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Why is my water tank boiling over in my Ford Fiesta?

Why is my water tank boiling over in my Ford Fiesta?

1998 ford fiesta ghia 1240cc automatic hose leaked into back of engine temperature gauge went into the red. replaced coolant , thermostat ,hose . No leaks now but only got four and a half litres of co … read more

Is it normal for coolant tank to get boiling overflow?

After driving some time, is it normal that the plastic spillover coolant tank, usually attached to the fan housing, that takes boiling overflow, get so hot that you get bubbles boiling out of it even though the engine itself, according to the temperature gauge on the dashboard, does not get overheated?

Is the radiator on my 1999 Fiesta overheating?

My fiesta 1999 Ghia radiator has been overheating and we have flushed it out twice and topped the water up. Water is not leaking definately but the guage goes into the red within 10 minutes of driving … read more

Why is my Corvette coolant boiling but not overheating?

I have had this happen on my 84 Corvette after driving in hot heavy traffic. The temp gauge got to about 240 deg F and then spiked higher when the engine was shut off and the fan quit running. It bubbled in the overflow jug for a little while and then cooled off.

1998 ford fiesta ghia 1240cc automatic hose leaked into back of engine temperature gauge went into the red. replaced coolant , thermostat ,hose . No leaks now but only got four and a half litres of co … read more

After driving some time, is it normal that the plastic spillover coolant tank, usually attached to the fan housing, that takes boiling overflow, get so hot that you get bubbles boiling out of it even though the engine itself, according to the temperature gauge on the dashboard, does not get overheated?

My fiesta 1999 Ghia radiator has been overheating and we have flushed it out twice and topped the water up. Water is not leaking definately but the guage goes into the red within 10 minutes of driving … read more

I have had this happen on my 84 Corvette after driving in hot heavy traffic. The temp gauge got to about 240 deg F and then spiked higher when the engine was shut off and the fan quit running. It bubbled in the overflow jug for a little while and then cooled off.

When did the Ford Fiesta first come out?

Since its introduction in 1976, the Ford Fiesta has spanned six different generations, with successive improvements in safety, economy and design. It has won many awards, too, including our What Car? Car of the Year in 2009, and What Car? Used Car of the Year in 2012.

Why does my Ford Fiesta keep catching fire?

There is a possibility that some cars built after 2011 had faulty exhausts. In rare cases, the blanking plug on the exhaust might not maintain the correct tightness, leaving an open hole in the system. The hot gases can melt the engine cooling fan moulding and cause fire and fumes in the cabin.

Is the Ford Fiesta a good used car?

However, while we recommend the Fiesta as the best used small car, there are problems to look out for. Here we focus on cars built after 2002, when the fifth-generation model was launched. This version came with a 1.3-, 1.4- or 1.6-litre petrol engine, or a 1.4- or 1.6-litre diesel.

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.

How big is the oil tank on a Ford Fiesta?

Oil Change Engine Oil Type Motorcraft Formula E, or SAE 5W-30 engin Engine Oil Capacity (including oil filte 4.35 litres (1.3 litre petrol engines) 3.75 litres (1.25 and 1.4 litre petrol e 4.1 litres (1.6 litre petrol engines) 3.8 litres (all diesel engines)

How often should I change the oil in my Ford Fiesta?

Note: Ford recommend that the engine oil and filter are changed every 12 500 miles or 12 months. However, oil and filter changes are good for the engine, and we recommend that the oil and filter are renewed more frequently, especially if the car is used on a lot of short journeys. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.

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