FORD FIESTA: Questions and answers

Ford Fiesta 2006

My Ford Fiesta`s front seat drop forward lever does not allow the back to drop forward when lifted. Any ideas? (Style)

Ford Fiesta 2002

Hi. My son just bought a Ford Fiesta Zetec 2002. Everytime he depresses the clutch it makes a noise, but when he releases it the noise goes away. Can anybody help?

Ford Fiesta 2006

Does my Ford Fiesta have a cam belt or cam chain? If it is a cam belt how often should this be changed?

Ford Fiesta 1997

My Ford Fiesta 1997 has no power on the injector and the ignition coil connector. What could the problem be please?

Ford Fiesta 2012

Will the lights on my Ford Fiesta`s trip computer and time and date go out on their own or do I have to keep locking the car everytime that I want to turn them off?

Ford Fiesta 2001

I was driving my Ford Fiesta down the A421 and was overtaking a lorry when the car suddenly started losing power and struggled for about 30 seconds to get it`s power back. When I got home and opened the bonnet I listened to the engine but there were no major noises, oil or water leaks. Does anybody have any idea what could have caused this to happen? (1.3 Flight)

Ford Fiesta 2005

Hi. In the last 24 hours my Ford Fiesta has started missing and shuddering when I reach 30mph, like it does when you are in the wrong gear. My engine light has now come on and the car is really sluggish. Has anyone experienced this before? I`m hoping that it is nothing serious. (1.4 Ghia)

Ford Fiesta 2011

The fuel and oil warning light have just come on in my Ford Fiesta. What can cause this and is it serious? Thanks. (1.4 tdci)

Ford Fiesta 2004

How do I open the bonnet on my Ford Fiesta?

Ford Fiesta 2012

Where is the boot release button on a Ford Fiesta please? (Edge)

Ford Fiesta 1998

I wonder if somebody could help me? Will a mark 4 1.6 Fiesta Zetec`s front and rear number fit a 1998 mark 4 1.25 Fiesta, which is the car I have currently? Obviously the wiring loom won`t be there for the front lights on the bumper, but are all the fixings the same? I hope that somebody can help please? (1.25L)

Ford Fiesta 1999

Does anyone know how to re-programme a key fob for a 1999 mk 4 Ford Fiesta? I have tried lots of different ways and nothing works and yes I have changed the batteries.

Ford Fiesta 2001

I have a fuel gauge problem with my 2001 Ford Fiesta 1.3 Flight. The indicator fluctuates, sometimes wildly and does not give a true reading of the amount of fuel in the tank. I’ve been told it could be the sender unit on the tank or an electrical problem with the gauge unit in the dashboard. Any ideas?

Ford Fiesta 2003

I have been told that I may have a leak from my Ford Fiesta`s thermostat housing. Will my car be okay on a long distance journey or is it dangerous to drive?

Ford Fiesta 1999

I am trying to find a reliable mechanic but I am looking to have some knowledge of the possible problem beforehand. In the last week or so my Ford Fiesta has been quite sluggish and not very responsive when I accelerate. Also the engine is much noisier and louder than usual. Then the oil light came on, which I thought was unusual as I only filled up the oil a couple of months ago, but I have checked and there is no oil patch underneath the car where I park. Since putting more oil in, the car is now billowing blue/white smoke when I pull away. I suspect that this is signs of a problem with the head gasket?

Ford Fiesta 2002

Is there a difference in the cylinder head on an earlier model of the 1.25 Ford Fiesta Zetec to the 2002 Ford Fiesta Zetec SE? (1.25 Zetec SE)

Ford Fiesta 2012

I’ve been trying to change the back dome lights for my Ford Fiesta 2012 SE Hatchback. I am able to remove the light fixture but, when it comes to removing the bulbs on the rotating lights, I can’t seem to do it because it’s hard to get my fingers in that cone where the bulb sits. Do the bulbs just pull out? And is there a right way to do it? (SE Hatchback)

Ford Fiesta 2012

The display on my Ford Fiesta reads "pausing" where the mileage meter is. Can anyone help?

Ford Fiesta 2004

I have inadvertently connected both jump leads incorrectly on my Ford Fiesta. Now the vehicle won`t start and the immobiliser light on the dashboard flashes every couple of seconds. Are there any quick fixes please? (Flame)

Ford Fiesta 2008

I had a front spring replaced under warranty in November on my Ford Fiesta Zetec S. The noise seemed to be back after only a few weeks, just not as bad. I went over a speedbump the other day and the noise was as bad as before. How long should a spring last?

Ford Fiesta 2002

I have just bought a Ford Fiesta Flight 2002 and everything seems to be okay. The only issue is with the CD/radio. While driving, the CD player works without a . problem. However, the radio doesn’t work, just static white noise. When I turn the engine off, but have the keys in the ignition, the radio can be turned on and works without a problem. Is there anything I can do to have the radio working while driving? (Flight)

Ford Fiesta 2000

Hi. I`ve recently bought a Ford Fiesta Zetec S 2000 model hatch. When I got the car home it aquired a knocking noise which is really loud. Sometimes when I put the throttle down it goes away, or sometimes if I leave the car to tick over it goes away, but generally it`s there and is very loud. The noise goes altogether if I put the car into gear with the handbrake on and hold the car at biting point, but when I put the throttle down whilst holding at a biting point it comes back. It doesn`t get any faster, it just taps consistently. I thought it might be the cam rods so I took the rocker cover off and they are all fine. However, I did also drive the car from Leicester to Sheffield without oil. When I put new oil into the car I went round to the exhaust and the car had been spitting loads of black-like soot out on the drive. Can anybody help please?

Ford Fiesta 2012

Why do the door locks on my Ford Fiesta only work when the key is on?

Ford Fiesta 2003

The stereo of my 2009 Ford Fiesta doesn’t always work or come on. I generally listen to the radio whilst driving, but sometimes when I turn the radio on all that it says is "Ford Audio, Welcome" or something like that. The only light that shows on the display is a flower type symbol in the bottom lefthand corner. After a while of trying to turn it on by pressing the power button the radio might decide to work. Any ideas as to what the problem might be? (1.6 TDI Zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2006

I own a Ford Fiesta. How do you get the leads for it`s reversing sensor into the boot from the bumper?

Ford Fiesta 2005

How does one change a brake light in a 2005 Ford Fiesta Finesse? (TDCI)

Ford Fiesta 2007

How do I change a window regulator on my Ford Fiesta?

Ford Fiesta 2004

My Ford Fiesta has this problem. When it’s not moving it has some vibration, but when it starts and the car is moving the vibration vanishes. The mechanic has checked it for motor problems, electrical problems, and injector problems but the computer doesn`t show any problem. We have changed one of the injectors but the problem still exists, the vibration decreased somewhat but the problem persists. What can I do? (1.4 TDCI.)

Ford Fiesta 2003

What position is the relay for the eac on a 2003 Ford Fiesta?

Ford Fiesta 1999

Hi. I have recently bought a Ford Fiesta 1999 and there is something wrong with the dashboard. The indicators are not working and all of the fuses are intact. Please can anyone tell me what to do?

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Have you checked the relay on the indicator stalk? Ashley from England

Ford Fiesta 1995

My Ford Fiesta automatic is slipping when engaged into drive. It sets off in the morning fine but after an hour or so of driving it begins to slip, then it will become impossible to move. Does anyone know what it could be? (1.3 gear)

Ford Fiesta 2002

I have just fitted an alarm to my Fiesta, but the indicator lights keep flashing for about 20 seconds when I unarm it (due to the interior light relay timer i think). Anyway, can I have this problem solved in any way please? (have connected the blue wire of the alarm to the blu/blk wire of the interior light at the moment).

Ford Fiesta 2003

Hi I went to start my car and turn my wheel but it wouldn’t move until the car rolled forward. Why? (was on a flat road, no bumps) and by rolling the car I mean I let out the clutch. Only done it that time and has been fine since? Any worries at all? (flame)

Ford Fiesta 1998

Hi, my rear wiper on my mk4 Fiesta has stopped working. I have replaced the motor, checked the fuses and relays and cleaned the pins on the boot. Can anyone help me with the cause for this to stop working? Thank you.

Ford Fiesta 2002

There is smoke coming from my Ford Fiesta engine and a loss of power from engine and loss of power steering. Oil and battery light both came on. I don’t know what’s wrong, can anyone help?

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She’s had it mate - Diesel Dan from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2002

How long should a mechanic take to replace the timing belt of a Ford Fiesta Freestyle? (Freestyle)

Ford Fiesta 2000

How can I open the bonnet of my Ford Fiesta when the cable to the release mechanism is broken?

Ford Fiesta 2003

Hi, I have a 2003 Ford Fiesta Duratec 1.4 petrol. I like to think I can maintain my car however I didn’t check the water for a while and during a drive to fill up petrol today the car was kind of shuddering and juddering. There seemed to be what looked like water leaking from under the car. When I say leaking I mean small small drips, nothing major however still worrying. I’m not sure what to think or do. The engine management light has come up. I waited for the car to cool down then filled up the water. Could I have done any damage and what should I do now apart from the obvious of taking it to a garage. I don’t want this mistake to cause me hundreds of pounds! Help please. Much appreciated, thanks.

