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Juddering And Lose Of Power

nickotdci
nickotdci
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Hi all

Been having problems with my focus since i picked it up from the main dealer but they can't find it as there computer says NO!!!

The problem i'm having is after driving the car for a while it losses power and start juddering while trying to pick up speed this is now starting to p*@s me off and really want to get it sorted so any help would be great.

The car is a 1.8 zetec 2009.

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    Take it back and use the warranty, if they cant find the problem, try another dealer, if no one can find the problem get your money back!

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    I've got the can on finance, and getting to the stage where i'm going to tell them to sort another car out cause i think i'm well within my rights to do that (ain't i)????

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    Is it a diesel?

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    No it's a 1.8 petrol

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    My fiesta did similar to this when new. Have you asked the dealer to see if a ECU update is available?

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    yes you are well within your rights, the vehicle is not fit for purpose and as such you have the right to reject the goods and get a full refund. so if it comes to it, get this done sooner rather than later!

    have they checked the likes of the fuel filter?

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