FORD MONDEO: Questions and answers

Ford Mondeo 2009

I have just bought a 2009 Ford Mondeo Titanium three weeks ago and twice so far all of the listings such as phone, radio, disc have disappeared, just leaving the trip and settings headings. I lock and double-lock the car when stopped and it seems to reset again. Why is this happening? Can it be fixed and how? (Titanium X)

Ford Mondeo 2006

My 2.0ltr diesel Ford Mondeo loses power and the temperature gauge drops back past the 60 degree mark off the scale. The engine management light has just come on and the fan runs continuously when I have switched the car off. Any ideas? (Tdci Ghia 6 speed 2.0ltr diesel)

Ford Mondeo 2009

My Ford Mondeo won`t go forwards or backwards and will not start up. It says that the engine is immobilised. Is this expensive to fix? (diesel)

Ford Mondeo 2001

My Ford Mondeo keeps revving when I come to a stand still, it revs up to 4000. Can anyone suggest why?

Ford Mondeo 1998

Where on the steering column of my Ford Mondeo is the relay for the indicators? They have just stopped working and I do not know if it`s the relay.

Ford Mondeo 2007

Hi. Is there any way of turning up the accelerator in my Ford Mondeo? It`s okay but just not turned up enough. I just need it revved up a fraction more. Any ideas? (tdci)

Ford Mondeo 2007

I may buy a Ford Mondeo ghia hatch diesel 2,000 cc with 90,000 on the clock. What are the main problems to look for? (diesel hatch)

Ford Mondeo 2003

I`ve just been quoted £400 to have a gearbox and driveshaft changed on my Ford Mondeo. I`m supplying the 6speed box and shafts so it sounds a bit expensive to me. How hard is it to do it myself and is there anything that I should be aware of, such as realigning the subframe? (tdci 130)

Ford Mondeo 2001

How do I adjust the handbrake cable on my Ford Mondeo?

Ford Mondeo 2000

Hi all. I’ve owned my Ford Mondeo now for about 2 years. For the last year and half I’ve noticed that when the car gets to nearly 2,000 rpm there is a change in the engine sound, and it sounds like a valve coming unstuck or something similar. This also makes driving at cruising or sometimes slow speed not very smooth at all. The car will also jerk a little forward and gets worse when I turn on the heating. I find myself revving higher than normal to stop it, as above 2,000 - 2,500 RPM it seems fine. I’m thinking it`s something relating to the EGR valve? Anything you can bring to the table will be appreciated. Can anyone help me? Thanks. (Ghia MK3)

Ford Mondeo 2001

How do I adjust the handbrake cable on my Ford Mondeo?

Ford Mondeo 2003

My Ford Mondeo has been running fine. I parked it this morning and when I went to start it a few hours later it wouldn`t start. It has got petrol in it but it does not seem to be getting through. Any suggestions?

Ford Mondeo 2008

My Ford Mondeo turns over but just won`t start? It does it intermittently but I can eventually get it going after trying for 20-30mins? I don`t know what it is. Does anyone have any advice please? Thanks. (Titanium)

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I presume it’s petrol. Have you tried new spark plugs? Luke 06 from Wrexham

Ford Mondeo 2001

Hi, my Ford Mondeo runs spot on until you put the dipped lights on. Once the lights are on the car reduces in power and it’s like it’s on and off when accelerating. It also knocks the speedometer off and somtimes puts the engine management light on. When I turn the lights off it’s okay. Is this the alternator not supplying enough power or something more serious? Please help, thanks. (2001 2ltr petrol)

Ford Mondeo 2005

I have a Ford Mondeo Mk 3 Petrol 2 litre. 2005 with 140K miles. About 6 weeks ago I had a new fuel filter fitted. Thereafter the engine was hunting and lumpy at slow idle, but there was no loss of power. About 3 weeks ago I was at the end of a 160 mile journey, and had to accelerate out of a possible incident at very high revs, and the EM light came on. I continued the journey but experienced no problems. My friend at the other end had a DIY code reader, but could find no fault, so I disconnected the battery for an hour, and the light went out. After that the lumpy idling stopped, so I thought it may have been a "blip". Yesterday the light came on again in similar circumstances. The only symptom that may be relevant is that the MPG counter shows an occasionally lower mpg for short periods on a long journey, but other than that the car averages around 42-43 MPG on motorway journeys which doesn’t seem too bad. Any thoughts anyone? (2.00 Hatchback Duratec petrol.)

Ford Mondeo 2007

Just recently, when first starting up my Ford Mondeo, the brake pedal is hard underfoot and the servo assistance is not available for a few seconds. Eventually I get full normal use and feel to the brake pedal and it`s function returns and all is okay for the journey. The brake fluid levels are okay and there is no sign of a fluid leak. Can anyone advise? (MK 4 TDCI 140.)

Ford Mondeo 2000

My mk2 Ford Mondeo`s back doors are jammed locked. They won`t open from the inside or the outside. Can anyone help?

Ford Mondeo 2005

I have a Ford Mondeo Mk 3 Petrol 2L 2005 140K miles. About six weeks ago, I had a new fuel filter fitted. Thereafter the engine was hunting, and lumpy at slow idle, but there was no loss of power. About three weeks ago, I was at the end of a 160 mile journey, and had to accelerate out of a possible incident at very high revs, and the EM light came on. I continued the journey but experienced no problems. My friend at the other end had a DIY code reader, but could find no fault, so I disconnected the battery for an hour, and the light went out. After that the lumpy idling stopped, so I thought it may have been a "blip". Yesterday, it (the light) came on again in similar circumstances. The only symptom that may be relevant is that the mpg counter shows an occasionally lower mpg for short periods in a long journey, but other than that the car averages around 42-43 mpg on motorway journeys which doesn’t seem too bad. Any thoughts? (2L hatchback duratec petrol)

Ford Mondeo 2007

Just recently when first starting up the brake pedal is hard under foot and the servo assistance is not available for a few seconds. Eventually full normal use and feel to the brake pedal and function returns and all is okay for the journey. Brake fluid levels are okay, there is no sign of a fluid leak. Can anyone advise? (MK 4 TDCI 140)

Ford Mondeo 2004

Just had the clutch and dmf changed went for the smf, got it all together the clutch seems to work fine. The engine spins faster I’ve been told that this could be because the smf is lighter than the dmf. The problem is it won’t fire up, any advice would be gratefully received. (2.0ltr diesel)

Ford Mondeo 2008

Twice now instrument panel and associated dashboard equipment has gone haywire. Both times it has reset after disconnecting the battery for a while. However on the second occasion the fuel gauge needle has gone round 180 degrees and will not budge. When the engine is turned off the speedo needle catches on it and so starts at 10pmph with the result the speedo is always wrong. Any ideas how to reset the fuel needle? (2.0 TDCI Titanium X)

Ford Mondeo 2002

I have a Ford Mondeo 2002. I have no sidelights front or rear. I have them when I turn my parking lights on. I’ve checked fuses and bulbs and have tried a second hand light switch. Can any one help please... Thank you.

Ford Mondeo 2003

My Ford Mondeo lets out a puff of smoke when started, while driving it was smoking a lot, dramatic loss of power, all lights on dash came on car filled with white smoke and cut out, now the ignition turns on but car won’t start, any ideas? (2.0 tdci (130))

Ford Mondeo 2003

My Mondeo lets out a puff of smoke when started, while driving it was smoking a lot, dramatic loss of power, all lights on dash came on car filled with white smoke and cut out, now the ignition turns on but car won’t start, any ideas? (2.0 tdci (130))

Ford Mondeo 2002

When I was driving my Ford Mondeo the car lost power and cut out. It will not turn over although all of the ignition lights come on. It couldn`t even pick anything up on the RAC computer. Can anyone help please?