Ford Fiesta 2000

I own a Ford Fiesta Finesse 2000 reg and the speedometer keeps failing intermittently. It seems to be when I’m changing gear, often it drops down to zero but then if I’m doing a steady speed it works again. When it works I’m pretty sure it’s showing the correct speed. I was told by one garage it would mean a whole new gear box, but as that would be rather pricey, I’m wondering if anyone has any idea what else might work? Thanks. (Finesse)

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Could be the VSS (vehicle speed sensor) - Lee Warman from Essex

Ford Fiesta 1998

Hi there. I have a Ford Fiesta 1.25 zetec 1998. When the weather is damp or raining it loses power or cuts out, it is fine in the dry weather. I checked the leads and saw it was arching across two leads so I changed the leads and spark plugs. It still does it, even after spraying ignition sealer over the connections. Could it be the coil pack or would it still do it in the dry weather if it was that? I need help with this one badly. Thanks. (1.25 Zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2008

Can anyone help please? I have just been for a 40 mile run in my Ford Fiesta with the heater working fine. I stopped off for an hour but when I jumped back into the car there was no heating, only cold air, a strange rattling noise and a smell of burning. Any help appreciated please? (Style)

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This sounds like the car has lost water in the cooling system. Check to make sure the car’s cooling system has water in it - check the expansion reservoir. I suspect that a leak has developed somewhere and you have lost water or that the heater matrix has burst. Be very careful not to run the car without coolant because very serious damage could occur if you do. Good luck! Lawrence Graney from Ayrshire

Ford Fiesta 2006

My 2006 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec`s engine starts but the trip computer, rev counter and radio do not come on for about 30 seconds. What could cause this problem? (1.25 Zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2004

My Ford Fiesta`s Cd player randomly makes a ’clicking’ kind of noise when I am playing a Cd. When I turned the ignition off it continued clicking after I took the key out. I turned the ignition back on to try and take the Cd out but it wouldn`t come out although you could hear it clicking and making the ejecting noise. Eventually after about 10 attempts of pressing the eject button on the 4500 it came out and the clicking stopped. This has happened whilst driving before, but when I have put the same Cd in recently I have had no problems until the other evening when it started again? It had a scratch on the compartment where the Cd goes in when I bought it so I don’t know whether it has had this problem before? Any help please?

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This problem now stopped my car from starting and had to call the breakdown company to get it working, the only way to start the car after its stopped turning over is to turn the CD player off! Now replaced this cd player with one from halfords and it seems to work properly! So if you have this issue just replace it with one from Halfords as Ford won’t touch it! - Paige from Nottinghamshire

Ford Fiesta 1989

I am trying to remove my Ford Fiesta`s water pump but one of the bolts is ceased and I have broken two socket heads trying to undo it. Has anyone got any suggestions on how to tackle this problem?

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The best tool to use to remove seized nuts and bolt is a closed wrench rather than sockets. Even good quality sockets split sometimes, but if you use a cheap socket of poor quality it is likely that anything tough at all will break it. Spray the nut or bolt with some WD40 or something similar leave for a few minutes then try the spanner/wrench. If that fails apply some heat to the nut or bolt then try again. There are wrenches that are made especially for removing chewed heads or seized nuts and bolts, but these are very expensive tools, however, they are also a great investment if you are going to be doing a lot of maintenance work. Good luck! Lawrence Graney from Ayrshire

Ford Fiesta 2009

The boot of my Ford Fiesta won’t open and the warning light saying that it’s open is constantly showing. It worked okay yesterday and hasn’t done it before. (style+)

Ford Fiesta 2007

The dashboard in my Ford Fiesta 5 door Zetec keeps saying that the driver`s door is open when it`s not. The central locking doesn`t work when this happens and you have to manually lock each door, but the door on the driver`s side doesn`t lock properly even though it does shut. In the past we have tried disconnecting the car battery and resetting it several times. It occasionally rights itself then it happens again. What can be done? Is it the solanoid? Please help.

Ford Fiesta 2007

Driving home from work and my Ford Fiesta lost all power. I managed to pull over less than 500 feet from home. AA man came but couldn’t touch it because I did not have home start but turned on the engine and the car started no problem. He revved the engine several times and followed me home. I do not want to drive it now in case it happens again. Any ideas? (automatic)

Ford Fiesta 1996

My Ford Fiesta’s hazard warning lights suddenly come on and then will not switch off, after a while they stop all by themselves! Has anyone any idea why this might be happening? I have had it checked by a garage and they can not find anything wrong with it but then it doesn’t do it when they have it!

Ford Fiesta 2010

I have just acquired this Ford Fiesta and there is what I would describe as a constant droning noise. Car does have 3 different types of tyre fitted - is that likely to be the problem? (1.25 Edge)

Ford Fiesta 2008

Are the rear wheel bearings pressed or not? (Zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2008

How do I zero the trip on my Ford Fiesta’s odometer? I have looked in the handbook and cannot find a reset button... (1.6 TDCi Climate)

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Just keep the menu button pressed in - Dale from England

Ford Fiesta 2008

How often should I service my Fiesta Zetec?

Ford Fiesta 2004

My semi auto Ford Fiesta has had new gear module fitted but it still won’t recognize any gears. Any one had the same fault?

Ford Fiesta 1997

My Ford Fiesta keeps losing power totally and if I stop it just cuts out. I have a k&n - filter could this be the problem? (1.4 Ghia)

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Hi, it won’t be your k.n. filter, more than likely that you have a stepper motor problem. Check all connections to this and if that’s not the problem then it could be down to a leaking inlet or outlet valve on 1 or more cylinders - have a compression test done to confirm. Good luck - Dennis Powell from England

Ford Fiesta 2011

An amber oil warning light has just appeared on the dash. Checked oil levels which seems fine. I have done 8,600 miles and it is due for the first 12 month service very soon. What else apart from low oil level would cause this to display please? (Zetec 1.4 tdci)

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Hey Martin, your warning light is telling you that your oil pressure is low, not the oil capacity. I’d suggest you have someone check-out your oil pump just in case one of the pressure seals is failing. Have a good day mate - Dave Pearce from Australia

Ford Fiesta 2006

My Ford Fiesta hasn’t been driven for a few months but started first time in January, then again two weeks later when I drove it for a half an hour journey. I also started the car two days ago to re-park it elsewhere and it was fine. Last night I went to drive the car and the display is saying transmission malfunction with a flashing red light. I don’t know anything about cars but this seems like a serious problem to me - does anyone know what it actually is as I don’t want to be ripped off by a mechanic!! Please let me know if this has happened to you and what the outcome was. Thanks, Louise.(Zetec Climate)

Ford Fiesta 1997

My Ford Fiesta starts okay, runs okay except when extra power is required, i.e. going up hill. I have just changed the spark plugs but this has made no difference. I noted no1 plug had some oil on it - any help much appreciated.

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Try cleaning the air filter - Dimitri from Israel

Sounds like a faulty coil pack - Martin Jones from Essex

Hi, it very much sounds like lack of compression the cause. Could be piston rings valves or head gasket. Have compression test done to determine in which area the problem is. Hope this is of use to you. Good luck - Dennis Powell from England

Ford Fiesta 2011

On a 2011 Ford Fiesta, should the back speakers work when I have radio or CD on only the front ones seem to work...

Ford Fiesta 2001

I am trying to replace my Ford Fiesta’s air filter but having trouble getting the old one out of the car. Any tips? It’s a Y-reg Zetec S.

Ford Fiesta 2010

Every time I start the engine, the remote boot release opens the boot. I have had the car 18 months and this has just started to happen. Any ideas? (1.6TDCi)

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You need a new boot switch, the problem is water ingress into the micro switch. It is a known concern within Ford - Stu from England

Ford Fiesta 2002

My Ford Fiesta has been stood for a while and I just found that the fuel pump fuse had blown under bonnet. I replaced the fuse but the fuel is still not getting through. Any ideas what I should try next?

Ford Fiesta 2001

My Ford Fiesta gives a bleeping noise every now and again, like an alarm. When this happens my intermediate wipers or washers don’t work. Any suggestions?

Ford Fiesta 2003

I’m having difficulty removing casing on high level rear brake light. 8 mechanics have tried and short of taking it back to Ford at a cost of £80 an hour labour to change a bulb I don’t know what to do. Can anyone help please?

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There are 2 spring clips inside the light cover, you access them by removing the 2 rubber grometts. If this fails you can actually prise them off (gently) from the outside! This can be a bit more awkward if you have a boot spoiler. Remember though, there are no screws holding it, just spring clips. It takes a large capless bulb - Bernie Hanley from Renfrewshire

Ford Fiesta 2002

Hey, my car seems to have developed a delay when I try to accelerate and it gets a little jittery as well, bit worried it may be misfiring as this has happened in the past. Any advice to avoid a garage as I don’t trust them!!

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Probably the coil pack is faulty causing a misfire, new ones cost around £30 plus fitting - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2003

Hi! Does anyone know how to check the transmission fluid on a Ford Fiesta 03 plate, automatic gear box?

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Has it not got a dipstick? Check your handbook or ring Fords - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2008

When driving my Zetec Sport, after approximately half an hour the gear stick goes stiff making it harder to change gears? Why is that?

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The problem is the lever and spindle at the cable end, (inside the plastic casing at the front end). Lever costs £36.41 and spindle pin £7.34. It’s a fairly easy job. Remove casing, Front part clips off, rear bit 5 small bolts (8 mm socket) remove cables, turn them clockwise till plastic pegs disengage, pop off cables, remove circlip from lever and withdraw ! Unbolt pin (spindle ) with a 21 Ring key? Can’t quite remember the ringkey size. Replace same way. Easy peasy! I’m a driving instructor and have owned Fiestas for almost 20 years. Still love to muck about with them. Hope this helps. Part Numbers F1367506 (lever) F1090530 (pin,spindle) - Bernie Hanley from Renfrewshire

Ford Fiesta 2004

Hi. When I switch on the heater or AC it only works on number 4 . It doesn’t work on 1,2 or 3. Someone told me it is the switch so I replaced it with a new one but still the same thing is happening. Please can someone say if it might be the heater blower resistor? If it is faulty then where is it located? Thanks. (1.4 LX)

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It definitely is the resistor, they are made with built in safety so that you won’t be left without fans, so blows on 4 only, the resistor can be found at the right hand side of your glove box, got to remove glove box though, just hold in the sides and pull down, you don’t have to unscrew anything - Bernie Hanley from Renfrewshire

Yes, it will be the blower resistor located next to blower motor - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2003

Can anyone tell me how you remove the alternator from my 03 Fiesta 1.3 LX please, to check the brushes or, if need be, to replace it? Many thanks.

