Ford F-150 3.5L Ecoboost Hard Brake Pedal: Vacuum Pump Replacement

[@adagre]

Found the issue they never replaced the blown fuse. Can't find one will have to go to dealer. Thanks for your informative videos. Nice to see someone who actually takes pride in their work and diagnosing things instead of being a "part swapper". Appreciate it!

[@stuartbrear6537]

Great videos Brian. I have just helped the owner of a 2012 F150 Ecoboost replace the latest of the 4 pumps this truck has had since new. The vehicle only has 154,000 km (about 95,500 miles). The original pump was changed under the 2017 recall just before this owner took possession from the Ford dealer in March 2018 at about 100,000 km (60,000 miles). Since then, the owner has paid the dealer to replace that recalled pump in 2020 just a little over 2 years ago ( the replacement warranty is 24 months, this one lasted 30 months so the dealer declined to replace it at their expense). The newest unit was purchased and shipped from RockAuto for just over $800 CDN and is identical to the last dealer installed Ford pump. The kicker here is that the Ford price is over $1000 CDN just for the pump alone, no labour. I was a parts specialist for a Ford dealership for 11 years between 1970 and 1981 while working through my mechanic’s apprenticeship. I have seen some examples of poor product back then and since, but this pump was an engineering fail of master proportions. No vacuum pump design should ever allow the pumped air or exterior water/dirt contaminated air to run through its crankcase and bearings. As a final note, the third Ford pump was made in the Czech Republic so the question is, did Ford ask a supplier for a cheap vacuum pump or did Ford provide the full design specs to that supplier? The answer will point the finger of blame.

[@Bigjamez2011]

This is most likely my exact problem . I replaced front and rear rotors and pads due to them being super rusty . It already has a new brake booster and reservoir. I literally have to stand in the brakes to get the truck to stop . Super stiff pedal no assist . Thank you man ! Checking mine tomorrow !!!

[@ArtStamos]

Ford puts together a good product, they make an effort to source quality parts, where Ford fails is long term testing, treat customers like they are disposable. Fords are a great value pre-owned just my 2 cents

[@devinbrita3770]

Awesome video, thank you so much!! Shop just quoted me $2,000 to replace… so I looked it up and was shocked how easy and quick you just did this

[@LeaseConstruction]

Much appreciated your video, switched my pump out in 15 minutes, saved me beaucoup dollars, also noted the replacement was plastic or at least sealed much better

[@user-ob1rh3cz7h]

This just started last 2 morning on my 2011 eb with 94k miles on it. Just wanted to say thank you for all your videos they help a lot!

[@mariarazo5103]

Got mine changed for free today. ford extended warranty to 10 yr/150,000 mile. all good now

[@skie6282]

Thanks for conforming this, mine is 130k

[@imanhashemi9297]

If there is ABS sound on top of hard brake right after start could it be ABS assembly issue or it is still the vacuum pump?

[@Miskini-tj6ec]

Mine just started doing this today. Hope it’s just the pump

[@TheGladhe8her]

If your vac pump is going can it make a load grinding sound??

[@DustinHuntsvilleAL]

I see this is old post but i am having same issue was the loud grinding ur pump?

[@sandor2960]

mine sounds like a blender on high, but it eventually works. going to have to replace it

[@kristopherthomas2814]

Any codes that are associated with the failure of this pump?

[@garson63]

My 2011 F150 EB with 62,400km vacuum pump assembly failed as you described in July 2015. Ford will not cover under warranty. Pump cost $515.99 + $160.50 labour (CDN). I had heard that Ford changed to a mechanical pump in 2013. It is definitely a safety issue and should be a mandated recall. By the time the vacuum boost activated the brakes I had driven through the intersection at the end of the street.

[@GuyOnYouTube]

Does this also exist on the 2015 aluminum body trucks, or have they revised the design in someway?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+jctevere They changed to a mechanical vacuum pump on the rear of the right head in 2013 model years so there should never be a problem again with this design.

[@MrRydouglas]

Did the faulty vacuum pump cause a loud noise at start up of the engine as well? I am having trouble with the brakes and have a loud hum every time I start it.

