Do's and don't's for your new ST
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Hmm I am new to this car but everyone warns about LSPI (low speed pre ignition) basically don't go WOT in high gears with low rpm
Don't drive at same speed during break in
Have fun and enjoy the car; it's a hoot!
By the way, what model/options did you get? Also noticed your location - I used to live in the high desert when I worked out of EAFB; avoid the sand storms!
Hmm I am new to this car but everyone warns about LSPI (low speed pre ignition) basically don't go WOT in high gears with low rpm
Don't drive at same speed during break in
Have fun and enjoy the car; it's a hoot!
By the way, what model/options did you get? Also noticed your location - I used to live in the high desert when I worked out of EAFB; avoid the sand storms!
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Ok cool I believe I have read something about LSPI and WOT here on the forum, I'll be careful about that, thanks.
A hoot is an understatement, this is the most fun I've had with my clothes on in a long time :big smile:
I'm up here by Victorville, the wind blows constantly
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Yeah I never wait for the dealer recommended service intervals, I always do the first oil change 1500 - 2000, maybe I'll change it a little sooner because of the turbo this time. I usually wait till I hit 7500 miles or so before I make the switch to a full synthetic, I like to make sure all is broke in good before I make the switch, but that's just me. I also use Mobile 1
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Just don't lug it at low rpm's, other than that there really isn't too much too break in. People have their ideas on when to change the first oil, do what you want, but following Ford's recommendations won't lead you wrong. Always amused at armchair automotive engineers who claim to know better than the people that designed, tested and built the engine.
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Let me tell you, 12000 km in and I still appreciate the car as much as I know you do right now.
Small tip I have found through personal experience. When pushing the car for fast speed focus most specifically on your clutching. Make sure the clutch is fully engaged before going heavy on the pedal. I know obvious, but this car was tempting me for fast acceleration first instinct was sloppy shifts. Over time I have learned deliberate and smooth shifts in between heavy acceleration pulls is both faster and more fun.
Small tip I have found through personal experience. When pushing the car for fast speed focus most specifically on your clutching. Make sure the clutch is fully engaged before going heavy on the pedal. I know obvious, but this car was tempting me for fast acceleration first instinct was sloppy shifts. Over time I have learned deliberate and smooth shifts in between heavy acceleration pulls is both faster and more fun.
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Careful when making u turns/3pt turns...the turning radius is terrible. TERRIBLE.
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I really don't think it's as terrible as everyone claims. I took a few U-turns to compare it to my MK5 VW and was surprised to have equal/better radius.
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I enjoy the quick ratio steering rack, the steering radius just takes a bit to get used to. I will take quick over radius any day.
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There's a change in the amount of steering wheel play lock to lock in 2016. There is no official word from Ford on why this change was made. Up to 2015, the steering wheel would turn 1.8 turns lock to lock, now it appears to be about 2.3. Maybe a 1/4 turn in each direction.
SOME have GUESSED that this might be to improve turning radius, but it could also be just a change in the steering ratio. The steering radius of the car is more affected by the size of the wheels and that hasn't been changed. Simply changing the number of turns lock to lock is not going to automatically equate to a tighter turning radius.
I have a 2016 and it turns like a pig. It's great in the bends, but if you have to U-turn on a narrow street.....well, I at least I get good use of my backup camera. If this is "improved" I'd hate to see what it was before.
Since wheels and the depth of the wheel bay also affects turning radius, I highly doubt anything was done that drastic to the car.
Others have guessed that this was to detune the ST so that the RS has the most responsive steering.
No one knows because there is no official documentation. Only the proof that on a 2015 or earlier, the steering wheel is less that 2 turns lock to lock and on the 2016 it's about 2.3.
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Im spoiled from my s2k haha
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I agree, my girl has a new dodge journey that feels like a go cart when turning compared to my 14 ST lol
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A good recommendation would be to let the oil temp warm up past ¼ before you get the pedal too close to the floor.
Once she’s warmed up…let her rip! (Not the coolant temp, oil temp is the left gage on top of the dash)
Also, use 1st or 2nd in traffic with no throttle input to go 5 to 7 mph without slipping the clutch. She won’t stall.
Learn your rpm / vehicle speed relationship in 3rd gear for those rev matching downshifts.
(50mph is about 3500rpm, clutch to N, quick blip, clutch to 3rd) It is very rewarding and fun when you get it fast and smooth
Once she’s warmed up…let her rip! (Not the coolant temp, oil temp is the left gage on top of the dash)
Also, use 1st or 2nd in traffic with no throttle input to go 5 to 7 mph without slipping the clutch. She won’t stall.
Learn your rpm / vehicle speed relationship in 3rd gear for those rev matching downshifts.
(50mph is about 3500rpm, clutch to N, quick blip, clutch to 3rd) It is very rewarding and fun when you get it fast and smooth
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