will this help with fuel economy much?
1871171
I have a 2012 F-150 Ecoboost with an AFE intake on it. I managed to pick up about 2 mpg on the highway with the SCT tune. That's the performance tune, not the economy one. In town, I haven't noticed much but I also have a heavy foot so I'm not surprised.I'd gauge your potential mileage based on your driving style. If you're in town and heavy on the pedal, it might actually get worse or just not improve. If you're doing more highway and you know how Cruise Control works, you will probably pick up a few MPG. A recent trip from Chicago to Michigan had me doing 22mpg, better than my truck has ever gotten before. That was with the cruise locked in at 75 most of the way, running 93 octane and the performance tune. I have a 2012 F-150 Ecoboost with an AFE intake on it. I managed to pick up about 2 mpg on the highway with the SCT tune. That's the performance tune, not the economy one. In town, I haven't noticed much but I also have a heavy foot so I'm not surprised.I'd gauge your potential mileage based on your driving style. If you're in town and heavy on the pedal, it might actually get worse or just not improve. If you're doing more highway and you know how Cruise Control works, you will probably pick up a few MPG. A recent trip from Chicago to Michigan had me doing 22mpg, better than my... » Read More I have a 2012 F-150 Ecoboost with an AFE intake on it. I managed to pick up about 2 mpg on the highway with the SCT tune. That's the performance tune, not the economy one. In town, I haven't noticed much but I also have a heavy foot so I'm not surprised.I'd gauge your potential mileage based on your driving style. If you're in town and heavy on the pedal, it might actually get worse or just not improve. If you're doing more highway and you know how Cruise Control works, you will probably pick up a few MPG. A recent trip from Chicago to Michigan had me doing 22mpg, better than my truck has ever gotten before. That was with the cruise locked in at 75 most of the way, running 93 octane and the performance tune. « Show Less
1871172
You may get 1 or 2 mpg better but its not a guarantee. Mostly depends on how you drive, how long and often you idle the truck and also fuel quality.
1871173
As long as you keep your foot out of it and drive responsible there's a gain dependent on the vehicle. Otherwise it's about a two to three MPG loss hotroding around.
1871174
Yes it will I am i ford diesel mechanic for 13 years this is one of the best programmers I have owned I got average 4 mpg just from this but you also have to think of the way you drive
1871175
If you manage to keep your foot of the throttle it can give you 1 to 2 miles more a gallon. Well that what I get on a 2005 f350 dually. On street tune.
1871176
I got about 1-2 mpg extra on the performance tune... with a gentle right foot. Heavy right foot... not so much of a gain!
1871177
It helped a little about what they advertise 1-2mpg. Overall its a good product and I would purchase again. Just the improvements made to throttle response is enough to merit its purchase. I did run into one issue on my 7.3, initially it freaked out my PATS system and the truck wouldn't start. So I cleared the KAMs under diagnostics, which the truck does not have, but for some reason that fixed the problem. Not sure what interaction it is having with the PATS system but resetting the KAMs resolves the issue. Over all I would give this product a B+.
2076102
I have had this programmer on my '96 7.3 for four years. Never a problem, and it does improve the performance . I haven't noticed any better fuel mileage, but it does improve shift points when towing. I wouldn't recommend using it on the higher settings without a full set of gauges -- EGT, Boost, and Transmission temp at a minimum. I put in an extra transmission cooler just to be safe. Running at higher power settings puts extra stress on the engine and tranny and makes things run hotter. Running synthetics will also help keep the heat down.
32128
Yes, this device will clear your check engine light. It also has build in programs that will change performance settings, such as economy mode and performance modes.
152741
I would estimate it to be about 1-2 mpg increase depending on driving styles.
351220
Yes! and make sure you have to check your carb. fuel sometime old fuel makes it worse.
1799054
The Edge Programmer can get you a couple more MPG, you will need to play with it to "tune" it in. Such as changing the wheel size in the programmer, I bought a similar model but for diesel. Expect about 2-3 MPG. A cold air intake may also help. It did on my diesel, gas I'm not sure.
1942530
I have only seen slight improvement not mpg, maybe 3-4 mpg more. The big improvement comes from horse power and torque.
2250394
I think it made it shift quicker but not much noticeable difference. It made a nice difference in diesel mileage about 2 to 3 miles per gallon as close as I can fiqure it towing and not towing big difference in the power very happy at this time only used about 4 months now
2110054
None, after running it for a while, what fealt like a gain was not, dyno showed same results a a drop in performance filter. Also mileage dropped, to 25 mpg from 29 mpg. I recently returned car back to stock, power is the same, fuel economy back up. Only positive thing about this unit is price, and sound. I had the Mopar unit, prior to this, and a K&N; as well, money wise, lesson learned just buy a K&N; replacement filter and save some time and money. On a side note if you are looking for bling and nice tone from engine, then the unit is worth it.
2021511
I did notice a difference, especially pulling the 5th wheel camper. I went from about 8 mpg to 15 mpg with my 6.0 HD
1795454
My gas mileage definitely improved. More power and torque as wellI'm in canada so we measure in litres/100km. I went from 17-18 litres/100km down to 13-14 litres/100km. About 20-25% fuel savings. Biggest difference is in city driving and towing. They're are a lot of different models, make sure to get the right one for your tuck
1031048
No. This just switches the gas on and off. If everything else is working (not leaking, lighting promptly, burning clean etc.) this won't affect efficiency.
1697423
And using the fuel saving program will and only MESS UP YOUR TRANSMISSION! TRY IT :)
519903
hi tammy......you would see an increase in fuel mileage but in the range of like 3-5mpg. that, along with a clean air fulter or cold air 8ntake, and making sure your tire psi is correct according to the placard on the l/f door, you should notice a decent amount
544707
Maybe half a mile per gallon... But it's a supporting modification for performance enhancements, so not really designed for better fuel economy.
54479
Yes, the less restrictive design helps the engine run smoother and more efficiently. I'm not sure how much of a difference, but it will help.
1955908
No, it's only displays you current fuel economy. Only way to save fuel with this is with your foot!