{"product_id":"turbochargers-for-ford-explorer-2013-2018-3-5l-ecoboost-left-right","title":"Turbochargers for Ford Explorer (2013-2018) 3.5L EcoBoost Left \u0026 Right","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Replacement Twin Turbocharger Pair for 2013-2018 Ford Explorer (U502)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The replacement turbocharger pair restores factory boost pressure, throttle response, and towing output on the 2013-2018 Ford Explorer 3.5L EcoBoost by eliminating internal oil blow-by and wastegate play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford Explorer Turbocharger Failure Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory turbochargers on the transverse \u003cstrong\u003eEcoBoost 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6\u003c\/strong\u003e suffer from accelerated journal bearing wear, carbon coking in the oil feed lines, and internal turbine seal degradation over time. Under high thermal loads and frequent heat cycling, the original \u003cstrong\u003eGT1549SL\u003c\/strong\u003e turbochargers develop excessive radial shaft play, leading to compressor wheel scrubbing, oil migration into the charge pipes, and cracked wastegate flapper arm bushings. These failures manifest as severe underboost DTCs (P0299), visible exhaust smoke, sluggish transient boost response, and whistling CHRA bearings under boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement left (driver) and right (passenger) turbocharger assembly utilizes premium cast iron turbine housings and precision-machined aluminum compressor housings engineered for direct fitment on the \u003cstrong\u003eU502\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis. Built to OEM \u003cstrong\u003eGT1549SL\u003c\/strong\u003e specifications, each unit features water- and oil-cooled center housing rotating assemblies (CHRA) to manage thermal stress, calibrated internal wastegate actuators, and OE-matched manifold flanges to eliminate exhaust leaks. Restoring proper dynamic oil sealing and calibrated wastegate tension re-establishes stock spool-up characteristics, low-end torque delivery, and towing capacity without requiring PCM recalibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Right-Hand (RH \/ Passenger) Turbocharger\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Left-Hand (LH \/ Driver) Turbocharger\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation Gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2013-2018 Ford Explorer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e3.5L EcoBoost Twin-Turbo V6 (Cyclone) \/ U502\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e365 hp \/ 350 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e790317-5003S, 790317-0002, 790317-0003, 790317-0005, 790317-0006, 790317-0007, 790318-5004S, 790318-5006S, 790318-0004, 790318-0006, 790318-0007, 790318-0008, 790318-0009, AA5Z-6K682-CA, AA5Z-6K682-D, AA5Z-6K682-E, AA5Z-6K682-F, AA5E-9G438-GD, AA5E-9G438-GE, AA5E-9G438-GF, AA5E-6K682-BA, AA5E-6K682-BF, AA5E-6K682-BG, AA5E-6K682-BH, AA5E-6K682-BJ, AA5E-6K682-BK, AA5E-6K692-BE, 7903185006S, A0007A0038, A0007A0047\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2013-2018 Ford Explorer Sport 3.5L EcoBoost\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2016-2018 Ford Explorer Platinum 3.5L EcoBoost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the U502 Explorer?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2013-2018 Ford Explorer equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e3.5L EcoBoost Twin-Turbo V6\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. \u003cstrong\u003eNot for the naturally aspirated 3.5L V6, the 2.0L \/ 2.3L EcoBoost, or 2019 models.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat pre-installation steps are critical to prevent premature turbo failure?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlush or replace the oil feed and return lines, change the engine oil and filter, inspect intercooler pipes for residual oil, and fully prime the center bearing housings with clean oil prior to initial startup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Utility Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle sustained boost requirements under heavy load, this turbocharger pair restores the rigorous towing stability and sustained low-RPM pull expected of your twin-turbo Explorer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67599183708408,"sku":"DS-EPJJPQ4XB","price":389.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/turbochargers-for-ford-explorer-2013-2018-3-5l-ecoboost-left-right-2.webp?v=1791475303","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/turbochargers-for-ford-explorer-2013-2018-3-5l-ecoboost-left-right","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}