1. Why Ford Passenger Car and SUV Owners Benefit from Permanent Ceramic Protection

Ford has built one of the most diverse and engaged passenger vehicle lineups in the American market. The Mustang community is one of the most active enthusiast bases in automotive culture, the Bronco's reintroduction in 2021 created a new generation of off-road enthusiasts, and the Explorer remains one of the best-selling three-row family SUVs in America. Each of these owner segments has different needs - and Cerma serves them all with the same one-time application.

The Ford passenger vehicle community spans several distinct demographics:

• Mustang enthusiasts - one of the most active enthusiast communities in automotive culture, spanning from EcoBoost daily drivers to Dark Horse track-day weapons. Mustang Owners Club, regional Mustang clubs, online forums (Mustang6G, Mustang7G, Mustang Forums), and active aftermarket from Roush, Steeda, Ford Performance, Whipple, and many others. The Coyote V8 specifically has built one of the most engaged tuner communities in any platform.
• Bronco off-road enthusiasts - the reintroduced Bronco (2021+) created a new generation of off-road buyers. Bronco6G forums, Bronco Nation events, sand dune events at Glamis, rock crawling at Moab, beach driving on the Outer Banks, off-road parks across the country. The Bronco Raptor specifically attracts hardcore desert running enthusiasts.
• Explorer family SUV owners - the longest-running American three-row SUV, with multi-generation family ownership common. The Explorer ST in particular has built a small but engaged enthusiast community.
• Lincoln luxury owners (Navigator, Aviator, Nautilus, Corsair) - longer-term ownership horizons (8-12+ years common), often cross-shopped against Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, and Lexus. The Lincoln Navigator competes directly with the Cadillac Escalade and is built on the same platform as the Ford F-150.
• Bronco Sport owners - the smaller, more efficient sibling of the Bronco. Often used for moderate off-road duty, daily driving, and adventure travel.
• Escape owners - one of the highest-volume Ford vehicles, including hybrid variants for fuel-conscious daily drivers.
• Mustang Mach-E owners - electric SUV (no gas engine, not Cerma applicable, but worth noting for completeness as part of the Ford lineup).

That ownership philosophy aligns directly with Cerma's value proposition: a one-time investment that protects the engine permanently. The Mustang owner planning a 10+ year ownership horizon, the Bronco owner planning serious off-road use, the Lincoln Navigator owner cross-shopping luxury brands - all benefit from the same one-time, permanent ceramic application.

Ford passenger vehicles also have specific engineering characteristics that make Cerma especially relevant:

• The EcoBoost engine family is turbocharged across the entire lineup. Every EcoBoost engine (1.5L I3, 2.0L I4, 2.3L I4, 2.7L V6, 3.0L V6, 3.5L V6) uses turbocharging, with turbo bearings spinning at 100,000+ RPM continuously. Cerma's bonded ceramic at the turbo bearings provides exactly the protection these high-output forced-induction engines need.
• The Coyote 5.0L V8 is the longest-running American naturally-aspirated V8 platform. In production since 2010, the Coyote has evolved through four generations and is used in Mustang GT (480-486 hp), Mustang Dark Horse (500 hp), F-150 5.0L applications, and the GT supercar. Cerma's bonded ceramic at the cylinder walls (the plasma-coated surfaces specifically), bearings, and cam lobes addresses exactly the wear surfaces that benefit from friction reduction.
• Direct injection on most current Ford engines. The Coyote V8 uses dual injection (port + direct) since the Gen-3 update, while the EcoBoost engines have evolved through pure DI (older) to dual injection (current 2.3L EcoBoost in 2026 Mustang and Bronco, current 3.5L EcoBoost in F-150). Cerma's protection at the cylinder walls supports both injection strategies.
• Track day and off-road participation are common. The Mustang Owners Club, NASA HPDE, SCCA Solo, and various local track events see significant Mustang participation. The Bronco community participates in events at Moab, Glamis, the Outer Banks, and major off-road parks. Cerma's bonded ceramic provides protection during exactly the kinds of driving these enthusiast communities actually do.
• Long-term ownership is common. Mustang collectors keep cars 10-20+ years. Bronco owners often plan multi-generation ownership. Explorer family vehicles frequently cross 200,000+ miles in service. Cerma applied early protects the engine across decades of ownership.