Ford Fiesta 2002

I have a coolant leak from a unit on the off side front that appears to also have air conditioning pipes enter it? The leak is coming form what seems like a removable plate two bolts securing it onto the unit. At the moment coolant is leaking once car gets up to normal running temp/ pressure. Can I drain down the coolant system, remove this plate, to find a replaceable seal to fix the problem?

Ford Fiesta 2002

My Ford fiesta has been left for six months without being started. I have tried jump starting it with jump leads but it doesn’t even turn over or start. The petrol lights and handbrake lights flash but the engine management light doesn’t turn on at all. Any ideas?

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If it’s been stood for such a long time, the battery will be dead, possibly irrecoverably, and the engine will likely be partially ceased due to all the internal lubricant draining away from the cylinder walls. The starter motor may also be a bit stiff. Jump starting will not always work when an engine is in this state and is usually pointless if the car’s own battery is not capable of holding a charge. I would recommend you try charging the battery overnight or replacing it with a new one. Before trying to start the car put it in a high gear, 5th or 6th, then, with the ignition OFF, rock the the car forwards and backwards until it can be pushed in either direction with relative ease. This will free the engine from its frozen state. You can then try to start it. Don’t be surprised if it doesn’t fire up immediately, fuel drains away when a car is stood for long periods. Crank the engine in short bursts, don’t keep it spinning for more than 30 seconds. This will help charge the oil and fuel pumps without stressing the engine too much. It may take a few minutes before the engine fires, when it does, do not rev it, let the oil circulate around it for a minute or so to avoid damaging expensive parts. Finally, if it does not start you may have to check the following: 1. Fuel - is there any in the tank? Is it reaching the engine (pump problems)? 2. The ignition circuit and spark plugs - moisture ingress can cause lots of problems here. 3. The starter motor - has the solenoid ceased preventing the starter from engaging the flywheel. Good luck - Dave from England

Wow! Thank you very much! - Collette Bannon from Bedfordshire

Ford Fiesta 2008

I recently bought a Ford Fiesta 1.4 Style from a dealership. The car is pretty good, I was happy with it. It had a full service history and had only done 51,000 miles. My question is, how long should the rear wheel bearings on this type of car last? I don’t drive it like crazy, I use it mainly for shopping and driving to work and I don’t really push it over 70 mph. In fact I tend to keep at a constant 60-65. The reason I ask is that the rear passenger side wheel bearing went after I had only driven the car over 1,300 miles, which is nothing really. I asked my brother-in-law who is a mechanic and he reckons they should go for at least 100,000-150,000 before changing.

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Your brother-in-law is correct, but is also misleading you. Any mechanical part can have a long or short life depending on a multitude of factors and there is nothing remotely surprising about a wheel bearing failing after 52,300 miles of use. The dealer would not have been aware of any problem. After all, you drove the car for 1,300 miles before it became apparent to you, so unless he had done the same the fault would not have manifested itself on his forecourt. Most wheel bearings are not serviceable items, they are replaced not repaired, therefore a service agent would not touch them unless a fault was known to exist. The car will have had at least one MOT, (wheel bearings are a check item), so it is unlikely the bearing has been faulty for an extended period. You have just been a victim of bad luck, at least its only one that’s gone. If you purchased a warranty with the car, you should be covered. If not, you will have to bite the bullet and cough up for the repair, unless your dealer has a kind heart. Ford are not likely to be of much help, their warranties are not exactly generous and your car is probably outside of their time and mileage restrictions, but I would try them anyway, they do sometimes offer goodwill contributions towards the repair of early component failures - Dave from England

Ford Fiesta 2011

Both electric windows on my Ford Fiesta’s front doors only go down half way. Any suggestions anyway?

Ford Fiesta 2005

I lowered the back seat and now it will not go back as the seat belt located in the back seat will not release its tension to allow this. I’ve removed the square metal plate that gives access to the seat belt mechanism and can see nothing that will release the belt to allow the back seat to return to its upright position. The rolled up belt will not give way. Do I need to remove the nut that holds the belt in place to remove the roller? Thank you. (Zetec)

Ford Fiesta 1999

Hi, my son has just bought his first car, a ’99 V reg 1.25 Zetec Fiesta. All was fine for a few weeks but recently, when parked and locked, the alarm has been going off at random for no apparent reason.Thanks in advance for any help you may be able to give. This is my second post, the first time I stated there was no audible alarm, just the flashing lights. I’ve just found the alarm horn had been disconnected so it has obviously been a problem not mentioned by and passed on from the previous owner. Please help!! Thanks everyone. (1.25 Zetec)

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Remove the alarm, it’s usually located at the back of the engine - Chris Dolsn from England

Ford Fiesta 2001

Will the front seats from a Ford Puma fit straight into a mk5 Fiesta, or do the sub-frames have to be swapped? Thanks. (1.25 Freestyle)

Ford Fiesta 2007

Does anyone know what the difference is between the front panel on the 1.6 diesel Zetec 57 reg and the 1.4 diesel 57 reg and why was the 1.6 diesel Fiesta a limited edition. Could you please explain the differences?

Ford Fiesta 2003

Can someone help?? I have a Ford Fiesta Zetec 1.4, 60,000 on the clock. Recently I am having trouble getting the car into third gear and also when putting the gear into reverse it makes a noise? Does anyone know what the problem is? The car has had a major service recently.

Ford Fiesta 2005

An orange abs light has come on and after several checks it will not go off. Please, does anyone know why, or have any ideas, on what the problem is. The brake pads are good, as they are fairly new.

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You will have to get it code read, that’s the only way to find the fault, it’s probably a wheel sensor but you have one at each wheel - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2007

There is a smell of diesel fumes inside my Ford Fiesta when stationary and at low speeds. Fuel consumption has gone up and mpg has gone down from 66 to 60, Is there a problem or not? (Zetec TDCI)

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Could be a leaking injector or the fuel leak off pipes located across the fuel rail. Most good garages should be able to tell you this just by taking a quick look - Stu from Englan

I have just had the same problem which turned out to be two leaking injector Seals, a common Fiesta problem, which allowed diesel to drip onto the Exhaust Manifold (hence the smell and lower mpg). My local garage estimated two to three hours to replace them, which was achieved. However, nearly two weeks later, I still have not got the car back as they are unable to get it to run properly. Ford diagnostic equipment does not indicate any faults. Are there any Ford Technical guys out there who can point me and garage in right direction. My car is a 2006 3 door Style - John Whiteley from Wrexham

Ford Fiesta 1999

My Ford Fiesta will not start straight away when temperature drops although once started runs perfectly. Changed water temperature sensor and air temperature sensors, cleaned maf sensor and changed plugs, leads and coil pack. Any ideas please?

Ford Fiesta 2002

Engine warning light has come on and staying on when driving. My Fiesta seems to be driving fine - any ideas?

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You will have to get it code read, there’s obviously a problem somewhere - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2006

Does the windscreen washer motor have a fuse because the owners manual does not list one. The front and back wipers are working but not the washer motor... (Zetec S diesel)

Ford Fiesta 2005

I need a new bumper for my Ford Fiesta and I want to know... Will a mk7 bumper fit a Ford Fiesta 2005?

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There are several different bumpers available. Give your local Ford dealer a call with your reg number they should be able to tell you which bumpers are applicable to your vehicle - Stu from England

Ford Fiesta 1995

The injection pump belt has broken on my Ford Fiesta. Will this have damaged the engine or the pump, or both? (diesel)

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If it’s just injection pump belt then no damage, but renew everything, belts tensioners & guide pulleys - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2005

What is the red light on the bottom left hand side of my instrument panel for? My handbook doesn’t even have my layout in it. It comes on with a warning buzz.... (Ghia)

Ford Fiesta 1999

Hi my son has just bought his first car, a ’99 V reg 1.25 Zetec Fiesta. All was fine for a few weeks but recently, when parked and locked, the alarm has been going off at random for no apparent reason. There is no audible alarm, just the flashing hazard lights. Thanks in advance for any help you may be able to give.

Ford Fiesta 2002

My Ford Fiesta 1.4 petrol has ------ displaying instead of the odometer reading. The speedo does not work either. Diagnostic came up with missing data (U22000). Does anybody know what that means?

Ford Fiesta 2007

Which models of Fiesta have coloured dash between 2002 and 2008? Thanks.

Ford Fiesta 2004

The light on the dash for the doors stay on. All the doors are closed, but the light stays on. Where is the problem? The alarm is activated by pushing the lock button on the key twice. When pushed twice the indicators flash. My car’s indicators flashed everytime, but now all of the sudden it doesn’t. Is my alarm still working? (Ghia)

Ford Fiesta 2006

My outdoor temperature indicator on the dash board has suddenly started to show minus 38 degrees Celsius. Does anyone know where the sensor is located and is it easy to replace? Any help would be appreciated.

Ford Fiesta 2008

Hi, I’ve just bought and Ford Fiesta and have noticed that the dashboard heater plug light to let me know when the car is ready to be started does not come on at all, is this normal?

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Bulb blown? - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2003

I have a Ford Fiesta Zetec 1.4 tdci with 70,000 miles on the clock. I have thick white smoke and a nasty smell from the exhaust. What could it be?