[@V10PDTDI]

I was thinking the air outlet should be connected to dirty side of the air filter houshing or some were dry so that pump dosent get moisture from spray of the car in front when its raining even worse in winter conditions were salt is on the roads.

[@bruth6138]

Great videos. Thanks for the contribution. I have noticed the 2015 have a hard break pedal in the a.m. but goes soft right when I fire it up. Is this how they system works since its an electric pump?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+K Ruth 2015 uses a much more reliable mechanical pump driven by the camshaft. Yours is exhibiting normal operation.

[@bruth6138]

Thanks for the response. I would have never guessed they would ever do an electric pump for the brakes like on any truck. Interesting that the 5.0 and Ecoboost have different braking systems. Thanks for the reply.

[@conor8321]

In the morning I wait a minute for the secondary vacuum to kick in or I'll back into my neighbors driveway across the road because I can't brake!! I learn so much about vehicle mechanics owning a ford..

[@Avatheskibidiaplphadog]

Conor D does it make a "Moooooooo" noise..

[@EricH4777]

Could this cause waste gate actuator issues?

[@jimsymko1716]

Just wanted to add. Mine was replaced March 2016. I needs replacing again, but it’s not covered because it’s a one time fix so I have to shell out for this one. Just wondered how many others are having this same problem of fixing it twice. Ford should be keeping track of this.

[@justinburger9221]

jim symko did it fix your problem? I just did mine and the harness but it’s still vibrating

[@toddyaso]

Mine was replaced in Aug 2017 and it has failed again. I suspect the vacuum hose didn't fix the issue. They want me to pay to fix.

[@RailFan-xq2hq]

Just purchased my 4th pump at 67,000 miles and Ford will not replace....again, they just threw the same junk part in and now tell "so sorry its out of warranty".

[@superbuttfoot]

Thank you for sharing, gonna save me a lot of money, dealership wanted $1,100 to change it

[@greglambert1555]

Have a 2011 F-150 with 80K miles and it's been making the noise for almost a year now. No issues with the brakes but the pump was increasing in noise. Part is $345 from Rock Auto and it went in like a charm. Over $450 from the local Ford dealer. If you can screw in a light bulb, you can replace this. Ford gets $300 in labor to replace this and it took me 30 minutes - I need to get paid that hourly rate... Took the ends off to see the diaphragm and there was a ton of corrosion inside. Worse than the video. Surprised the pump even worked. I agree the new plastic replacement shouldn't corrode so much as the aluminum original.

[@greglambert1555]

***** BRPV10

[@rickjames9477]

Another quality looking ford component!

[@jesselee155]

I just bought a 2011 a few weeks ago and noticed the vacuum pump making noise shortly after startup (but it still seems to be working). Would it be worthwhile to remove the vacuum pump, take off the covers you removed in the video and spray some silicone lubricant to hopefully get as much life out of this thing as possible? As luck would have it, I’m at 160k & out of the recall window. Thanks!

[@scottjaphet]

Did you try cleaning and lubing it? Im curious if you had success w that if so?

[@sethatlyonsautogroup5307]

Does this pump run the 4wd system as well? I have a loud compressor like sound at start up and when trying to shift into 4wd. The truck will not go into 4wd right now and make the sounds when trying to engage. 2012 XLT F150 Ecoboost.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Seth at Lyons Auto Group This pump supplies vacuum for all items that need vacuum on the truck which are fed off of the vacuum reservoir.

[@sethatlyonsautogroup5307]

+FordTechMakuloco ok. the vacuum pump is definitely failing and the 4wd won't engage. I assume these problems are related?

[@MAI-zl3li]

could this be a cause for the IWE's to want to engage? Already changed out vacuum lines, check valve and IWE's and it was fine for a while but all of a sudden started to make a loud grinding noise at highway speed intermittently. Goes away if 4x4 is engaged. I'm thinking if this helps create vacuum it might be the problem?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

You would feel it in the braking before the IWE. I would go straight for the IWE solenoid itself.

[@MAI-zl3li]

@@FordTechMakuloco got it. Well it's the last piece of the puzzle before looking into hubs. I'll give it a shot, thanks great channel. Truck is a 14 BTW.

