How often to change my 2012 Fiesta's belt?
How often should I change the timing belt on my 2012 Ford Fiesta?
Betty Bernard (Charlottetown )Jul 2019 Filed under: servicing
Expert answer
Hi Betty,
It depends on the engine:
1.25/1.4/1.6-litre petrol: every 160,000km/8 years
1.4/1.6-litre diesel:
- to July 2011: 140,000km/10 years
- after that: 180,000km/10 years
My Ford EcoSport cuts out...
I have a Ford EcoSport. The stop/start system, when I switch it off, at times, still makes the car judder a bit. When I've stopped, at traffic lights, then the engine switches off. I've not put it in neutral or took my foot off the clutch. This will only happen a few times, then the car runs fine, with the stop /start off. I don't understand why it still cuts off, when system is off?
Debbie Ashdown (Barrow In Furness)Jun 2019 Filed under: fault
Expert answer
Hi Debbie,
It doesn't sound to us as if this is anything to do with the stop-start system, but actually an issue with the engine itself that needs looking at by a good mechanic. You've not told us which generation of EcoSport you have, nor which engine it has, but the 1.5-litre TDCi diesel has a known issue with the turbocharger wastegate valve that could cause engine running issues. It might be worth mentioning to the mechanic when you bring it to be checked.
Best of luck
Amarok, Ranger or Navara pick-up?
Hi there, hoping you can guide me in the right direction as I am torn between the VW Amarok, Ranger and the Nissan NP 300. I wont be using it for construction just merely for leisurely use so efficiency will have a part to play in my decision.
Looking for your advice.
Regards,
Ronan
Ronan Scroope (Cork)Jun 2019 Filed under: pick-up
Expert answer
Hi Ronan,
Well, to be honest, if efficiency is your thing, then don’t buy a pick-up truck — they’re all pretty big and thirsty and around 30mpg is the best you’re going to get from any of them. Of the three you’ve mentioned, the VW Amarok is the best — the most space in the cab, the best comfort, the best on-road handling and ride. The Ranger comes in a decent second, the Nissan a little further behind in third.
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When to change my Ford Kuga's belt?
Does the 2014 Ford Kuga have a timing belt or chain and at what mileage should it be changed? If so, does it give a warning when it needs to be changed or will it just snap?
Tshegofatso Grace Bathuleng (GABORONE, BOTSWANA )Jun 2019 Filed under: servicing
Expert answer
Hi Tshegofatso,
The only 1.6-litre Kuga of that age is the petrol model, so we're assuming you mean that. It has a timing belt, which must be changed at least every 200,000 kilometres or 10 years, whichever comes first.
There will be no warning when the belt needs to be changed, so keep an eye on the mileage. If you let it go too far above the suggested change interval, the belt may snap, but that's not a very common occurrence.
Belt or chain in a 2011 Ford Kuga?
Does a 2011 Ford Kuga 2.0 have a timing belt or chain?
Col Wlsh (Cork)Jun 2019 Filed under: servicing
Expert answer
Hi Col,
That Kuga's engine has a timing belt, which must be changed at least every 200,000 kilometres or 10 years, whichever comes first.
When to change my Mondeo TDCi's belt?
I have a 2016 Ford Mondeo 1.5 TDCi 88kW (engine code: UGCC) with 178,000km on the clock; when do I replace the timing belt?
Martin Hlad (Ruzomberok)Jun 2019 Filed under: servicing
Expert answer
Hi Martin,
Ford recommends changing it every 250,000km or 10 years, whichever comes first.
How often to service a Ford Focus diesel?
How often do you service a Ford Focus saloon 1.6 diesel?
Joseph Kent (Tipperary )Jun 2019 Filed under: servicing
Expert answer
Hi Joseph,
You've not told us the year, so, taking the 2014-2015 model as an example, it's every 20,000km or 12 months, whichever comes first.
How much VRT on used Ford Mondeo?
Hi,
I was wondering if you could tell me how much VRT will I pay on a Ford Mondeo that is 10 months old? It's up for £17,000.
Thank you.
Mark Stafford (Dublin)May 2019 Filed under: VRT
Expert answer
Hi Mark,
It will depend on the specific model, but assuming that it’s a Titanium-spec with the 150hp 2.0-litre TDCi diesel engine, you’ll be looking at around €4,500 to €5,000 in VRT.
Value of a diesel Ford Fusion?
What value for a Ford Fusion 1.4 diesel with 87,000km on the clock?
Stephen Smith (Orihuela 03319)May 2019 Filed under: used car values
Expert answer
Hi Stephen,
It will hugely depend on the condition and service history, but in general even the best Fusion will struggle to be worth more than €2,000 to €2,500 these days.
Polo or SEAT for a little more power?
Trading in a 2007 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec, which was around 70hp. New Polo default seems to be 1.0-litre 65hp, actually lower power than 12-year-old Fiesta? Maybe default SEAT ibiza SE is better with its 1.0 MPI EVO 80hp engine. Load of one adult and two children, Offaly/Kildare roads and M4 travel twice a week to Liffey Valley usage.
Thanks
John
John Quinn (Offaly)May 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
Expert answer
Hi John,
A very good point — basic VW Polos have always been rather underpowered and the fact is that, for the same price as a basic Polo 65hp, you can have a basic SEAT Ibiza with the more powerful engine. Or for the same price as the 80hp Polo in basic Trendline form, you could have an Ibiza with the same engine but in higher SE trim. We’d say definitely go for the SEAT in this instance, as you’ll get better spec, or better performance (especially for that M4 run), or both.