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Sounds like you are burning coolant, head gasket? - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2008

Yesterday my Ford Fiesta’s rear window shattered, leaving 2 holes in each top corner. The glass was all blackened. Has this anything to do with the rear window heater?

Ford Fiesta 1998

My rev counter and petrol gauge are not working, how do I fix them?

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These both run off simple fuses, check fuse box - Billy Melrose from Fife and Kinross Shires

Ford Fiesta 1992

Does anyone know, or can guess, why is the brake light showing on the dash board of my Ford Fiesta when I turn my lights on? (1.4 Zetec)

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Is the bulb indicator on the dashboard yellow? If it is then it’s a blown bulb - Lee Stevens from Northamptonshire

Ford Fiesta 2001

The locks on my Ford Fiesta do not seem to unlock, only lock. The only way I can get into my car is by opening the boot and unlocking the doors from inside. Any advice on how to solve it? Thanks.

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Try a new key as they wear. If not, you will have to buy new lock kits and have them built to your key - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 1997

I drive a Ford Fiesta Zetec and it was running fine yesterday but today I was having problems changing gears, both changing up and changing down. It is getting stiff and I am having to force it into gear. Any ideas? The fluid levels are fine.

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Hi, my gears were like that last year, it ended up being I needed a new clutch. Good luck - Annette from Lancashire

I had this problem with mine too. It turned out to be a lack of brake fluid bellieve it or not! Might be worth checking - Kathryn from Northumberland

Ford Fiesta 2005

I have a Ford Fiesta Zetec Climate with 35,600 miles on the clock. Could you please tell me when I should get the cambelt changed. Thank you.

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60,000 miles onwards to be safe with a new tensioner - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2010

My Ford Fiesta’s boot keeps popping open - any suggestions?

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You need a new boot switch in the tailgate. The problem is water ingress. Your local Ford dealer will be able to cure this for you - Stu from England

Ford Fiesta 2006

My wife’s Ford Fiesta has begun making a humming noise. It appears to originate from under the car but only seems to appear when you get above 30mph. It sounds like you are riding a motorbike. I have checked the exhaust but the sound is not a blow but a hum. Can anyone offer any help or advice? (1.25 Zetec Climate)

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Possible wheel bearing of tyre noise - Dave Gamble from England

Ford Fiesta 2003

Hi, recently my Fiesta has been ’chugging’ slightly as I go up a steep hill. Today I parked up, took it out of gear and the car was almost jumping up and down. As I drove home my engine light kept flashing and it wouldn’t allow me to go faster than around 35mph. I can only describe the feeling as like driving in 5th gear but at 10 mph. Like there’s no power. Can anyone tell me what might be wrong? Oil level is fine. Thanks. Hi recently my fiesta has been ’chugging’ slightly as I go up a steep hill. Today I parked up, took it out of gear and the at was almost jumping up and down. As I drove home my engine light kept flashing and it wouldn’t allow me to go faster than around 35mph. I can only describe the feeling as like driving in 5th gear but at 10 mph. Like there’s no power. Can anyone tell me what might be wrong? Oil level is fine. Thanks. Variant: Petrol 1.4. Year Of Make: 2003

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I had the same problem with my 02 plate 1.6 Ghia. It was a faulty coil pack apparently quite common at 50,000 miles. Replacement was straight forward, cost £25 for coil pack. Good luck - Murray Downie from Scotland

Ford Fiesta 2007

It says on my Ford Fiesta’s dashboard and a light appears that my boot is open yet it is firmly shut. Can you help me solve this? (Zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2005

When will my cambelt need changing on my Ford Fiesta Zetec (petrol) 2005?

Ford Fiesta 1990

My Ford Fiesta is fitted with a 32 tlm 1a carburettor. I cleaned all the jets and fitted new accelerator pump diaphragm but the car still judders at 35mph and will not tick over cold or hot. Please help.

Ford Fiesta 1982

I had a new alternator fitted on my 1982 Ford Fiesta because the battery light was not coming on. It still isn’t coming on, what could be wrong?

Ford Fiesta 2009

Does the digital temperature on the dashboard of my 2009 Ford Fiesta relate to the temperature outside? Where is the engine temperature? (1.4 Titanium auto)

Ford Fiesta 2004

When I unlock or lock my 04 Ford Fiesta Silver the indicators do not flash. The only way I know it’s unlocked is if the light inside comes on. Is this not a feature on this car or do I need to fix something? Please help!

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Hi, does it unlock all the doors or just the drivers door? I had a problem with unlocking the doors but can’t remember if the lights flashed or not and it was just that the fob had been set diferrent and to get it back to factory settings, you have to hold lock and unlock for a few seconds. Hope this helps if not, was worth a try - Cheryl Shepherd from Yorkshire

Ford Fiesta 2006

I am suffering gear resistance when the engine is warm or the heater is on. I took my Ford Fiesta Style to ATS and couldn’t find any problem. Please help, my arm is starting to hurt! :(

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Hi. I had this problem with my 1.4 tdci. It was the large gear selector on the front of the gear box - the 2 plastic bushes had swelled. You can buy the full selector as the bushes are not sold as a spare part. It cost £40 and is quite an easy job to anyone who is capable, approximately half an hour to do so - Alan Wilson from England

Ford Fiesta 2004

The off-side front washer on my Ford Fiesta has stopped working. The nearside appears to be fine. Can someone give me an idea why? (1.4 tdci Zetec)

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Jets are blocked clean out with a pin - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2005

I have a 2-litre Ford Fiesta ST and it has a loud whining sound that kicks in at 62 mph. I thought it was the wheel bearings but they would make a noise all the time surely. Please help, the noise does my head in!

Ford Fiesta 2004

What oil should I use in my 2004 Ford Fiesta? I have just purchased Castrol 10w 40w. Is this suitable for topping up when required? Thank you. (Flame)

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5/30 semi synthetic is recommended - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2009

The indicators do not flash when I arm the alarm on my Ford Fiesta. They did used to - is there a relay or something? (Zetec Sport)

Ford Fiesta 2003

Hi, i am driving a 2003 Ford Fiesta 1.6i. When I drove into the office complex my car just switched off and when I tried starting it again it just wouldn’t. It makes this funny sound, is if there is a fault with the starter! About a week ago the speedometer gage just stopped switching on with the warning signs. Can anyone help?

Ford Fiesta 2001

Someone tried to steal my daughter’s Ford Fiesta and broke the indicator and wiper arm. It is a 51 plate I can’t get a 51 plate part. Can anyone tell me how early a year model I can get on other arm from. I can get one from an earlier P plate model will this fit the 51 plate? (1.25 basic)

Ford Fiesta 2006

My Ford Fiesta’s windscreen washer pump is working but there no water coming through. Seperated the two pipes connecting the jets and still no water. Any suggestions? (1.4 tdci)

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Take the pump out of the bottle and then remove the rubber seal and clean it under running water as it has a filter in it which gets blocked - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2003

What does it mean if there is oil in the exhaust of my Ford Fiesta?

Ford Fiesta 2004

At low rev my Ford Fiesta’s engine sounds as if there is sometrhing knocking internally. It doesn’t seem to sound at high revs, maybe its drowned out by the engine noise? You only hear it in the driving seat not under the bonnet. I’ve been told it is something to do with the cam belt and wheels and would require them to be replaced, expensive. It has only done 20,000 miles. Any ideas?

Ford Fiesta 2007

Hi, I’ve got a problem with the gearbox on my 2006 Ford Fiesta Zetec S 1.6 with go faster stripes :P ) Here’s how it all began: I was driving down the motorway, doing about 70-ish :) in 5th when all off a sudden the car started jumping like when you stall. Except I was doing 70. I dipped the clutch and revved the engine to see if the engine was OK and it sounded and all was OK. Then while coasting/free wheeling I re-engaged the gearbox and the same thing happened again. I pulled over to the slow lane and tried again - the same thing in most gears and then maybe a minute later after driving in 4th, the juddering stopped and it seemed OK. Then a few more miles down the road, when it was safe to do so, I stopped and pulled in at a garage a few miles from my destination as I was quite close when all this happened anyway. I had a look under the bonnet, and the reverse sensor had what looked to off been blown off. The part that screws to the thread was still intact and I could see the wire from the loom dangling there but the main part was gone! It had lost a lot off oil as a result. I nursed it a mile or two back to camp and parked knowing there was nothing I could do on a Sunday night. Next day, I went to a garage told them the massive story above lol :) I had them replace the sensor therefore plugging the hole stopping the gearbox bleeding out all over the place, and refill with the correct gearbox fluid. A few hours later, snuck off from work to pick the car up they told me the reverse lights are not working but there;s no reason why electrically. I got in and started driving back to camp thinking, "well at least the box is OK" (all happy and that pleased with myself). All the gears where fine until 4th to 5th :( It crunches in and then whines a bit when driving and then when you take your foot of the accelerator whilst 5th is still engaged it makes an even worse whining sound. Then, if your reapply the accelerator it goes back to a quieter whining sound. (Brilliant, I thought to myself, Christmas and this happens... standard). So if you’ve read this massive boring story this far just want to say thanks for taking the time to read it :D and I hope to get some feedback on what the problem could be. (Zetec S)

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I would say it needs a gearbox, my 2003 Mondeo has had two already, and only 58,000 - Diane from County Antrim

Ford Fiesta 2003

What does EAC on the dashboard mean? My car wouldn’t start and was displaying that message. (Finesse)

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Electronic accelerator control try removing the multiplug from the airflow meter and cleaning it with a blast of WD40 - David Hepburn from Fife and Kinross Shires

Ford Fiesta 2007

I have just had my fuel injectors changed and my mileage has just dropped from 64 mpg down to 50 mpg. I have no leaking of fuel and my daily journey has not changed so don’t know why?