[@Dr650rob]

The brake pedal on my 10 mks ecoboost loses all of its pressure when it sits over night but it seems to come back when I start it. It has Park assist

[@firetrainer97]

So I had the pump replaced by the dealer through the recall. Pulling out of the lot, loud brake noise from now from REAR of truck. Asked the adviser, he gives me a line about condensation from the car wash. Obviously that is not the problem. Week passes. Noise still occurs every time after truck has been turned off for about 10-15 minutes, (not as bad if truck has been idling) and when truck moves forward or back, no brake applied. noise goes away after about 20 seconds. Dealer now says my brakes are bad and I need a complete brake job, including 4 new rotors. I think the problem has something to do with the vacuum pump replacement. Thoughts?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Cliff Haynes Your brakes don't just go bad, the new pumps are noisier though than the old ones. Are you in chicagoland I can take a look at it.

[@firetrainer97]

+FordTechMakuloco in iowa. brakes at 3mm, 70k on truck. will get them replaced before big summer rv trip. But I think normal brake wear and noise are separate problems. have appointment for second opinion.

[@drewclayton1542]

I was experiencing this issue, and bought the part off Rockauto and installed it following your instructions. It is definitely much better now, but if I am starting off going downhill, my truck still experiences a little bit of this issue, although it is much faster at stopping now. Is that just going to happen now, or could I have done something wrong? Thank you for the help!

[@edspencer7121]

Typical pourus aluminum castings, and yes, bad placement on Fords part for such a critical safety item. But Ford must have realized this and recast the vacuum pump housing in plastic for the replacement part which should greatly reduce the moisture/corrosion problem. Great videos and keep up the good work.

[@TheArfdog]

+Ed Spencer lol porous aluminum casting? Have you ever worked on actual cast parts? Porosity is rare.

[@leegutierrez2508]

Do you have to boost it after u pet in a new pump? Thats what my dealer ship is telling me

[@80whitetail]

I have a 2012 F-150. My symptoms were hard brake pedal on cold startup when backing up and hard brake pedal when I drove long distance going forward. I would tap on the brake and it would get soft, but than it felt like built up pressure again and the brake pedal would get very hard again. I took my truck to the dealership and they replace the vacuums pump, took three trips... I drove my truck and I am not getting the brake issues going forward however I am still dealing getting hard brake pedal on cold startup when backing up. I took it back to the dealership this week and the tech said he felt the hard pedal in reverse on cold startup and wants to try replacing the ABS sensor. I'm frustrated because when someone says they want to try something that makes me thing they don't know what the problem is and they are just throwing parts at it, and since I am paying for the parts I'm not ok with spending unnecessary money on something. What do you thing? Can anyone help or give input?

[@scottking3349]

Scott Alan did you figure this out? Same thing is happening to me now. They replaced the pump today, but I still felt the hard pedal on reverse.

[@worthyseafoods6560]

Great Video. Pretty sure thats my problem. Can't seem to find one online. Any suggestions?

[@inventorup3956]

I might have a new way to push pistons in an engine so won't have engine vacuum. Can this pump work stand alone to provide vacuum?

[@TeknoVkng]

Would this effect letting off the break and getting a little clunk?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+AllBrodUp No

[@TeknoVkng]

Thank you! I do have that when my truck is cold. Replaced the pcv valve and 90% of it went away. lol

[@rhouser1280]

Does this supply vacuum to the IWE on the ecoboost also? I'm having an issue with the 4X4 not dis-engaging. I know there were issues with water in the IWE, before I replace my wheel ends, should I change this pump too?

[@smcarbon]

Could this also happen simply because it's cold? I have the same experience when I'm driving in the snow. It seems that the brake pedal is rock solid and I can't press it in and the drivers side tire seems to rattle/shutter and I don't seem to have any traction at all.

[@70carlton]

was the new unit a plastic case?? I would keep that old one for the recall so you can get a spare for that corroded lump

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yes it was all plastic so this should not be an issue anymore.

