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  • C-Max / Focus CVT 1.6 TDCi 10 Jun 2005 (Forum)
    There has been some comment on these pages regarding the availability, or otherwise of the Ford PSA 1.6 diesel in the Focus and C-Max. For info I noticed today my local dealer in Bristol has a new C-max Ghia CVT in the showroom.
  • Ford focus - 2 warning light engine issues in 2 weeks of owning 23 Feb 2019 (Forum)
    Hi I recently bought a 2015 Ford Focus from a car dealer. During the second drive the engine warning light came on and so I was off the road for a week before I could get the car back to the dealer. The dealer said one of the spark plug coils was showing as wet and so they replaced it. One week
  • Ford C-MAX 2.0 TDCI Ghia - C-Max Flat Battery 28 Feb 2012 (Forum)
    I have had a persistent problem with the battery on my C-Max going flat after about 1 week when not usyed.  The car has been to the ford dealer a few times but they have not been able to find anything wrong.  We have had a new battery fitted but this made no difference.  I have
  • Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - C-Max 1.6 TDCI engine cut out 13 Dec 2008 (Forum)
    I have read the discussions regarding the Ford Mondeo TDCI glow plug engine cut out issue and wonder if someone could tell me if this is happening to my c-max. It will cut out EVERY time if left to idle for say 5mins or so then as soon as the throttle is touched the engine cuts out, it has also
  • Ford B-Max 1ltr ecoboost 120ps - SHELL PETROL 19 Sep 2013 (Forum)
    ="http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/images/icons/rss.png" alt="RSS" />                  I have recently taken delivery of a Ford B-Max 1 ltr ecoboost 120ps
  • Family car - Ford Focus estate or C-Max? 7 Jun 2011 (Forum)
    with enough money for a 2/3 year old car. Due to personal circumstances I only have an auto license and like the look of either a 1.6 Ford Focus estate or a 2.0 Ford C-Max. Simple question; which would you all go for, given the choice? Answers on a postcard............
  • Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 04 1.6 Cuts out or doesn't start 12 Jun 2009 (Forum)
    .********* The problem is that my local Ford Garage don't seem very capable. The starting problem is intermittent, so I can appreciate that this might be hard to find, especially when it seems to start first time whenever they get it, but I get the impression that if Ford's software doesn't report
  • ford focus c-max 2005 - injectors 3 Jul 2012 (Forum)
    Hello does anyone know how to extract the injectors from the engine? They are ejecting fuel which is turning to a black tarry subsytance which stinks!...
  • ford c max 1600 tdci - new tyres 11 Jan 2011 (Forum)
    I drive the above doing about 25000 miles per year, require new tyres which wear well and grip well any suggestions please?
  • Should I replace my 2015 Renault Twingo with a newer car? 19 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
    I currently own a 2015 Renault Twingo Dynamique S with 35,000 miles on the clock. I have owned the car from new and it has always been serviced by a Renault...
  • Ford Grand C-Max 1.6TDCi - Ford Easy fuel - soapy water in drain hole 16 Jan 2012 (Forum)
    Whilst washing my car today a small amount of soapy water went into the drain hole located underneath the fuel filler nozzle. Does this drain into...
  • Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 2004 - Wobbly Wheels - Vibration when accelerating 13 Jan 2008 (Forum)
    Help please,I have just purchased a 3 year old C-Max 6500 miles only,there is vibration bettween 50 to 60 mph under acceleration only,it is comes from the front of the car,it is not a balancing issue because I have had thoughly checked out. Thanks shula E320 Coupe
  • Ford C-MAX - C-Max CVT Settlement 8 Apr 2019 (Forum)
    I’ve just received a full and final cash settlement of my C-Max CVT County Court claim against my Ford dealer and Ford.  The dealer paid me an agreed value of my car as at the time of transmission failure, less current salvage value. He
  • Ford C Max CVT 24 Sep 2004 (Forum)
    Hello The CVT, does anyone have one or tried one?? Are there any problems with light cross winds on the motorway?? I\'ve read the HJ comments but seeking...
  • Which comfortable car for chauffeuring my elderly mother? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I am seeking help for my current problem. I need a car to chauffeur my elderly mother which will give her excellent comfort, which will be reliable. I...
  • What's causing my Ford C-Max alarm to go off intermittently for no apparent reason? 6 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
    My Ford C-Max car alarm has been intermittently operating, mainly at night. I have single-click locked the car on the key fob so as to not set the internal...
  • Does the Ford B-Max offer good access for a disabled passenger? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My Motability Ford Focus comes up for renewal in September and I'd like to consider the upcoming Ford B-Max. I get pain in my left leg whenever I have...
  • Ford Grand C-MAX 'child lock malfunction' message 18 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
    I own a 2013 Ford C-MAX. Recently, it has started to show a 'child lock malfunction' message on the information display. The key fob no longer locks or...
  • Is there a problem of judder on the Ford B-MAX Powershift? 14 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    At 5000 miles my Ford B-MAX developed clutch judder, three trips to the local dealer (not who I brought the car from) they were very good and Ford finally...
  • Buying a used MPV,Crossover,4x4. What would you recommend? 3 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
    Can you please point me in the right direction? Looking to buy a 2-3 year old MPV, Crossover or 4x4. Preferably automatic and preferably disesel (chain...
 

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