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  • Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - (04-07) 1.8 petrol - oil filter & sump plug access 22 Jan 2008 (Forum)
    couple of quick questions - on the 1.8 petrol is it possible to access the oil filter element to change it, and the sump drain plug to drain it WITHOUT...
  • Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 2001 1.8 LX - New engine 17 Jan 2008 (Forum)
    I have been experiencing a number of problems with my car for the last few months, with the engine rattling very badly. Last week the car wouldnt start...
  • Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 2002 TDCi 130 - a slight 'thunk' ? 15 Jan 2008 (Forum)
    2002 Ghia X TDCi 130 5 dr, 17" wheels, 125k miles. I have for a while occasionally noticed a slight "thunk" from the offside front over sharp ridges/ripples,...
  • Favourite/Disappointing cars you've had 16 Aug 2007 (Forum)
    in the days before blanket speed camera coverage! The Ford Puma I owned a few years back was a huge let down.Never felt quick , didn't like to be revved. Driving position too high , cramped cabin, local Ford dealer (chiselling g#t).Was glad to get rid.
  • Ford Focus seat swap 12 Dec 2006 (Forum)
    I'm considering swapping the seats in my 2002 Focus tddi CL for some from a higher level Focus (ie LX,Zetec,Ghia etc) as the 'poverty' level CL seats are...
  • Ford Lock Replacement 31 Oct 2006 (Forum)
    I have a 1993 Orion which I need a replacement boot lock barrel for. My son in his wisdom locked the keys in the boot and i had to drill out the barrel....
  • Mk6 Fiesta Folding Seat Problem 21 Aug 2006 (Forum)
    without it - I've tried some gentle prodding with a screwdriver with no success. My car is 14 months old, Fords 3 yr warranty excludes trim - are they likely to knock me back if I try to make a claim? ( Before I ring Ford I hoped to get some idea if they're going to wash their hands of it )
  • Ford Ka, Door Lock Barrel Help Needed 21 Jul 2006 (Forum)
    Hi all, i'm writing this on behalf of my girlfriend and i'm hoping someone can help us out here. Right here goes, we had to replace the drivers side lock...
  • 1995 ford fiesta equipe 1.3 i 9 Jul 2006 (Forum)
    Hi my sons just got one of these to lern to drive in, great looking car for its age, got a few little things i want your advice on. 1. the tappets are...
  • Focus Diesel Cambelts 3 May 2006 (Forum)
    Having just bought a 36k miler 2002 Focus 1.8TDi I reckoned the cambelt change would be 36-40k miles based on previous experience, but the dealer is adamant that the interval is 100k and is very reluctant to renew the cambelt as part of the service. Obviously Fords official line is 100k/10 years
  • Ford Ka Breather 14 Feb 2006 (Forum)
    Hi Can anyone offer any advise on the following Whilst servicing my girlfirends standard 1999 (V) 1.3KA i noticed creamy oil round, the oil filler neck. My...
  • New Ford Fiesta TCDI starting problems 16 May 2005 (Forum)
    I have a query related to the new Fiesta TCDI , it has a wierd starting problem , it always starts from cold , however with the car hot , if it is parked...
  • Battery - Diesel or petrol engine? 29 Apr 2005 (Forum)
    Morning all, it's been a while since my last post.I need a bit of advice regarding the battery in a Ford diesel van. My Dad's Ford Escort diesel van has just failed its MOT in a big way so looks like it will be on its way to the scrap yard very soon. I will be removing the battery as it was new
  • Pug 106 steel wheel rims size 15 Jan 2005 (Forum)
    steering, and I wouldn't want to make it any heavier. Also does anybody know whether I can use 13" ford wheel rims from a fiesta or Ford Ka? Thanks solara
  • Mondeo-bad starter 10 Oct 2004 (Forum)
    . This is quite random, and can happen at any time - even stalling at junctions.I have taken it to Ford who wish to charge me an arm and a leg to put it on a computer. Can anyone give me any suggestions as so what the fault could be.My local ( not ford) garage cannot replicate the problem and therefore cannot fix
  • Changing Tastes 5 Aug 2004 (Forum)
    The Business section of the local newspaper - coastal Florida - lists the top 15 selling vehicles in the area. They are: 1. Hyundai Elantra 2. Honda Accord 3. Honda Civic 4. Hyundai Sonata 5. Toyota Camry 6. Hyundai Sante Fe 7. Nissan Frontier 8. Ford Explorer 9. Toyota Corolla 10. Honda Odessey
  • 1982 Ford Granada-Fitting new shocks 18 Jul 2004 (Forum)
    Hi, I have acquired a full set of Monroe shocks to replace the rather tired ones on my 1982 2.8 mark 2 Granada Ghia auto. I'm just wondering if anyone...
  • Life Expectancy of Ford 1.3 pushrod engi 13 Jan 2004 (Forum)
    Hello, We have a 1990 Escort 1.3 with the pushrod/OHV engine. Currently it has 109k miles on the clock and apart from being rattly, it seems to run well...
  • Ford Escort Transmission problem 27 Oct 2003 (Forum)
    Hi all, I have an Escort 1.6 AUTO, 1998 model which had its front brake pads and discs changed and I noticed a loud 'tick,tick' sound whenever I turn to...
  • getting new V5 26 Feb 2003 (Forum)
    I've been looking at ford focus at auction. I see one which is on sale tomorrow which is exactly what i want 1.6 Zetec 3dr, 51 reg 16k miles haven't seen it yet but if spotless i'd be happy to pay 7,300 plus auction fees Thing is it has no V5 document, nothing dodgy, it is being sold
 

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