[@smcawho]

Assuming this also provide vacuum for the 4wd front hubs? Only in the morning and occasionally when just starting out after start I can hear the hubs making noise. On slow roll, and usually when braking is when I hear this low fringing sound. I will switch to 4wd and the noise does not continue. I have never had any brake pedal issue. Comments? Thanks

[@dusannaus4214]

Awesome explanation of the failures the engineers. I do have a second time that the some problem. I am still the owner of this vehicle. So sad I can’t clamping my seconds pavement (almost CAD $1,000.00). I did contacted FORD the Headquarters and tolled me that pay only once for this RECALL. If you van it to keep your vehicle, you paying for there technical BUBU. Video and the explanation in it is very educational. Thank you for the advertising and the explanation of the issue. Dušan from BC, VANCOUVER ISLAND.

[@joseluisruiz3789]

So is the flex part of this Ecoboost engine experience? I am buying the last model year of 2020 and want to get the Ecoboost for the extra power but wanted to know if all Ecoboost engines have problems and if I should stick with the non Ecoboost? The reason I want the flex is because the space that crossover has meets all our family needs. Checked out the Durango and has no trunk space, checked out the traverse but it's almost the same as the enclave space wise and I am not a mini van kind of guy so the flex met my needs, even the explorer felt a little cramped from the second row seating. And I need the 3rd row lol, I checked out an expedition but it's too expensive for the base model. 🤔

[@robertkehoskie9587]

Any recommendations on where to buy this pump? All the items in the links are sold out and having a hard time finding these online in general. Local dealer wants $800 for it. Thanks.

[@dantremblay3634]

Great videos. I've watch a few this morning. I have 2011 ecoboost that has seen the dealership for repairs a few too many times I think. Brakes, wiper arm and a vaccum pump. Scary thing for me is the vaccum pump is going again. Had it replaced a year and a half ago so it is not under warrantee anymore. I will be changing it myself once it goes again thanks to your video. I agree this should be a recall do to it being a safety issue...

[@schuylerolivier9234]

I have questions about the vacuum pump... My dealer also told me the reason why when I switch to four-wheel drive and it shutters when I give it gas like it's not engaging correctly it's because the vacuum pump is that true?.. Something about it's not enough pressure?

[@michaelrabig1207]

What did this happens and you feel grinding through the pedal? And then suddenly it goes away?

[@pollocruz2229]

Can you make a video on a 2005 f150. Brake pedal hard. Replaced brake booster, master cylinder...and still have a hard brake pedal. Thank you

[@pollocruz2229]

I also replaced the check valve.

[@elrican09]

Does anyone know why mine is noisy? I just replaced mine with a new one from ford and it make a loud vibrating noise.

[@MrNeco1985]

Yes ,same thing by my F150. Did you find what could be?

[@agkoh]

Could this also happen in a 2010 Explorer V6?

[@cliftondavidpowell]

My truck would make a squealing sound in park and in reverse. I took it to the dealer and they said it was the vacuum pump. Glad I fixed it before I had actual braking problems.

[@danielMartinez-lv1cd]

Is the 2013 3.5 eco boost vacuum pump behind light also?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

no

[@ThePhotographyHobbyist]

Is the setup the same on the 2014 3.5 F150 EcoBoost or did they change the design by then and it's no longer an issue for the 2014s?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

openbloom No on the 14's I am seeing a Cam mounted vac pump like I said they should of had years ago.

[@ThePhotographyHobbyist]

FordTechMakuloco Thank you. Hey if you ever do a video on TSB 14-0134, I would really love that. I see lots of guys talking about the noise (moaning or groaning sound coming from the transmission apparently) and that TSB is supposed to fix it. I'm curious what all is involved, but someone posted notes from their repair docs that said a separator plate and a seal was installed....so it sounds pretty simple and hopefully cheap. If my warranty runs out before this gets fixed, I'd be willing to pay to have the TSB performed, but I'm hoping the dealer will take care of it under warranty as soon as mine consistently makes that groaning noise and vibration (usually happens under light acceleration as it shifts between gears, around 2000 RPM). Others have reported theirs started out like mine and finally progressed to the noise when shifting from park. So far my noise/vibration is only while driving.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

It all depends on build date if it gets a valvebody or just a separator plate, not a big job but expensive. We don't see many of these at all.

[@ThePhotographyHobbyist]

FordTechMakuloco as far as you know about that problem, is it really just more of an annoyance and it won't really cause any true problems other than just the noise?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

As far as I know it is just a hydraulic flutter noise no affect on durability.

