Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - all about engine failure

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Thu 23 Oct 2008 00:03
all about engine failure - swim2dmax
hi there, Can somebodygive me an advice regarding the ford cmax?a week ago I bought a used Ford cmax1.6 Lx TDCi diesel auto,,its a fine car, but theres problem? it dodge everytime it shift a high gear, the worse thing is i see warning sign that says engine failure,then the car will no longer go faster even with high rev?? Its really a pain so can you please help me....Is it a major engine problem? will it cost me a lot of £? where can i service my car? how can i save £? thaks!!!
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Thu 23 Oct 2008 07:48
all about engine failure - oldtoffee
The car is going into "limp home " mode to avoid/limit potential damage. If the car is in warranty take it to a Ford dealer, if not take it to an independent. They'll run a diagnostic check and then you'll know whether you have a problem or not and what needs doing. Sometimes the diagnostic clears the fault code and problem solved. If you bought it privately the problem is yours but if you bought it via a trader you have lots more rights and your local Citizens Advice Bureau will guide you.
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Thu 23 Oct 2008 08:04
all about engine failure - cheddar
>>a week ago I bought>>

If from a trader or dealer take it back!

If a private purchase then does it have outstanding manufacturers warranty?

Otherwise I would still be inclined to get it diagnosed by a Ford dealer, because it is relatively new and if there is anything seriously wrong they may be able to obtain a goodwill gesture from Ford even if the warranty has expired.
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