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I’ve got the same problem. Has anyone got the answer please? Mark from Torfaen

Ford Fiesta 2005

My Ford Fiesta will not start in the cold mornings. It’s as if the battery is flat because it goes with a jump start. I’ve replaced the battery but still the same problem. Can anyone please help as this is getting very annoying!

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Starter motor fault, it’s common on Fiestas - Alan Evans from England

Ford Fiesta 2008

When does the timing belt need to be changed on my 58 plate Ford Fiesta?

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I would say around 70,000 miles and not what Fords say, and make sure the tensioner is changed as well - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2006

How many kilometres is the life of the OIL COOLER (cooler filter ) in a Ford Fiesta?

Ford Fiesta 2003

Hope someone can help. I have a whistling noise coming from my Ford Fiesta’s engine when its running. Any idea what it might be? Thanks.

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It could be the fan belt - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2010

I have a 2010 Ford Fiesta Edge 1.25-litre. I want to know if the snowflake alights on the dash when the temperature drops?

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Yes, below a certain temp. It’s amber and below that it is red - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2002

I have changed all four fuel injectors on my Ford Fiesta and the car now starts but there is loads of white smoke blowing out off the exhaust. what can be the cause? (1.4-litre tdci Zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2002

My question is that I have a Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDci. I did major service 6 week before but after that the heating light constantly remains ON with fan as well. My car is not heated and even I start it in the morning but still remains ON. I even replace its thermostat and whole coolant recently but still does not work. Can you help me please? And yesterday, when they changed its thermostat they disconnect its battery so now after that my car CD / Audio system is asking me for a code but I could not find it on my book. So please suggest me what should I do in regards heating light constantly ON with fan under the bonnet? And also code for audio CD player? Thanks in advance.

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Recently I found my thermostat was failed as struck open and I changed it. After that, I found some thick white smoke coming out with a strong smell of gas. I am not a mechanic and have no idea what could the possible reason. I have not fixed it yet. But my strong guess that the white smoke is from the charcoal canister that trap the vaporized gas from the fuel tank and the emission system after the engine shut down. This canister has two solenoid control valves, one without side and open until the engine reached the normal operating temperature. The other valve, what I believe the main culprit also solenoid control usually closed before the startup and open when the engine reach the normal operating temperature. Now when my thermostat failed at open condition (open loop) condition, it took infinite time to reach at 1/5 of the temperature gauge and it never reached the ideal normal operating temperature at mid gauge (82 degree). The coolant temperature sensor send this low temperature signal to ECU (Engine Control Unit) that it was the car’s normal operating temperature and it was registered in the ECU as the car’s normal operating temperature. So, when I just start my car after changing the thermostat, the Charcoal Canister purge solenoid valve opened and emit the white enriched gas to the air intake manifold by vacuum at very low temperature. Most of the readers commented in every place as white gas means blown head gasket. But for this case only reset the ECU by disconnecting the negative connection of the battery for 15-20 minutes will solve the problem. By the way, my idea is that at any engine or emission related parts replacement to be effective, ECU reset is required to activate the changed parts performance. Try without spending anything. Don’t be ripped off by the mechanics (fitter) - John from Canada

Hi there, sounds like you have an air block in your system, see if you can find a bleed bipple on one of your pipes or on the radiator, get the car up to temperature so the thermostat is open and release the valve to let the air out. If the heaters are not working also put them to full heat and turn the blowers on, if the system is bled properly then it must be electrica. Check your fusebox for the radio. If you do not have the code, there is a fella on eBay that sells Ford radio keys, think it’s about £2. Hope this helps - Mark Wilson from England

Ford Fiesta 2003

Ford Fiesta 2003 Hi. I have a 1.4-litre Ford Fiesta Zetec. I have had it since new and it’s done 100k miles. It has recently started over-heating, with the coolant bubbling up. Also, before it starts over-heating there will be a very strange and loud clicking noise (behind the glove box it seems). Does anyone now why the car might be over-heating and what the clicking sound is? Answers: First check your waterpump as they are prone to fail at high mileage. If it has gone, it will pressure the system and overheat - Reg Rst from Wales Hi, I have had the water pump changed and the thermostat. But I am still getting the clicking sound by the glove box and the heater works now and again. and it still overheats.. what else could this be? Someone said possibly the heater control valve... I am running out of ideas!!

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Hi there, have you checked between the windscreen wipers? Lift your bonnet and the plastic pannel where your wipers come out of, there is a plastic 4 way heater module and these are prone to cracking/snapping, they are not that noticable with them being covered over, this would make the car overheat. ABD would stop your heaters working properly, hope this helps - Mark Wilson from England

Ford Fiesta 2007

The offside front window on my Ford Fiesta unwinds to about 1 inch from top and it will not go any lower but it will go back up. Is it a faulty winder or window switch? (1.25 Zetec)

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Probably the regulator has broken - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2002

Hi, the rear lights on my wife’s Fiesta are not working (both sides). The brake lights are fine and the headlights are okay (looks like drivers side main beam bulb has blown but would this be related?). Looked at the manual but cannot find any reference to the fuse controlling the rear lights. Any ideas? Any assistance would be gratefully received. Thanks.

Ford Fiesta 2002

I am trying to replace my Fiesta 2002 1.2 ZETEC’s gearbox. My gearbox Part No :- 97WT7002YE Serial No :- TTFLO 270901175318. The gearbox I’m thinking of buying is Part No :- 97WT7002YE Serial No TTFLO 14102203728. Was wondering if the gearbox I’m thinking of buying would fit my car?

Ford Fiesta 2008

Hi, I have a 1.4 08 Ford Fiesta. The headlights are sometimes not turning off when the dial is turned and the car is off. When they do go off the lights are randomly turning on when the car is parked up. I have spoken to Ford mechanics and they have never heard of this happening. Has this ever happened to anyone?

Ford Fiesta 1998

My Ford Fiesta is drinking oil and will also only reach 50/60 km/h in 3rd/4th gear and won’t accelerate any further. The revs just seem to idle at that point and I’m forced to drop gears to get power back?Any ideas? (1.3 lx)

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Put a white cloth over the exhaust, if it goes black quickly, you are burning oil if not you have a leak. Take a spoonful of oil and drop it where you park your car and imagine if it were say a pint, you would see it. Broken piston rings would allow oil into the bore and you would burn pints of the stuff. You have checked your dipstick is in place? - Bob Watson from Dumbartonshire

Ford Fiesta 2007

I need to change the heater resistor pack on a 2007 Ford Fiesta but do not know where it is located in the car or what I need to do when i have located it. Can anybody help?

Ford Fiesta 1995

I have removed all the connections to my cars alternator, but cannot remove from the engine bay, tried from below and above, any suggestions? I have an idea that years ago when the AA man changed it he removed a radiator pipe? (1.3 Frascatti)

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Remove it from underneath, if it’s got power steering you may have to remove the pump. Don’t forget to disconnect battery earth lead as the alternator is permanently live - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2000

Will a 2002 Zetec engine fit in my 2000 model Ford Fiesta?

Ford Fiesta 2000

How many miles do I have left once my petrol light comes on my Ford Fiesta Finesse 1.3l? Thanks.

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Approximately 50 miles - Mark Willson from England

Ford Fiesta 2004

On my Ford Fiesta, the light in my boot will not go out and the door opened sign on the dashboard is constantly on even though the boot is closed. Has anyone else experienced this and can offer any advice?

Ford Fiesta 2007

How do I drain the petrol tank on a Ford Fiesta? As it has water in it and will I need to do any thing else? I have cleaned out the filter. What else would i need to do?

Ford Fiesta 2007

I’ve got a problem with my Ford Fiesta. When I’m gentle with the accelerator the car revs to 5,500rpm and then cuts out and restarts when the revs hit 0. But if you put the pedal to the floor the car will do the same yet at only 3,000 rpm. I’ve taken the induction hose off to monitor the butterfly whilst revving the car and the throttle doesn’t seem to open until the car hits full throttle - could this be a malfunction on the throttle itself as I’m led to believe the throttle positioning sensor is built in to this unit or could it be another sensor elsewhere? The only reason I put my finger on the throttle is with it failing to open. Can anyone shed some light on this problem for me? (ST150)

Ford Fiesta 2010

When I turn off the ignition the radio stays on. And if the ignition is off I can not turn on the radio. Any thoughts? The car is a Fiesta 2010 diesel.

Ford Fiesta 2010

When I turn off the ignition on my Ford Fiesta, the radio stays on and if the ignition is off I can not turn on the radio. Any thoughts? The car is a Fiesta 2010 diesel. Thank you.

Ford Fiesta 2007

I had an accident in my Fiesta and the pillar has been damaged. Can it be repaired or would they class it a right off?

Ford Fiesta 2010

I’ve got a 2010 Ford Fiesta Edge and lately, when I switch the fan on, it puts the air con on too. It never used to do that, only since I’ve been using the air con over the summer. I was told, if you have the heater set on windscreen it will put the air con on too... Well, I’ve set it to feet, dash board but it still comes on. Can anyone help or advise? (12.5 Edge)

Ford Fiesta 2003

Hi, I have a 1.4-litre Ford Fiesta Zetec. I have had it since new and it’s done 100k miles. It has recently started over-heating, with the coolant bubbling up. Also, before it starts over-heating there will be a very strange and loud clicking noise (behind the glove box it seems). Does anyone now why the car might be over-heating and what the clicking sound is?