Ford Mondeo 2006

How do I determine whether the clutch master or slave cylinder has blown on my Ford Mondeo? (2.0 tdci 115)

Ford Mondeo 2004

I have a Ford Mondeo 1.8 petrol 2004 plate. My problem is that I have a seat belt warning on the dashboard with an audio warning to say "Connect seat belt" when it is already connnected. Does anyone know why this happens? I would be grateful for any suggestions. (1.8 petrol)

Ford Mondeo 2002

My Ford Mondeo`s number plate light isn’t working when the lights are on but it comes on when the boot is open. Any ideas how to resolve this problem?

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hi folks. I``ve recently bought a Ford Mondeo 2.0ltr Zetec with Duratec engine and it`s using a lot of oil, 4ltrs after only 600 miles. I`ve had an engine compression test done and a head gasket check done and both were good. It drives fine but smokes sometimes when accelerating? Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated, many thanks. (Zetec 2.0 ltr)

Ford Mondeo 2002

When I start my 2002 Ford Mondeo LX it misfires for the first mile or so and then it runs perfectly. What is the problem? (LX)

Ford Mondeo 2001

When I reverse my Ford Mondeo and turn my wheel to manoeuvre there is a crunching sound from my front right wheel area which is very worrying. Would anyone know what this might be? Any help would be amazing, thankyou.

Answers

Could be a broken coil spring - Ross from Lanarkshire

Ford Mondeo 2003

Hi. I have a Ford Mondeo 2003 2.0tdci. When I go to start it I get a screeching noise, for want of a better word. Could it be my starter motor? Thanks (2.0 ltr tdci)

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Probably a worn fanbelt - Mark Jerling from New Zealand

Ford Mondeo 2008

Does the Mondeo have a safety device if you press both the brake and accelerator pedals together?

Ford Mondeo 2003

Hi. I have a 2003 Ford Mondeo 2.0 tdci. When I turn it over to start I get a screeching noise (for want of a better explanation). Do you think it is the starter motor? Thanks. (2.0 tdci)

Ford Mondeo 2002

Where is the cooling system temp sensor situated on a 2002 Ford Mondeo? (2-litre diesel Zetec)

Ford Mondeo 2008

Hi. I have a 2.0 ltr Diesel manual 6 speed 140 bhp Mondeo Mk4. I had problems with first and reverse gears, had a new clutch, DMF and the other thing in there as well as new bolts All was okay for a while but now first gear is getting a pain. Has anyone got any ideas? Thanks (2.0)

Ford Mondeo 2001

I have a Mondeo Zetec 2-litre Y-reg. It was giving out a little smoke so I checked the engine oil and it’s nearly empty. Can any one tell me what oil it takes? There are so many - 30/50, 40/60/, 35/50, 30/40, or with it being an old car does it really matter? Cheers.

Ford Mondeo 2001

My Ford Mondeo’s immobilizer is stuck on - can anybody help? (Zetec)

Ford Mondeo 2003

On a Ford Mondeo, how can you compress the spring on an alternator belt tensioner to refit? (2.0 tdi)

Ford Mondeo 2004

I have lost my original key from my Ford Mondeo 2004. Please help me. Does anybody know how can I get this key and can I repair? Or is that linked with engine steering? I could not start, I had tried. Please, does somebody have any idea? Am I in trouble?

Ford Mondeo 2001

Mk 3 petrol Mondeo... Brake lights permanently on during night driving, but during daylight hours brakes only come on when brakes applied. However the dash board instrument panel, radio etc., also light up... Why?

Ford Mondeo 2001

Hi. I keep getting the fuse for the o/s side lights blowing, sometimes when the side lights are turned on, and sometimes its OK till the head lights are turned on. Has anyone else experienced this?

Ford Mondeo 2003

Coolant loss. No leakage could be seen. Changed the water pump and the coolant reservoir a month ago. Still have to fill it up often. Car runs smoothly other than this problem. No over heating. Could it be a blown gasket? Thanks.

Answers

Is it petrol or diesel? - Stu from England

I’ve got the same problem with my mk2 st200. Coolant loss but no leak. Are the carpets in the cabin wet like mine? I think somehow coolant may be leaking straight into the interior! Don’t ask me how though. One other thing to check is the thermostat housing - Andy from Lancashire

Coolant leaking into the interior will be from the heater matrix - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2004

I keep getting every so often the battery charge light flickering and clicking from under the glove box, then the speedo goes erratic, going to and from ------ to 88888 then sets itself again. After turning off the car and waiting it’s fine until it does it again. I don’t loose any power. I had the battery checked and the garage said it was reading 15.5 and slightly over-charging. Has anyone had the same problems?

Ford Mondeo 2004

Hi there, my Ford Mondeo has no side lights or parking lights when I try to turn them on. Any ideas? Thanks.

Ford Mondeo 2007

Hi there. We have just had to replace the entire clutch system including something called the dual mass fly wheel, very expensive affair at 2k. We received the car back seemed to be running well until we used reverse, there is a thudding sound and it seems resistant to moving there also there may be a smell to it, similar to when it went initially. Can you help to advise what it may be as a conversation over the phone to a mechanic wasn’t helpful as he seems insure too. Help please. (Titanium X diesel)

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First, £2K to swap out a Mondeo clutch is daylight robbery, it’s not that big a job. I know, I have four of them. You don’t say if your Mondeo is a MK3 or MK4, but the same rules apply. The dual mass flywheel (DMF) is meant to smooth out gear changes by introducing a spring cushion between the gearbox and the engine. A totally unnecessary, fragile and expensive device that should have been strangled at birth. MK3 owners can have this replaced with a solid flywheel if they would like cheaper trouble-free motoring. This is a very odd problem you have. You see it doesn’t matter which gear you are in, the clutch is always rotating in the same direction, the gearbox takes care of the switch when you need to go backwards. If the car drives smoothly in all the forward gears and only acts up in reverse, I would not be looking at the clutch, I would be very suspicious of the gearbox itself. Gearboxes are very complex these days, especially automatics, and when they go wrong garages tend to run in the opposite direction or fob off unsuspecting customers with tales of faulty clutches (easier to fix and bigger profits) etc. The fact that you sense the car is labouring and producing a smell when reversing could indicate the reverse gear mechanism is in some way seizing, forcing the clutch to heat up as it works to overcome the resistance. This would indeed damage a DMF as it is a delicate flower and will not take excessive stresses. The thud when engaging reverse could also be attributed to the reverse gear not meshing into place smoothly, as would happen if it was not rotating freely. If this were my car I would seek out the advice of a transmission specialist ASAP, I would not wait until the gearbox seizes and potentially explodes underneath me - Dave from England

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hi. I’ve lost my locking wheel nut remover of mine. I’d like to buy for emergency. Could you let me know where can I buy and how much is it? I am living in Birmingham.

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The AA carry a special tool to remove locking wheel nuts, if you’re not a member then you’ll have to pay - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2006

Where is the fuse located for windscreen washers on 2006 Ford Mondeo tdci Zetec?

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Try here: http://www.fordwiki.co.uk/index.php?title=Fuse_%26_Relay_Information - Dave from England

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hi, my directional switch for the heaters is not responding and so is the temperature switch. The blower is running in every speed OK. Could you tell me the problem? Thanks.

