July 2012
I have an 09 Ford C-Max; 1.8 petrol vehicle which has a problem with the idling speed when re-starting the car after it has been parked for an hour or so. When starting from cold in the mornings, the engine rpm is about 1100rpm and normal idle speed seems to be about 750rpm. However, if the car is used for a while and then parked for between 1 and 3 hours, on restarting the car the idle revs drop down to 500rpm at which the car is struggling. At this problem speed, dabbing the accelerator pedal has no effect, the revs refuse to increase and only depressing the accelerator pedal hard down will force the revs up. On occasion the engine will just cut out at the low revs. Sometimes the speed will oscillate between 750rpm and 500rpm. The dealership where I purchased the car have no idea how to cure this, they have cleaned the accelerator sensor but this had no effect. I would appreciate some advice as to what could be causing this problem.
I purchased a Mar 2011 Avensis 1.8 Tourer only 6 weeks ago. In recent weeks the steering has become heavy at times. This is especially true at Start up for the first 5-10 seconds. Also when moving into sharp car parking space The steering went heavy for the first quarter turn while the power steering motor kicked in you could hear the noise.
Going into Listers Coventry on Tuesday, i do hope they cover under warranty it not done 10K.... Read more
Well Toyota Listers very helpful. Failed to diagnose the problem but offer to fit a new Column as part of warranty. Sounds a little odd to me Also see this article from Toyota owners club
www.toyotaownersclub.com/forums/index.php?showtopi...2
Aircon is not working. Light is on but compressor not kicking in. I have replaced the evaporator sensor and pollen filter. The outside temp sensor reads ok and the passenger temp sensor fan runs and I have had it and cleaned it just in case.
I had the aircon gas recharge at Kwikfit fit. It detected no leaks and says the system takes 650g and it only had 75g in it so was nearly empty (there may be decimal point in there somewhere) still the aircon didn't work. They put a diagnostic on it and it stated "compressor coupling open circuit" and they thought this was a break or electrical problem at the pump connector or circuit. They cleared all codes. To be fair to them they tried everything but couldnt get to the compressor wiring connector even on a ramp. Fuses are ok in the car but do not know which fuse or relay it is in the engine bay but as everything else works and the fans don't think it's the fuses.
What else can I check, it is very frustrating. Do I take it to a specialists aircon or diagnosis company or to the dreaded Renault?
My econd problem is the same as other posts, temp on cool up to 25 and hot only at 26. Changed the evaporator sensor, still no joy.
Help please! Fenando, I hope you are still posting..... Read more
I am even more confused now! he checked the refrigererant and said it was empty and I must have a leak. Topped it up, same fault code, cleared it, still no aircon. He said there was dye in the refrigerent but he could detect no leaks with an ultraviolet light and although the machine pressure tests the system he said they are not very good at detecting leaks unless they are massive! He said that the diagnostic system was showing a signal going to the compressor from the ECU (Presumably this is the climate control computer) and still thinks therefore that there is a break in the circuit. I have tried to trace the green cable but it was impossible. I checked the pins at the back of the climate control unit for the pressure sensor and this was showing 5v which I believe is the correct voltage for the pressure sensor. I also did a continuouity test from the compressor control pin direct to the green earth cable at the compressor and got continuoity which really threw me!
When i got home I ran a new cable from the green earth wire at the compressor, via a switch, to the negative on the battery. With the engine running I can switch the compressor clutch on and off and I finally get nice cold air. Not the best workaround but a temporary remedy. With the aircon then working does this mean the pressure switch has to be ok or could I have bypassed it with my workaround? Is there any way to check the pressure switch once and for all. If you have already answered this and I missed it i apologise!
After 15 miles of driving, engine started to splutter and then completley died (after about 2 secs). After 5 mins it starts again and drives for 2 miles (about 4 to 5 mins) then cuts out and stops again. When running, engine behaves as normal. 115000miles on clock. Owned it for last 16000. Replaced plugs, fuel filter, air, oil 2000 miles ago. Fuel tank 1/3 full. Thought it might be fuel lock so removed the filler cap, problem persists just the same. I have no idea where to start next. Read more
Thanks to all those who replied. after inspecting the car more closely i noticed the front crossmember was shot and as MOT was due in 3 weeks decided to scrap the car rather than spend more money on it. Thank you though for your time. Rob
Hi, I've just had a replacement engine fitted in my V reg Vaxhall Zafira. Garage who fitted it (but did not supply the engine) have just told me that it has low pressure in one cylinder. I've contacted the company that sold me the engine (with 3 months warranty) they tell me that it's probably a very simple problem and easy to fix (I have my doubts). What are the potential causes of this, am I being had by the seller of the engine or is there some simple cause to fixing this engine rather than taking it out and starting all over again/scrapping the Zafira? Obviously I will be fighting to get the company that sold me then engine to pay for repairs. Thankyou. Read more
It'll be the rings gone, due to poor oil changes.
They are very thin and delicate....
hi folks
intermittent start problem on my 2.5tdi after camshafts and timing belts done.... Read more
hi sorry for late reply i have not been on this site since problems resolved..
to resolve i replaced the battery and ran through 1 ltr of desiel purge...
i was just wondering if it is difficult to change the spark plugs on a Nissan Note, i have a 1.4 Acenta 2009 model. Read more
You can see how to do this on a You Tube video.
Unfortunately the instructions on Youtube are for the 1.6 not the 1.4, it has adifferent layout....
My saga unfortunately goes on, since having the Citroen C4 2.0 Automatic, within the first day of driving it the service lights flash on and off, various warnings, but the major problem is that it shudders in first gear when there is even the gentlest of slope and then lurches forward like a rocker. It lost power completely on a flat speedbump today.
So I have taken it back to the dealer and asked for a refund, he said he needs to check it's faulty before giving me a refund as he never noticed the problem. So I have left the car with him and he is coming back to me tomorrow. Have I done the right thing not demanding the money there and then? I feel awkward because he wanted to find a honda civic for me, but nothing was coming up in my price range, so I suggested looking at Citroen as I had been happy with my citroen xsara. So he said to me today, this is why I didn't want to buy you a citroen with electronic gearbox! Read more
Well done for resolving it - and the dealer deserves our respect for dealing with the issue in a responsible and professional way.
Any opinions on which of these would be the best buy in terms of refinement, longevity and comfort? Read more
My daughter had a Rav and it was reliable and quite good to drive. I have had a few Volvos and like most people find the main dealers prices for servicing expensive. If however you can find a good indie then you have a recipe for keeping the car to a very high mileage and many years too if that is what you want and more reasonable costs.
Hello,my wifes key fob battery died on her today.
On opening the fob the battery fitted was a CR2016.... Read more
Thats a good thought,thanks.
The manual does'nt say,but I can check her handbook....
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Ford C-Max - Idling Speed Problem
I have an identical vehicle (09 C-Max 1.8 petrol), same age, with the identical problem. Car has been back 5 times, once for a whole week and recently for another 2 days. I am assured it is an isolated problem not known to Ford! Throttle housing and plugs have been replaced and on last visit fuel cleaner was used as it was thought the problem was a sticking valve caused by the low mileage - 16000. Still doing it! Would really appreciate someone throwing some light on this as it is spoiling an otherwise great car, and getting a little irritating!