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First check your waterpump as they are prone to fail at high mileage. If it has gone, it will pressure the system and overheat - Reg Rst from Wales

Hi, I have had the water pump changed now so it doesn’t overheat. But I am still getting the clicking sound by the glove box and the heater works now and again - Billy Lee from England

Ford Fiesta 2001

When I turn the steering wheel on my Ford Fiesta it sounds dry - what could it be?

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Have you checked power steering fluid level? - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2003

The cooling fan on my Ford Fiesta is not working and the engine over-heats. Fan works when connected to separate feed though. I have replaced the thermostat and temperture sensor, still no luck. I want to renew the cooling fan relay and have looked at the relay/fuse panel behind the glovebox but can’t identify which relay is the right one or the fuse. Can you help? (1.4LX)

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I’m pretty sure the fan is controlled through the main ECU. Get an electrician to check it out, Fords don’t fit a separate fan switch in the cooling system after a certain year - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2005

Does anyone know where I can get an n/s Ford Fiesta engine mount bush from and roughly how much they would cost? As I’ve been to Ford and they haven’t got a bloody clue what I’m on about...

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Any Ford garage, £60-ish - James from Berkshire

Ford Fiesta 2011

I have had my brand new Ford Fiesta Zetec for 1 week and was about to reverse. When I put the car into reverse it started to move and it felt like I had hit something - there was a small bang but nothing was around - what was this?

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Take it back to Fords, it’s under warranty - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 1999

Hi, I’m replacing the motor for the heater in the bulk head area - do I need to flush the coolant out of the system first? (1.25 Zetec)

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No, because you don’t have to drain the water to change blower motor - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2011

What does the yellow oil light mean in a Ford Fiesta diesel Zetec?

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Low oil pressure - Martin Jones from Essex

It’s a service light - Dave from Ireland

Ford Fiesta 2000

Hi, I have oil in my water expanion tank but have lost no power - what could this mean? Thanks!

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Possible head gasket - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2001

When dipping the clutch and holding it down, a rattling sound comes from the engine. Does anyone know what this could be?

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It will be the heat shields on the exhaust catalytic converter rattling at certain revs, I had the same problem. This is what it turned out to be - Dave from Berkshire

Ford Fiesta 2004

Please help! Both my Ford Fiesta seats cannot be moved forward for people to get in the back and the pull things have broke. I have them but dont know how to fit them?

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You will have to remove the seats, and then release the backrest trim from the bottom then you may have enough room to replace the linkage by working your hands up behind the trim,if not, remove all the back trim - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2011

Everytime I accelerate and revv my Fiesta 1.6L Sport Ti-VCT Automatic more than 5k rpm there is an engine oil odour coming out of the air conditioning. I set my air conditioning to circulate the air inside of the car instead of getting air from outside. Can anyone help? My Fiesta’s mileage is about 20,000 km.

Ford Fiesta 2004

Hi, I have had my Ford Fiesta 1.4 Petrol for 3 years. In that time the engine management (amber) warning light appears and the engine misfires. I have taken it back to the same garage 3 times now, and they have found that the spark plugs are sitting in about 1/2" of water! They, like me, have no idea how it is getting in? Please, any help would be greatfully appreciated as it costs around £130 each time to fix it!!

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I had this problem on an old Fiesta (2000 on a W Reg) and the water was coming out around the bolts that hold the top of the engine together (sorry not very technical I know), off the top of my head I think its two bolts in between the spark plugs i.e SP1 Bolt SP2 SP3 Bolt SP4. Got the seals around these replaced and all was fine again - David Langford from England

Screen washer pipe isn’t leaking is it? - Martin Jones from Essex

Check the windscreen washer hoses on the bonnet where they go through from the underside to the topside. I had this after a RTC and they don’t repair it right. It cost me a lot of money but it’s a known fault. Google ’Fiesta washer leak’. Regards - Dave Cummings from England

Thank you to all that answered my query. When I put the windscreen washer on (with the bonnet up) I noticed that the water was running down the windscreen and leaking through the bolt of the n/s wiper arm! I have sealed around the bolt with an external waterproof sealant. For a couple of days, the amber engine warning light stayed on and it ran rough but with no more water entering the engine compartment, the warning light went off, and it now runs sweet, as any water under the plugs has evaporated. Thanks again - David Bluck from Yorkshire

Ford Fiesta 2006

I am looking at the purchasing the Ford Fiesta Zetec Climate 1.2 4 door. Does this have MP3 / USB ports within the car?

Ford Fiesta 2000

How do I get the push fit oil filler cap off on a Ford Fiesta?

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If it pushes on then it just pulls off - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2000

The heater on my Ford Fiesta has stopped working. I have bought a new thermostat but I do not know where in the engine to find the old one to replace. Please help, I am frozen!

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It is probably the electronic heater valve located at bulkhead, just follow heater hoses and you’ll see it. It may have a rubber cover over it - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2006

My daughter has a Fiesta ST that’s not starting first time. The car has just had a major service which hasn’t sorted the problem. The independent garage thinks there has been a software update which he thinks is free of charge. The Ford main dealer wants to charge for any info, which I think is wrong. Can anybody help please?

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I recommend that you go to www.jam-sport.co.uk and contact them they are experts when it comes to performance Ford models or if you’re on Facebook, look up ’JAM-Sport’. Hope this helps - Ciaran Cassidy from Ireland

Ford Fiesta 2001

I bought this Ford Fiesta 1.6 Zetec in April and have just discovered that the heater is just blowing cold air. I checked under bonnet... and to my horror the 2 hoses have been cut and connected by a small piece of hose using jubilee clips so that that water is just going round and round instead of going into small radiator! Why would someone do this? Also is the secondhand dealer liable to fix this?

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The electric heat control has packed up, look towards the bulkhead where the hoses are. Pull up the rubber cover and you’ll see a little motor, replace it for about £35. Don’t buy a cheap chinese one though, they don’t last long. As regards to the dealer, all you can do is ask - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2010

On a Ford Fiesta Zetec 1.6 TDCi, is there either a warning light that comes on when a DPF regeneration cycle is needed in order to avoid a trip to a dealer? Alternatively, is there a value in the Test Mode (key to position 1, press and hold down the button in the trip clock, key to position 2, release button after the word TEST appears between the clocks) that can be monitored to obtain a "DPF % full" reading?

Ford Fiesta 2004

Hi. Does anyone know how can I turn the engine management light off on a 54 reg Ford Fiesta 1.4 Flame?

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Only by connecting diagnostic equipment - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2006

Query: The front wheel bearing on a Ford Fiesta. Does the wheel bearing fit in one side or any side because I put a wheel bearing in the front left side and now, as I drive at 20km and above the break light comes on, the speedo stops working and the management light comes on and ABS light stays on. Please help.

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Did you fit the correct bearing, it should have a sensor ring on it. When fitted it’s at the rear of the hub facing inwards - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2004

Does anyone know why I would be getting an EAC light flashing up on dash and then I lose power and the car keeps cutting out? Please help, I have a 1.4 Ford Fiesta, 2004.

Ford Fiesta 2002

My Ford Fiesta has a knocking noise and on acceleration the steering wobbles - does anyone know what this might be?

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Sounds like a driveshaft problem - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2006

Hi, can someone please help? I bought my car, a Fiesta Ambiente 2006 Automatic, about 3 weeks ago from a credited second hand dealer. Because the car hasn’t done 100,000km yet they serviced it before I got it. The morning after receiving it I started it but it cut out. It has been doing that every morning now, I have to pump the accelerator for about a minute before I can set off to drive somewhere. The dealers mechanic has said the car has an automatic choke and I will need to pump the accelerator for at least 30 seconds. Surely this shouldn’t be happening? The car shouldn’t be cutting out. I had a Honda Jazz 2005 automatic that never cut out even in the winter! Please help! Thank you.

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No you should not have to pump the throttle as it’s got fuel injection. I assume there’s a problem somewhere, get diagnostic equipment and put on the car to find the fault - Martin Jones from England

Ford Fiesta 2010

Hello, I don’t have a question about a Ford Fiesta as such, it’s more about any car really. What would you write on a report after finding out the right hand rear suspension damper is leaking? Thanks, I do hope you can help.

Ford Fiesta 2000

I came back to my 1.25 Zetec this evening and it was dead - no life at all. So I had it jumped and as soon as the power got to it the hazards flashed for approximately one minute then reset themselves. Is this a warning of something?

Ford Fiesta 2000

I’ve been having trouble with my Fiesta for a while. I completed a service recently. Roughly a month afterwards I started experiencing problems. Firstly, the battery light on the dashboard would flicker and stay on constantly during any journey. After another month the car started running really rough like it was running on three cylinders. As I had already changed the spark plugs I knew they could not be the problem so i replaced the leads as well. The car was running perfectly for a while, until the battery light started to flicker again and then started running rough but not as bad as before. I can’t think of any other connection between performance and electrics other than the alternator but am unsure whether the alternator actually affects performance. The car starts everytime perfectly, but the problems occur primarily when the engine is cool. Please offer any suggestions as I just want the car to start running smoothly again. (Zetec 1.25)

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First is to check your ignition coil. If there is an issue, this can happen. If you feel you are running rough, the cause can be leakage of coolant to your engine head, it can be very minimal, but it’s there, so whenever this happens on a cylinder this can misfire. check your engine oil, or check the plug in the morning after a drive, you will see coolant in one of the plugs, if leakage is there. You can check the alternator if its giving proper current with a meter check. Issues with fuel pump is also rarely seen, please check the pump and fuel filter - George Abraham from India

Ford Fiesta 1996

It starts immediately every time, it runs normally for a while then it will stop firing. More so when I boot it again. I am getting to the stage where I’m afraid to drive it. Can anyone shed any light on problem?