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From memory, these two switches are controlled by a vacuum system driven by a pipe that runs from the back of the inlet manifold on the engine to the switch panel. Usually it is this pipe that has a hole in it that has become disconnected or crimped that causes this fault. The pipe runs up the left side of the driver’s footwell and has a non-return valve on it to prevent destabilisation of the engine if it becomes disconnected. If you have not experienced issues with idling or acceleration then it is likely the pipe is not damaged before the valve. Trace it all the way from one end to the other to be sure - Dave from England

Ford Mondeo 2002

Why is there water coming out of my exhaust?

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Water comes out of every exhaust pipe on the planet. How much water depends on the type and grade of fuel in use, the ambient temperature of the atmosphere, whether a catalytic converter is in use, how long the car has been sitting before starting etc, etc. If you are worried about a water leak in your engine, this will manifest itself as steam, not water, at the far end of the exhaust, because it will not have had time to condense before it exits the pipe. Poor engine running and increasing pressure plus a reducing water level in the coolant expansion tank are indicators of water ingress into the engine cylinders - Dave from England

Ford Mondeo 2005

Has anyone else had a problem with a Ford Mondeo st220 - the engine makes an intermittent noise which sounds just like a cow mooing? It can happen when it’s parked or when I start the engine or even whilst I’m driving. It is very loud. No lights have come on the dashboard. I’ve taken it to the garage 3 times but they don’t know what it is. Has this happened to anyone else? Any ideas welcomed, thank you.

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I think you need this kit you have the same symptoms as mine did. http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=130653044358 - Shane Shuttlewood from Leicestershire

Hi there.I had a v6 1999 plate, same engine format as yours. I had a noise when starting the car and nudging the steering, causing load on the engine. It would make a mooing noise and would dissapear at high revs sometimes. It was due to air inlet pipe from air intake to back of engine/dashboard side. Air at speed over pipe with bends causes a note. The trick is to take off and place a copper plumber cap, looks the same as a lipice cap. Drill a 2mm hole in it and insert in pipe and reconect. Job done - Gavin Martin from Hertfordshire

Ford Mondeo 1998

When in 4th or 5th, doing about 40-50 mph, then put foot down car wobbles and shakes. If I back off throttle it stops until I put it back on again. Any help please? (st24)

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Hi Jay. 98 Ford Mondeo 20l Zetec, jerking under talk. Not doing it when you light on accelerator. Only when you put your foot down at low revs. Almost like it’s starving fuel! Replaced all filters plugs and leads. Replaced the airflow meter today (+-30% better after replacing airmeter). Please if you come right let me know what you did. I’m giving up on this now, please email me on mbruwer106@gmail.com - Michael Bruwer from South Africa

Ford Mondeo 2004

ABS light coming on intermittently, any ideas?

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Sounds like a wheel sensor but you’ll have to get it code read - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2003

Where are the greasing points on a 2003 Ford Mondeo?

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There aren’t any - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 1997

When I shut the door or the boot of my 1997 Mondeo the car tries to start even though the key is not in the ignition. It also tries to start just after I have switched the engine off. Can anyone tell me what could be causing this? (LX TD)

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If it were just the starting after stopping issue, I would say you possibly have blowback of oil into your cylinders. This is usually caused by worn oil control rings on the pistons allowing diesel to flow into the sump, diluting the oil and increasing its volume to a point where the vacuum in the sump is able to draw it back up into the cylinders when the engine is switched off. The latent compression ignites the diesel/oil mixture and restarts the engine, which keeps running by feeding on the sump oil. However, you also say the engine tries to start when the doors and tailgate are used. Sounds like an electronics issue, either faulty wiring or more likely a rogue engine management system. Both a job for a specialist - Dave from England

Ford Mondeo 2000

Hi, I have an X-reg newer shape model saloon Ghia, 2-litre. I was just wondering... Does it have traction or anything to stop me slipping on ice, snow etc..?

Ford Mondeo 2008

Hi. Would someone kindly tell me how to turn sump oil drain plug? Clockwise or anti clockwise? Thank you.

Answers

LEFTY LOOSEY, RIGHTY TIGHTY - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 1998

The brake warning light on my Ford Mondeo has come on. Can anyone let me know how many kilometres I have left on the discs before I need to change them? Thanks.

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Depends on your driving style. Personally I would change them just to get rid of the light - Dave from England

Ford Mondeo 2002

I got this Ford Mondeo of eBay. I have no reverse gear and it pops out of fifth, and it’s hard to put into the rest of gears. Makes a grinding sound when not in gear but when you put the clutch in the sound stops! Any ideas?

Answers

Also gear change cables/selector linkage may need looking at - Martin Jones from Essex

New clutch? - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2008

My Ford Mondeo’s engine is making a whining sound when accelerating - is this the turbo? What is the likely cause of the sound? (100bhp Edge tdci)

Ford Mondeo 2010

Hi. Is there any way of changing the odometer from reading miles to kilometres ie 30,000 miles to show 48,000 kilometres? Is this a setting change? Thanks. (Zetec)

Ford Mondeo 2006

If one headlight bulb goes on a Ford Mondeo do they both stop working? I only appear to have the side lights working on my passenger side? (Ghia)

Ford Mondeo 2001

I was recently forced to break the bonnet lock for my 2001 Ford Mondeo after the battery had gone flat. Can advise me on where I can get a replacement lock in South Africa?

Ford Mondeo 2007

Hi. When I’m driving my Ford Mondeo the temperature gauge drops to zero and I have no power... But if I restart the car it’s is fine once again. Any help on what the problem might be would be greatly appreciated. (2.2 tdvi)

Ford Mondeo 2004

I have recently changed the injectors in my Ford Mondeo tdci 2 litre and the car started and run. I took it for test drive and the car cut out and will not start. Do the injectors need to be coded for the car to run?

Answers

Heap of sh*t - S S from Bedfordshire

How insightful, do continue - Terry John from England

Yes, they have to be coded - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2009

How do I reset the oil service indicator following a service? (Titanium)

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Hi, I work for Ford Demonstration Services. The easiest way to reset the oil service message after a service without and diagnostics equipment is as follows. 1. Turn ignition off and place your feet fully onto both accelerator and brake pedals. 2. Turn ignition to the second pressure but do not start the engine. 3. Hold pedals down until message on dash confirms that the message has been rest. Done - Steve D from Cambridgeshire

Ford Mondeo 2001

I recently had a flat battery so I got a new one. Since the replacement my central locking is malfunctioning. I lock it with remote and it locks and automatically unlocks again. If I lock it with door lock it only locks my door. Can anyone shed any light on this for me or know if there’s a way to reset the central locking. Thanks.

Ford Mondeo 2004

Seems like a long list of problems :- ABS and brake system warning lights came on this afternoon, then the speedo failed, then the mileage indicators changed to --------!!!! Oh and the windscreen heater on the driver side does not work - but that will be due to the chip in the windscreen. Apart from getting it to the garage a.s.a.p. to check the brakes will the speedo failing to show any speed and the odo not showing any distance be related? (TDCI)

Ford Mondeo 2011

I can’t start my Ford Mondeo Titanium X on cold mornings. I depress the clutch and press the power button and nothing happens. It took 4 or 5 times before I could get it started and it almost seems as though there’s no connection. Any ideas please?

Answers

Take it to the main dealer, it’s under warranty - Martin Jones from Essex

Sounds daft but make sure the clutch is pressed all the way to the floor. If it’s not, it won’t start - Stu from England

Ford Mondeo 2003

The brake light on my Ford Mondeo stays on when the headlight is switched on. Can anyone help please, much appreciated.

