Why is coolant leaking from my Ford Fiesta?
Why is coolant leaking from my Ford Fiesta?
They can have air trapped in the system which takes a while to fill up with water. If it’s a big leak then it should be reasonable easy to spot. Drive the car and then stop and look for dampness. Radiators can leak, as can pipe connections. I had this a few months ago, coolant was leaking in the engine which indicated the head gasket had gone.
How much does it cost to replace coolant in Ford Fiesta?
Cost £280 to get fixed !!!!! £80 for pump plus vat £10 for coolant and 4 hours labor, at least I stopped driving it straight away to save head gasket being replaced This discussion has been closed.
Why are there recalls on Ford Fiesta ST?
In the affected vehicles, a lack of coolant circulation could cause an engine to overheat, resulting in a crack in the cylinder head. A cracked cylinder head can result in a pressurized oil leak. Oil that comes into contact with a hot engine surface increases the risk of a fire in the engine compartment.
What causes a Ford EcoBoost engine to lose coolant?
Apparently the sleeve could move and cause a break or fracture of the cylinder head gasket allowing coolant to enter the cylinder. Sometimes the cylinder head gasket was not installed perfectly and this made the problem worse. This would be seen by white smoke coming out of the exhaust but would not show in the oil as gunge.
Why is my Ford Fiesta losing coolant?
My 2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2 is losing coolant. There has been no overheating, fan kicks in and goes off as normal. Also no mix in oil and no water pump no noise.
What does it mean when your Ford Fiesta is leaking water?
If your Ford Fiesta is leaking water, it could mean a few different things are happening. Some water is completely acceptable. It depends on the situation. It really depends on where you’ve found it, and if it is really water. Coolant or Water?
In the affected vehicles, a lack of coolant circulation could cause an engine to overheat, resulting in a crack in the cylinder head. A cracked cylinder head can result in a pressurized oil leak. Oil that comes into contact with a hot engine surface increases the risk of a fire in the engine compartment.
What’s the correct coolant level for a Ford Fiesta?
Mordey – I checked it when it was cold ( the car hadn’t been turned on for a day or two). Do you think I should leave it? The correct level is halfway between the min and max when cold.So top up with a mix of 50% recommended coolant and 50% water.Hope this helps.
If your Fiesta’s cooling system is leaking water or coolant, here are the most common places that it may be leaking from. Thermostat Housing – The thermostat is a small device that acts as a barrier that lets coolant into the engine only when it reaches a certain temperature (usually a bit over 200 degrees).
How much does it cost to repair the thermostat in a Ford Fiesta?
The part (which includes the stat, housing and o ring seal and sender) is about £86 inc VAT. Plus the labour and VAT will come to around that as they will charge a minimum 1 hour although it wont take anywhere near that long.
Why is water coming out of the tail pipe of my Ford Fiesta?
A lot of water leaking out of the tail pipe is certainly a cause for concern. Your Fiesta’s air conditioning system is going to produce water as a product of the cooling process. This is normal. It will usually produce moisture just behind the rear tires.
Why is there a leak in my radiator?
I stuck a bottle of Bars Leaks in the radiator and that cured it and I haven’t had a problem since. thermostat housing im guessing, the seal will have deterioated. ive seen housings go brittle or detrioate where the seal fits also.
What’s the problem with the water pump on a Ford Fiesta?
Fitting a new pipe will rectify the problem. If your engine is idling and you hear strange whining or knocking noises coming from it, it is likely there is something wrong with the car’s water pump. Solution: This is a common problem with this generation of Ford Fiesta, and can be fixed by installing a new pump.
Are there any problems with the Ford Fiesta 2004?
One of the more common Ford Fiesta 2004 problems for Fiesta’s built between August 2001 and August 2004 is the faulty airbag warning lights. It has been noted that sometimes when the front crash detectors noticed a fault, the warning lamp failed to work. Faulty sensors can also cause the lights to flash intermittently.
What should I do for my Ford Fiesta?
What follows is our quick reference guide to many of the recommended routine maintenance tasks for the 2002 to 2008 Ford Fiesta (both petrol and diesel engines), most of which you can do yourself at home. If you need more guidance or step-by-step instructions, check out our online manual or get our traditional printed manual.
If your Fiesta’s cooling system is leaking water or coolant, here are the most common places that it may be leaking from. Thermostat Housing – The thermostat is a small device that acts as a barrier that lets coolant into the engine only when it reaches a certain temperature (usually a bit over 200 degrees).
What to do if your Ford Fiesta overheats?
Refill the cooling system and run the engine with the bonnet up to see where the water is coming from, rectify the leak and all should be ok unless you drove for a long time in the red which could have done other damage. I only drove for a short period with the temperature in the red and stopped before the car really started billowing steam.
A lot of water leaking out of the tail pipe is certainly a cause for concern. Your Fiesta’s air conditioning system is going to produce water as a product of the cooling process. This is normal. It will usually produce moisture just behind the rear tires.
Why is the head gasket gone on my Ford Fiesta?
To summerise it, it sounds like you have had a hole in the radiator which had led to the water loss, then you have ran it three times there after where it has got to the point of overheating. I wouldn’t be surprised if the head gasket has now gone.
