Kompact EM Instructions F150 EcoBoost

Product Name:

BOV Kompact EM F150

TS-0225-1001

Product Description:

Product Number:

Document Version:

V1.00 Rev A

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IMPORTANT NOTES ON YOUR BOV

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Turbosmart accepts no responsibility whatsoever for incorrect installation of this product which is potentially hazardous and can cause serious

engine damage or personal injury.

The EM series BOV is designed for use as a factory replacement for a turbocharger that utilises an electronic diverter valve, this valve can be

used on other applications as long as there is a control signal to actuate the BOV.

Ensure the engine is cold prior to installation.

RECOMMENDATIONS

- Turbosmart recommends that your Blow off valve (BOV) is fitted by an appropriately qualified technician

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KIT CONTENTS

Please check that the following items have been provided in your EM Series BOV packaging

Part

Description

Turbosmart EM Series BOV

Mounting Brackets

Use

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Main unit

Mounting BOV to intercooler

Block off OEM plumb back hose

Turbosmart sticker

Plumb back block off

Turbosmart Sticker

Figure 1 - Kit Contents

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ABOUT YOUR EM SERIES BOV

Turbosmart has developed a unique “plug and play” diverter valve (or bypass valve) upgrade for your vehicle that is currently equipped

with an electronic diverter valve. While we have developed this unit to be as simple as possible for you to install, we have not

compromised on performance. This unit will not leak under elevated boost pressures and will still provide you with rapid response

ensuring that all the OEM calibration strategies are not interfered with, providing you with maximum boost performance while the

advanced strategies of the OEM’s are retained.

The EM series BOV is available in two configurations, Dual Port and Plumb Back. The functionality of the BOV is still the same, there

is no performance difference between the two units, it is a personal preference if the user wishes to utilise a classic vent to atmosphere

sound or revert all bypass gasses back into the inlet tract of the turbocharger.

As the valve is completely controlled by the factory engine control unit, the factory diverter valve is almost silent, due to our

construction, it is possible that your EM series will be much more audible. By being able to hear the unit actuate, occasionally the

valve may be opening for a few seconds under the following events such as traction control, cruise control management, rapid

gearchanges and varying throttle position changes, these are all coded as part of the torque management software in the OEM engine

control unit, there is no adjustment available over these functions via our product. By hearing these events, it is not abnormal, it is

completely normal for the EM series BOV to be considered “very active” as it is protecting your turbocharger from surge events or

bypassing air for torque management purposes.

Control Signal Plug

Connect to BOV Control

circuit

Electronic Actuator

Controls when the valve opens,

and closes based on OEM

signal

Vent to Atmosphere Port

(Only on “Dual Port” Models)

Vents excess air to

atmosphere

Inlet Port

Boost pressure from the Intercooler

enters BOV from this port.

Figure 2 - EM Series BOV Overview

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FITTING YOUR EM SERIES BOV

Identify diverter valve location

2

1.

Remove the under-tray of the vehicle by

removing all of the plastic clips holding the tray

in place. Once the under-tray is removed, the

intercooler assembly can be accessed. Unplug

the OEM BOV plug. Undo the bolts securing the

cross member in order to remove the

intercooler from the vehicle.

2.

Unplug the BOV chamber from the OEM plumb

back hose. Install the supplied plumb back

hose blanking plug by pressing it into the plumb

back hose plug. Please note that the blanking

plug will only fit the plumb back hose in one

way.

4

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Remove the BOV chamber by turning it

upwards. The BOV chamber should just

unscrew.

5

Secure the Bracket onto the side of you F150

EM BOV using supplied M5 screw, Screw the

BOV into the intercooler.

CAUTION!

Do NOT use the solenoid as leverage to screw

the EM BOV in as this may cause permanent

damage

3.

Once the intercooler assembly is removed from

the vehicle, the OEM BOV can be upgraded.

Remove the OEM BOV by undoing the two

bolts holding it onto the BOV chamber.

6

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Reinstall Intercooler into the vehicle and

connect the plug on the EM Solenoid into the

factory BOV control plug.

Reinstall undertray, start your vehicle and enjoy

your new Turbosmart BOV

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CHANGING THE ELECTRONIC ACTUATOR

Remove Your EM series BOV

1

Remove the electronic plug from the EM series BOV and

remove the BOV from the vehicles

NOTE!

Cosmetic engine covers may be required to be removed

prior to the assembly being visible.

O-Rings

CAUTION!

The turbocharger assembly may require the vehicle to be

raised on a hoist or jacked up and secured using vehicle

jack stands, ensure your safety is not compromised.

CAUTION!

Failure to ensure O-rings are seated correctly may lead to

cutting of an O-Ring and unexpected results from the EM

series BOV

Remove Electronic Actuator from your EM

series BOV

2

Slowly insert the new actuator while turning in a clockwise

direction to avoid tearing the O-rings

Using a 11mm open end wrench in the flat sides of the

solenoid, undo the actuator in an anti-clockwise direction

when viewed from the end. Ensure the wrench is placed on

the metallic portion of the flats and not on the plastic cover.

Ensure the cavity is free from debris using avoiding shifting dirt

into the passages.

Tighten the new solenoid into the EM series BOV ensuring the

wrench is on the metallic portion of the solenoid.

Install New Electronic Actuator into your

EM series BOV

3

NOTE!

Tightening the solenoid on the plastic cover may result in

unrepairable damage to the solenoid.

Ensure the O-rings on your new actuator are correctly seated

in the grooves before installation

Mount your EM Series BOV

4

Reinstall the BOV

Once the valve has been mounted, connect the electrical plug

into the OEM factory plug or into BOV controller and secure

the wiring safely away from a heat source.

4

Congratulations, your EM Series BOV is installed and ready

for use. Double check all electrical connections and mounting

screws.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

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BOV not actuating - Confirm electrical signal plug is connected appropriately, as the plugs are new, some force may be

required to click the plug into place.

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Valve is staying open – Confirm the valve has O-rings as they may have been dropped or lost during installation

Boost pressure loss or lower than before - Confirm the valve has O-rings as they may have been dropped or lost during

installation

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Failing the above, submit a technical request to tech@turbosmart.com.au with information of your engine configuration and

photos of installation

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