Cerma STM-3 is fundamentally different from any oil or additive. The active ingredient is Nano Silicon Carbide (SiC) - actual ceramic particles that bond mechanically to engine metal surfaces over the first 3,000 to 5,000 miles of driving. Once bonded, the ceramic creates a sacrificial wear layer between metal-on-metal contact points. Friction drops by up to 90 percent. Wear slows dramatically. And because the bond is mechanical, the ceramic survives every oil change.

For more on the underlying chemistry, see our complete guide to Nano Silicon Carbide. To understand the EPA ETV certification that backs Cerma's performance claims, see our guide to EPA Environmental Technology Verification.

2. Which Cerma Product for Your Ford Engine

Whether you're treating a 2026 Mustang Dark Horse with the 500 hp modified Coyote V8 or a 2014 Escape with the original 1.6L EcoBoost, the Cerma application is the same: 2oz gas treatment ($105.60), one bottle, one-time application.

Current 2026 Ford passenger gas engines:

Historical Ford passenger gas engines (still on the road):

3. Special Note: The Coyote 5.0L V8 (Mustang GT, Mustang Dark Horse, F-150)

The 5.0L Coyote V8 is one of the most successful American V8 engines of the modern era. In production since 2010, the Coyote has evolved through four generations across multiple platforms - the Mustang GT, Mustang Boss 302, Mustang Dark Horse, F-150 5.0L, the limited-production Cobra Jet, and historical applications including the Australian Ford Falcon GT-F. The Coyote has built one of the most engaged tuner communities in any platform.

Coyote evolution by generation

• Gen 1 (2010-2014): Compact aluminum block and heads, 412-420 hp in Mustang GT applications, 360 hp in F-150 applications. The first generation focused on the modular Coyote architecture.
• Gen 2 (2015-2017): Forged crankshaft, larger valves, charge-motion plates. Mustang GT output increased to 435 hp.
• Gen 3 (2018-2023): Introduced dual fuel injection (port + direct), increased displacement to 5,035 cc through plasma wire arc cylinder liners, 7,500 RPM redline, 460-480 hp output. The Gen-3 also addressed the carbon buildup concern that had affected pure-DI Coyote variants.
• Gen 4 (2024-2026): Current production. 480 hp standard / 486 hp with active valve performance exhaust in Mustang GT. The Mustang Dark Horse uses a modified Gen-4 with piston connecting rods originally developed for the Shelby GT500, producing 500 hp at 7,250 RPM and 418 lb-ft at 4,900 RPM. The Dark Horse achieves 100 hp/L specific output, the most powerful naturally-aspirated 5.0L V8 in Mustang history.

Coyote engineering features

• Plasma-transferred wire-arc cylinder liners (Gen-3 onward) - eliminates traditional cylinder sleeves, saves weight, provides excellent durability
• Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing (Ti-VCT) on all four cams
• Dual fuel injection (port + direct) on Gen-3 and Gen-4 - eliminates the pure-DI carbon buildup concern that affected earlier Coyote variants
• Forged crankshaft (Gen-2 onward)
• 4-into-1 exhaust manifolds for improved scavenging
• 7,500 RPM redline (Gen-3 onward)
• Aluminum block and heads for weight reduction
• DOHC, four valves per cylinder across all generations

Why Cerma is particularly valuable on the Coyote

• Plasma-coated cylinder walls + Cerma. Ford engineered the cylinder walls for friction reduction with the plasma wire arc liner technology; Cerma's ceramic bonds add another permanent friction reduction layer at the same wear surfaces. The two technologies work together rather than competing.
• Track use is common. The Mustang community has substantial track-day participation. Mustang Owners Club regional events, NASA HPDE, SCCA Solo, Ford Performance Racing School, Mid-America Mustang events, Roush Mustang track days - all see significant Coyote V8 participation. Track use accelerates wear at every contact surface.
• High-RPM operation. The 7,500 RPM redline (Gen-3+) means valvetrain components operate at speeds that benefit substantially from Cerma's bonded ceramic at the cam lobes, valve stems, and lifter contact points.
• Dark Horse track-specific applications. The Mustang Dark Horse is engineered specifically for track use - drift brake, MagneRide adaptive suspension, TREMEC TR 3160 6-speed manual with rev matching and no-lift shifting, modified 5.0L Coyote with reinforced internals. Cerma's permanent friction reduction supports the track-day usage these cars are designed for.
• Aftermarket community. Roush Performance, Whipple superchargers, Procharger, Edelbrock, Steeda, Ford Performance, BMR, Maximum Motorsports - the Coyote tuner community is vast. Cerma is fully compatible with all aftermarket modifications including supercharger, twin-turbo, and naturally-aspirated builds. Cerma works at the metal contact surfaces, not at the calibration or sensor systems.
• Long-term ownership. Mustang collectors keep their cars 10-20+ years. The Coyote V8's reliability has improved markedly through the Gen-3 and Gen-4 generations, and Cerma's permanent ceramic protection supports the multi-decade ownership horizons typical for dedicated Mustang owners.

