July 2008
Hi all - hope this (stupid question) makes sense ...
Just about to buy an 07 plate Ford Focus 1.6 LX and it was last serviced at 12000 miles at 6 months old. It is now 12 months since this service but only done 5000 additional miles.
Should I get it serviced straight away as it is 12 months since last service, or wait until car is 24 months old (or 24000 miles if I reach that first) ?
It has apparently had a 120-point check and fluids topped up by the dealer selling it, but not sure if it would invalidate the Manufacturers Warranty if not serviced now. Also, it's an ex-fleet car from Autoquake at £6700. Had a good look round it and done short test drive and appears in excellent condition. Just can't get this niggle out of my head that it's too good a price to be true !!!
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In preparation for a forthcoming trip to the Continent I tried this out last night and it works a treat. Just in case this is of use to anyone (it doesn't appear to be in the handbook), I've posted it here:
To set Renault Scenic II / Grand Scenic digital speedometer and trip computer to metric:
Ignition must be off (so open and close the door in the case of full keyless models)
Press and hold the upper (^) fuel computer button on the end of the wiper stalk
Still holding the ^ button, insert the key card into the slot on the dash.
Make sure you're not touching the clutch or brake pedals.
Still holding the ^ button, press and hold the Engine Start/Stop button. The ignition will come on.
After about 5 seconds, the speedo appears, and begins to flash.
After another 5 seconds, the units switch from mph to km/h but the speedo still flashes.
After another 5 seconds, the whole thing stops flashing.
Voila - you now have km/h speedo, and the computer now reads in metric too.
To switch back to miles and gallons, repeat the same process.
Cheers
DP
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...but a firmware update is much more likely to fix this problem than anything else. I've updated firmware in (maybe) dozens of devices without a problem - though Stuart is right, it's a risky area to be in.
btw I recall firmware updates for a previous optical drive which did a whole lot more than faster disk speeds. From memory, it made the drive region free, changed the purpose (and hence the usefulness) of the lights, and resolved a problem not dissimilar to that described.
When upgrading firmware, follow the instructions to the letter - and even if it looks hung, leave it for a considerable time before turning off, as that's what would cause damage.
my car still refuses to start getting a spark ok at the plugs but seem to be getting no fuel through the injectors getting good pressure to the fuel distributor then nothing from there plugs are dry after a few minutes cranking it over could it be fuel distributor problem or ECU Read more
Up by the battery is the "over-voltage protection relay" it has a fuse in the top of it. IIRC this provides the power to the electrical part of the KE Jet system. Make sure the fuse is intact. So long since I worked on one of these..........
I'm very tempted to buy a car from a dealer who imports 'nearly new' cars (just a few months old) from the Channel Islands.
They are apparently used mainly as hire cars and have just a few thou miles on the clock, they come with the balance of the manufacturers warranty (so usually about 2 to 2.5 years) and the dealer registers and supplies UK plates.
Prices are considerably lower than the equivalent model from a main dealer, and speaking to my insurers there is no penalty as they are 'UK Spec' cars.
All the above indicates that they should really be a good deal.... unless I'm missing something ????
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Modern cars are so difficult to destroy, I really wouldn't worry about it. Scrapes you will see and know about - and they'll all have been touched up by chipsaway anyway.
My recently acquired Vectra C is my first vehicle with cruise control. I like to drive steadily, trying to eke out the miles. Is this best done with the CC on or off? Read more
Yeah, but what if you arrive on a plateau with no down hill stretch in sight?
i have an afn diesel sharan and the wiper motor has gone. My question is can i buy the relay seperate from the motor as when i power up the motor it is in good working order Read more
can i ask where the wiper relay is located ?? pls. we really need the help
Where do I check the oil level on my 04 Vauxhall Agila 1.2? How do I check it? What oil should I top it up with? Read more
Experts will be along soon but I did notice in our Corsa service booklet that the Agila has a scheduled complete gearbox oil change at 20,000 miles or 40,000 miles - can't recall which. Most unusual.
Hi can anybody help me with a fault i have with the intermittent wiper setting, what happens is that when i select the intermittent wiper the blades move a few inches or travel to the top and then stop i then have a problem of getting the blades back to the home position which is only possible by squirting the wash water.All of the other settings work fine.
How do i go about diagnosing the fault ie eliminating various components of the system. Read more
you will need a new motor,common fault whith this vehicle. TB
About a couple of years ago, I had to call the AA because my Ford Focus (petrol) had a power steering pump leak. The AA mechanic said that it was caused by a "pressure sensor leak". Because I couldn't drive the car to a garage to be repaired (the leak was too large), I had a mobile mechanic come to my house to do the work.
Do you think that this repair will prevent the same thing happening again in the near future and are power steering system leaks common especially on cars of this age ?
When the repair was done the mechanic refilled the reservoir with fresh fluid. How often does the fluid need replacing ? Read more
Probably pressure blew the sensor apart due to unusual cicumstances,As for change,that's down to ford schedule.Me,new fluids nice and bright and clean,old stuff is dirty,dark and stinks.Not very precise I know,But just how many testers do we need to buy?Experience does sometimes count..
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You'll need it servicing to protect your warrantee.