Make the Most of Your Power Stroke's exhaust backpressure valve! BD's BrakeLoc connects to the EBPV control wire, turning the factory valve into an electronically-controlled exhaust brake. Includes the BD AutoLoc to maintain lock-up when the exhaust brake is activated ensuring that 100 percent of the retarding force is being transferred in 3rd and 4th gears.
Note: that, because the EBPV is activated hydraulically, there is typically a 2-3 second delay between the time the valve is actuated and engine retarding occurs. While the BrakeLoc is an economical alternative to an exhaust brake, it is NOT intended as a substitute.
For quicker, more effective braking, we recommend a BD exhaust brake system, which utilizes our Variable Orifice Technology, and won't stick like the stock EPB valve can.
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Not for sale on licensed California vehicles
Emissions:
This product has met EPA's reasonable basis requirements and is legal for sale and use within the jurisdiction of the federal EPA. (EMS:2)
Features:
- Cost effective solution of engine retarding for towing with the automatic Tranmission on the Ford Power Strokes
- Commands the Exhaust Back Pressure (EBP) valve to activate as well as keeping the lock-up clutch of the Torque Converter to stay engaged to allow up to 100 percent of the retarding force to be transferred while in 3rd and 4th gear
- Tranmission oil temperatures will remain low because of little or no slippage occurring in the converter in these gears
- For more efficient retarding use or medium to heavy loads use BD Exhaust Brake 2033143, 2023144, 1037143 or 1027144