[@srercrcr]

Maybe letting the engine idle longer at startup to build up the vacuum?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yes you could but this is the point of the pump. So it should just work.

[@srercrcr]

FordTechMakuloco Yea but at $600?? Ouch!! Thx

[@2012jwright]

@@FordTechMakuloco very late response/question to this. But, will it eventually cause the brakes fail completely, or is that the extent of it? Just a hard brake on initial start up.

[@chad9615]

When this starts to fail will it start buzzing on brake application? Ford won't help me out

[@tomasgarcia2615]

Where can I buy the pump and bracket. Can't seem to find it anywhere

[@FordTechMakuloco]

They don't exist.

[@danwormsley2363]

Changed vacuum pump and check valves at booster and inline and have no power to pump, fusez and relays all checked out ok. Any ideas? Still have hard brake at start and Drivers side brake issue, sticking and eating pads. Hel

[@vidrioandsonstrucking2422]

i replace the bacuum pump and fuse too and no wire voltage do you know the problem?

[@kirkolmsted]

All the pumps listed in your comments are currently unavailable. I'm about to put my sixth pump on my 100,000 mile 2011 f-150. Of the six Ford paid for two of them. Time to replace it again it's starting to get noisy assuming I can find one.

[@AO-bm1pi]

Will this effect my 4x4 vacume having problems

[@Oddman1980]

When I was a teenager, I had a car that used a hydraulic brake booster. It ran off of the power steering pump. The car used to have one of those wonderful 1980's GM diesels, but had been replaced somewhere along the line with a normal 350. I wonder why this isn't used anymore? It worked fine in the case of this old car.

[@richardcoltman9177]

Have you run into the problem where the vacuum pump leaks down during the night?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

richard coltman It shouldn't there are multiple check valves for this.

[@tamps2147]

Took mine back to the dealer they said they put a new one in. They were traying to charge me to re-boost. Would a new brake vacuum booster need re-boost after instal? The next morning the problem was there again not breaking. Do i need to re-boost?

[@kbsig295]

Any idea why my brakes would not be returning all the way? Just got a booster/master cylinder replacement now my pedal feels lits it's not returning all the way and the brakes are dragging a bit. (2013 3.5L)

[@buckeye4oh4]

2011 eco with this problem. Mines actually a Canadian one. They have a recall for it, but since it’s the Canadian models only I’d have to go to Canada to get it done. Talked with local, US, and CAN Ford and can’t even just send me the part. Guess it gives me a reason to drive a few hours to Canada and get it done, once Covid gets under control of course..

[@justinburger9221]

Just replaced my pump and harness and it still vibrates. Not like it did before but is this normal and I’m just noticing it because of how loud it was before?

[@chrisholmes9610]

Great video. My 2014 F150 has been at the dealer for a month, and they have replaced the booster twice, and the cam driven vacuum pump, and I still have hard braking at idle only. If I drive vehicle, it brakes fine, but if idling for a bit, system loses vacuum and I get hard braking. They say my engine idles 70 RPM lower than normal, and that is the reason for the loss of vacuum at idle. Any thoughts?

[@HillBilly_Hombre]

Hello I know I'm a few years behind bit did you ever figure this problem out, I have a 2014 xlt 3.5 that's doing the EXACT same thing as yours, replaced the booster, bled the brakes now getting ready to replace master cylinder, ...I need another option if this doesn't work as well

[@inoneofthewoodsofla1657]

Just did a 2017 Ford fusion vacuum pump drove fine until customer claims it died mid drive, car now cranks but sounds like no compression is there? Any help is appreciated

[@MrPami9899]

do the f250 with 6.2 l v8 have that crap in it too?

[@chadqueckboerner6423]

Got mine changed under the warranty 3 years ago. My second pump is going out already with only 85k total miles. Ford says the let alone is $800 and warranty won’t fix a second time. Any place to look or links for a cheaper alternative?

[@azaleajade83]

Help!!! All three links show the part is currently unavailable

[@simoncantin6230]

Anyone a replacement pump from an other vehicule/brand ? Heard the GM 3.6 v6 pump should work ?

