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This will be a pretty quick and simple article. Below is a chart showing the Ford Powerstroke horsepower and torque for all model years. This covers the 7.3, 6.0, 6.4, and 6.7 liter Powerstroke turbo diesel engines. At the end of the specs we will detail some of the major changes that led to the…
Ford’s half-ton diesel engine, the 3.0 Powerstroke, was discontinued in 2021 due to limited demand, despite it actually having a pretty good track record for reliability. The engine does however suffer from lots of emissions related issues, frequently experiencing DPF failure, EGR cooler, and EGT sensor issues. Reliability of the 3.0 Powerstroke is actually a…
The 6.4 Powerstroke only had a few short years in Ford trucks, in part due to new emissions restrictions but also in part to its mediocre reliability. While it did receive a few improvements over the previous 6.0 Powerstroke, the 6.4 is still prone to a number of common problems, and a few major ones…
In this article, we discuss the idea of bulletproofing the Ford 6.0 Powerstroke engine to improve reliability. The engine ultimately suffers from poor reliability due to problems with its emissions equipment, oil, and fueling systems. Therefore, the process of bulletproofing has arisen to improve the engines weaknesses and ultimately improve reliability. What is “Bulletproofing”? The…
Intake upgrades are an easy mod to unleash extra power, sound, and efficiency on the Ford 7.3 Powerstroke. Many refer to intakes as cold air intakes or performance intakes. They’re without question one of the best cost effective upgrades. However, making a decision can be tough with so many options on the market. If you’re…
The Ford 7.3L Powerstroke diesel is a legendary engine. It’s well known for its reliable history and solid performance from the factory considering the era it was released. However, there are many ways to get more performance out of the 7.3 turbodiesel Powerstroke engine. In this article, we discuss a few of the best 7.3…
A hard start or no start issue can be a troublesome problem to run into on the 7.3 Powerstroke. There are a number of sensors and other engine components that can cause both of these issues which makes it difficult to pinpoint what the exact problem might be. This guide is going to discuss the…
Power Stroke OBD-II Code P1211 – “ICP Higher/Lower Than Desired” (7.3L) OBD-II Code P1211 from a 7.3 Liter Power Stroke is often caused by running “Hot Chips” or tunes that are demanding more ICP (Injection Control Pressure) than the HPOP (High Pressure Oil Pump) can deliver and can be accompanied by a lack of power or…
The 7.3 Power Stroke diesel engine is: a four-cycle turbocharged V-8 with overhead valves. 7.3 liter (444 cubic inch) displacement. Separated into two banks, the right bank numbered 1, 3, 5, 7 and the left bank numbered 2, 4, 6, 8. rated at 250 horsepower for automatic transmission and 275 horsepower for manual transmission. The…
Purpose:To determine if the PowertrainControl Module (PCM) has detected any fault conditions that would cause a hard start or no start condition. Key On Engine Off (KOEO) On-Demand Self Test is a functional test of the PCM performed on demand with the key on and the engine off. This test will check that all inputs…
Purpose:To determine if the injection control system can supply enough injection control pressure to sustain starting. Recommended Procedure:Connect OBDII Scan Tool to the data link connector (DLC) under the dash. Access ICP PID on Scan tool menu nd monitor ICP reading while cranking the engine. Note: CMP signal is required before injection control pressure is allowed…
Power Stroke 7.3 Liter Diesel Engine Low Pressure Oil Flow The Power Stroke 7.3 Liter Diesel engine lubrication system is comprised of a low-pressure system and a high-pressure system. The low-pressure system provides primary engine lubrication while the high-pressure system provides the hydraulic pressure required to actuate the fuel injectors. The low-pressure lubricating system draws oil from the…