Answers

Don’t pull the switch. Just twist it - Arnie Ford from United Arab Emirates

Ford Mondeo 2003

Can I fit just a new thermostat or do I need to buy the whole housing? (Petrol 2-litre Ghia X)

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Believe it’s the whole housing - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2003

Hi, ABS and TCS warning light, and handbrake warning light have come on my Ford Mondeo’s dashboard. I have read solution for the Ford between 1997 to 1998. Is there a chance it is the same problem or something else. What will be solution? Thanks.

Ford Mondeo 2005

A coiled wire yellow warning light (above the temperature gauge) came on and my engine went into limp mode. I stopped and turned off the engine then re-started it and the light went out and the engine returned to normal. Any ideas? Should I drive it again or get it to the garage pronto? (ST diesel)

Answers

There’s a problem somewhere, get it code read - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2001

Hi there, the cooling fans are on all the time on my Mondeo. I’ve turned the air con off on the heater controls but they still run. Faulty temp sensor? Thanks. (2-litre td)

Ford Mondeo 2001

Hi. My Ford Mondeo is pinking badly when warm and stalling at low revs. There is also smoke (blueish) from the exhaust. Could this be valve stem oil seals, or egr valve or any other ideas? (Zetec)

Ford Mondeo 2008

I am trying to remove the stereo and aircon panel from my Ford Mondeo. I have removed the 2 triangle panels showing 4 screws but can’t for the life of me work out how to remove the lower part of this panel. Can anyone help? (Zetec)

Ford Mondeo 2001

Hi all, I’ve just replaced the thermostat on my 2001 Ford Mondeo 2-litre Zetec. All is fine now, as in the heater works, temperature gauge works, cooling fan cuts in and it ticks over fine.., But I’m now getting a lot of smoke out of the exhaust, where as I wasn’t before. I changed it, it started off with white smoke so I warmed it up and took it for a run and now the smoke is black but not as bad. Has anyone any ideas please... it’s not losing water, oil and the oil is clear, no gunk in it. Many thanks.

Ford Mondeo 2004

My Ford Mondeo’s radio 6000 lights up when on/off switch is activated and asks for CODE. I have code but buttons do not respond - can anyone help or advise?

Ford Mondeo 2001

Where do I find the serial number of the diesel pump on a Ford Mondeo 2-litre reg 01? There is no glow plug on it.

Ford Mondeo 2000

Why does my Ford Mondeo’s engine warning light sometimes come on and other times it doesn’t? Plus, why does it loose speed in shudders?

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You will have to get it code read - Martin Jones from Essex

Did you find the anwser to the problem? Mine is doing the same and would really like to find out what’s wrong with it. Many thanks - Ian Ianson from Kent

Ford Mondeo 2001

After the battery that came with the car was replaced the radio refuses to function. It keeps asking for the code. How can I get it sorted?

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All Ford stereos have a 4 digit security code. If you haven’t got it with the paperwork that came with the car, you will have to go to a garage, in car entertainment shop or remove the stereo and note the M serial no. and pay online to various people that do it. There are people on ebay - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2002

My Ford Mondeo’s brake pedal is not feeling quite right. It sometime goes hard, as if there is no vacuum pipe attached, then it returns to normal and back again? Has anyone else experienced this? (st220 3.0-litre petrol)

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Sounds like a faulty brake servo - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2004

The temperature gauge on my Ford Mondeo does not move even when been on a long drive and it only blows warm air. Why?

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Sounds like the thermostat is stuck open - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2007

Once into cruising speed in 5th/6th gear the car seems to ’pause’ intermittently like it has a cough then continues running normally. It’s barely noticeable and at first | thought it might be adverse weather blowing against the front. I’m assuming there is some kind of engine management software but worry that this may be compensating for something more serious? (Titanium TDCi (130))

Ford Mondeo 2006

When I fill up my Ford Mondeo ST220 with petrol, the petrol mileage reader used to show that I can get between 305 and 315 miles. Since about 6 weeks ago it is showing that I can only get 278 miles. Does anyone have any idea what could cause this?

Ford Mondeo 2008

Only had my Ford Mondeo three weeks. On full left lock the wheels grind and the car judders. It’s fine on right lock and going straight. Any suggestions?

Ford Mondeo 2009

The wipers stay continually on my Ford Mondeo, even after the key is removed. It doesn’t happen every time, but when it does I have to remove a fuse to stop it. I have brought it to two garages, but no luck. Has anyone seen this before? Would really appreciate some guidance. Thanks.

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It happened to me and it turned out to be the wiper switch itself - Ian from England

Ford Mondeo 2006

Hi, just got this car a couple of weeks ago and this morning, when I was putting the driver’s side electric window down I heard a popping noise... I managed to get the window back into place using my hands and securing it by wedging in a little piece of paper. I’m guessing the window has just came off the mechanism? I know it’s a simple case of taking off the inside door panel and having a look but I’m just wanting to ask - is there anything I should be looking out for that may have been damaged? Plastic clips etc? Any advise would be great... (2.2 TDCI Titanium X 155BHP 6 speed)

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Sounds like the regulator has broken, the cable goes on them - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2002

My Ford Mondeo is making a banging noise under the steering. It sounds almost like a spring being released. The car is also pulling to the right since this noise has started, any ideas anyone? (2.0-litre TDDi Zetec)

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Check the wishbone bushes, common fault, and check you haven’t got a broken coil spring - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2002

The hazards, indicators and central locking are not working on my Ford Mondeo. Not a fuse - told it needs a ’comfort’ pack? Can’t find this anywhere on internet - can anyone enlighten me?

Ford Mondeo 2002

Please help! I bought this car 2 months ago, a few minor snags at first but all was sorted. Anyway, early today I swerved to stop myself hitting someone that ran out in front of me and hit a verge, but since then there is a rattling noise when the cars revs go above 2000 and it gets worse as it goes higher. What could be causing this? (1.8 Zetec petrol)

Ford Mondeo 2008

There is a screeching noise (like belts) coming from my Ford Mondeo’s engine in the morning; it lasts for about 3 to 4 minutes. But this only happens in cold weather. Has anyone any ideas what it might be please? (1.6-litre petrol Zetec)

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Replace the multi groove belt that drives alternator etc - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2007

My Ford Mondeo started to make a rattling sound when the clutched is pressed. Is this a flywheel or a thrust burn? The noise goes away when you take your foot of the clutch... (2-litre tdci Zetec)

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Could well be the dual mass flywheel breaking up - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2004

Sometimes my dash won’t power up, all the warning lights stay on, no speedo or rev counter or temp gauge. The only thing that works is the fuel gauge but when you shut the glove box hard the dash goes back to normal. I can’t find any loose connections, and I just wondered if there is a relay for the dash as maybe that could be sticking. Has anyone had anything similar maybe? Any help would be much appreciated. (2.0 TDCI)

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I’m having the same problem, have you sorted yours yet? Some garages say maybe earth fault or dashboard instrument fault, not sure but really annoying fault, does your mpg display work or does it show ’------’ and same for mileage display? - Christopher Turner from England

Hi Chris, still not having any luck with mine but problem does sound the exact same including the display fault. Don’t change the instrument cluster as I did and it didn’t make any difference. If and when I work it out, I’ll post it on here and hopefully help a few others as well, cheers! - Brian Scott from Bedfordshire

Ford Mondeo 2008

I have a CD stuck in my Ford Mondeo Titanium stereo. Can anyone please advise me as to how I can get it out.

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Remove the player from the dash and carefully open it up, remove the disc - Martin Jones from Essex

I had this issue with my Fusion; disconnect the battery, wait a few minutes, reconnect, BUT be sure you’ve got the radio code before doing anything, as you’ll have to enter it to power up the audio unit. Once it is switched on, press the eject button. It should spit the disc out - Tatty from Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 2008

I bought a Ford Mondeo Titanium 2-litre auto diesel. It does not have voice control and I don’t know how to get my phone connected to the system. Can any one help?

