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  • Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 04 1.6 tdci Total Excellium Diesel 11 Feb 2009 (Forum)
    loss of power which could only be rectified by pulling over and stopping for a couple of minutes . After the problem occured more frequently I took the car into my Ford garage who after putting it on his computer got the report that there was water in the contacts . He found the contacts on the ERG
  • Can you recommend an MPV that won't give me DPF problems? 17 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I have a Ford C-Max 1.6 diesel which was bought new in 2007, serviced regularly, and has now done 112,000 miles with virtually no trouble. I am now looking...
  • Is it easy to fit parking sensors? 12 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
    How easy is it to fit parking sensors?
  • Volvo V50 (2004 - ) - 2.0d - any good, and a few questions? 11 Oct 2015 (Forum)
    driven diesels, will always drive diesels, and really there's no point even going there. We've done the discussion to death, and a diesel it will be. AFAIK, this is the same PSA/Ford engine as used in the new Mondeo / S-Max / Focus, and the Pug 307/407. Is that correct? I know a few people with high
  • GM3000 Automatic gearbox problems 18 Dec 2003 (Forum)
    Hi, I have a car with a GM3000 automatic gearbox in it. It started changing up through the gears very agressively, as though a turbo-charger had been fitted and max. thrust had been asked for! My wife refuses to go in it, it\'s that bad..... The dealer who sold it to me can\'t solve it. He\'s tried
  • Shame it didn't come here - FordTerritory review 3 Jan 2015 (Forum)
    http://www.wheelsmag.com.au/reviews/1411/2015-ford-territory-diesel-review/territory-5
  • Ford Focus 2.0 Ghia 1999 - HEADLIGHT PROBLEM 1 Feb 2014 (Forum)
    W i d m h m s o d s s o, t h a h a l t w i t c w i p t c,c a i.
  • Honda Civic 2015 - diesel or petrol? 21 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to buy a Honda Civic 2015. I am currently doing fairly short trips to work 5 days a week with my Ford Focus diesel (around 15 mins in the...
  • Ford Ecoboosts. Are they really that bad? 2 Apr 2018 (Forum)
    Hi, We’re considering getting my wife a new used car. Our budget is £11,000 and we have decided on getting a C-Max. She only does around 6-8k a year so it’s Petrol territory only and we’ve narrowed it down to either the 1.6 125 or the 1.0 Ecoboost. But I’m put off by all the horror stories
  • What's the best workhorse van to buy? 20 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
    What's the best workhorse van to buy?
  • Is the Ford Focus Powershift a wet or dry clutch? 23 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to purchase a 2015 Ford Focus 1.5 TDCI with a Powershift automatic gearbox. Does this have a wet clutch or dry clutch powershift gearbox and...
  • Audi a1 sport or Ford Fiesta Ecoboost s line - Can’t decide what car to get need help 1 Feb 2020 (Forum)
    ) when I bought it 1 precious owner bought from Brand new) and it’s already took a huge chunk off the value of the car. So my question is - should I sell it for a 2019 Ford Fiesta Ecoboost 1.0 S Line in Magnetic, Black or Frozen White. They have got everything I want in a car and I can get a 2019 one
  • Could you recommend a suitable vehicle with a large boot and easy access for my in-laws? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    My in-laws are both in their early 70s and intending to replace their 53-reg Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec. Their budget is £10,000 plus trade-in. They've mentioned...
  • Ford Focus Engines 22 Jun 2006 (Forum)
    I am currently looking at a Ford Focus estate for a new company car and have a few questions Why has Ford appeared to have replaced the PSA 1.6 diesel with the old 1.8 ? (I know this has been covered in a topic on the C-Max recently but if anyone knows any more it would be much appreciated as I
  • Overfilled Oil 31 Mar 2004 (Forum)
    I had my 1.8 Mondeo serviced at a Ford main agent 3 weeks ago. As the car had used some oil in the last few months I decided to check the oil level this evening. I drove home from work, parked up and left the car for about 10 mins to let the oil drain back into the sump. I then dipped
  • Ford Focus - Ford Focus 2015 1.5tdci Blown Head Gasket 27 Jan 2021 (Forum)
    coolant with soot particles. Took it to Dees Of Wimbledon Ford Dealer, and they (without investigation) said I need new engine for £8,000,told them to stick it. Went into local garage and they suggested could be oil cooler, egr cooler, or head gasket. After investigation they changed egr cooler
  • Is it normal for the expansion tank to bubble in a Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost? 31 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
    After we test drove A Ford Fiesta 1.0, we looked under the bonnet and the expansion tank was bubbling. We were told this is the car cooling down as it...
  • Buying a bike 13 Jun 2004 (Forum)
    A motorbike, that is. I know there are few bikers out there, and I'd welcome their thoughts on what to buy for general commuting (50 miles/day max) and occasional fun. I have a full licence, also an old R80 BMW, but it's becoming rather high maintenance, and I'd like something lighter with brakes
  • Ford Focus Zetec S 5 door TDCI - Spare wheel size 25 Jul 2013 (Forum)
    I Have a 2013 focus zetec s fitted with 18" alloys. Due to 2 punctures in 3 weeks and the ford supplied inflation kit being useless, I am looking to buy a spare wheel. Ford supply a full size 16" steel rim for cars fitted with wheels up to 17". Would I be safe & legal to use this option. I
  • Should I buy a Skoda Yeti for long journeys? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I've been looking at the Skoda Yeti. It seems lovely. I really wanted the 2-litre TDI engine with DSG gearbox in a two-wheel drive, but they only do a...
 

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