Posted May 22, 2009. The tdci mondeos have this exact problem wich ford are aware of. Not herd of such problems on the focus though. The solution on the mondeos is to fit a new crank (a think) pulley and tensioner. Also a modified EGR Valve can cause excessive knocking and black smoke from the exhaust. The Neobahn. Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi problems. Hey, I just had my EGR valve / manifold replaced at the weekend as the garage said that it was broken, now I have a different problem. When i start the code P1203 Cyl 3 injector circuit open/shorted-permanent. That is a fairly specific error, relating to an electrical fault somewhere between the ECU & the injector. 3 hours ago, Revatron said: perhaps suggests that the problem could be the connection to the injector rather than the injector itself, 256 months. [report] [news] Thursday 3rd January 2008. My 1.8 TDCi Focus (100PS) has been playing up all winter when starting from cold. Starter motor has been changed and glow plugs. Ford have My wife has a 2003 Model Ford Focus 1.8 TDCI. Since she bought it in August there have been problems with starting from cold. It does not do it all the time, however trying to start it results in the engine trying to turn over, however not starting for several minutes. The Focus has had its glow Hello. My Ford S-Max 1.8 tdci 125 ps , year 2006, is having problems with starting when it is cold. It turns over alright , but may take about 7 or more tries before it starts , after that it starts 1 … read more TyqSc. 349. Name: Dave. Ford Model: 2006 Mk2 Focus 1.8 TDCi Zetec (Climate) Ford Year: 2006. UK/Ireland Location: Lancashire. Posted January 16, 2013. My 1.8 TDCi has exactly the same symptoms - lower MPG and white smoke on start up. It's done 83k and was last serviced at 75k (done at a Ford dealer, including fuel filter) It had the same symptoms last HI All I tried to look on the forum for the signs and symptoms of the illness of my Ford but no real joy. My mondeo mk4 2008 2.0tdci has some starting problems, there are days where it start without problems at all, like a new car, but from time to time after few starts there is a dodgy one, it c Ford Galaxy 1.6 EcoBoosts with stop/start upgraded at some time in past 3-6 months with a more powerful battery, enhanced starter motor, neutral sensor in gearbox, clutch cylinder sensor. 14-11-2014: Ford Galaxy Powershift requires and oil and microfilter change for the transmission at 37,500 miles or 3 years at an additional service cost of £270. 7. Name: Glenn. Ford Model: MK2 1.8TDCI. Ford Year: 2008. UK/Ireland Location: Co-Londonderry. Posted July 17, 2022. Hi all, have a problem with my MK2 focus it is 2008 1.8TDCI. was driving along one day when the engine mal light came on and chimes with it and car went into reduced acceleration. When i turned onto my lane however the car kicked I have recently purchased a 2009 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6TDCi (109PS) Hatchback. The heater blower is working i.e you set it to 1, 2, 3 or 4 and the blower changes speed/force. The blend control is also working i.e you can point it to windscreen/front vents or foot well etc.

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