Historical Coyote applications

For owners of older Coyote-powered Mustangs (2011-2017 5.0L Mustang GT with Gen-1 / Gen-2 Coyote, 2018-2023 Mustang GT with Gen-3 Coyote), Cerma provides the same permanent friction reduction at the wear surfaces. Older Coyote applications particularly benefit from Cerma's protection at the cylinder walls and valvetrain after years of operation.

4. Honest Disclosure: Pure-DI EcoBoost Intake Valve Carbon Buildup

This is an important section for owners of older EcoBoost engines because intake valve carbon buildup is one of the most-discussed pure-DI engine reliability concerns. If you own or are considering certain Ford vehicles with EcoBoost engines, this section is essential reading.

Which EcoBoost engines are affected

The carbon buildup concern affects pure direct-injection EcoBoost engines (early production years, no port injection):

• 1.5L EcoBoost I3 (older Bronco Sport, older Escape, older Fiesta ST) - pure DI
• 2.0L EcoBoost I4 (older applications - Edge, Escape, Focus ST, Fusion) - pure DI
• 2.3L EcoBoost I4 (older applications - Mustang EcoBoost 2015-2020, Focus RS, Ranger 2019-2023, older Bronco) - pure DI
• 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (older applications - Edge ST, F-150, Lincoln Nautilus older) - pure DI
• 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (older Lincoln Aviator, older Edge ST) - pure DI
• 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (older F-150 2011-2016, older Expedition, older Lincoln Navigator) - pure DI

Newer Ford EcoBoost engines (current production) use dual injection (port + direct injection) which eliminates the pure-DI carbon buildup concern:

• Current 2.3L EcoBoost in 2026 Mustang and Bronco - dual injection
• Current 3.5L EcoBoost in 2026 F-150 (Gen-3) and Expedition - dual injection
• Current Coyote 5.0L V8 Gen-3 and Gen-4 - dual injection

Why pure-DI engines develop carbon buildup

On pure DI engines, fuel never washes the back of the intake valves. Over time, deposits accumulate from PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) oil vapor and EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) gases. Typical pure-DI EcoBoost engines show meaningful carbon buildup at 60,000-100,000 miles, with symptoms including:

• Reduced engine response, particularly at low RPM
• Mild throttle hesitation
• Reduced fuel economy
• Misfire codes in severe cases
• Rough idle and check engine lights for cylinder-specific issues

Cerma cannot fix existing carbon buildup

• Cerma is added to engine oil and bonds to engine metal contact surfaces. The intake valves see oil vapor (PCV) and exhaust gas (EGR), but they're not in the engine oil flow path - Cerma cannot reach the intake valves.
• Cerma cannot dissolve existing carbon deposits. Carbon buildup is a separate maintenance concern from friction wear.
• Cerma is not a replacement for periodic intake cleaning on pure-DI EcoBoost applications.

The proven solutions for pure-DI EcoBoost carbon buildup

• Walnut shell blasting - the gold standard cleaning method. Specialty service that uses crushed walnut shells under pressure to physically remove carbon deposits. Typical cost $400-$800 every 60,000-100,000 miles depending on driving conditions.
• CRC GDI Intake Valve Cleaner - aerosol cleaner applied through the intake during operation. Less effective than walnut shell blasting for severe deposits, but useful as preventive maintenance every 10,000-15,000 miles.
• Oil catch cans - aftermarket oil catch cans intercept PCV oil vapor before it enters the intake, dramatically reducing carbon buildup over time. Popular preventive solution in the Mustang and EcoBoost tuner communities.