Ford Mondeo 2002

On my Ford Mondeo, below 2,000 revs there is no throttle response, it is very jumpy and has very erratic acceleration!! It is like kangaroo petrol if you have heard of that expression before. I was told HT leads or plugs but surely, if it was them (leads and plugs) then the problem would always be there? Also on the road, when I drop to 2,000 revs or below it jumps and shakes around until I nail it and speed up. Quite often I hear a bump or bang under the car in the middle. This is dangerous on a roundabout or pulling away from traffic lights. Is it an electrical fault? Please help, I only bought the car 2 weeks ago! (ST220)

Ford Mondeo 2005

I’ve a Ford Mondeo tdci and it seems to have lost its power when in 1st 2nd and 3rd etc... I can still get it up to a steady 80 and it runs lovely but when I hit a bank it starts to lose power. Can anyone help or advise?

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There is probably a split in the pipe that comes from your inlet manifold - Selwyn Witts from Cardiff

Ford Mondeo 2001

Him I am having problems with my Ford Mondeo’s windows. They keep coming down when I come out of my car. When they are up at night, in the morning, when I go to my car the windows are down. Any answers please?

Ford Mondeo 1998

Does anyone know where the petrol isolation switch is located on a Ford Mondeo? As my car keeps stalling because the petrol immobiliser keeps coming on. Thanks.

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hello, I have just bought a diesel car after having a petrol one and did the obvious when I went to fill it up... but realised it soon after filling. I put 15 litres into the tank and then stopped after realising and then filled it up with 45 litres of diesel. It is running fine, but I would like to drain it if it will cause damage. What is the consensus? Thanks.

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If it’s running fine, leave it. I have heard of people doing the same thing and they have said it ran better after having put a small amount of petrol through it - Martin Jones from Essex

I would put in a good cup full of clean engine oil to help lubrication as petrol has hardly any lubricating properties and washes away the diesel at the pump - Johnny Darby from Devon

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hi, does anyone know why does my Ford Mondeo judders while I am driving?

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You should have your wheel bearings looked at. I fit Torrington bearings in place of the Ford ones. It costs very little, fixed the problem, also check the wheels are balanced - John Sumpter from Durham

It could be tyre wobbling or suspensions need replacing. Good luck - Jose Htun from England

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hi guys, I have a 2-litre 2002 Ford Mondeo. Recently, when I turn on the wind-shield’s heater, only half of the window starts to heat up and the other half (in front of driver) stays the same. Any ideas!? Is the system broken or should I change any fuse?

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Common faults with windscreen. Large chips usually damage these. May be worth checking to see if the fuses are blown if not then new windscreen I’m afraid - James from Berkshire

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hi, can anyone help please? I have a 2002 Mondeo 2-litre petrol and the car runs for about half and hour from cold and the electric fan is coming on a lot and has used a bit of water. I have checked pipes, no leaks that I could see, the air-con has no gas when sat in traffic. It comes on especially now when winter is on its way. Please can someone help? This has only been happening for the last month. Many thanks, Jason.

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Take it to a garage. If no leaks and water is disappearing, it may have a cracked head - James from Berkshire

Ford Mondeo 2006

Problem: Engine noise. On low revs all seems OK but when the revs are high there is some smoke and the engine is very noisy. Any ideas? (2.0 Tdi estate)

Ford Mondeo 2006

Hi, does anybody know what year dpf filters were fitted in Ford Mondeo’s and Vectra’s?

Ford Mondeo 2008

How do you turn off the service indicator on a Ford Mondeo? (2-litre petrol)

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Are you sure it’s a service indicator and not the engine management light? - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2007

I start my Ford Mondeo in the morning and it blows out white smoke and smells bad. I cleaned the inlet manifold and EGR valve but there has been no change. I have also noticed that I am only doing 300 miles on a full tank of diesel (urban average 32.6MPG) which is very heavy on fuel. Can anyone tell me what is wrong and what I might do do improve things? (130BHP GHIA X)

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Clean your mass air flow sensor with carb cleaner, give the two wires a good spray then let it dry. Follow the video on YouTube before you start - Stephen Sellers from Lancashire

Ford Mondeo 2004

I have a Ford Mondeo, 2-litre tdci, 04 reg. When starting from cold in third gear it shudders for a while... then it clears. Also when when entering multi-story car parks it seems to accelerate - any ideas?

Ford Mondeo 2004

Hi, can anybody help. My clutch pedal went to the floor when I was stopped at roundabout. I lifted it back up but nothin there, no pressure absolute zilch. RAC towed me to a garage and said possible whole clutch required. I know they’re expensive but is it a new clutch or shall I wait for the garage report?

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Two possibilities here: 1. You have suffered a catastrophic loss of brake fluid (burst pipe, master or slave cylinder leak). Easy to check, there will be no fluid in the system. 2. Your clutch pressure plate has collapsed. Can only find out if this is the case by taking out the clutch (big, expensive job). You will probably need a new clutch including dual mass flywheel, you have my sympathy if this is your problem - Dave from Yorkshire

If you do need a new clutch, it might be a good time to switch to a single mass flywheel! - Steve O’Connell from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2002

How many litres of hydraulic fluid do I need in an hydraulic clutch on a 2002 2-litre Ford Mondeo tdci 130ps?

Ford Mondeo 2003

Hi all, I have just bought a 2-litre Ford Mondeo TDCi second-hand, and, when checking the fluid levels (I know I should have done that before I bought it really) I noticed the brake fluid was full to the brim, way over the maximum level, and with the clutch and brake fluid running off the same reservoir, I was wondering if this could lead to any damage to the clutch or brake workings/parts etc, thanks in advance for any help.

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No damage at all, just be careful when driving no fluid leaks out as it is corrosive to paintwork - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2007

The engine on my Ford Mondeo vibrates when standing still. Could this be an engine mount?

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I had my engine mounts replaced on my Transit Connect. As on tick over, I could feel the vibrations, (mileage covered: 100k). These made a massive difference, also a joy as when sitting at lights, I didn’t need to rev the engine to smooth the vibes. Suggest you shop about for price varies, I got mine from ebay. Also can cause pipes to split i.e. intercooler pipes as when pulling away, the engine could move under torque - Geoff Hinton from Norfolk

Ford Mondeo 2007

Hi. I have a 2-litre 2007 Ford Mondeo Titanium X petrol and at times, when I push the starter switch, nothing happens but all the ignition lights come on but won’t go off until I switch it again. I have had it in to Ford’s and they put new starter relays in but now, after a month of doing the same again, it sounds to me like maybe a loose wire that occasionally moves, Any ideas please as what to try next?

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Take it back to Fords, you’ve paid for something that didn’t cure the problem - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2005

If I drive for more than 200km, and especially on a bad road, my car loses power, as if there is no fuel supply. I had the catalisator removed and it still happens. If I stop, switch the car off for 1 min, start it and drive again it is fine for a couple of km’s. Sometimes the fault disappears for months. Is it the fuel pump?

Ford Mondeo 2002

My 1.8-litre Ford Mondeo Zetec is having trouble engaging 4th gear. The others also feel a bit notchy. Any ideas?

Ford Mondeo 1999

Hi folks, anybody got any suggestions as to why my rear electric windows will not go down on my Ford Mondeo ST24? I had the trim off yesterday, and there is power getting to the switches.

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Have you accidentally turned them off at the isolator? Otherwise you say there is power to the switches but both sides of the switch? - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2007

The coil light on my Ford Mondeo is flashing on the dash but when I plug the computer in it isn’t bringing up any faults. Can anyone tell me what the fault could be?

