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1.4 Zetec - Ford B max 29 Aug 2020 (Forum)
Be interested in your views about this discontinued model . Obviously the 1.4 Zetec is the one to go for? But have you any other experiences ? ... -
Ford C-MAX 1.6 Petrol Zetec - Replacement Engine 21 Feb 2015 (Forum)
Looking for a replacement engine for my 04 C-Max 2004 1.6 Zetec Petrol can anyone advise me what yrs I should be looking for. Can I replace with a diesel engine and does it have to be the 1.6 zetec. Thankyou, any advuce much appreciated... -
Vauxhall Meriva or the Ford B Max? 26 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking to buy a small car, but can’t choose between the Ford B-Max or the Vauxhall Meriva. What is your view? My priorities are safety, economy, reliability... -
Which 3/4 year old 7 seater? 16 Oct 2010 (Forum)
: 2006/2007 Renault Espace 2007 Ford S-Max 2007 Ford Galaxy I would like a car that has decent seats in the third row and not the flimsy ones you find in the Vauxhall Zafira. On the other hand I don't want a car as large as the Chrysler. I know I'm asking for a tardis -
Ford Fiesta (1995 - 1999) - 1998 1.25 Losing coolant. 25 Sep 2007 (Forum)
a week has passed and the water had gone down about an inch from the MAX level mark on the tank (in another week it will drop about another inch). I'm taking it back but just wondered if you had any ideas what the cause could be so I'm not told porkies! Thanks very much s -
Ford Focus C-max - Want to change my C-max 5 Nov 2012 (Forum)
Hello I want to change my Focus C-max 1.8 petrol Ghia Not sure what its worth 54 plate 76k Why I am changing it ? I don't require all the space and would like to go down to a saloon or hatch back Mazda 6 is an attractive proposition 1.8ts I don't have a huge budget probably the cost of the C-max -
Ford C-MAX - 3 Year Service Deal 2 Dec 2010 (Forum)
I've just been quoted, by a Ford dealer, £596.16 for 3 services and 1 MOT for my 59reg 1600cc. It's payable monthly by direct debit and is based on 12k miles per annum. Deal or No Deal ? -
Ford C-max 1.6 TDCI CVT - Ford CFT23 CVT (C-max or Focus) 24 May 2012 (Forum)
Hello, I after some advice from a Automatic Gearbox Guru. My sister owns a Ford C-Max 1.6 TDCI CVT 55k miles-ish that’s packed up can get a bit of Reverse but no Drive. I drained the ATF and only about 4 litres came out I was expecting more like 6-7 based on the 8.9 -
Ford C-MAX automatic transmission trouble 20 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
Had a loss of drive at start up in my 1.6 TDCI C-MAX, travelled 6 miles at high revs with 'transmission malfunction' light, then failed to make a hill.... -
Buying a Ford Grand C-MAX - which engine is best? 5 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking about buying a new Ford Grand C-MAX. The dealer says the new 1.1 engine is powerful enough to carry a full load with seven adults and luggage.... -
Which car to replace my Peugeot 307? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
At the moment I have a 56 plate Peugeot 307 diesel and do only about 5000 to 6000 miles a year. I am retired, 68, looking for something economical with... -
Camshafted? 23 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
Since you seem to be the only writer/reviewer of cars on the planet who actually informs readers that their potential new car will or will not require... -
Ford C-MAX - Water leaking under car HELP! 18 Jul 2014 (Forum)
Hi - I just discovered water dripping out from under my ford focus c-max. I'm sure it's water - I tasted it! Its dripping down from below approx where the handbrake is, or slightly towards the drivers side, and spreading out. There is a protective plate over the entire bottom -
Ford C Max 09 - Auxiliary drive belt 12 Mar 2011 (Forum)
My 1600cc C Max makes what only can be described as a "chattering " noise from the alternator area when the heated windscreens are switched on. The local ford dealer says it is the drive belt that needs changing at a cost of £90 and the belt is not subject to warranty.The car has done less -
Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - Fault just out of Warranty and dealer goodwill 12 Jun 2009 (Forum)
My C-Max has just started misbehaving with an engine system fault, and it's only 10 days or so out of warranty, after having its third service and MOT. I'm trying to see if I can get the dealer and Ford to sort it out via a goodwill claim. Is there any advice anyone can give about how best to go -
Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 2004 1.6tdci EGR valve failure 6 Mar 2008 (Forum)
Just been told the EGR (or EGI) valve on my 37k C-Max needs replacing. I am apparently 2 months outside the Ford Goodwill elgibility criteria. It was bought 2nd hand from main dealer and has been main dealer serviced since is there any chance I could persuade the nice men from Dagenham -
Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 05 Rear pad replacement. 9 Jan 2008 (Forum)
Replacing all pads on C-Max (05) ghia. Fronts I have no problem with. Please some info on the rears. Has electronic parking brake. Is this disabled at the caliper or just turn ignition on to release? And do I need a special tool to wind piston into caliper? -
Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 2004 1.6 TDCi Rear brake pad replacement 19 Mar 2008 (Forum)
I need to change the rear brake pads on my bro-in-law's C-Max but he was advised that ABS/ECU needs to be 'told' that new pads have been fitted. Have worked on most systems but I don't have data for the C-Max especially as it has electric handbrake. I thought that systems where a computer has -
Ford C-MAX. 2007 - Surgeing. 23 Feb 2019 (Forum)
The car has been possessed ,it increases its revs upto 3000 all by itself,and then dies down again,any clues other than an exorcism. T.I.A -
2011 - Ford C Max 1.6 diesel engine 6 Aug 2017 (Forum)
Are any problems likely with the 1.6 diesel engine in a Cmax with good maintenance records, currently at 80+K miles? Thanks
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