Where Cerma DOES help all EcoBoost owners

Cerma provides permanent friction reduction at the cylinder walls, bearings, cam lobes, valvetrain, and turbo bearings - exactly the wear surfaces that benefit from ceramic protection on a high-output turbocharged engine. The Mustang EcoBoost (315 hp), Focus RS (350 hp), Bronco Raptor 3.0L EcoBoost (418 hp), and Lincoln Navigator 3.5L EcoBoost (440 hp) all put significant load on every wear surface, and Cerma's bonded ceramic provides protection across the engine's entire operating range.

The proven workflow for pure-DI EcoBoost owners: (1) Apply Cerma at any oil change for permanent friction protection. (2) Plan walnut shell blasting at 60,000-100,000 miles for intake valve carbon cleanup. (3) Consider an oil catch can as preventive maintenance. This combination addresses both the friction wear concerns and the DI-specific carbon buildup concern.

5. Special Note: The Bronco Lineup (Off-Road EcoBoost Applications)

The reintroduced Ford Bronco (2021+) created a new generation of off-road enthusiasts. The Bronco lineup uses three distinct EcoBoost engines, each tuned for different off-road missions, and Cerma protects each of them with the same one-time application.

Bronco engine lineup

• 2.3L EcoBoost I4 (300 hp on premium fuel, 275 hp on regular) - Standard on Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks, Badlands, and Heritage Edition. Available with 7-speed Getrag manual transmission (with crawler gear at 94.75:1 ratio) or 10-speed automatic.
• 2.7L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 (330 hp on premium, 315 hp on regular) - Standard on Stroppe Edition. Available on Outer Banks, Badlands, and Heritage Edition. 10-speed automatic only.
• 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 (418 hp) - Standard on Bronco Raptor only. Available with 7-speed manual or 10-speed automatic.

Bronco Sport engine lineup (separate platform)

The Bronco Sport is a smaller, unibody platform with different engines:

• 1.5L EcoBoost I3 (180-181 hp) - Standard on Big Bend, Heritage, and Outer Banks. Standard 8-speed automatic.
• 2.0L EcoBoost I4 (245-250 hp) - Standard on Badlands. Standard 8-speed automatic.

Why Cerma is particularly valuable on Bronco off-road applications

Off-road use stresses engines in ways that don't occur during street driving:

• Sustained high-RPM operation at low speed. Rock crawling means the engine sees high RPMs continuously while moving slowly through obstacles - which means limited cooling air flow through the radiator, higher oil temperatures, and sustained loads on bearings and cylinder walls. Cerma's bonded ceramic provides protection at exactly these wear surfaces.
• Water fording. The Bronco is engineered for water fording up to 33.5 inches (Sasquatch package), but water can disturb engine cooling temporarily, with oil temperature spikes when re-emerging into hot air. Cerma's protection is unaffected by these temperature swings because the ceramic is mechanically bonded to the metal.
• Extreme angles. Off-road operation sees the Bronco at angles that approach the limits of the oil pickup design. Cerma's bonded ceramic provides protection even when oil flow is briefly disturbed.
• Dust and dirt environments. Off-road environments are harsher on engines than street use. Cerma's friction protection at the cylinder walls helps maintain compression seal even as the engine ages in these conditions.
• Frequent transitions between full throttle and zero throttle. Off-road driving sees frequent throttle transitions - climbing obstacles, cresting hills, descending steep slopes - that stress every wear surface in the engine. Cerma's permanent ceramic provides sustained protection across all these operating conditions.
• Bronco Raptor desert running. The 3.0L EcoBoost V6 in the Bronco Raptor is specifically engineered for high-speed desert running - sustained high-load operation at high RPMs across rough terrain. Cerma's bonded ceramic at the turbo bearings, cylinder walls, and main bearings provides exactly the protection these conditions require.

Combined with Cerma's transmission treatment for the 10-speed automatic or 7-speed Getrag manual, and Cerma's axle treatment for the front and rear differentials and the transfer case, you have permanent ceramic protection across the entire Bronco drivetrain.

6. Special Note: Mustang Track Day and Aftermarket Community

The Mustang community is one of the most active enthusiast bases in automotive culture, spanning from EcoBoost daily drivers to Dark Horse track-day weapons to Shelby GT500 supercharged monsters. Track day participation is significant, the aftermarket community is enormous, and the long-term ownership culture supports Cerma's permanent ceramic protection philosophy.