[@nickolinkz202]

Is it okay if the vacuum pump make noise because my make noise each and every time I stop and put my truck in reverse

[@Wittyusername82]

Any idea if this was updated or relocated in the current gen trucks? I have a 2015 3.5 Eco.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

2013 and newer trucks use a mechanical vacuum pump.

[@Wittyusername82]

FordTechMakuloco thanks Brian, any issues with those or are they pretty reliable?

[@schuylerolivier9234]

And also is this the same fix for a 2014 Ford f150 EcoBoost?

[@85tkern]

Do you have a fuse in 64? Mine does not. But the brakes were working before so I’m not sure what’s going on. 2014 limited eco here.

[@WizzRacing]

Least the new one was reinforced nylon housing. I have no clue why someone would use an aluminum body. Tbe electrical current to run the motor is creating moisture and electrolysis. Anything short of a chrome lined bore would fail pretty quick.

[@altlandf]

No it's the ethanol in the fuel. That crap draws water in like a magnet. And the reason Ford doesn't recall it $$$$ and greed.

[@WizzRacing]

How does gasoline get into a power steering electric unit? And no Ford, GM or any other auto maker will warranty ethanol caused problems. As they have told the government mandate to use the stuff would cause problems, even on new vehicles. So the government should cover any damage it does as their the ones that mandates it's use. Besides using ethanol gives you less milage not more. So it's counter productive. It also raises fuel cost as there are summer blends and winter. All this extra cost is put into the refineries which is passed onto us!

[@bladder1010]

I blame Global Warming.

[@TheArfdog]

+altlandf He isn't using ethanol. Failure.

[@doorguner01]

Claude Rains when you say government you mean taxpayers it should come out of the paychecks of politicians who's responsible for this but ethanol farmers love the subsidies so they keep the cycle going!

[@matthewfuller8867]

Good Morning Sir, I found your video on the Ford Truck Forum and I am experiencing the same problem on my 2011 Ecoboost. As I am still under warranty I would like the dealership fix my pump. Do you mind if I send this video to my salesman as you explain it further explains the problem? Thanks for the help!!

[@matthewfuller8867]

Matthew Fuller

[@matthewfuller8867]

Matthew Fuller I should have read better...."as you explain the problem well in the video"

[@70carlton]

can you tell me about that rubber "gasket" I see on the inside edge of your left fender? I did not have that on my 2010 f150 and I dont have it on my 2013 f150 ecoboost What is that there for? Noise? thanks Robert B

[@FordTechMakuloco]

That long foam strip is to keep noise in the engine compartment from the ecoboost engine.

[@rogerlawrence1]

I got a letter yesterday saying that it was now covered under warranty... 100k 10 Year on the Vacuum Pump. (2012 FX4)

[@Matt0012873]

Thank you for the video. I'm learning a bunch from your detailed explanations. Can you clarify something for me? My pump has a blown fuse, shows continuity through the harness, but no voltage when the truck is running. Also, the first check valve up the line from the pump seems to operate in the wrong direction, I have vacuum (from the engine) if I disconnect it there but vacuum seems like it would be blocked from the pump.

[@vidrioandsonstrucking2422]

do you fixded you problem i got same problem no voltage wire i put new fuse

[@Matt0012873]

@@vidrioandsonstrucking2422 Kept occurring and ended up needing a new vac pump.

[@vidrioandsonstrucking2422]

@@Matt0012873 I took it to the dealer and i replaced the fuse and the vacuum pump too and cable that goes to the pump has no power. it put the pump directly to the battery and it just clicks. does the pump need to turn on and suck or is the clicking normal?

[@Matt0012873]

@@vidrioandsonstrucking2422 I don't remember anymore. How many wires on the connecting harness? Possibly needs a switch or sensor somewhere to activate if more than two?

[@Matt0012873]

IIRC, the engine produces some vacuum, just not enough to maintain all vac functions on the truck, which is why I could feel vacuum and thought my pump was working when it was not.

[@adagre]

Had the TSB done on my 2011, they replaced the pump. Still doing it after sitting for a day or two.

[@squeezyjthunder5077]

Mine started making a terrible grinding sound 6 months after I bought It, so I replaced It from rock auto. It was only $350 after shipping. Just a year later this new one is already making that grinding sound, and from what I have researched that means it’s going to go out soon. Part is $475 now, luckily I have a 2 year warranty on the part so I don’t have to pay for It, but It’s odd to me It already went out…maybe a bigger issue

[@brianfagley1304]

is this possibly why you have breaking shudder at highway speeds?

