and have been very happy with the support thus far! Anxiously awaiting my E30 Performance Tune for my Powerboost with the Livernois Intercooler and Exhaust!!

[@jonathanclendenin3604]

Just bought one of your tuners for my F150, so this is nice showing what to do.

[@nealfox1976]

Thanks for the detailed instructions. 👍

[@UnknownUser_0000]

Excellent video. Extremely thorough and helpful. 🤝

[@derekheffernan3197]

The video makes it much easier and fully end-to-end

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

we are glad to hear that!

[@gopokemon3762]

Great video to go along with the directions that come with the My Calibrator Tuner. I just uploaded my 91-93 Performance Livernois Tune for my 2021 F-150 3.5 Tremor last week. Got the Tune in like a day. Great service all around. Extremely happy with it. Truck was already quick but after the Tune, a world of difference. I thought I read the directions carefully but did get stuck going to the outside ECU from the inside while attempting to load the Tune. Got a "No ECU found! Is the Key ON" error prompt. This was a late rainy night here in Hawaii so couldn't call. Figured out that I had to prompt one more step from the inside before going back to the outside ECU. I noticed in this video when loading the tune to the truck, you started with the outside ECU first then going to the inside? I hope I uploaded it correctly. I did see all the files upload while connected to the outside ECU and Truck is a lot quicker and more responsive so assuming I'm good. Thank you for the high-quality product with high quality service.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Thank you for the kind words, and we're pleased to know you got it all sorted. So long as it programmed successfully, then you're good. Our instructions state to start back in the vehicle as older versions require this to be done. And newer ones can also be done that way. But older units cannot start under the hood.

[@craiglamb9029]

Dan I finally got my Bronco 2.7 and Im waiting on you guys for my tune. C'mon LMS I'm getting anxious. Silver lake needs me this summer Lol

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We actually offer this in person with a custom, unlocked ECM.

[@Galo_Morales]

I have a question 🙋🏻‍♂️ for the 2021 powerboost how will the tune affect the drive modes? I mean will the tune affect all modes, sport, normal, deep sand, eco mode etc? Or will it only affect sport mode? I’m really excited to get this tune but this are my doubts

[@tedbear6012]

Eco mode still acts like eco mode ect. You really want to be in sport with traction off to play around

[@kriswinger9391]

Just curious if "eventually" your custom tunes for the 2021+ Ford F-150 2.7 EcoBoost will be 50 States emissions compliant? I had a 2020 Ford Ranger XLT Super Cab 4x4 with the 2.3 liter EcoBoost four cylinder with your custom "tunes" that ARE 50 States emissions compliant. Sadly here in Minnesota they are trying to adopt California emissions standards here so just wondering? I'm taking delivery tomorrow of a brand-new 2022 (off dealer lot) Ford F-150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 with the 2.7 liter twin turbo V6 EcoBoost. I absolutely loved your custom tunes for my 2020 Ford Ranger 2.3 EcoBoost, NO issues with them. I read that most of the tunes from other manufacturers are NOT to be sold in California.

[@FlatPlaneCranky]

Is livernois planing tuning for the new Tundra V6 twin turbo?

[@ulysesssalinas9320]

Wanted to ask with a 93 octane tune can i just add e85 since its flex fuel?

[@J10Beats]

I'm have a 2017 2.7L and don't have that LME cabke with my tuner. I'm guessing I don't need that LME cable since I have an 17'.

[@BoostedBoyd]

I'm running Livernois tunes on my 2022 F-150 5.0L for roughly 6 months now. Very happy with things. I do have a question about the Ford Pass auto update. Would it be a good practice to have the auto update disabled and tune back to stock before doing Ford updates manually?

[@joewolfe642]

So this is fully compatible with the 23' 3.5 Ecoboost ?

[@enzotrain]

Does Livernois revise the tunes? Ive had a tune on the truck for a while now. I haven’t changed anything on the truck. Are there any benefits by checking for updates or am I good with the original tune?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We do indeed update the calibrations over time. Without knowing which specific model, or calibration you have, we can't be certain if there's an update though.

[@haydenw.1529]

Was thinking about tuning my 2013 Ford fusion with the 2.5l NA since I got bolt ons on it right now not tuned and was wondering if it would waken the car up alittle bit even with it being a NA after a tune?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We do see solid gains on that car with our MyCalibrator tuner.

[@scoty_b80]

Is the install procedure the for your tuner you offer for 2019 2.7 f150? Not seeing much on your channel for the 18-20 2.7 eco's

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

it follows the same procedure except for not needing to program it under the hood. So the method, and steps are near identical. just instead of ever going under the hood, you stay in the cab.

