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Will water ruin a coil?

Will water ruin a coil?

This in turn can lead to spark plug and ignition coil failure. Water intrusion is an unlikely, and therefore, overlooked cause of ignition coil damage. In some vehicles, A/C condensation can build up and drip directly onto ignition coils, filling up spark plug holes with water.

Are there any problems with the Ford Focus?

Ford Focus Problems With Valve Seats The valve seats failed, dropped into the engine and destroyed it. This is a common problem with this engine. I’m very disappointed that Ford never stepped up to the plate with this problem and recalled the car to correct this very serious engine problem.

Why does my Ford Focus sputter when driving?

When driving at slow speeds and always if accelerating at 10mph the car jerks and sputters. I took it back to the Ford Dealer and had what they said was an adjustment due to a recall. Didn’t fix anything, took it in again and the answer is its the design due to a 5 speed within an automatic transmission it has to adjust itself.

Is it safe to buy a 2003 Ford Focus?

Don’t buy used Ford Focus produced in 2003. The people who bought it have often reported that the key won’t turn in the ignition. Moreover, this model of Ford Focus has more complaints than any other model.

What’s the problem with my Ford Focus clutch?

Last week (2016) clutch burnt out 47,000 on the clock. Ford refuse to repair under warranty – charged me $2,500 to fix. Claim it is just wear.

Why is my Ford Focus engine overheating?

During the 3-week period, it transpired that multiple second-hand engine cooling parts had been installed. These included a cooling fan assembly and a cooling fan control module accompanied with a coolant system flushing agent; all without rectification of the underlying fault.

Is it possible to find a misfire in a Ford?

It’s possible to find a misfire in your Ford, even if there is no check engine light. All you need is an OBDII scanner with Mode 6 function. It is a common situation. You’re driving your F150, F250, E150 van, or Expedition, etc and you can feel the engine skipping here and there.

What is the fault code for a Ford Focus?

The cooling fan fault code: P0480 Fan 1 Control Circuit Permanent stored. The cooling fan will function when powered independently. The cooling fan module and motor assembly had been replaced but the original had been refitted again.

Why is my Ford Focus fan almost open?

Closer inspection confirmed that the fan control wire was almost open circuit, but had a sufficient amount of copper strands to deliver the bias voltage I saw in the previous waveform. This is why the continuity method of testing is flawed.

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Ruth Doyle