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What is IWE delete?

What is IWE delete?

The IWE deletes simply keeps the front shafts turning at all times.

Are there any problems with the F150 IWE system?

2011-2014 F150 IWE Problems and Fixes The IWE System of the 2011-2014 F150s is a common source of problems, but hunting down specific fixes can be tough, unless you know where to look! 623-434-5277Call Us

How does the integrated wheel end ( IWE ) system work?

For the uninitiated, Ford’s Integrated Wheel End (IWE) system is what locks and unlocks the front hubs when you change back and forth from 2WD and 4WD. The system works off of vacuum and functions a little counter-intuitively in that it uses vacuum to keep the hubs unlocked for 2WD and shuts off the vacuum to lock the front hubs for 4WD.

Are there any problems with the IWE system?

The IWE System of the 2011-2014 F150s is a common source of problems, but hunting down specific fixes can be tough, unless you know where to look! Call Us623-434-5277Call Us Free Shipping & Easy Returns Menu Toggle navigationSearchSearch CHECKOUT Cart 0Shopping CartLog In My AccountMy Stage 3 My Stage 3Contact ContactBlog Blog Menu

Where does the vacuum go in a Ford F150?

The system is pretty simple, vacuum supplied from the engine is used to keep the hubs DISENGAGED. As you accelerate, vacuum drops off the engine, and when in boost, on an Egoboost, you actually pressurize the area just behind the throttle body, where the vacuum is normally supplied to the system.

2011-2014 F150 IWE Problems and Fixes The IWE System of the 2011-2014 F150s is a common source of problems, but hunting down specific fixes can be tough, unless you know where to look! 623-434-5277Call Us

For the uninitiated, Ford’s Integrated Wheel End (IWE) system is what locks and unlocks the front hubs when you change back and forth from 2WD and 4WD. The system works off of vacuum and functions a little counter-intuitively in that it uses vacuum to keep the hubs unlocked for 2WD and shuts off the vacuum to lock the front hubs for 4WD.

The IWE System of the 2011-2014 F150s is a common source of problems, but hunting down specific fixes can be tough, unless you know where to look! Call Us623-434-5277Call Us Free Shipping & Easy Returns Menu Toggle navigationSearchSearch CHECKOUT Cart 0Shopping CartLog In My AccountMy Stage 3 My Stage 3Contact ContactBlog Blog Menu

The system is pretty simple, vacuum supplied from the engine is used to keep the hubs DISENGAGED. As you accelerate, vacuum drops off the engine, and when in boost, on an Egoboost, you actually pressurize the area just behind the throttle body, where the vacuum is normally supplied to the system.

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