[@gitzenhpd]

I have a 2013 F150 ecoboost XLT....some times, when shifting from reverse to drive (cold and warm) i can hear a groaning sound once the trans goes into drive. It seems to be coming from the middle to the front of the truck, kind of odd. Didn't know if you have experienced this issue. Thanks for any help....oh and my truck has 16K miles. Thanks a bunch!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Robert Gitzen Yes I have a whole video on this- Ford Vehicle Noises: #2 Ford F150 2013-2014 Buzz Noise Shifting Into Gear TSB 14-0134

[@justinboonstra3906]

So i noticed my pump was getting really loud (brakes still feel fine) so i ordered a new one and its doing the same thing. Both the original and new pump are plastic housing. Is it possible i got a defective pump or is there a check valve broken somewhere?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Justin Boonstra Pump is self contained I would say if the pump is real noise to exchange it for another new one and go from there it should be nice and quiet.

[@justinboonstra3906]

FordTechMakuloco ok i went ahead and exchanged it but needs to be ordered. i have a short clip of the noise on my youtube if interested. Thanks for the reply and keep up the great vids!

[@williamminer540]

Had this problem on my 2012 F150 3.5 Eco. Thankfully I was still under warranty.

[@MrGoodtime1301]

I have a 2014 F150 Ecoboost 4x4 and I'm getting a strange grinding/growling noise under acceleration during the approx. the first 10 - 15 mins of driving. The noise is usually loudest from a complete stop to approx. 45 mph, after this speed I don't really notice it. After the truck is completely warm the noise doesn't seem to be there as well. The noise began happening infrequently but has become louder and more consistent. I have read that people who are also having similar problems find that its an issue with the vacuum pump. It has been to the dealer and they claim they cannot hear it. So far no other immediate problems with the truck. It has right at 30K miles. What is your take on this? Is there anything I can do at home to try and determine the problem. I have visually looked at all the vacuum lines that I can see and they look fine. I would appreciate any input, I'd like to get this problem solved ASAP. Thank you.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Sean Ponce Are you sure it is not the IWES in the front wheels? They are very common on these still and can sound like a grinding brake vibration.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

FordTechMakuloco I say this because yours being a 14 should not have this stand alone vac pump it should have one that is driven off the passenger rear cam.

[@MrGoodtime1301]

FordTechMakuloco​ I have also tooken this into consideration after researching exactly how that system works with that said, I have inspected the vacuum lines that run to the hubs to operate the system and they seem to fine. I'm not sure what else I could do in order the determine that it could be a problem with IWES. Any suggestions?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Not much else you can do but catch the noise and switch to 4wd when it happens and see if it changes or goes away. The iwe's themselves still fail all the time.

[@marioncobaretti2280]

pump needs to be made of all plastic and should be relocated in engine compartment

[@toddyaso]

My recall was done in Aug 2017 and the pump failed again 2 years later. It doesn't seem like the moisture problem was fixed by the recall. Ford Customer Service won't replace a second time; now I have to pay.

[@3ishJames]

Same here mine lasted less then a year. Have not replaced it yet

[@RobMan]

Is there a way to prevent it? i.e seal it somehow before it happens?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Rob Man You could definitely try a sealer around the end caps. But I think most of it is coming in through the air intake port.

[@tattoochef]

I had a rock hard brake pedal going down the highway at 70 miles an hour. Could this still be the cause?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

yes it is need for boost situations like highway driving.

[@MaxMotoYYC]

I was thinking of buying a Ford because they are cheap and good on gas and my Tundra is getting old. I have an 08 Tundra did nothing but oil changes and breaks. Is it that common to have this much problems for F150's? I need hte truck for work and need to have a reliable work horse.

[@josephutuadoPR]

stay with Toyota I own 6 fords

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Marc Vencer Just on the 3.5l ecoboost truck otherwise they are pretty reliable. We don't see too many of them which is really good considering there are allot of them on the road.

