http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/ If you want help or advice on a technical question about your vehicle... en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:54:24 GMT vBulletin 60 http://static.forum.rac.co.uk/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/ http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11377&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 11:53:58 GMT I bought a nearly used Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 - Petrol - Manual last December from a a Ford dealer. A month after I bought the car, I noticed that... I bought a nearly used Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 - Petrol - Manual last December from a a Ford dealer. A month after I bought the car, I noticed that there is loud clunky noise when I change the gear from 1st to 2nd from cold start. Twice, I had the car checked by the garage at the dealer's place but both the times I was told it was due to ABS engaging and it is not a fault with the car. I don't get this noise when the car is on the road - only from a cold start or whenever I stop and start the engine.
I was told that this is a common issue with Ford Focus Zetec cars. Could someone please let me know if this issue is common? If not, what may be causing this issue? ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions smshareef http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11377 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11376&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 08:17:44 GMT I've got a 1999 ford focus ghia,2.0 litre engine that reverses when it wants to and goes forward when in reverse.I've checked everything and they all seem to be fine.Nothing worn,the gearbox is fine but i just don't know what is the problem.If it was me i'd just deal with it but my wife drives the car as well and is easily panicked so its really frustrating that i can't solve it.Please help? ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions colbert1 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11376 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11375&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 07:08:17 GMT Hi all, Ive got a Silver Ford 2008 Studio 1.25 Manual Petrol 5dr Fiesta and its causing me some bother.... The problem occurs when I come to a... Hi all,

Ive got a Silver Ford 2008 Studio 1.25 Manual Petrol 5dr Fiesta and its causing me some bother....

The problem occurs when I come to a stand still at traffic lights etc and my car is idling. The revs drop and raise and the car appears to be struggling to maintain a continuous idling speed. I can also feel the vibrations of the engine struggling though the pedals.

The revs drop well below 1000 (though it has not yet ever stalled on me) and continue to be erratic for a few seconds until it rights itself and I carry on with my journey, then when I pull up again at another set of lights, it does it again.

I took it back to Kwik Fit where I last had it serviced and they changed the spark plugs again to rule out any misfiring, unfortunately it wasn’t the spark plugs as the problem continues. The fluid levels appear to be fine and there is no engine warning light on the dash (so im hopeful it’s nothing too serious).

The car is still under warranty (apparently) but i dont think it will be valid anymore as i didnt have it serviced at the Ford Garage...

Its barely 2 years old and i cant beleive that im having problems with it already....any advice going?

Thanks so much xx ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions fefejane http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11375 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11374&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:44:37 GMT Hi my mondeo tdci goes into limp mode nearly everytime i give it full throttle. can anyone help solve the problem ????or have any suggestions... Hi my mondeo tdci goes into limp mode nearly everytime i give it full throttle.
can anyone help solve the problem ????or have any suggestions please.
thanks
kev. ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions kevinh http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11374 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11373&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:41:14 GMT Could anyone please help,

The problem is no dash lights when I turn the ignition, and engine doesn't turn over. Main headlights work but I get a funny beep tone when i turn on the headlight switch. Start solenoid doesn't click, all fuses and plugs in cluster are visualy fine. The car is a 94 1.1 petrol rover metro.

I'm sure I missing the obvious (oh, the battery is fine too), but I just can't think.

Cheers for any help. ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions mike4856 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11373 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11372&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:40:30 GMT Hi, I recently bought a used Fiesta 2006 (71k). Image: http://www.nextcar.com.au/i.ford.fiesta.2006.zetec.3door.studio.right.05oct.jpg I have... Hi, I recently bought a used Fiesta 2006 (71k).


I have noticed, when the engine is cold, it makes a squeeky tapping noise from the timing/fan belt area. This increases with revs, but once the car is warm, it seems to go.