[@Chubbydippin]

This was very thorough and helpful. Thankyou for the time and effort spent in sharing this product. Forgive me for what may be a silly uneducated question. I've never used a device like this and truly don't know. For a F150 5.0l, Is there a option or way to specifically pick just over riding or disabling cylinder deactivation and leaving all other factory tuned settings as is? Thanks again

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We have done many that have just wanted a revised single item, like top speed limiter, disabling of start/stop, or removing cylinder deactivation.

[@Chubbydippin]

@@LivernoisMotorsports Thankyou Sir

[@RobertKohut]

Oh boy, support will be busy...LOL 🙂

[@bani7asan]

Lets say you order three tunes, do you flash them to the ECU and then choose which tune to run via MyCalibrator tuning device?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

You would flash the ECU each time.

[@MikeTarlton]

2023 F-150 Raptor R tunable?😀

[@antiqueguardian5989]

Can a 2022 3.5l ecoboost twin turbo from an F150 be mated and tuned to a tremec 5speed? Quick time has the bellhousing.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

The ecm from these trucks cannot be used in a stand alone fashion unfortunately

[@tylerblodgett3489]

Does this retain the auto octane calibration that ford has? So if I have the 91 installed but put in 87 since the gas station didn’t have it, would it auto calibrate to the 87 octane?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Depending on which engine you have? Yes. At a minimum some are auto octane for 91-93 octane only. But others offer 87-93. It just depends on the engine and options chosen.

[@CompleteKitchenExhaust]

I just bought one for My 21 F-150. I love this tune! I’m thinking about ordering a 2024 F-150 5.0. Will my tuner still work?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Unfortunately the 2024 uses a completely different computer and is not tunable. We project it being several years unfortunately

[@Johnathon_Jackson]

Once you send a custom calibration do you all ask for a log of it during different loads and driving behaviors or is just a one and done thing?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

This depends on the goal and the modifications. Sometimes it's designed to be a one and done, others require logging and revisions.

[@mikelewis5015]

i had a problem with saving the stock tune, after doing the in cab steps, went to do the under the hood stuff and it said failed when attempting to save stock cal.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Typically "failed to unlock" just needs a second attempt, unless you're attempting to use it on a 23 Ecoboost equipped truck since those can only be done at our facility.

[@GL_615]

Does the tuner come with the adapter cable for the battery? Didnt show it in the picture on website.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Yes it does

[@GL_615]

@@LivernoisMotorsports thank you. I ordered one today. 🤙🏼

[@mikeledford5035]

​@@LivernoisMotorsportsI did not receive the LME cable adapter with my tuner. And I can't even get to the registration screen.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

@@mikeledford5035 All of our tuners, should include all cables required for the specific vehicle you purchase it for. If not, please contact our sales team during business hours as our team that monitors KZbin does not have the ability to assist with this.

[@tmacc9110]

For the last part with the PID’s, that part can be skipped correct? Once the tune is uploaded to the system under the hood, the tune is complete and we can disconnect and are finished?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

correct

[@gsxr1000jt]

Im wanting to get this for my 21 2.7. does this leave a breadcrumb trail? Don't want issues with warranty.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We always recommend being open and honest with your dealer, when doing so we have not had any issues with warranty.

[@wymanmore3982]

@@LivernoisMotorsports ANY 3rd party tune voids ANY manufacturer warranty. 100%....... Now, will a local dealer run a ECU scan to trace an uninstalled tune for warranty maintenance appt.'s? That's a risk you run.

[@Travisj9935]

​@@wymanmore3982Even though I'm pretty sure LM made the Ford racing tunes 😂

[@77_samjohnston]

Can I load your tunes through an SCT live wire ts+?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Our tunes only work on our proprietary software via our MyCalibrator tuning device.

[@chrissanders260]

Can the vehicle be driven while waiting on your tune to be sent back?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Yes it can

[@C92Moran]

Do they send out revised tunes on the weekends?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Typically on Saturdays. Please note it can take 2-3 business days to process once received.

[@mikeledford5035]

Can't get to the registration screen. And where do I get the LME adapter cable?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

The registration screen is the very pop up when you plug in the USB cord running our pc app. please contact our sales team during business hours as our team that monitors KZbin does not have the ability to assist with this.

[@JR10_RR]

Do you guys have a technology transfer program with Ford? I mean...you are right down the road...great to see that someone can consistently tune Fords after 2020.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

That would make life too easy. Unfortunately we do not.

[@mattdorsey9906]

Hoping there's a fix for the 23 Powerboost soon!

[@horseplop9]

Agree. That's a Bummer

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

There is for those local to the shop!

[@josipdolic6391]

Does tune gets rid of cylinder deactivation?

