What are your experiences with Mondeo TDCi engine noise?

What are your experiences with Mondeo TDCi engine noise?

I know there are a few Mondeo TDCi owners who have contributed to this forum. What are your experiences with engine noise? I have a 10 month old Mondeo TDCi LX with 15,000 miles. The engine runs great, pulls like a train and returns around 50 mpg.

Why is my Ford Mondeo making a drumming noise?

Should a customer express concern about a drumming noise from the accessory drive belt with the engine at idle, the probable cause is a high accessory drive belt excitation caused by crankshaft vibration being transmitted into the accessory drive belt drive.

How many miles does a Mondeo LX get?

I have a 10 month old Mondeo TDCi LX with 15,000 miles. The engine runs great, pulls like a train and returns around 50 mpg. My concern is with the engine noise.

Why is my Mondeo TDCi making so much noise?

The car has been in the dealers this week, they have confirmed that the engine is too noisy and the tappet noise is probably a camshaft or hydraulic lifter problem. The car is still uner warranty so it’s getting sorted next week. As far as I know the fuel pump is OK. Jacko. Our Fuel Cost Calculator shows you which will be the best choice for you.

When does the drumming noise in the Mondeo go away?

The drumming noise only occurs during idle and should disappear at engine speeds above 1000 rpm. To rectify this concern a revised crankshaft pulley together with a new accessory drive belt and accessory drive belt tensioner MUST be installed, without exception.

What are the common problems with Ford Mondeo engines?

Solution: A common problem with this year TDCi engine is a bad connection for the fuel pressure sensor. To rectify the problem, a gold electrical connector should be used instead of the tin connector. Problem: Engine does not run properly or fails to start.

What causes a knocking noise in a Ford Mondeo?

Solution: A common problem is a hydraulic ‘water hammer’ effect in the power steering system, whcih can cause a knocking noise. The solution is to fit a new revised power steering return line that is designed to absorb pressure peaks of the hydraulic system. A revised return line has been fitted since 10/1999 (diesel) and 12/1999 (petrol).