Is this something to worry about or just one of those ford problems? ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions talksr http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11372 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11370&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:43:21 GMT Hi, i have a 1999 ford focus ghia, 2.0 litre engine that only reverses sometimes when you put it into reverse it goes forwards, I've checked everything but everything is fine.The gearbox and the selectors aren't worn ,the clutch is fine.I don't have a clue as to what the problem could be.Any suggestions? ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions colbert1 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11370 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11366&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 01:06:35 GMT Hi, When i turn my heater on to number 2, i get a weird buzzing noise coming from my drivers side door next to my electric window buttons, but if i... Hi,
When i turn my heater on to number 2, i get a weird buzzing noise coming from my drivers side door next to my electric window buttons, but if i select any other number wether it be 1, 3 or 4 the noise stops. I have no idea what it could be, but if anyone can offer some help or adivce it would be much appreciated, thanks.

Corsa Breeze
05 plate
1.2 ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions skullunky http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11366 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11365&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:40:07 GMT hi my terranos engine malfunction light came on this evening it drives ok just had major service and 3 newbelts it is a 2.7tdi y reg any ideas what... hi my terranos engine malfunction light came on this evening it drives ok just had major service and 3 newbelts it is a 2.7tdi y reg any ideas what may be the problem??:confused: ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions katie http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11365 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11362&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 09:39:34 GMT Hi, I am hoping that there may be someone out there that can enlighten me with a problem that has developed with my 2000 Focus 1.8. The problem... Hi,

I am hoping that there may be someone out there that can enlighten me with a problem that has developed with my 2000 Focus 1.8.

The problem I am experiencing is as follows,

Firstly when the engine is running at idle speed (approx 750 rpm) and the car is at a stand still I am experiencing a juddering sensation. It seems as if the engine is struggling to stop itself from stalling.

Secondly when the car is moving along and you depress the clutch or go into neutral when rolling up to a junction e.c.t. the engine will keep revving up to 2000 rpm until the car comes to a complete stand still then will drop down to 750 rpm and start juddering again.

Otherwise when you are in gear and driving along all appears to be fine.

I hope there is someone out there who can give me clue.

Thanks. :) ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions triggerlee http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11362 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11360&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:12:04 GMT my dad has a 1.4 8 valve astra n reg petrol and the speedo has seemed to stopped working i put a new engine in it around 2 months ago not sure if... my dad has a 1.4 8 valve astra n reg petrol and the speedo has seemed to stopped working i put a new engine in it around 2 months ago not sure if this has anything to do with it although it was working at 1st when i changed it..any advice will be much appreciated ive pulled the cable from the gearbox all looks ok etc? ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions wayne14280 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11360 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11359&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:19:18 GMT My air con needs regassing on my Vauxhall Astra H, 2.0 Turbo but do not know where the pressure valve is to put the gas in, can anyone give me... My air con needs regassing on my Vauxhall Astra H, 2.0 Turbo but do not know where the pressure valve is to put the gas in, can anyone give me details of where this is.

Thanks ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions Hadi84 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11359 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11358&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:33:49 GMT A couple of weeks ago, I bought a Citreon Saxo and the blower only works part time and with no reason as when it doesn't want to work, but then, other times it will work fine. What's the probability here? ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions theRdriver http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11358 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11357&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 15:23:49 GMT I have a Mondeo 2ltr TDCi estate (54 plate). I am getting a REALLY irritating noise coming from the heater/aircon unit. When it is on (all temps and... I have a Mondeo 2ltr TDCi estate (54 plate). I am getting a REALLY irritating noise coming from the heater/aircon unit. When it is on (all temps and speeds), there is a high pitched 'warble' noise eminating from the unit. The pitch increases and decreases when I accelerate or brake. The only way to silence it is to turn the unit off.
It's one of those noises like a dripping tap in the middle of the night. I drive a lot of miles and it's driving me NUTS!!!

Any help or suggestions gratefully received. ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions markmayes http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11357 http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11356&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 12:00:19 GMT Hi, i have a renault clio van, i have not used it for a year i had to put a new battery on as the old one was drained, i then unlocked and locked car... Hi, i have a renault clio van, i have not used it for a year i had to put a new battery on as the old one was drained, i then unlocked and locked car to make sure all was working but i tried to start the van no luck i went to get diesel just incase still no joy then my dad noticed when he tried to start the car the red light ( immobiliser) light stays on continiously.... he got advised to start the engine but whilst turning press the fob aswell aas it sometimes over rides the engine.. still no luck any ideas ppl?? ]]> Technical and Maintenance Questions lisa20fox http://www.rac.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=11356