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If you mean heater plug light, you have a fault. Try other diagnostic equipment - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 1989

My Ford Mondeo keeps overheating. I have replaced the thermostat and headgasket as well as an electrical switch. It finally turns on but still overheats, does anyone have an answer please?

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Try replacing the expansion bottle cap, I have had this problem - Martin Jones from Essex

Have you checked your water pump is delivering pressure? Low or no pressure will mean no circulation. Water needs to move through the radiator to cool down - Dave from Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 2004

My 2-litre Ford Mondeo TDCi started fine this morning and I waited for the temperature light to go off as always but about 5 miles down the road the temperature light came on and stayed on until I parked my car at work and the temperature hand hasn’t moved either. Would this be a thermostat problem?

Ford Mondeo 2002

I have just noticed that my Ford Mondeo, when I turn right, the handbrake light comes on and then off when I come out the corner? Any ideas?

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Check your brake fluid level - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hi, I put my Ford Mondeo Zetec on a diagnostic machine yesterday, because my engine management light came on, and I have been told by someone at Kwik Fit that the problem is the EGR valve. Can anybody tell me where can I find it myself, to give it a clean or replace? Thank you.

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You’re not giving much info, is it a tdci, tddi, petrol? Here is a link with an annotated engine bay for the tdci - http://www.talkford.com/topic/101619-tdci-annotated-engine-bay/ If it is not on the bottom left of the engine then it will be towards the rear at the right hand side of the engine (as you look at it from front). You should only need to either clean it or blank it off to sort this - Graeme from Argyllshire

Ford Mondeo 1998

Hi. I am unable to open the boot lid using the key in the boot lock. The key fob hasn’t been working for a while so I have been using the key. As there is no access to the boot from inside the car does anyone have any suggestions how I can access it?

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Have you tried lifting the lever in the drivers side same lever opposite the petrol cap up for boot down for petrol? - Keith Balderson from England

Ford Mondeo 2000

I have water getting in to the boot of my Ford Mondeo. There are no obvious signs of leakage. Does anyone have any ideas where it might be coming from? Thank you.

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Usually the rear light clusters aren’t sealed. Check them, if they are leaking then remove. Bathroom sealant is an okay sealant to use and pop them back in. I had the same trouble on mk2s - Dave from England

Ford Mondeo 2001

Hi. My Ford Mondeo 1.8 Zetec 2001 has just started jerking when I was drive it. The engine light came on... this all happened when I was running on low fuel. Can anyone please help?

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Most probably the fuel filter has been contaminated by debris from the fuel tank. This can happen if you let the fuel level get too low and allow the bottom of the tank to get stirred up. The filter is situated near the driver’s side rear wheel arch just behind the sill. It looks like a small tin with a pipe sticking out of both ends. Take care when removing this, the vacuum clips on the pipes can be difficult to squeeze open and can be damaged. Also expect to get petrol everywhere, because the filter will be full of it. One last point, make a note of which way round the filter points, there should be an arrow on it showing the direction of fuel flow, make certain the new filter goes in the same way - Dave from Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 2005

I have a 2-litre Ford Mondeo Ghia TDCi (130). I would like to know what causes it to judder at 40mph in 4th gear but not in 5th gear and also what causes steering wheel wobble at all speeds?

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Is the car running lumpy or not pulling when you accelerate? I had the same problem on my Mondeo 2.0 Diesel, judder at 40mph but not 50mph and it was a torn hose. The problem was fixed when the hose was replaced - Aidan from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2002

My Ford Mondeo 2-litre petrol has begun to lose power on acceleration intermittently and also over rev intermittently whilst doing this. Does anyone have any ideas why this might be?

Ford Mondeo 2002

I have a 2002 Ford Mondeo 1.8 petrol duratec engine, it has recently had the engine reconditioned, a new cat and a lambda sensor, but at low speeds, the engine hesitates and judders and runs very rough. The engine management light is on but only says the cat, but its new. Any advice would be helpful please, thank you.

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Hey I also have a 2002 1800cc Mondeo Zetec duratec engine and have replaced the lambda sensors. Mine runs great for a few hours then shudders and will stall. I have had the valves cleaned new plugs/leads. Only thing I have not done yet is put new fuel filters on it. I would get this done Tom, my engine management light was on but went off once the work was done it stayed off for a week and has come back on today. I am afraid to drive too far from home, any clues? Thanks - Anne Hanton from Angus (Forfarshire)

Ford Mondeo 2003

My car has started pulling back in 4th & 5th when it reaches 2,000 revs. When this happens, it blows out smoke, any ideas? (2.0 tdci)

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Check your engine head gasket. There is a chance it is blown - George Abraham from India

It could be an EGR valve issue which might be clogged, happened on my 2.0 Diesel Turbo 130. However, it could also be something as small as a torn hose that’s letting air in under acceleration. You might find that at low speeds, it runs fine but at 40/50mph, you’re getting a judder of sorts and the car is not pulling like it should - Aidan from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2010

I have just had my car serviced and I have driven about 200 miles since, mainly on motorway and this morning the ’Service Oil’ message came up. Is the most obvious reason that it has not been reset? (2.0 TDCI Titanium)

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I would think just reset would do it, take it back to the garage see what they say - Martin Jones from Essex

Two possibilities: 1) Your car has had a software update, including a service interval change. The garage has then forgotten to reset the service indicator and the car thinks it’s due for an oil change. Ford garages do this a lot. 2) You have had your car serviced before the service indicator fired up and, as above, the garage has not reset the system - Dave from Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 2004

The engine starts first time when cold, 4 or 5 turns when hot. The engine judders & misfires as if in too high a gear. Severe pinking (sounds like a diesel sometimes). High fuel consumption. Cruises fine at speed on motorway, but lousy on normal roads. Any ideas please? (1.8 Zetec)

Ford Mondeo 2001

How do I change the ignition switch barrel?

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Normally on Fords, remove column shroud, turn key to position 1, look for a small hole in housing, insert a drill bit or something like that will fit in hole and push then pull out barrel - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2002

My Mondeo has started making a bubbling sort of noise, sounds like it comes from air filter box. I have taken pipe from box off exposing throttle body, sounds like it’s coming from with in there somewhere. It seems to have too much suction/compression? It’s not affecting the fuel economy, drive ability etc. Any ideas?

Ford Mondeo 2004

How far will a 2004 Mondeo 2L go on a full tank of petrol?

Ford Mondeo 2009

Does this car have a chain or belt and what are the service intervals on these cars? Thanks. (1.8 tdci 125bhp edge)

Ford Mondeo 2001

Hi there, I have a Ford Mondeo 1.8 petrol with excessive fuel consumption. Anyone can tell me what’s wrong with it please?

Ford Mondeo

Where is the handbreak adjuster?

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No handbrake adjuster, it is automatic on Mondeo - Ian Crawford from Renfrewshire

Depends on the year, early mk3 was self-adjusting which was subject to a recall, later ones have an adjuster under the exhaust heat shield which you have to remove to get to it - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2006

My Zetec is very noisy when idling. Is this normal?

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If it’s like mine, I have been told it is the clutch bearings - Anne Hanton from Angus (Forfarshire)

Ford Mondeo 2005

I went in holiday and wanted to use cruise control, but it won’t work. I bought the car in February but never tried to use the cruise control until now. Full service history, no mention of a problem with cruise control. Any suggestions? (2.0 TDCi Ghia)

Ford Mondeo 2004

Do the rubber trims come off the front bumper which are situated just above the lights?

Ford Mondeo

I have a 1800 lx Mondeo on a ’53 plate. It is not leaking oil and I can’t see any smoke from the exhaust but it’s losing oil rapidly. Why would this happen?

