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mebbee try a clockwork motor ???????

Ah. Forget I said it then.🙉

Multimeter would definitely be useful here.😀

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Just a heads up, even 'faulty' solder can rarely be detected with the naked eye, you'll need microscopic help. Even if you give that place a phone call and discuss with Derek the symptoms, I'm sure he'll set your mind at rest. Remember tor report back here and let us know the conclusion.

Three doors in this green colour looks mint, when we first thought about getting one, it was going to be a three door Titanium X, it looked fabulous but then the sales rep asked if we have kids or grand kids! We said yes and he said a two door is advisable as it's a right pain getting the kids in the back plus the doors are wider, risking them from being damaged, went for the four door after the advice, also upgrading the alloys at no extra cost. From new [2010] until around 2019 it has done well but now we're encountering age issues.... Rust on the lower rear arches/sill bottom edges - Rear spring broke - Front spring broke - Front link arms worn - Both front Wishbones replaced - Trailing arm bushes replaced - Full new exhaust......Now the time is on us that the cambelt needs doing but can't afford it, think this is why most get rid of their older cars as they can't be doing with the hassle.

Ask and thou shalt receive 👍 - Quote from Lord Alli to Sir Keir 🤣

Looks like there are at least 5 different options for the light. Some have map lights. Some have toggle switch. Sone have sliding switch. Fusion seems to get a different one to Fiesta.

Anyone got any thoughts on this? One solution would be to wire in a switch so I can switch the radio on manually, easy to do, but a bit rubbish - if I forget to switch off at the end of a drive, I will be doomed... 🙂 Would like to understand why my car harness does not seem the same as this radio which says it is for my car! And rewire it properly if at all possible.

I have seen something odd... ... when I get home with a frozen (lost) map and reverse onto the drive the map comes back! Also keep being told to check the back seat for people whether I have opened the back doors or not, unlike the older software I can't find how to turn this off again!

So long as it's posted in the correct place 😃

Had exactly the same problem.. I drilled the top of the bolt to remove the head them removed the light.. Pushed out the part left in the car..then used jack nuts The will go through the hole left in the car and will expand under the plastic..then new bolts for the light fixing

Thinking of buying 2020 Transit Custom with 2L EcoBlue engine. Is the wet belt as bad as I'm reading about, or do just need to inspect it more often?

I upgraded to a pre-facelift Puma ST earlier this year (from a 8.5 ST2 Fiesta). The Puma is very similar inside to the Fiesta, so a little dated, but having seen pictures of the interior of the face lifted Puma I was more than happy to accept this compromise, especially considering the higher price of the updated model. I’m also not a fan of Ford’s obsession with relocating the badge to the middle of the grille on all of its new models, although I realise this is subjective.

Yes will let you know next week when I can get it replaced. Got to say though, I think I have got used to the car a lot more now and really enjoying it. Really surprised by the performance and economy. Thanks all for the help and advice

Hi everyone. I'm desperate for some help with my bluetooth issue and believe me, I've tried doing all the research I can but with no joy. This car is new to me, but a 2011 Focus, Mk3. It has the Sony Sync radio (version 1 I believe but I can't be 100% sure as I can't access any menus to verify that) and the phone button will not activate any screens/menus. I cannot select either of the Sync menus either. I also don't seem to be able to get a successful master reset by disconnecting the battery and removing fuses. My radio presets always remain stored which as far as I've read, they shouldn't after a master reset. I've tried to explain things as best as possible in this video I've made: If you can help I'll be EXTREMELY grateful and even Paypal you some funds as a thank you because I've been struggling with sorting this issue for about two weeks now. Thanks very much in advance.

Engine mountings worn out maybe

Hi Everyone! I am new here so hopefully posting at right place. I have a 2012 Ford Focus MK3 Titanium, and l'm interested in upgrading the instrument cluster to one that displays a digital speed readout. I've seen people swap theirs with the Ford Kuga MK2 cluster, which has this feature, and love to get more information on making this upgrade. If anyone has done this swap, I'd appreciate any insights on compatibility, programming needs, or issues that may arise, especially with features like parking sensors or other vehicle settings. I'm also based in Norway, so tips on sourcing parts locally would be really helpful. Thanks for any advice or recommendations!

The tire pressure sensors have failed on my 2015 Ford Focus TDi estate. Great car but try as I might - and I've tried - the car won't recognise the replacement sensors. Initially I thought the problem related to non-Ford sensors. So, I've now spent out on a full set of replacement sensors - the problem persists. The independent garage I use has sought advice from a chain tire specialist with a good local rep. No joy. They're recommending going to Ford which I'd sooner avoid. No offence to Ford but the labour costs (as checked) could go into hundreds. Sensible suggestions welcome.

It's quite obvious - no shiny heat shield at the front:

Small update (well not so small as it looks like I have written war and peace ). I took the car to BRC last week who had it for a few days and done a few checks (smoke/leak checks) and a few other things, but they said it was running ok. They changed over a couple of the sensors (I think the boost and map) and the guy I was speaking with on Friday said that the values were slightly different than expected, but both my sensors and the ones they swapped over for testing, seemed to report the same values, and everything appeared to be ok when they test drove the car. The one thing that I did before I took the car to BRC was that I charged the battery up a night or so beforehand (this was after I had watched/read something where the low battery might have been causing the odd codes to flag up). Since I picked up the car Friday afternoon, on driving back I had no service warning flash up, and seemingly the car drove as normal (under both normal and enthusiastic driving where I could put my foot down). Saturday afternoon I swapped out the battery for a new one, making sure that was 100% charged beforehand, and took it for a short but scenic test drive from one side of town and back round, both on the short bit of motorway, dual carriageway and town roads (so I was covering various speeds and driving styles) and again everything seemed to be ok. I forgot to reset the BMS before taking the test drive, so Saturday evening until this morning, I hooked the battery charger up again to fully charge it, and then reset the BMS. As I hadn't checked FORscan since I had picked the car up from BRC, I hooked up my laptop and found the following codes were flagged: Not on the GPS error code (not noticed any issues with the satnav, and wasn't sure if this was just something that might have flagged up after I had changed the battery). Changing the battery was a minor faff needing what felt like 3 pairs of hands to lift the battery out, a set of rubber gloves and a new pair of boxers (the spark when re-connecting the ground wire surprised me to say the least 💩). The fuel pump error is there for both PCM and OBDII codes. Found another video while searching the P2636 code which also points towards the low fuel pressure sensor: For now, I've cleared the codes, and I'm hoping that the weird behaviour is possibly linked to the original battery (was ~9.5 years old) being on the way out. With the new battery, touch wood, so far things have driven ok without any issues or warnings. I'm going to take a longer drive later today (~22 miles each way) and see what happens.

Just bought a Mondeo Mk4 and one of the wing mirror motors is juddering when it's folding in. Is there something I can do to save it / maintain it before it finally kicks the bucket? Can they be cleaned out / greased or something? Than you!

Hi thanks for thr input garage have done a few checks you mentioned they are now going to change the high pressure pump along with timing kit and water pump. Hopefully this sorts the issue out will keep you updated once the work is completed

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