Track day participation

The Mustang community participates in track events through:

• Ford Performance Racing School - official Ford-sponsored programs for Mustang owners
• NASA HPDE (National Auto Sport Association High Performance Driver Education) - one of the most popular track day organizations in the US
• SCCA Solo (autocross) - Sports Car Club of America regional and national events
• SCCA Time Trials - lap-time-focused events
• Mustang Owners Club regional events - track days, autocross, and concours events
• Roush Mustang track days - factory-tuned car events
• Open lapping days at major US tracks (Road America, VIR, Mid-Ohio, Laguna Seca, Sebring, Watkins Glen, etc.)

Mustang aftermarket community

The Mustang aftermarket is one of the largest in automotive enthusiasm:

• Roush Performance - factory-tuned Mustangs and aftermarket parts
• Steeda - parts, tuning, complete-car builds
• Ford Performance Parts - factory-engineered upgrades
• Whipple Superchargers - twin-screw supercharger systems
• Procharger - centrifugal supercharger systems
• Edelbrock - complete supercharger systems and parts
• BMR Suspension - chassis and suspension components
• Maximum Motorsports - chassis components, K-members, panhard bars
• Ford Performance Cobra Jet - drag racing engine packages
• Lethal Performance, Late Model Restoration, AmericanMuscle - parts retailers and tuning houses

Why Cerma works for tuned Mustangs

• Compatible with all aftermarket modifications. Cerma works at the metal contact surfaces, not at the calibration, sensor, or fuel system. Whether your Mustang is stock, has a tune (SCT, Cobb), runs a supercharger (Whipple, Procharger, Roush), has a turbo kit (Hellion, On3), or has a built engine, Cerma provides the same permanent friction protection.
• Particularly valuable on supercharged builds. Supercharged Mustangs see continuous high cylinder pressures and high engine loads. The Whipple supercharged Coyote builds (700+ hp), Whipple supercharged Shelby GT500 5.2L Predator (760 hp factory, 800-900+ hp tuned), and Procharger Mustang builds all benefit substantially from Cerma's bonded ceramic at cylinder walls and bearings.
• Track-tuned Dark Horse and GT500 applications. The Mustang Dark Horse with track use, the GT350 with the 5.2L Voodoo flat-plane crank V8 (8,250 RPM redline), and the GT500 with the supercharged 5.2L Predator V8 (760 hp) all benefit from Cerma's friction reduction at exactly the wear surfaces stressed most during track operation.

7. Special Note: Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Aviator (Luxury V6 Applications)

The Expedition and Lincoln Navigator are Ford's full-size SUV offerings, both built on the Ford T1 platform shared with the F-150. The Lincoln Aviator is the smaller-but-still-substantial three-row luxury SUV. All three use twin-turbocharged V6 EcoBoost engines and serve buyers in the luxury segment with longer-term ownership horizons.

Expedition (3.5L EcoBoost V6)

The 2026 Ford Expedition uses the Gen-3 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 with dual injection (port + direct), producing:

• 380 hp / 470 lb-ft (standard tune)
• 440 hp / 510 lb-ft (Expedition Stealth Performance Edition or Platinum applications)
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Up to 9,300 lbs maximum towing capacity
• Three-row seating for 7-8 passengers

Lincoln Navigator (3.5L EcoBoost V6)

The 2026 Lincoln Navigator uses the same 3.5L EcoBoost V6 platform tuned for luxury applications:

• 440 hp / 510 lb-ft
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Up to 8,700 lbs towing
• Three-row luxury seating, premium interior, 32-speaker Revel Ultima audio

Lincoln Aviator (3.0L EcoBoost V6)

The Lincoln Aviator uses the 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6:

• 400 hp / 415 lb-ft
• Aviator Grand Touring (PHEV): 494 hp combined output
• 10-speed automatic
• Three-row mid-size luxury SUV positioning