Ford Mondeo 2005

How do I fold the back seats down on the Ford Mondeo? (TD)

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On my Mondeo, there is a plastic piece you push down on the top of each seat. When you push it down into the slot, it’s in. Push the seat forwards, the seat goes down. Don’t know if it’s the same on yours as mine is older - Tricia Kelly from Gloucestershire

Ford Mondeo 2000

When I lock the doors, the four way flashers keep going off after a while, what could be wrong? (verona)

Ford Mondeo 2007

Pebble stones have lodged on platform/floor behind front grill. How do you remove the base so that stones will drop out? (hatchback)

Ford Mondeo 2006

My reverse lights are not working and I want to look for the fuse but they are not numbered so I do not know which fuse to check. Can you please advise me on what to do? Many thanks, Keith. (1.8 LX)

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Probably switch in gearbox located on the top, disconnect wires from switch and temporarily join with a piece of wire or split pin etc. Select reverse gear, switch ignition on. If they light up you know it’s the switch, do not let joining wire or pin touch earth - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2008

What mileage should I get from an average front set of tyres? (Zetec)

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How long is a piece of string? Tyre wear is subject to many factors, this is by no means an exhaustive list: Manufacturer materials used to make tyre, weather conditions, road surfaces, average journey speeds, wheel balance and alignment maintenance (inflation pressures, objects lodged in the tread), vehicle weight (full fuel tank, heavy loads etc.) Lastly and most importantly - driving style. Combined, these elements can contribute to a set of tyres wearing out in 5,000 miles or 50,000. A lead-footed oaf with a load of bricks in his boot, driving like Sterling Moss over the Gobi desert is going to need to change his tyres every other week, whereas someone with a more sedate driving style is going to fare much better. Personally, I managed to own and run a 1995 Mondeo for 10 years and 121,000 miles on just three sets of Pirellis. The new models are much heavier and the research I’ve done recently on same subject suggests they eat front tyres at a rate of a set every 10,000 miles, a bit more if you use Continentals. They are quieter too if the owners I’ve spoken to are to be believed - Dave from Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 1998

Where is the CD changer kept in my mondeo 1998 LX?

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The changer is built into the actual head unit on the dash. Turn cd on then you should see on the display cd 1/2/3/4/5/6/ - Kev Doyle from England

Ford Mondeo 2009

Hello. I’ve looked in my glove box for either a USB port or an aux port but can’t find either. Am I missing something, or are neither provided in my 59 registered Mondeo Zetec? Thanks for any advice! (2.0tdci zetec)

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I have an ’09 Focus Zetec that’s got aux. Open glove box and check along the top where the lid shuts that’s where mine is. I would have thought a Mondeo Zetec would have it fitted as well, check the handbook - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2004

The vehicle starts okay when cold but does not start normally when warm. It appears to be misfiring. No fault found on diagnostics check. Once it has started, it runs perfectly normally. Can you help? (2.0 Tdci Diesel)

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Lots of possibilities I’m sorry to say. It could be that: 1) a faulty engine temperature sensor is faulty giving a false reading to ECU. 2) MAF is not reading air temperature correctly. 3) Compression down in one or more cylinders, more prominent on idle and will make starting hot harder. 4) Injector failure (Pray it’s not that, ££££ to fix). 5) Starter motor weak. Hot engines don’t need the glow plugs active, so a reliable strong rotation is needed to create adequate pressure for fuel ignition. 6) ECU fault causing air/fuel ratio imbalance. 7) Vacuum leak in fuel system or air system. I could go on, but you probably get the picture by now. Usually the best diagnostic tool for this kind of problem is the total failure of a component, but that may never happen - Dave from Yorkshire

It’s most probably the EGR stuck open, it’s a very common problem. You need to remove and clean the EGRv and the inlet manifold and inlet ports. It’s a mucky job, get some some parrafin and carb cleaner and strong rubber gloves. After removing the gaskets, it’s quicker to clean the manifold with a jet wash. Search on YouTube, there are a number of videos. It’ll take 1.5hrs tops. Also think about blocking the EGRv. If it’s a EURO 3 then you can just blank the inlet with a 1.5mm aluminium plate, easy to make, if EURO 4 then same plate but drill a 10mm hole in the middle to fool the ECU. Well worth the time and effort, it can give you up to 5 MPG more as well - Allan Edgar from Hertfordshire

Ford Mondeo 2002

I got hold of a 2002 1.8 duratec Mondeo that had overheated and blew its head gasket. I removed the head and had it skimmed and fitted a new gasket. It is now not starting properly. It will turn over for ages and almost try to fire up but not quite get there. I’ve had it running and it all sounds okay but it will eventually die and then refuses to run again. I’ve tried new plugs, leads and a coil pack but it is still not right. I have checked for any stored faults in the ECU but there are none. I was wondering if one of the injection sensors have failed due to the overheating. Any help would be much appreciated as I don’t know which way to turn. Thanks. (1.8 duratec)

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Check the valve/camshaft timing. If all is okay, carry out a compression test. Hope this helps - Martin Jones from Essex

Hi I have the same car. It can be one of two problems  - the cat or your piston rings. When the car overheats, the rings can lose their tension and give low compression or the cat can break up and block the exhaust. Hope this helps - Kieran Cranks from Ireland

Ford Mondeo 2011

How do I adjust the halogen headlights for driving in France please? (Titanium X)

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You can’t, short of buying LHD headlamps which will be far too expensive. I just drove to Spain and bought those stickers you put on the lens, they don’t work either - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2001

How do I adjust the headlights on my Ford Mondeo? The car has failed an MOT due to the headlights being too high at the zero. I would like to know how to adjust them at the headlights. Thanks. (LX)

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Lift the bonnet and look around the back of headlamp. You will see two plastic allen screw heads, one is for up and down, the other is for left and right. Shine the headlamps up against a flat surface so you can see dip beam pattern slowly turn one of the allen screws till you find which one will bring beam down - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2001

I was told by a mechanic friend that the Mondeo 51 plate had a recall regarding handbreak cable, the self adjusting handbrake. Do they still recall cars after 10 years and who do I contact about it? Cheers x

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Ring your local Ford dealer - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2006

Occasionally when driving, my glow plug light comes on and knocks my power down. I stop, switch off ignition, wait a few minutes then restart, it is then okay. Occasionally, it comes on under pressure. I have had a new turbo 18 months ago. I would appreciate anyone’s ideas. Thanks. (TDCi)

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Get the vehicle connected to diagnostic equipment that is the only way to find the problem - Martin Jones from Essex

I had this same problem on my ’06 2L tdci. Sorry to let you know it was three of my injectors but had to replace all four. It is very hard to get these injectors as Ford changed them on this year so I had to get mine reconditioned. I ended up with no car for 4 weeks, My advice is burn the bl**dy car because an engine is cheaper than injectors - Karl from County Tyrone

Ford Mondeo 2006

Sometimes when driving along under pressure, my glow plug light comes on and knocks my speed down. I turn off ignition, leave a while restart and then everything is ok. I have used injector cleaner and had a new turbo 18 months ago. (TDCi 2Ltr)

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Get the vehicle connected to diagnostic equipment something is obviously putting the management light on - Martin Jones from Essex

Just called out the RAC regarding this problem. The fault was diagnosed as the EGR valve. RAC man cleaned this out, problem solved - Terry Joyce from Northamptonshire

Ford Mondeo 2002

Where can I locate the engine oil drain plug for my Ford Mondeo LX as I have put too much oil and the engine management light has come up. Can this cause any damage to the car if driven?

