Skip to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.
Ford Owners Club - Ford Forums

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.



Join the Independent Ford Owners' Club

Our community has been built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, and proudly run by Ford owners' for over 18 years. As an independent, non-official club, everything you’ll find here, advice, support, and opinions, comes directly from members with genuine Ford ownership experience.

Join our friendly community... it's Free!

 

2007 S-Max 1.8 tdci 125 hp - not starting

Kris12
Kris12
in General Ford Related Discussions

Featured Replies

I did a full service on my S-Max a few weeks ago, including timing belt and fule filter. Didnt prime it, but it started right up and I drove it a few kilometers that day and the next. Car has been standstill since.

Tried to start it today, it started for 1 second and died. Didnt start after that. Tried to start it for 1 second with start spray, didnt help. It started but died.

Could not find any fault codes with my hand held universal OBD.

There is a relay clicking every few minutes in the engine bay relay box after cranking. Dont know it thats normal or not.

It cranking fine and the battery is charging now, tried cranking again at 70% fully charged, still same issue.

Any common issues known to the 1.8 tdci? Any tips of where I should start?

  • Quote


    You probably need to prime your fuel filter again  mate - that may solve your issue

  • Quote
    • Author

    That solved it thanks! I connected one of those brass hand pumps for oil to the top of the fuel pump after disconnecting the diesel return pipe. Pumped for probably 20 mins until no air bubbles came out. Starting fine now.

  • Quote
    • Like 1

    Glad your sorted.

  • Quote

    • Latest Deals

    Ford UK Shop for genuine Ford parts & accessories

    Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via the club

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    The "Digestive"

    • The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026)

      Steve ·
      The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026) We hope this email finds you well and enjoying your week. As always, our forum has been buzzing with activity, so we’ve compiled the highlights for you. Plenty of interesting discussions are taking place, especially around the Ford Focus and Fiesta models. Starting off with the Focus, many members have been discussing issues with the Emergency Call System, particularly in the Mk4 model. PLB raised concerns about persistent malfunctions, a se
      Steve
      Steve
      • 243 views





    Background Picker
    Customize Layout

    Account

    Navigation

    Search

    Search

    Configure browser push notifications
    Chrome (Android)
    1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
    2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
    3. Adjust your preference.
    Chrome (Desktop)
    1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
    2. Select Site settings.
    3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.