Help with Ford Powershift clutch packs

Last year my B-MAX 1.6 auto was in and out of a dealership while they tried to find the cause of juddering when accelerating out of corners or up hills. Eventually a new clutch was installed under warranty....

Looking to buy a latest model Focus - have the clutch issues been addressed?

I am looking to buy a new, or nearly new Ford Focus, specifically the EcoBoost 125 model. Having searched your site I found many issues being reported with the clutch/slave cylinder/DMF on the 2011 model,...

Focus 1.8 TDCi injector problem

I just bought a used 57 plate Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi. I had it serviced and the guy said that the injector has a bit of a leak and the seals need to be replaced in 2/3 months otherwise the car is fine. After...

Ford Galaxy gearbox problem going from sixth gear to fifth

When changing down from sixth gear to fifth the gear leaver will not engage. All gear changes from 1 to 6 are smooth and hassle free. When changing down we have to go from 6 to 4 in order to use 3 and...

TPMS for replacement wheels for winter tyres

I ordered a set of winter wheels and replacement alloy wheels which were delivered to a local garage for fitting. After they were put on, I drove about 6 miles and a warning light came on indicating a...

Engine warning light and variable valve timing?

An engine warning light on my Ford Focus led to diagnosis of problems with variable valve timing. I have flushed the oil and replaced the intake camshaft oil control valve. The garage suggested a problem...

Solar battery chargers

We have two cars parked in a secure driveway (Ford Kuga and Lexus SC430) and are planning on being out of the country for the whole of December and into early January. Would it be wise keep the batteries...

Ford Fiesta Ecoboost heavy clutch

The clutch pedal of my Ford Fiesta Ecoboost 1.0 feels heavy. I tried a friends Renault Captur and it's clutch was much light. Is this a problem with Fiesta Ecoboost? I believe the clutch was heavy when...

Automatic gearbox issue after auction purchase

I bought a Ford Kuga car at auction. A major car franchise who put the car in for sale knew the car needed brand new automatic gearbox and they were advised by TrustFord 2 weeks prior to my purchase. They...

Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi CVT problem

I had my automatic gearbox on my Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi, Registered 11/2006, replaced in May 2014, as it was making a very loud noise which was diagnosed as needing a new gearbox. It has now failed again...