November 2009
Trying to locate the fuel line in the modeo MK3 TDCI. think I have (connected to fuel filter) however how can I deceipher which one is carrying fuel to the engine and which one back.
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Hello all.
I recently purchased a 2001 Ford Focus after knowing there was a potential problem as when i started the car, there was a "rattling" noise under the car. This could have been a Loose Heat Shield or even worse the KAT.
I took it to KwikFit and it turned out to be the KAT...
So, they fitted a new one and within 2 hours of driving, the Engine warning light came on. So i took it back and they fitted another new one. The same thing happend and they fitted another one for the third time. The engine warning light is now on and it sounds like the exhaust is "blowing"
I am not mechanically minded at all and havent taken it to Ford yet but would anyone notice these symptoms and maybe has previous issues with this?
Thanks in advance.
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Thanks for your advice
There's some unusual construction work going on at the M25 A127 junction, does anyone know what it is? Read more
Thanks for the link - I guess it must be to do with the widening, maybe they are building central site for equipment and materials.
Its the first I've heard of this, its a huge project so I'm surprised it didn't get more press coverage.
Uses a hydrogen fuel cell. Vast cost in power to produce fuel. A dead duck from a "green" perspective. Read more
Can you really envisage
Why shouldn't a modular power pack should be accessible from outside the car, simply plugging in (horizontally or vertically), and removed and replaced by some sort of machine? This could also measure what's left in the battery, so you'd get a discount on the new fully charged one.
You couldnt store batteries in a small accessible space unlike the pumps where all you
need do is pull up and fill up.
The pumps are only where the fuel is presented to the motorist. I'm sure it could be done with batteries, too.
Going to a garage for new batteries would become a major event.
It could be, but why *should* it be?
i got a jazz a 53 reg and bought it from the dealer 2 years ago, the car has done only 25k, today i noticed that the seat fabric driver seat, has split from the edge of the seat where the seams are held together, the car itself has been very reliable but am shocked that a car of low mileage have this problem with the seat fabric, going to the dealer see if they would sort it for me, i understand that if a car of high mileage or age the seat fabric would split but not of this age and mileage for my current vehicle.
Just wondering if honda knows of this issue, heard there was something about the interior carpet being worn as well, i bought the vehicle 2nd hand from the dealer, and is out of warranty, but i have a aftermarket warranty from warranty direct, i dont think it covers the seats at all just see what the dealer says when i pay them a visit.
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Would you be too lucky to find one in a real or virtual scrappy ?
Finally said goodbye to our 2005 Scenic 1.9 DCi Privilege last week, sold to an online buyer. No more problems with turbo, EGR valve, heater resistor, dash electrics, weak trim etc etc.
A great car to drive, plenty of room for family, spoilt by terrible quality and dealer service.
Renault, never again.
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Maybe so, but some marques (like the Scenic) will require more lemon-aid than others.
My wife is seeking a replacement for her Mondeo 2.0 Zetec, as it has done just over 125,000 and is starting to give niggly problems. However, she is also aware that the MPG of this car is not the best and the cost of fuel will continue to rise.
She requires a 5 door vehicle as she takes her elderly mother out once a week who requires a wheelchair. She also commutes 30 miles to work each way on 4 days per week. Her annual mileage is about 14,000 so it is marginal for diesel. She would like a more fuel efficient vehicle and is very keen on the new Ford Fiesta 1.4 Zetec. It has similiar fittings to her Mondeo, such as heated windscreen and trip computer etc., all items which she is keen to retain in a new car.
I run a Honda Accord Tourer and that is our general load carrier, so as long as her new car will accommodate her mother plus wheelchair then that would be ok. Almost all of her driving is on A and B roads, and she likes to have power to overtake when safe and appropriate. She would like to buy new as she has just had a policy pay out and her budget is up to about £11,000. Any suggestions from the Backroom would be greatly appreciated.
By the way she is not keen on either a Yaris or a Jazz - not sure why, but then that is one of the great mysteries of women. Read more
I would have thought new fiesta boot is too small to take wheelchair.
Small estate will make lifting the chair in and out much esaier - eg 207 sw, Fabia estate, Clio Estate. However when I was looking they were coming out more expensive than run of the mill estates. In the end I got Meagn estate 1.9 Cdi, turns in almost 60mpg and good enough pull at all levels, but comfortable too.
A workmate bought a Vectra at 3 years old a few years ago (52 reg) for about £7K and this morning has announced that a garage has told her the Vauhall Vectra has either a broken gear box/cluch that needs replacing (total cost £1600 (no split available)) or a new ECU (Cost £600), the total potential cost being £2,200.
This is after the car was taken on a very short trip, and stuggled to get back to the house. The AA was called and the car would not move at all - The gear box felt like it has seized up.
The car was taken to a garage and it has informed her that the trade in value before the work will be about £500, and the trade in value after would be about £1500.
The car sounds to be otherwise fine, has done 77K miles and the normal driving routine is urban but with longer journey every few weeks. Some work was also done to the suspension last year.
It is new enough not to be covered under the scrappage scheme (hence some of the angst!).
My question is would you repair or sell?
Right now she is looking for another 3 year old Vectra for about £7K (same as last time!).
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Is it an auto... if so see...
ww.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/post/index.htm?f=4&t=578...7
In our continuing search for a second family car several 2006 Astra 1.3CDTI Estates have come up at decent prices.
A forum search has indicated some starting issues (CIM module?) and turbo-lag. Is this a chain cam engine?
Any other thoughts? Bear in mind its use will be mostly with just driver for a 20ml each way commute, sometimes plus two small teens and never with a load.... and we only travel on level Fen roads which can be bumpy. Read more
It's a good point b308. The differences were noticeable between a Citroen TD motor in the Xsara, ZX, Xantia and Rover 218.
This may have been discussed before but I've been wondering about this recently.
Do m'learned friends make the choice for themselves and try to persuade partner of the rightness of the choice later when it's on the drive? Or is there a shortlist maybe?
Is the choice an entirely joint matter?
Does partner see car in street and suggest it for next purchase?
I've bought the majority of my cars using my own skill and judgement, but am now moving towards a joint approach: as I get older I want Mrs O to be entirely happy in driving my car so she can get me back to civilisation if I keel over at the wheel in the middle of nowhere!
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I go along with this because I agree and I have my own reasons for
keeping a 205 ...
That and it's a fast appreciating asset. Another good one for a sceptical partner :-)
Of course your own reasons would have nothing to do with the astonishing handling.... ;-)
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There are 2 pipes going toward the engine the thicker one, which has a single connection on the filter, is the feed to the engine and the thinner one, which has two pipes connected to the filter, is the return. To prime the filter and the pump, remove the two pipe connection and connect a suction device to the filter and suck.