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• Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 05 1.6 Auto transmission failure 1 Jul 2022 (Forum)
  Four years ago we bought a 2005 Ford C-Max 1.6 TDCI Auto Ghia, demo car. It's been carefully driven, regularly serviced and has done 46,000 miles. Last weekend it showed an amber "transmission malfunction" warning light, followed by minor variations to revs at constant speed on a flat road. Our
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  Which car to replace a Renault Modus to tow a caravan? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 2006 1.6 Modus, which we use for towing a 700kg caravan. We do 9000-10,000 miles a year but I have a nasty feeling it will need a new clutch...
• Ford C-MAX - speed sensor 13 Jun 2015 (Forum)
  hi im new to the forums my name is mick as anyone got any pitchers of the location of the speed sensor 1.6tdci i have seen pitchers of petrol but i...
• Ford C-MAX - electric windows 23 Mar 2014 (Forum)
  Hi, yesterday both of my electric windows stopped working.  Can any body advise me on this matter and could it be a fuse problem if so can somebody...
• Ford B-MAX - The future of MPVs 11 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  I think all MPVs should have sliding rear doors. Why? I think access could be easier, but more importantly MPV doors tend to be opened by children, who...
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  Should I downgrade my Grand C Max 1.6 diesel for a 1.0T Ecoboost petrol? 4 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I’m considering swapping my Ford Grand C-Max for a newer edition with the 1.0T Ecoboost engine. Is this a good idea and will it really save me money?
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  What is the best inexpensive tyre pump? 10 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  What is the best inexpensive air pump working off the cigarette lighter able to achieve 70 PSI for my motorhome?
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  Sea-Max 28 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I’ve just written off my 2004/54 Ford C-Max with floodwater. I’m waiting for an insurance offer. I found the C-Max good because of excellent mpg, but would...
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  Replacing an aerial on a Ford B-MAX 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The new car I am considering is a Ford B-Max. This is much the same footprint as my current Fiesta, and should still fit inside my garage length and width-wise...
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  Ford Grand C-Max - Diesel or Ecoboost ?? 4 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying the Ford Grand C-Max (Titanium) but I'm torn between engine choices. My wife uses the car mainly for short runs (3 miles in busy...
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  1.0 Ecoboost, or 1.6 Ecoboost? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am interested in the Ford C-Max. I do not do more than 8k miles per annum and will not tow a trailer. Would you recommend the 1.6T or 1.0T 125 PS ecoboost...
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  Are there any cars with sliding doors that fit three child seats? 8 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I want a car or MPV with sliding doors for a family of three kids and two adults. I currently have a Ford S-MAX and we can get three child seats in the...
• Ford C-Max 2008 1.6 TDCI zetec - Engine Malfunction code 5 Nov 2012 (Forum)
  Engine malfunction message suddenly appeared after filling with diesel. Thought that I had put the wrong fuel in but no it was actually diesel that went in Stopped the C-max and when fired up again, the message reappeared The engine was running as normal, and was wondering whether
• Ford C-MAX 2003 - ROOF BAR THREADS 15 Mar 2013 (Forum)
  Hi I have a c max and have used thule roof bars successfully for a nubre of years. However the threads have rusted where the bolts fit to the roof. What can I do to reslve this an who is likely to be able to do it. I went to the dealer and they didnt really seem to know.  Someone suggested
• Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 06 1.8TDCi Normal to have to top-up coolant twice 10 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  I've just been checking the fluid levels in my C-Max and noticed the coolant is down to the minimum mark again. It'll be the second time in a year I've had to do top it up. Is this normal or should I get the dealer to check it out? I thought you only had to top up the coolant reservoir very
• Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - '03> - Changing rear brake disks and pads 10 Mar 2008 (Forum)
  I have successfully changed the pads and discs on my C-Max. Fronts only. I used the G clamp to push the pistons in. Can you use this procedure on the rear discs. I have heard I might need a special tool to wind the piston in. Is this the case or can I still use the G-clamp? {moved from the how2
• Ford Focus 2015 1.5 tdc - Ford Focus 2015 1.5 tdci brake fluid disappearing 30 May 2024 (Forum)
  Hi everyone, longtime reader occasional poster here. My neighbour has a ford focus 1.5 tdci 2015 with approx 50'000 miles on it, It has started loosing brake fluid, not loads, possibly needs topping up by 100ml twice a week. There are no visable leaks from any calipers, brake hose
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  What luxury car would you recommend? 18 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  After 8 years driving a SEAT Leon I want something a little more luxurious. What do you think I should get, a 2015 BMW 3 Series 2.0 TD 320d EfficientDynamics...
• Ford Fiesta 2015 - Hi all am looking for the ac drain hose plug 25 Mar 2021 (Forum)
  Hi all can anyone help me am looking for the ac drain hose plug or pipe on the Ford Fiesta 2015 as my car gets wet drivers front footwel only wen I use the air con can’t see any leaks so am sure my drainage is blocked
• Ford - Ford Powershift demos are like hen's teeth 29 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  Has anyone out there, excluding journalists, actually driven a TDCI Focus or C-Max with the Powershift dual-clutch gearbox? I ask as there seems to be none to drive in my area, namely Surrey nr Guildford, not exactly a sparsely populated part of the country. Farnborough Ford (a sizeable