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btmaldon

Member Since 18 Dec 2010
Offline Last Active Yesterday, 09:01 PM
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In Topic: Focus 2001 Coolant Problems

Yesterday, 09:05 PM

Sounds like the head gasket has gone. Take the oil filler cap off to see if there is any mayonnaise looking gunk on the inside of the cap. Also check the oil level to see if its gone up. It may not have as the water evaporates. 


In Topic: Breaks Just Dont Seem As Sharp......

Yesterday, 08:49 PM

It may just be the difference in braking when compared to the Clio. I bought one for the wife, and although I don't like it, the brakes are good in comparison to my Focus.


In Topic: Help Please, Button Needs Repair Or Replacing,

18 May 2013 - 09:00 PM

I would be tempted to buy a silver paint pen and use that. It wont be perfect but shouldn't be that noticeable


In Topic: Streetka Heater Control Valve

18 May 2013 - 08:52 PM

Your garage could be using cheap replacement parts. These do tend to fail quickly but not normally as quick as that. The Ford Main Dealer part is less than £40 and would come with a guarantee. The only other part that could be faulty is the heater control panel which is behind the control knob. It may not be regulating the voltage correctly to operate the solenoid on the heater control valve.


In Topic: Servicing Opinions Please

18 May 2013 - 08:44 PM

I would go for the big service as some of the service intervals relate to age as much as mileage. Brake fluid should be changed if it hasn't already been as it breaks down over a period of time and becomes contaminated with water.

A good Indy should be OK. 

I use a main dealer as I took out a service agreement which worked out cheaper when I bought the car. £519 for 3 years servicing and free European Breakdown cover.


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