What was the problem with my Ford Mondeo?
What was the problem with my Ford Mondeo?
The problem started immediately after I’d accelerated the car hard from rest and rev’ed it to about 4500 or 5000 in first and second ….next time I came to idle the problem was there. it ws also a wet day but I didn’t go through any big puddles.
What’s the idle speed of a Ford Mondeo?
Sometimes they will oscillate by just 1 or 2 hundred revs about the normal idle speed, with an oscillation frequency of a couple of seconds but often the revs will drop very low and then oscillate between about 250 (nearly stalled) and about 750 rpm, oscillation frequency 2 or 3 seconds.
What kind of engine does a Mondeo have?
I’ve got a 52 plate mondeo with a duratec 2.0 petrol engine that has just started idling erratically and stalling. Started suddenly the other day. Instead of idlling normally at about 900 rpm the revs oscillate.
What to do if your Mondeo has erratic idle?
Possible throttle idle valve/sensor, should be easy to fix if that’s the problem. Check plugs are tight and leads are OK, then clean the Idle control valve if you know how. This sometimes helps. If it was the coil pack, I guess it would miss at any revs.
What was the problem with the Ford Mondeo?
There was a design flaw with the new 1.8 and 2.0 L petrol units with the butterfly valves in the inlet manifold, which could cause severe engine damage when they failed.
When did the Ford Mondeo Mk III come out?
The Ford Mondeo MK III (second generation) model was launched by Ford in October 2000. This Mondeo was considerably larger than its predecessor, and although Ford abandoned its New Edge design theme for the second generation, it was their first vehicle to fully benefit from the Prodigy concept car.
What kind of engine does second generation Mondeo have?
For the second generation Mondeo, the Zetec engine was replaced with 1.8 and 2.0 litre Mazda L engines, branded Duratec by Ford.
When did the Ford Mondeo come to Mexico?
This Mondeo came to Mexico, replacing the North American built Ford Contour, and was sold from 2001 to 2007, when the Ford Fusion replaced it. The North American market Fusion and Ford Five Hundred /Taurus sported very similar styling, inside and out.
Then found fault was as described by Jon. with one slight difference, the metal cross section protruding from the rear of the lock had rounded at the end so wasn’t locating fully into the plastic rod.
How can I mend my Ford Mondeo bonnet?
We have a 51 plate mondeo that has exactly the same Ford design fault. If you’ve tried the obvious – key twisting, bonnet sitting, cursing – then cut through the plastic by the key hole so you can see through to the two screws holding the lock mechanism in place. These may need drilling out if not been replaced by conventional screw heads.
How long does it take to mend a Ford Mondeo?
A staightforward and simple job requiring only a drill and a spot of ingenuity. Allow 45 minutes to complete removal, and another 45 to rinse, oil and grease and replace the lock. If you don’t like the cut away section underneath the Ford badge, a nifty £10 should see a replacement from the local scrappy.
What happens to the barrel of a Ford Mondeo?
The barrel slips into a plastic rod, which in turn slips into the bonnet catch. Now what happens is the rod slips to far into the bonnet catch and that means the barrel end slightly dislocates from the turning pin. remove the bonnet lock and put a small cable tie around the cross end on the plastic rod.
What kind of hesitation does a Mondeo have?
My brother in law has a 51 plate Mondeo 115 TDCi auto which has developed a general lack of power throughout the rev range and a fairly severe hesitation / judder at around 50mph. He bought the car up tonight for a quick check over the basics, and first thing I suggested was to disconnect the MAF and take it for a quick spin.
Can you put a blanking plate on a Mondeo TDCi?
Bit of a Mondeo TDCi trait….. Depending on the age of the car you could fit a blanking plate on the EGR valve. If its a Euro 3 engine this will cause no issues but if its a Euro 4 it will put the engine management light on. Wont cause any problems but the light can be annoying for some..
Is there a judder in the Mondeo TDCi?
Immediately it had more power and no judder at all so out came the MAF which had a quick a spray with carb cleaner before putting back in, even though it looked fine.
Where is the water pump on a Mondeo?
If this is damaged, then you can get a very slow drop in coolant which leaves no trace, due to evaporation. Water Pump: This is just above the crankshaft pulley at the timing end of the engine. It can leak from the seals, and water deposits may be visible below it. It is largely hidden by the timing belt cover.
