Ford Mondeo Graphite TDCI 2003 several issues

tzb27

I am not sure if it was changed in service but this mechanic did say he changed it.

forgotmyname wrote: »

As above removing the injectors is a simple task. Like removing a sparkplug. Except it has a fuel pipe on the top.

The dashboard tells you the voltage. But you need a few other tests also. So you may as well get the mechanic/garage to test the battery/alternator also.

When was the fuel filter changed last? A standard service will usually forget that unless you specifically ask for it to be done.

tzb27

bigjl wrote: »

Not knowing if it is a 115 or 130 bhp version.



I think your garage has either not changed the injectors, did but didn't recode or they have misdiagnosed.

Ford Mondeo Hatchback 2.0TDCi Graphite (115ps) 5d

I think the same..... but how can i prove if he changed them or not?

shown73

Another very good place to seek advice is the forum on "Talkford," website. I've had a lot of help from there. Hope you sort it, you have what is basically a very good car.

tzb27

shown73 wrote: »

Another very good place to seek advice is the forum on "Talkford," website. I've had a lot of help from there. Hope you sort it, you have what is basically a very good car.

Do i need to be a paid member to post there?

forgotmyname

No its free. There maybe a couple of members in this thread

Replaced injectors should have been recoded.

All too often people take a Mondeo in and the garage jump to the pump/injectors without proper tests.

Lots of dodgy so called reconditioned units for sale also that do not have the correct calibration codes.

tzb27

Thanks for the information. I have posted this on talkford as well. Let's see if i get more contribution on there.

I contacted another garage and explained them the whole situation. They sounded worse than previous one. Telling me they have to start from the scratch and do test&try kind of work. I am keeping myself away from these cow boys until i find a mechanic who breaths Ford. lol

forgotmyname wrote: »

No its free. There maybe a couple of members in this thread

Replaced injectors should have been recoded.

All too often people take a Mondeo in and the garage jump to the pump/injectors without proper tests.

Lots of dodgy so called reconditioned units for sale also that do not have the correct calibration codes.

forgotmyname

The problem is asking on TalkFord is OK, But as you cannot do the work yourself then taking it to the garage is going to be your only option.

The garage wont want to listen to what a forum told you.

shown73

At least, though, if you have some idea what the problem might be it is easier to negotiate with the garage. Better than being completely clueless, which has already cost the op a lot of money, and could well cost a lot more.

spacey2012

The Snake oil may have attacked the silicone inserts in the diesel pump which can cause them to draw air in to the system.
Sounds more like one thing with the battery and another of very bad advice to put the fuel treatment in, the pumps on Ford are very sensitive to anything in the fuel.
As for your mechanic, sounds like a swap parts and hope for the best.

forgotmyname

Swap parts and hope for the best, Will be more costly than diagnosing the issue properly.

The handbook does state not to use additives in the fuel. And its not suitable for Bio-Diesel. Although i think all diesel in the UK has some Bio in it.
If using Morrisons fuel then that may cause issues as i think they have a greater percentage of Bio in the fuel.

My car doesnt seem to like Tesco fuel.