[@josephutuadoPR]

toyota is just better

[@josephutuadoPR]

www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2014/10/06/nhtsa-steering-probe-ford-fusion-milan-mkz/16815331/

[@AndresDariusJoseph]

Man I'm trying to fix up my 400000kms ecoboost, need driveshaft, phasers, timing chain, manifold and studs, brake vaccum pump anything you recommend I doing while replacing these things seeing high kms?

[@AndresDariusJoseph]

It's a 2011 still runs and drive great everything beginning to fail one by one but I'm trying to keep on top of it I'm confident it will run at least another 100000 kms

[@robolson1576]

I have a 2012. The pump is intermittent. Most of the time it happens at 70 mph. So it is no longer a slow speed problem.

[@mikeg3529]

Honestly amazed there isn't some sort of shutter wheel, or hall effect on that motor to monitor it and make sure it is actually turning, or maybe a vacuum switch or something. Funny how something like an electronic smog pump will trigger a check engine light if it seizes. But when this pump seizes up there is no warning indicators at all, even though its a huge safety issue

[@speed4sale]

My thoughts exactly. Wifes brakes completely failed

[@watershed44]

It looks like the covers were missing a gasket completely. Is there any thing actually there (ie actual gasket or silicone bead)?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

watershed44 Yes in the ring of the cover but it is all hard and deformed no more sealing going on there.

[@marioncobaretti2280]

since 98 ford in total across there car /truck lines are becoming expensive with all the problems. seems theres no end insight

[@nicholaselias8542]

mercedes benz did something similar by going with all electronic brake-by-wire brakes... there was an electronic motor that actuated each corner with it's own pressure. Good thing is that it provided amazing stability in skidding/sliding conditions. Bad thing is if it failed you were F$%^d. They provided a small slave piston to actuate the brakes in case of an emergency but it took 10 times the stopping distance/pedal force!!!! And to replace that unit makes this repair seem real cheap lol. Not to mention it made it hard for DIYers to do their own brakes because of the fear of it actuating a piston while it was off the rotor. Little did people know all you have to do is unplug it :)

[@Elliott055]

So ford has now issued an extended warranty on this issue. Recieved my letter in the mail for my 2011 Eco boost. Looks like it was issued Feb 24th.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Elliott055 yup I have a video on that also

[@mack1ford]

why didnt they just use hydra boost boosters? makes more scene and works on diesels.

[@MichaelSmith-ld7qi]

Hydra-boost requires hydraulic power steering to make it work. These new trucks have electric steering.

[@mack1ford]

i forgot that lol would be smart though

[@howardemery1443]

thank you Brian your videos have been so helpful thank you

[@99MikeHamilton]

Just recently bot a 2011, ok so first it needed a timing chain @ 200K, fair enough, since the timing chain looks more like a bicycle chain weak. Anyway the vacuum pump wasn't working, and had hard brakes. I pulled the pump took the motor cover off (4 torx bolts, 2 for the mounting bracket and 2 for the motor cover) and freed up the motor rotation, the rest of the unit was sealed (welded plastic) or I would have tried to recondition the mechanical drive as the pump was still noisy after freeing up the motor. The windings were blackened due to the obvious over current. Put it back in, changed the blown fuse and it worked , sounds like a cement mixer but it works. Here is my point I couldn't see why there is no answer with an aftermarket pump, every part I saw was $600-700 Canadian dollars.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

The 2011 3.5L Eco F-150 models use a double roller chain that is very intricate. I have never seen a bicycle chain that looks like that. What are you talking about?

[@99MikeHamilton]

I meant weak by comparison to a heavy old school chain that wouldn't have stretched. Thats what my mechanic said as well. ridiculous

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Old school chains weren't 6ft long.

[@firebry23]

My brakes work fine but the pump screams if your in stop and go traffic or if I use my 4x4

[@davidmcclellan4621]

The one in my truck was replaced by Ford under either warranty or recall, I'm not sure which. I called to see if they'd replace it again as the truck only has 55k miles on it, and they said no as it had already been done and would charge for the replacement. Now I'm hunting to find one and swap it myself. I'm wondering if anyone has found a long-term fix for this. I'm debating on spraying some sort of oil in the vacuum port at every oil change or something. $400 - $600 every few years is going to get pricey.