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Check your ignition coil and plug leads. Replace if necessary. Also check if there is leakage of coolant in engine oil. This can make it not to start correctly - George Abraham from India

Get the fuel pump checked aswell - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2000

When I turn the heater control to cold, it stays hot. Why?

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The heat control motor has packed up, lift bonnet chase heater hoses to bulkhead there you will see a small electric motor, common fault, beware of really cheap ones as they don’t last - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 1998

I have just replaced my starter as it was clicking and not starting unless you pushed it. It started first time with a new one and then it just clicked again. The battery is taking a charge so could this be a fuss or relay switch that contols the starter? It’s a 1.8d.

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Get the battery tested first then check the main earth leads. If no joy, take the starter back and get them to test it - Martin Jones from England

Ford Fiesta 2004

The alarm system is not working in my Ford Fiesta 1.4 2004. What can I do? (1.4 diesel LX)

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Give it back to its rightful owner - Bill Bailey from England

Ford Fiesta 2000

I have an intermitent scraping noise from the wheel when braking, most noticable at lower speeds. Could this be a bearing problem?

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Is it from the front? If so, check the disc pads also while it is jacked up. Check for play in bearings, if from rear. Sounds like a leaky wheel cylinder has contaminated brake shoes, remove drums and check - Martin Jones from England

Ford Fiesta 1998

How do you remove a track rod arm which is bent from steering rack if possible?

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You do need a special tool to remove track rod from rack which you will see if you remove the gaiter - Martin Jones from England

Ford Fiesta 2002

I’m trying to buy a second hand gear box from scrapyard but the guy asked me for the serial number on an existing gear box. Whereabouts on the gear box will i find the serial number?

Ford Fiesta 1998

The car keeps rev at 1 and half to 2. I have changed the speed sensor and the air flow meter but that still hasn’t worked. It failed its MOT on the emissions. What can it all be about every 1 is stuck with? What it can be? (gir x r reg)

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Could be a split breather hose which comes out of the engine block to the inlet manifold, this would make the idle too high and upset the emissions - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2010

Why does this car lose power in second and third gear when it’s cold?

Ford Fiesta 2010

I keeps losing power in 2nd and 3rd gear when the engine is cold. Why is this?

Ford Fiesta 2002

The accelerator races on between gear changes. Why? (zetec)

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Fords call it Throttle Hang Up, there is a modification for this problem but you can try cleaning multi-plug connection to the throttle position switch, chase those wires along the bulkhead to next multi-plug and clean that as well ensuring a good connection - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2002

Hi I have just bought a Fiesta 1.4 and have just noticed when I am driving, the speedo will drop to 0mph. Is this a common fault and is there anything I can do to stop this?

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Sounds like a speed sensor. Have it checked at a Ford garage, they can use datalogger to check the signal and readings from the sensor - Toby Lerone from Cambridgeshire

Ford Fiesta 2005

The speedo doesn’t work. The ABS and handbrake light stays on. Also the trip computer doesn’t work. Any help much appreciated. (1.4 zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2010

My friend and I have just purchased a Ford Fiesta Titanium, the drivers seat on both vehicles goes down after 3 days and has to be pumped up again, really annoying as you have to keep readjusting driving position. Under warranty is this an inherent fault. (titanium)

Ford Fiesta 2002

Hi, I have an ’02 Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCI and my speedometer has a temperamental problem and the LCD reading displays ’- - - - - -’ instead of e.g 52,000. I’m not aware if this affects the drive of the vehicle but now this keeps staying on and all this displays now is ’- - - -’. Do you know if this is expensive to fix? Many thanks.

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I had the exact same problem, it’s the speedometer sensor, I paid R500 to fix the problem, so it will be about £40 for you. Hope this info helps! - Gawain Havenga from South Africa

Ford Fiesta 2009

I have a 2009 1.4 Duratec 4 x door Sedan for Ikon. I need to replace the dash, both passenger and steering airbags as well as the right front strut with lower control arm. I have been told that the 2006/2007 Fiesta dash and strut spares are exactly the same. Can somebdy please help? (IKON)

Ford Fiesta 2003

My car’s engine is making a noise like a tractor. Strong smell of petrol, engine vibrating. Two cats have been fitted in the past three years but the engine management light comes on after a couple of days, but the car drives okay. Mechanics haven’t been able to say why this light keeps coming back on. Engine management light now flashing off and on.

Ford Fiesta 2007

When do I need to change the timing belt on my 07 Fiesta? Also, what are the possible problems when the coolant goes to minimum quite quickly. I thought that this problem was solved last November when I had a full service. Thanks.

Ford Fiesta 2009

Has any person complained of a rattling noise coming from the internal light especially when the weather turns cold? I get it every winter. I got it this morning and it’s not even frosty!

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I have this and I am about to book it into Ford under warranty. It is the Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) motor located behind the dashboard - Nigel Pegg from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2009

When the engine is switched off, there is a buzzing noise coming from the dash near CD/radio even though they are turned off. Any ideas? (Titanium)

Ford Fiesta 2007

The abs light is on, what is the problem?

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Probably a wheel sensor fault but get it code read, that will tell you exactly what is wrong - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 1996

How do I adjust my head lights?

Ford Fiesta 2005

I have a 2005 Ford Fiesta tdci and I need to top up the oil but not to sure what oil to put in. Does anyone have any ideas? Be much appreciated.

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5/30 semi synthetic will be fine - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2000

My handbrake has locked on. What has happened and what will have to be fixed? Is it very expensive?

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Release handbrake and try to drive car until it unlocks. If this doesn’t work, remove the wheels and hit brake drums with a hammer until they unstick. This usually works - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2002

The speedometor stops working and comes back again and the revs seem to race on when pulling away and after gear change. Why? (zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2002

My daughter’s Fiesta 1.4 tdi Fuel Injected diesel will only start intermittently. It’s been in for checks supposedly, no faults found. Still not starting. Any ideas?

Ford Fiesta 1994

Why is my steering rigid and heavy when I turn corners?

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If it has power steering, check pump fluid level and drive belt condition. If it hasn’t got power steering, then check u/j couplings along the column to the steering rack that they are not seized at any angle. Failing that with p/stg, if fluid level and belt seem okay, it must be pump or more likely, a rack problem - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2005

What make of oil should I put in the engine? (1.4.)

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Any quality brand but it must be 10/30 semi or fully synthetic - Martin Jones from Essex

The handbook states that 5w-30 synthetic Castrol Magnetac is good. It’s not too pricey, about £30. Stick with that oil and you will not go far wrong - Trevor Bamford from Lancashire

Correction: the oil should be 5/30, I would buy from main dealer, you can’t go wrong then - Martin Jones from Essex

Castrol 5w-30 for a engine of the car is ideal. Magnetec & filter I hope - Trevor Bamford from Lancashire

Hi, your best bet to look after your engine is semi-synthetic. Your engine will not like full synthetic or cheap oil, always change the oil filter and always buy engine flush. Please do not listen to duff advice by the way, I would strongly advise that you check your gearbox oil. Don’t get jack the lad to check this, I would recommend Halfords or Betta Motoring. Never go to the dealers. The oil you need is 5/30w. Kind regards - Pauly Milburn from Yorkshire

Ford Fiesta 2007

I dropped the back seats to enable me to carry a TV screen. I can’t return the seats to their original position. I feel the mechanism that controls the safety belts in the back has seized - how do I release them?

Ford Fiesta 2011

I am over six foot tall. The factory seat is great for 5-10 minute drives. Currently I am driving up to an hour to and from work. Upon these driving conditions, I realise the seat accommodates half of my thigh and the leg room is atrocious. Are there any after market seats available to increase leg room and provide comfort? Email me on johnarvidbergdahl[at]hotmail[dot]com - Regards. (SE)

Ford Fiesta 2004

Hi there. I have a Ford Fiesta 1.4 Trend and sometimes the car doesn’t want to start when the car is hot. If the car was standing long, it starts fine. Every morning, the car starts but if I drive and stop somewhere the car won’t start but only sometimes. I have checked the battery by a battery center and it’s fine, passing all the tests. I think it’s the starter that gets warm or something. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

Ford Fiesta 1997

I need some help. When I’m driving my little car, it cuts out when changing down gears, usually at junctions and roundabouts. I need some help to know what’s going be wrong and how much it will cost. I’d rather have a rough idea on what’s wrong so I dont get someone making a mole hill into a mountain as I am female. Please help!

Ford Fiesta 2001

Hi all, how do I remove the fuel injector rail as number four is playing up? I have bought a new one but need to fit it but do not want to damage them when I try to take them out. I’ve searched the web but no luck. Thank you. (Zetec SE)

Ford Fiesta 2000

I tried to jump start my car but put the jump leads the wrong way round. What are the possible problems and have I blown any fuses?

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It depends on how long they were connected wrong, the main problem you could face is blowing the ECU - very expensive! Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2008

The gears on my car are becoming quite stiff and hard to change, what could be causing this?

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Get the clutch and gear linkage checked - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2006

What is the cost of replacement brake pads and also the cost of having a new exhaust fitted? (1.4 Zetec Climate)

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You’d best ring Kwik Fit or someone like that to give you an idea - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 1988

Why is my car losing revs and stalling at traffic lights and junctions? (Ghia)

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A common fault. Check the breather hoses are not split. They are located under inlet manifold and run from inlet manifold to crankcase/block. It is "T" shaped, that is if your car has a Zetec engine - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2004

I tried to start my car today and it was as if the battery was dead. But it’s not, it made clicking sounds, then a short bleep, then nothing. I turned the key again and held it turned for a few seconds the the clicking noise again followed by a bleep. I put jump leads on but the same problem. Any suggestions?

