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Ford Ka problems

psso
psso Posts: 1,210 Forumite
I hope someone can help solve this mystery for me.

My `53 plate Ka heater isn`t working. It blows cold air when it should be hot. The thermostat, thermostat housing and matrix have all been replaced but the problem is still there.

It did start to warm up a little bit when I reached 50mph yesterday, but no matter how long the engine is running, at lower speeds it is freezing cold. Not good at this time of year.

Second problem. I have a lake in the back footwell behind driver`s seat. Car sits on a very slight incline on the driveway so might be running backwards from the front ?

Any ideas for remedies gratefully received.

Just before anyone suggests buying a new car as a `remedy`...
:rotfl: funds won`t stretch that far I`m afraid.
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Comments

  • heater valve is faulty most likely hasnt been changed yet
  • forgotmyname
    forgotmyname Posts: 33,033 Forumite
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    Is the engine reaching a working temperature?

    Otherwise as above.
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  • It will be the heater valve, common problem on fiesta as well. Be sure to use a ford one as others don`t last very long.

    The water is usually from the pollen filter housing, it will leak into the foot well .
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