Why Cerma is particularly valuable on these luxury V6 applications

• Luxury-segment ownership horizons. Lincoln owners typically keep their vehicles 8-12+ years, often longer. The one-time $105.60 Cerma application provides protection across the entire ownership horizon - exactly the long-term value philosophy that defines luxury vehicle ownership.
• Towing applications. Both the Expedition and Lincoln Navigator are commonly used for serious towing (boats, travel trailers, horse trailers, race trailers). The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 sustains high boost pressures continuously during towing operation, and Cerma's bonded ceramic at the turbo bearings provides exactly the protection these applications require.
• Three-row family use. These vehicles see daily-driver duty as family vehicles - school runs, sports practice, vacation drives - which means many cold starts, many short trips, and many thermal cycles. Cerma's mechanical bond provides protection from the very first revolution after restart.
• Long-distance highway use. Lincoln owners frequently use these vehicles for long-distance driving where sustained high-load operation accelerates wear at every contact surface. Cerma's permanent friction reduction directly addresses this.
• PHEV applications (Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring, Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring). The plug-in hybrid systems use frequent gas-electric transitions. Cerma's mechanical bond provides protection through every restart event.

For Lincoln Corsair owners (smaller compact luxury SUV), the same Cerma 2oz gas treatment applies whether your Corsair has the 2.0L EcoBoost I4 (250 hp) or the Corsair Grand Touring PHEV system (266 hp combined).

8. Ford Oil Specifications

Ford uses standard SAE viscosity grades with specific Motorcraft specifications. Most current Ford applications call for either 5W-20, 5W-30, or 5W-50 (Mustang Dark Horse and high-performance applications), with hybrid applications often calling for 0W-20.

Common Ford oil weights:

• 5W-20 - most current EcoBoost applications including 1.5L EcoBoost (Bronco Sport, Escape), 2.0L EcoBoost (Edge, Escape, Lincoln Corsair), 2.3L EcoBoost (Mustang EcoBoost, Bronco), and the 2.7L EcoBoost (Bronco, Lincoln Nautilus)
• 5W-30 - Coyote 5.0L V8 in Mustang GT, F-150 5.0L applications, the 3.5L EcoBoost in F-150 and Expedition, the 3.0L EcoBoost in Bronco Raptor and Lincoln Aviator
• 5W-50 - Mustang Dark Horse (Motorcraft 5W-50 specifically engineered for high-RPM track use), Shelby GT350 (Motorcraft 5W-50 due to flat-plane crank V8 oiling requirements), Shelby GT500 (Motorcraft 5W-50 for supercharged duty)
• 0W-20 - hybrid and PHEV applications (Escape Hybrid, Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring, Maverick Hybrid)
• 0W-30 - some current Lincoln Aviator applications

Recommended Ford-compatible oils that work with Cerma:

• Motorcraft (Ford branded) - dealer-stocked, available in all required weights including the unique 5W-50 for Mustang Dark Horse / GT350 / GT500
• Mobil 1 Extended Performance - widely available in all required Ford weights
• Pennzoil Platinum / Pennzoil Ultra Platinum - widely available, popular Ford choice
• Castrol Edge - widely available
• Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic - widely available
• Royal Purple HMX - for high-performance applications
• Amsoil Signature Series - extended drain interval applications

Cerma's compatibility statement

Cerma STM-3 is fully compatible with all of these oils and all Ford oil specifications. Cerma does not alter oil viscosity, base oil chemistry, additive package composition, or any specification compliance. The Nano Silicon Carbide ceramic particles bond to engine metal surfaces - they do not interact with the oil's chemical properties.

If your Ford dealer or independent specialist asks about your oil during service, the answer is: standard manufacturer-spec oil (or whatever you actually used). Cerma does not need to be disclosed - it's not part of the oil chemistry, it's bonded to your engine metal.

9. How to Install Cerma in Your Ford

Installation is straightforward whether you DIY at home or have your Ford serviced at the dealer or an independent specialist. Cerma can be added during any oil change.

