My Ford Focus has to be full of diesel to start!

I have a 2009 Ford Focus. If I don't keep it full with diesel it won't start. Could it be the pump in the tank or one of the injectors?

Martina Houlihan (Co Mayo Ireland)

May 2015 Filed under: fault

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Expert answer

Hi Martina,

That model Ford Focus TDCi has no pump in the tank, so it can't be that. The only thing that we can think is an issue with the fuel filter or its housing, perhaps letting in air. I'm afraid the only thing for it is to bring the car to a good mechanic to assess. Best of luck,

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
@Shane_O_D