5 Star Custom Tunes w/ SCT BDX Device (2015 - 2017 F-150 5.0L)
From the factory, your F-150s computer is calibrated for the average drivernot enthusiasts. This leaves hidden horsepower and torque untapped, making for a bland driving experience. With a 5 Star Custom Tune, your PCM is recalibrated for maximum performance, delivering sharper throttle response, smoother shifts, more torque, and greater efficiency.
Why Choose 5 Star Tuning?
5 Star is the industry leader in Ford and GM tuning for trucks, cars, SUVs, and motorhomes. Each tune is custom-tailored to your vehicle and driving needsnot a generic file. Whether you want more power, towing strength, or daily drivability, our calibrations enhance performance while preserving factory reliability.
Dyno & Street Proven
Every tune undergoes extensive dyno development and real-world testing. With over one million test miles logged on our own vehicles, you can trust that our calibrations are refined, safe, and performance-proven on the street and under load.
Free Tunes for Life
Become a Tunes for Life member and enjoy free tune updates whenever you add modifications. As long as you own your truck, your custom tune will evolve with your upgrades to keep performance optimized.
Performance Benefits
- Gain measurable horsepower and torque
- Sharper throttle response and acceleration
- Improved shift strategies and drivability
- Enhanced fuel efficiency when towing or cruising
- Increased towing performance
- Removes restrictive factory speed limiter
How We Unlock Performance
Our calibrations fine-tune fuel tables, timing, drive-by-wire mapping, torque converter control, shift strategies, and line pressures for maximum efficiency and power.
What Can the SCT BDX Do?
- Store up to 10 custom tunes
- Monitor key engine parameters in real time
- Datalog for refinement with 5 Star specialists
- Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
- Wi-Fi updates for quick and easy file transfers
- Return to stock settings at any time
Custom Tuning Process
- Order your SCT BDX and submit vehicle details/tune preferences.
- If your ECU code matches Fords latest calibration, we build your tune immediately. If not, youll receive a blank device to read your strategy code.
- Plug the BDX into your trucks OBD-II port, select Vehicle Info, and record your ECU strategy/SWPN code.
- Email the code(s) to 5 Star Tuning.
- Your custom tunes are delivered via email/Google Drive. Download them to your BDX.
- Plug the BDX into your OBD-II port, select Program Vehicle, and follow on-screen prompts to flash your tune.
Install time: about 510 minutes. No tools required.
Support
For help, call 1-855-827-7223 or email sales@beefcakeracing.com. Note: SCT software is Windows-compatible only. For Mac/other OS, the BDX supports custom tuning via Wi-Fi.
Important Notice
By purchasing, you agree to comply with all U.S., Canadian, and international emissions regulations. 5 Star does not disable or defeat emissions systems. Not legal for sale or use in California. Orders from California will be canceled.
Fitment:
- 2015 Ford F-150 5.0L
- 2016 Ford F-150 5.0L
- 2017 Ford F-150 5.0L
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