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Your starter motor is sticking, put the car in gear and push it back and for a little bit and it should start, you probably need new solonoids - Jamie Spure from Cardiff

Ford Fiesta 2003

Hi, does anybody know how to find out if a gearbox is on the way out on a Fiesta 1.3 LX 2003?

Ford Fiesta 2002

How do I reset the time on the clock? What the manual tells me to do doesn’t work!

Ford Fiesta 1998

What oil do I use for a Ford Fiesta Fusion 1998?

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5/30 semi synthetic is fine - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2004

Where does the copper clip go on a drive shaft?

Ford Fiesta 2007

The gear shift becomes very stiff to move after travelling seven miles and stays like this until I finish the journey. Can anyone help or advise?

Ford Fiesta 2001

I am experiencing a loss of coolant. There is no sign of a leak but a lot of steam from the expansion cap. Does anyine have any ideas as to what might be wrong?

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Check that the electric fan is cutting in to cool engine coolant - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2009

How much many miles do you get when you put a full tank of petrol (£50) in a 1.2 Ford fiesta 3 door hatchback?

Ford Fiesta 2004

I drove the car while it ran out of oil and water. The engine light came on and it started to lose power. What is wrong?

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Engine has probably seized. only cure is another engine - Martin Jones from Essex

If you flush the engine with engine flush then refill the engine with 5/30w part synthetic engine oil. Please replace the oil filter. You will most likely find that your engine will spring back to life. Do not take it to the dealers unless you want the wrong answer. Just don’t do it again, lesson learnt eh? Kind regards - Pauly Milburn from Yorkshire

Ford Fiesta 2005

My Fiesta has started to lose revs and stall, usually when I slow down at corners or at traffic lights. Had it looked at by Evans Halshaw Ford who said it needed a software update, which I paid for and was assured the problem had been solved but it was back two days later, any ideas? (1.25 Zetec)

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Hi, it sounds as though your mass air flow sensor in line with your air inlet is faulty. It starts off as you describe and can develop into very erratic engine revs. It is a simple screw driver exchange and can be got from eBay. I got one for the same fault on my Audi for £45. A simple code read should show the fault - Gordon from Lanarkshire

Ford Fiesta 2010

I checked my oil, seemed a little low so I topped it up. I have been driving for 17 years so am fully conversant with checking the oil by the way! I was on the motoway about an 1hr 15mins later and the car decided to rev uncontrollably, loads of white smoke and would not stop. Had the vehicle recovered and was told by the AA guy that he thinks it may be the turbo or too much oil. I told him I hardly put any oil in and that it was low. Ford garage are now telling me that the car will not be covered under warranty and that they have to strip the car down to diagnose the problem as the engine has been damaged due to too much oil. Please help as this is going to cost thousands to repair!! (1.4 TDCI)

Ford Fiesta 2004

What causes the knocking/clunking noise at the rear when driving on uneven roads? The main dealer has never been able to sort this but I hear it is a common problem. The car drives well otherwise but this is now becoming more frequent and as I do long journeys on motorways at 60-70mph I am very concerned. Is there a problem with the suspension and surely if this as a common a fault as it seems why can’t this garage sort it out. I have taken the car in at least five times and asked for this to be checked out... no solution. Surely if there was a manufacturing fault Ford should have recalled the cars? (1.4 Zetec)

Ford Fiesta 2001

My car has suddenly started driving funny, it won’t go over 30 miles an hour and when I change gears the revs go up very high? Any ideas anyone?

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It sounds very much like the clutch is slipping - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Fiesta 2007

How do I solve the ABS light on my Fiesta? It stays on and won’t go off.

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You must get the car code read to find the problem. Most garages have diagnostic equipment so you wont have to go to a main dealer - Martin Jones from Essex

Just check your wheel bearing or that the sensor isn’t broken - Corne Chester-Browne from South Africa

Ford Fiesta 2007

Bought in 2007 and has done 65,000 kilometres. The problem I have is that I get a message saying "transmission malfunction". In the hand book it tells you to idle the engine for ten minutes and then restart. It does this but it is happening all the time now. PLEASE HELP!!!!!! (1.4 Trend Triptonic auto)

Ford Fiesta 2006

I have just purchased a second hand Fiesta and keep getting a "PHONE" message on the Vehicle Information System together with an amber light. There is no phone in the car and when the message is displayed the radio or CD player will not work. Can anyone help? (1.4 Zetec Climate)

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Sue, the reason is that the previous owner did have a phone connected and his number is still logged in. Each time the radio goes off that is someone calling the number. Take it back to the dealer and have him remove it - John John from Cheshire

Ford Fiesta 2008

My gears have gone stiff when I change gears but clutch seems OK. Any ideas what could cause this?

Ford Fiesta 2004

Warning light comes on in car, sometimes stays on for 10 - 15 mins. I did change plugs a few weeks back, tried new leads but made car worse, sounded really noisy and spluttering, now put old leads back. Any clues?

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The warning light has come on due to the rough running of the engine. You have a faulty coil pack or a duff plug start engine, pull one hot lead off at a time. If no change when you take off a lead then put it back on then that is the plug or pac problem. Don’t worry, simple fix - Pauly Milburn from Yorkshire

Ford Fiesta 2006

I can not get the bulb out of the headlight. Can anybody help?

Ford Fiesta 2005

The clutch pedal is making a clicking noise when pressed and seems heavy to use. Can anybody advise or help? Thank you. (3 dr 1.25)

Ford Fiesta 2006

I have just purchased a Ford Fiesta 1400, 56 plate. There are old blemishes on the aluminium plastic dashboard cover which makes the interior of the car look a lot older. Would anybody know what to use to bring the aluminium plastic dashboard back up to its original state?

Ford Fiesta 2003

How do you set the time on the clock? (Zetec)

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Select gear to N, ignition switch to on, press and hold down clock button untill correct time is shown - Ray Perry from Lincolnshire

Ford Fiesta 1997

There is a knocking noise underneath the rear at low speeds which disappears as you speed up. Has anyone else experienced this?

Ford Fiesta 2006

Hi guys, does anyone have the same issue? Firstly I have just bought this car in April and around 3 weeks later I would come out in the morning to start the car and all of a sudden I would relase the handbrake and the car would not move? I took it to a Ford dealership and they said that the handbrake was sticking? Secondly I have recently noticed that whilst the car is in reverse or whilst turning left or right there is a whining noise that comes from what I think is the engine or something to do with the steering mechanisims inside. Does any one know what these possible issues are and if so how would I be able to fix this? Just to let you know I have paid £7000 and bought in April 2010. Also it has an extended 2 year warranty but I guess looking on previous reviews this would not mean a thing for me and also we are in July now. I would be most grateful if anyone could possibly diagnose this problem for me? Many Thanks. (Zetec Climate 1.4)

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Hi, imagine you just washed the car or driven home in heavy rain, corrosion builds up overnight on the front brake discs and a part seizure occurs, when the car given a little extra throttle the disc and pads will become free and a bit noisy for the first few applications, works OK on my Fiesta Ghia. Study a Haines manual, or visit your friendly local garage for advice - Ray Perry from Lincolnshire

Ford Fiesta 2007

Has anyone noticed water running down doors when you’re parked or when you open the doors? It seem to be coming from inside the doors. Is it a problem with the sills?

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I haven’t had water running down the doors, however my passenger door was filling with water as the drainage holes in the bottom of the door had blocked. They can be cleared with a toothpick - Tracy Cunningham from Oxfordshire

Ford Fiesta 2009

On behalf of my next door neighbour. His 2009 Fiesta Titanium, when the weather is really blustery with driving rain, for some reason has water on his back seats and boot space. We had the reply of "Did you have the windows down a bit?" but the car was secure all around. Anybody any ideas?

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I had the same problem with my old car (Polo) - the rear lights, their plastic cover was slightly damaged and rain would come in through there and make its way to the rear sits - Sagi from Israel

Hello, I had my car a year and four months and I had the same problem twice! You have a seal broken beside your wheel and that is how the water is getting in. I am very disappointed with Ford as it should not of happened. Tell your friend to take it back and make sure they fix the problem - Ailish from Northern Ireland

Ford Fiesta 2001

Hi there. I have a Fiesta 1.25 Zetec 3dr on a Y reg - 2001 year. I put £20 fuel in from empty and it goes to half a take. But I can only get 30 miles and it drops to quarter of a take left. It’s c**p on fuel - out of half a take all I can get is about 70 miles. I’m trying to find out what’s up with it. Can anyone help me? (Freestyle) Email me daveroberts79 [at] hotmail [dot] co [dot] uk

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Sounds like a defective sender unit in the tank; you haven’t said if you have done a mpg test with a full tank or what colour are your plugs eg if they are black then its running to rich, white to lean. Good luck! Laurence Siddall from England

Ford Fiesta 2010

Anyone with a new shape Fiesta 1.4 tdci having problems with juddering/hesitation at 2/2.5k revs?? Took in to Ford garage and was told this was normal for the vehicle, and that there is no current fix for it. I’m feeling rather let down by Ford at the moment - can anyone point me in the right direction?

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I have the same problem with my Fiesta when I start driving in the morning. Got the same answer from my Ford garage - Sagi from Israel

Anonymous from Croatia (Hrvatska) has submitted an answer to ID: 5. Same issue here - guys @ Ford said that it seems to be a SW/motor management issue and that they do not know how to solve it after they’ve updated the SW. Talked to a friend of mine at Citroen - it’s basically the same engine and he told me that it did happen on a few of their vehicles with the same engine - definitively a SW/motor management problem. I’m headed to a Ford service station to ask them do up or downgrade the ECU SW until the issue is resolved. Good thing it’s not a mechanical issue :) Anonymous from Croatia (Hrvatska)