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Depends how much is too much, the sump plug is located underneath in sump easy to find - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2005

The engine light comes on after driving 100-150 miles. This started after removing and refitting gear selector.

Ford Mondeo 2002

Hi, I’ve just got a Mondeo 1.8lx 2002 plate. Everything was fine for weeks then one morning it went to start and wont fire up. I kept trying and it finally did. Once it is warm, it starts first time, leave it for a couple of hours and the same thing happens and it’s hard to start. Please help. (1.8 lx)

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If it is petrol, check that the spark plugs are clean and not worn out. That’s it. Obviously if they are no good, replace them. Go to Halfords for new ones (don’t get Champion) then put some injector cleaner into the fuel.
If it’s a diesel, put some injector cleaner into the fuel tank, job done. Just make sure you get injector cleaner for the correct fuel i.e petrol or diesel. - Pauly Milburn from Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 2006

The car drives well then it loses power. I turn the engine off then it runs okay for a long time then the problem reoccurs. Any idea why? (2-0 tdci)

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Does the glow plug light come on when the problem occurs? If so, you need to get diagnostic equipment connected to find the fault - Martin Jones from Essex

Hi, you just need to change your diesel filter, it’s that simple. The only other thing that causes this is the fuel pickup in the fuel tank is bunged up with jellyfied waste goo. Put some injector cleaner in the fuel tank then fill the tank to the top. Kind regards - Pauly Milburn from Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 2003

My 2.0L TDI Mondeo heater plug light keeps coming on when driving then the car stalls. What’s up with it?

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The car needs to be connected to diagnostic equipment to tell you whats wrong. There is obviously a fault to put the light on - Martin Jones from Essex

Hi, your fault is that the lead connecting the glow plugs is touching the engine, going to ground and shorting out. Also check the glow plug relay, listen to it when your key is turned to ignition lights on stage 2 then check in the fuse box under the bonnet for the ignition live wire. The problem is simple, you have an ignition live short somewhere finding it is simple check all of the things that rely on the ignition then you will find the problem. Whilst you are at it, check that the engine earth lead is intact and the battery terminals are okay. The last thing to check on top of the fuel pump is a solanoid. Check that the thin wire is not loose or cut. Kind regards - Pauly Milburn from Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 2010

Should the clutch cylinder top up have a filter or just a cap? (tit x 20 tdci)

Ford Mondeo 2007

Hi, my ST Mondeo diesel has only done 32,000 miles and the engine management has come on but the car is still running perfectly. Anyone any advice?

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Get the vehicle code read, there must be a problem somewhere to put the light on - Martin Jones from Essex

Have you checked your oil level? Sounds mad, but I had the same problem - Alan Garton from Nottinghamshire

Ford Mondeo 1984

If the engine management system starts to go faulty will this make the automatic gearbox drop down a gear and make it feel like you have no gears and the next minute be OK? The gear box has been renewed and is the correct level. Thank you. (Hatchback Automatic)

Ford Mondeo 2001

Is it hard to change the waterpump on my Mondeo?

Ford Mondeo 2003

When my car gets to 200 revs it misses and there is black smoke. I’ve cleaned the egr valve but am not sure what wrong is with it. What do you think?

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I assume it is a diesel engine? The tdci is notorious for injectors failing, an injector not working will give engine missfire just like a faulty spark plug on a petrol engine - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2007

I would like to know what I should do as my engine malfunction warning light has come on and I cannot find any problems. (2.0 Zetec)

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Get the vehicle code read. Most garages have diagnostic equipment then they will tell you what is wrong. There is obviously a problem to put the malfunction light on - Martin Jones from Essex

Take it to your local Ford garage, if you leave it any problem you have will put stress on other parts down the line and the repair bill will get bigger - Jamie Spure from Carmarthenshire

Ford Mondeo 2007

Is the new model 2007 Ford Mondeo available in 1.6 diesel? Thank you.

Ford Mondeo 2000

The alarm doesn’t always activate when I lock my car with the key fob, but my hazard warning lights keep coming on when the car is parked. (Zetec)

Ford Mondeo 2001

I have bought a Mondeo Ghia X on a 51 plate and the radio in it says "1 hour" then comes up with the chasis number and then does not come on. Any ideas on how to rectify this?

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The radio has lost it’s code. You will have to leave radio switched on for 1 hour then it will ask you for the code. The handbook will tell you how to enter the code via the preset station buttons, it is easy - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2008

I have recently purchased a 2008 Mondeo. The car can become very noisy in the cabin on different road surfaces. Can anyone tell me if this is normal and if there is a way to make it quieter? Thank you. (Hatchback)

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Check condition and pressures in tyres. Low profile tyres, if fitted, can be noisy on certain surfaces - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2001

I have just had my fuel pump replaced and on the way home my engine was cutting out at junctions /roundabouts. I’m a bit worried as it was fine until the fuel pump was replaced. What should I do? (1.8 lx)

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Take it back to the garage who fitted pump  and explain to them the problem - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2001

Only got one fob key. I went to start it this morning and the fob won’t open the doors. I managed to open drivers door by turning key in lock. I went to start engine, nothing, no lights, no clicking or anything. I tried to turn key in ignition fast eight times, no beep, nothing. Any ideas?

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Have you checked that the car’s battery isn’t flat - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2001

How do you know when the clutch is going?

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Slipping ie engine revs up or difficult to get into gear - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2000

Ford Mondeo Y Reg. I got stuck on a dual carriage way after smelling burn from my car heater vent, then the engine seized with no warning. Any suggestions out there as to what caused this. 175,000 miles on clock and has full service history.

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Any number of things like enough oil and water in engine, temperature gauge reading high? Oil light on? - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2001

When I put my foot down the revs go high, mainly in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gear, sometimes in 5th too. Any ideas why this might be happening? (2.0LX)

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It is probably the clutch slipping - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2004

When I turn the heater off button it turns the heater on but then when you press the off button the heater keeps turning itself back on and I cannot get the heater to stay off. Does anyone know what the fault is?

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Could well be the heater control panel which houses fan speed and temperature control etc... Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 1995

I need to find out the TARE mass and Gross Vehicle Mass for a Ford Mondeo Ghia 25V 1995 for vehicle export. Any help or guidance would be great. (25V Ghia)

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Google it? Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2004

There is an intermittent knocking sound coming from the drivers side of my 2004 Ford Mondeo. It is starting and running fine, only the noise when sitting ticking over. Please help.

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Check auxillary drive belt and tensioner - Martin Jones from Essex

Ford Mondeo 2005

The car is chugging out black smoke and is juddering lots, it also seems to have dropped the amount of MPG quite considerably - the local garage put fuel cleaner in to sort out the black smoke and we have ’ragged’ the car on a couple of long journeys and it seemed to clear each time briefly, but still ongoing!!! Any help?

Ford Mondeo 2010

Does this car have a glowplug warning light in the dash? (2.0ltr tdci)

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I asked the very same question of my local Ford dealer after I had brought the same 2010 model as when I looked in the manual for the correct way of starting the car. It showed that you should wait for the glow plug light to go out. They told me that it is there but in the background so you don’t actually see it - Julie Mace from Berkshire

My Mondeo 2.0 tdci (March 2010) shows a very distinctive "orange" coloured glow plug - in the rev counter dial - when the ignition is first switched on. It is positioned to the right of the 1 and 2 figures. It goes out after a few seconds when cold ie around freezing. Please note: it only shows very briefly when the outside temperature is higher than 10 degrees - Colin Templeman from Scotland

Ford Mondeo 1995

I cannot withdraw the ignition key unless I disconnect the battery first. Has anyone any idea whay this might be?