1. Complete a normal oil change. Drain old oil, replace filter (Motorcraft, Wix, Mobil 1, K&N, or any quality filter meeting Ford specs), and add fresh oil to your specified weight - typically 5W-20 for most EcoBoost, 5W-30 for Coyote V8 / 3.5L EcoBoost / 3.0L EcoBoost, 5W-50 for Mustang Dark Horse / GT350 / GT500. For DIY: 1.5L EcoBoost holds 4.5 quarts, 2.3L EcoBoost holds 5.5 quarts, 2.7L EcoBoost holds 6 quarts, 3.5L EcoBoost holds 6 quarts, Coyote 5.0L V8 holds 8 quarts, Shelby V8 applications hold 8.5-10.5 quarts depending on dry-sump or wet-sump configuration.
2. Pour the Cerma 2oz bottle into your oil fill port. One full bottle for any Ford gas engine - inline-three, inline-four, V6, or V8.
3. Replace the oil cap and start the engine. No warm-up procedure required. Drive normally including spirited driving, off-road runs, track sessions, towing, or daily commuting. The ceramic begins bonding from the first drive.
4. Drive 3,000 to 5,000 miles on the treated oil. The ceramic particles bond to engine metal during this break-in window. Mustang GT owners typically notice smoother high-RPM operation within the first 1,000 miles. Bronco owners often notice quieter cold-start operation. EcoBoost owners typically notice smoother turbo response. Lincoln owners typically notice quieter operation.
5. Continue normal oil changes at Ford's recommended intervals (typically per the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor or 7,500 miles for severe service). The bonded ceramic stays - it doesn't drain out with the oil.

For complete step-by-step installation details with photos and FAQs, see our full installation guide.

10. What to Expect: First 3,000 to 5,000 Miles

First 500 miles:

Engine sound and idle quality often smooth out within the first few hundred miles. Mustang GT owners typically notice smoother high-RPM operation. Mustang Dark Horse owners often report subtler smoothing of the already-aggressive valvetrain. Mustang EcoBoost owners often notice smoother turbo response. Bronco owners often report quieter cold-start operation. Bronco Raptor owners often notice smoother boost transitions. Lincoln Navigator and Lincoln Aviator owners typically notice subtle smoothing of the already-quiet luxury operation.

500 to 2,000 miles:

Throttle response feels more linear, particularly during transitions in and out of boost on turbocharged Fords. Cold-start operation feels smoother on all gas engines. Mustang GT owners often notice slightly more refined behavior at the upper RPM range. Bronco Raptor owners often report more consistent torque delivery during sustained boost. Lincoln Aviator PHEV and Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring PHEV owners may notice smoother gas-electric transitions.

2,000 to 5,000 miles:

The ceramic bond is largely complete. Friction reduction is at full effect. Many Ford owners report measurable fuel economy improvements during this window - Cerma's customer-reported range is 4-21%* depending on use patterns. For a daily-driver Mustang EcoBoost averaging 26 mpg, even a 5% improvement adds up to meaningful annual fuel savings. For a Bronco averaging 17-19 mpg, the percentage improvement compounds with the larger fuel costs of off-road operation.

5,000+ miles (permanent):

The ceramic matrix is fully bonded. From here on, your Ford has the friction reduction benefit for the life of the engine. Through every future oil change. Every cold start. Every spirited drive. Every track day. Every off-road run. Every towing trip. No reapplication, no maintenance, no recurring cost.

11. Complete Ford Drivetrain Protection

The engine treatment handles the engine. For full Ford protection, three additional Cerma products extend the same ceramic technology to your transmission, differentials, and motor oil.

12. Ford Warranty Considerations

Ford Motor Company offers a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty plus a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty on the Mustang, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Edge, Escape, Explorer, Expedition, and full Lincoln lineup. Extended coverage is available through Ford Protect Premium Care and Lincoln Premiere Connect plans.

The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act protects you. Ford Motor Company cannot void your warranty simply because you used an aftermarket engine treatment. They cannot deny a specific warranty claim unless they can prove the aftermarket product directly caused the failure they're refusing to cover.

Why Cerma is in a particularly strong warranty position:

• EPA ETV certified - independent third-party verification of performance under controlled conditions. Almost no other engine treatment carries this credential.
• Inert ceramic chemistry - Cerma doesn't change oil viscosity, additive package, or filtration. Your Ford continues running on Motorcraft-spec lubrication.
• Compatible with all Ford dealer service routines - every oil change at Ford's recommended intervals, every dealer service visit, no changes to your routine.
• Does not interact with engine diagnostic systems - the Ford Intelligent Oil Life Monitor reads driving patterns and time-based factors, not chemical composition.

For a complete breakdown of your aftermarket rights under federal law, see our complete guide to engine treatments and the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Keep your purchase receipt, oil change records, and Cerma's EPA ETV documentation on file as smart practice.

Why Ford Owners Choose Cerma

Frequently Asked Questions