My car is not well!

eamon

Folks

I own a 2005 Mondeo 1.8LX. The heater has decided to partially die (it has power and the blowers work), just no heat. I've read various other car forums and no real help there. Is this something that a reasonable indy garage can sort out or do I need to visit a main dealer?

Look forward to your replies

Eamon

P.S I have no tools, inclination, ability, knowledge (beyond superficial) or the space to work on a vehicle.

MishterTea

We had this issue the other day and it was down to the coolant tank being empty. The reason it's empty is another concern (leaking radiator I think) but once I filled it up with water/anti-freeze the heating started working again..

- Rich

goldspanners

as said above check you have actually got some coolant in the reservior. if you do then it could be the heater control valve, its common on ka, fiestas and some focus' may be on the mondeo aswell.

eamon

Rich

Wish I had started this thread earlier. Checking coolant levels does fall within my (low) level of expertise. Unfortunately it is now dark and the nearest car accessory shop is shut. But I will investigate tomorrow.

Thanks

Eamon

harveybobbles

eamon wrote: »

I have no tools, inclination, ability, knowledge (beyond superficial) or the space to work on a vehicle.

This is one of the reasons I think the driving test should include basic maintence...

bigoggy2007

harveybobbles wrote: »

This is one of the reasons I think the driving test should include basic maintence...

it does, you have to prove you can check the fluid levels, it's been part of the test for a few years

lemonslap

bigoggy2007 wrote: »

it does, you have to prove you can check the fluid levels, it's been part of the test for a few years

Its amazing how many people still have no idea though! At least it keeps mechanics busy

eamon

Oh no! I've been attacked by trolls!!

Anyway the problem has been solved. Long live car mechanics with all their expensive tools, knowledge etc.