[@christian7200]

Yes

[@user-zs7mr9ff1u]

One thing this video leaves out is when you are inside the truck you need to take a picture of the screen showing your strategy ID # and other recorded codes so when you go to request a tune you don't have to go back inside your truck and look for all the codes.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We cover that @ the 4:00 mark and cover how to get that information, and the need to record it for later.

[@mikehoffy5765]

If u have to wait 24 to 48 hours for the tune, do u hook everything back up so u can drive?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Yes

[@joelramirez1549]

Do you guys have one for a 23 2.7 base stx ?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We do support the 2023, but it must be brought to our facility to have it done as we have to upgrade the ECM to do so.

[@aaaideas4U]

Will installing a tune void Ford’s Extended Warranty?

[@wymanmore3982]

Yes; any 3rd party tune installed on any vehicle voids any manufacturer warranty. 100%

[@Travisj9935]

​@@wymanmore3982stop saying this. It's all up to your dealer. And our local dealers won't gaf because they want their 5 star rating! 😂😂😂

[@jacobmoore6214]

Is there anything that can be done for a 21 with the 3.3

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We do support these as well, but there's not a ton of power to be had. It primarily addresses the transmission performance.

[@ponchovlogzofficial9503]

Does it take off the limiter?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

We can raise it, we do not remove it.

[@brandonUwanawich954]

Is this the same for 2022 Expeditions

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Yes it is

[@brandonUwanawich954]

@@LivernoisMotorsports do you make any down pipes for 2022s ? I been researching pre 2022 downpipes won’t fit for my expedition is the fi150 downpipes the same ? Thanks so much I’m about to order my tune from you guys

[@brandonUwanawich954]

@@LivernoisMotorsports I’m ordering a 93 and E40 tune I live in Florida so it’s hot all year around and the transmission tune tryin to find downpipes I already ordered a intake hoping for 480+whp on E30/e40

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

@@brandonUwanawich954 We do not unfortunately

[@aaronbrooks3913]

How come when I purchased this product it didn’t come with the adapter for the pcm under the hood? So otherwise I just paid $800 for something I can use to only check codes and clear codes…… I need answers.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Unfortunately we do not see your name in our database, so we cannot verify your purchase from us.

[@aaronbrooks3913]

@@LivernoisMotorsportscheck your emails. I sent you guys an email regarding this situation.

[@aaronbrooks3913]

@@LivernoisMotorsports I purchased from American trucks

[@aaronbrooks3913]

@@LivernoisMotorsports all I need to know is where can I get this adapter cable for under the hood.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

​@@aaronbrooks3913 Unfortunately I wouldn't have access to the ticketing system normally, but the original place of purchase would be who you need to contact so they can confirm what was sold and sent out to you as we would have no records of your transaction with a 3rd party vendor.

[@stevogotgame6952]

Does this tune by pass the 120 governors

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Yes. We do increase the speed limiter

[@stevogotgame6952]

@@LivernoisMotorsports nice I’ll be getting one soon hopefully

[@C92Moran]

Is a 2023 F150 3.5 tunable remotely?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Unfortunately not without visiting our facility first, and having us install an upgraded ecm.

[@rickmohler8629]

Does this work for a 2024 F150 Raptor?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Unfortunately as of this moment 2024 is not tuneable. We have a solution for 23, but it appears it will not work on 24.

[@CompleteKitchenExhaust]

@@LivernoisMotorsportsI was going to order a 24 5.0 F-150. Do you think it will ever be remotely tunable? I just bought a tuner from you guys for my 21 5.0.

[@ScottiPewPew]

Be aware the 2023+ Ecoboost models are not so easily tuneable - ford changed a lot of access intentionally, and as of April 2024 the only known way to tune a 2023+ model as shown here is a complete swap of engine control module to a 2022 or older system, or ECM swap per livernois. Either way, you cannot simply buy a tuner module or a tune at home DIY.

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

Technically thats only partially correct. 23 coyotes require nothing. 23 ecoboost/powerboost require a special ecm install and have since 2023, and we have offered this service since day 1 of 2023. 2024 is not tunable this way from our testing as the wiring harnesses have changed.

[@ScottiPewPew]

@@LivernoisMotorsports thanks. Edited for accuracy.

[@ScottiPewPew]

@@LivernoisMotorsports So the only way to tune a 2023 ecoboost currently is still to bring it physically to your workshop for an ECM swap?

[@LivernoisMotorsports]

@@ScottiPewPew We also offer it remotely for this as well

[@ScottiPewPew]

@@LivernoisMotorsportsfantastic, thanks for the update. On your website there is bold red lettering stating “*If a 2023 Model Year, This Vehicle requires additional hardware and processes to be able to tune and is only available in-house at our Dearborn Heights, MI facility”. Is that not the case for 2023 ecoboost tuner?