Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
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Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Good day gents,
As the topic states I'm looking for a recommendation for a mechanic in the East Rand to solve an issue on a ford Figo 1.4N/A duratec.
The issue arises when starting when the vehicle is cold, a general engine fault warning pops up on the dash and rpm is limited to around 1500rpm. If you leave the vehicle to idle for a few minutes and switch off and on it goes away and the car drives normally.
I have taken the car for a diagnostic scan and after identifying the error as air pressure sensor related, I changed the sensor but the issue remains.
I'm looking for a mechanic that can diagnose and solve the issue and preferably do it within a few days time as the vehicle is used to travel to work and back.
I appreciate your recommendations.
As the topic states I'm looking for a recommendation for a mechanic in the East Rand to solve an issue on a ford Figo 1.4N/A duratec.
The issue arises when starting when the vehicle is cold, a general engine fault warning pops up on the dash and rpm is limited to around 1500rpm. If you leave the vehicle to idle for a few minutes and switch off and on it goes away and the car drives normally.
I have taken the car for a diagnostic scan and after identifying the error as air pressure sensor related, I changed the sensor but the issue remains.
I'm looking for a mechanic that can diagnose and solve the issue and preferably do it within a few days time as the vehicle is used to travel to work and back.
I appreciate your recommendations.
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Have you tried the Ford Dealer?
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Hi Lodi, speak to Yosh from Dark Artz. He is based in the east and should be able to assist.
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Thanks, I did speak to Yosh and unfortunately he won't be able to assist
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Lemme see who else is this side of the world. Will see what I can find out.Lodewyk wrote:Thanks, I did speak to Yosh and unfortunately he won't be able to assist
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Speak to Douglas at D-Tec Motors in Pomona - 072 642-1693
He always sorted my ST170.
He always sorted my ST170.
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Hey Bud,
My wife had a Figo some years ago and also had a very similar issue on hers. It was under warranty and they had replaced the TB for the issue to go away.
I cannot remember clearly the finer details but I do know it wouldn't rev up once a while when started therefore the TB was replaced. Hopefully that gives you some direction with regards to the issue you having.
My wife had a Figo some years ago and also had a very similar issue on hers. It was under warranty and they had replaced the TB for the issue to go away.
I cannot remember clearly the finer details but I do know it wouldn't rev up once a while when started therefore the TB was replaced. Hopefully that gives you some direction with regards to the issue you having.
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Thanks for the replies, I have booked the car in at Dtec today and hopefully they can resolve the issue. I will have a look at the throttle body as a possible culprit thank you
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Problem sorted?
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Just some feedback, Dtech replaced the map sensor was hell expensive but the problem still persists. Starting the car and manually revving it a bit seems to solve the issue though
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
That sucks. Did you take it back to him?
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Re: Mechanic Recommendation-Ford Figo
Yes took the car back. Issue was not resolved, sold it as is.