TPMS for replacement wheels for winter tyres

I ordered a set of winter wheels and replacement alloy wheels which were delivered to a local garage for fitting. After they were put on, I drove about 6 miles and a warning light came on indicating a...

Engine warning light and variable valve timing?

An engine warning light on my Ford Focus led to diagnosis of problems with variable valve timing. I have flushed the oil and replaced the intake camshaft oil control valve. The garage suggested a problem...

Solar battery chargers

We have two cars parked in a secure driveway (Ford Kuga and Lexus SC430) and are planning on being out of the country for the whole of December and into early January. Would it be wise keep the batteries...

Ford Fiesta Ecoboost heavy clutch

The clutch pedal of my Ford Fiesta Ecoboost 1.0 feels heavy. I tried a friends Renault Captur and it's clutch was much light. Is this a problem with Fiesta Ecoboost? I believe the clutch was heavy when...

Automatic gearbox issue after auction purchase

I bought a Ford Kuga car at auction. A major car franchise who put the car in for sale knew the car needed brand new automatic gearbox and they were advised by TrustFord 2 weeks prior to my purchase. They...

Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi CVT problem

I had my automatic gearbox on my Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi, Registered 11/2006, replaced in May 2014, as it was making a very loud noise which was diagnosed as needing a new gearbox. It has now failed again...

Ecoboost vs TSI reliability

I drive a 2013 Focus 1.6 TDCi with 30k on the clock which is mechanically sound. Though I enjoy a solid 54mpg in mixed driving and expect at least 10mpg less from a petrol engine, my mileage and concerns...

Bought wrong car - help!

Today I bought on PCP a Ford B-MAX 1.0 Ecoboost 2013, 7k miles, £10.5k. Paid 2k deposit. But I think I'd be better off with a Nissan Qashqai. I've seen one at the dealership for the same company. Can...

Ford Fiesta cutting out?

My wife's Fiesta 1.6 Ghia (54) is cutting out while driving. The water pump and thermostat housing were replaced at the garage along with the timing belt - unfortunately they got the timing slightly out...

Ford Focus battery problems

I just changed my alternator because it wasn't charging my battery. The problem is my battery light is still on, check battery showing healthy 12.5v it is the right battery. The alternator charges it at...