My 2007 Ford Mondeo has an air conditioning fault that was apparent when I bought it. What can I do?

I purchased a Ford Direct Mondeo 1.8 TDCI on 9 March 2009 (with 12,800 miles). During April, when the weather got warmer, I ascertained the air conditioning was not working. On 29 April I arranged for...

What might be causing my Ford Mondeo to misfire intermittently?

My car is a Ford Mondeo 2.0-litre petrol Duratec, mileage 200,000. Problem is like a misfire but intermittent. Most noticeable under load. Any ideas?

Are people fitting older engines to the Ford Galaxy to avoid timing belt problems?

i am thinking of buying a used new shape Ford Galaxy but I have heard that there is a problem with one of the diesel engines. I think it is the 1.8 TDCI which has a timing belt instead of a chain. I am...

I need an automatic family car - Ford Focus Estate or Ford C-Max?

I'm on the lookout for a Ford Focus 2.0 automatic. My partner has a baby on the way and is restricted to driving automatics. We have decided that the hatchback and saloons are not big enough for prams...

Have the wrong wheel nuts been supplied with my Ford Fiesta's spare wheel?

My Ford Fiesta recently got a flat tyre, and as the puncture was in the side wall, my uncle decided to put on the spare. However, he was unhappy with me driving the 80 miles back home on it on my own as...

Why don't you recommend the 1.8 TDCI engine in the Ford S-Max?

I frequently see you recommend the Ford S-Max, but always the reference to the 1.8 TDCi 2006-09 is negative. This week it was "avoid at all costs". Can you point me to somewhere on your site where you've...

Which family car for camping trips for under £10,000?

Can you recommend a decent car for a family with a three-year-old who like camping? Not too expensive to run and under £10,000.

Five to Seven

I drive a MINI Cooper 2006 and as my family is growing I am looking for Nissan Qashqai + 2 2.0DCI or Ford S-Max 2.0TDCI. I am finding it difficult to make decision. Please could you advise? My maximum...

How do I read the VIN number for my Ford Focus which I purchased here in Thailand?

I live in Thailand and this week purchased a new Ford Focus TDCi 5Dr 2.0L Sport. The car is great but firstly I cannot find a metal VIN plate. There is a plastic sticker on the door pillar and the number...

How do I remove my Ford Mondeo's oil filler cap?

I have a Ford Mondeo and I can't remove the oil filler cap. I've tried everything, twisting it both ways, left and right, pulling and pushing as I twist, but it won't budge. Any suggestions?