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Hi I've removed the passenger side roof trim on our MK7 Fiesta because there is still a leak into the boot and ive found these gaps which may be the cause. What do you think would be best to seal these cracks with before i get some more adhesive strip to reattach the trim?

Hi we have a 2011 Fiesta mk7 and I've noticed that when the ignition is turned off, the radiator fan vibrates for a few seconds. It only seems to do this if the AC was on though. I've tried to attach a video but its the wrong file type and probably doesn't do it justice but you can see the fan...

Hi our front door unlocks but it seems to catch when we open it, on closer inspection it looks like the 2 hooks on the multi point locking mechanism aren't fully retracting, like they do on the patio door which is also upvc. I've lubricated the rail but it doesn't seem to have helped much, if I...

Hi everyone, I have a mk2 focus that *occasionally* makes when heck of a clunk when changing gear, I think from 1st to 2nd. I've heard that this could be an engine mount that needs replacing, particularly the "dog bone" mount. Thing is, where is this mount? Is it likely to be something like this...

Hi we have an Mk7 Fiesta, 1.25 petrol, with the engine warning light on and a P0302 code when I plug my reader in. I've swapped out the spark plugs, ignition leads and coil pack to no avail. A garage did a compression test for me which was OK, and got some petrol system cleaner to put in the...

Hi I've just replaced the old fill valve which was falling apart and making a loud noise in the upstairs loo. Replacing the valve went well, however the isolation valve, which a quick Internet search seems to be an Armitage Shanks one in the picture below, about 10cm tall. It's leaking...

Hi do you guys have any recommendations on good & reliable brands of boot gas struts for a 2009 Ford Focus? I replaced them both a few years back with NitroLift ones but one of them has started to leak, annoyingly outside the 2 year warranty period. Any thoughts?

Hi does anyone have any experience of replacing the two rubber bump stops on the boot of an mk2 Ford Focus? The part number is 1354972. Its an 09 Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec. It looks like each is held one with two bolts but each has a small circular hole in the centre in which no bits seem to fit. Do...

Hi I've just had a new Greenstar 30i fitted, can someone tell me if it is OK to have the external vent/plume fitted facing upwards at 45 degrees? Won't rain get into this? I've also noticed now they've left that they've fitted TRVs on all the new radiators meaning that every single rad in the...

Hi guys, I have a Fiesta 11 reg, fitted with 195/55 R 15 tyres. I have a spare tyre in the boot rather than the sealant stuff, it is a 175/65 R 14. In the event of a flat tyre and having to change one of the tyres, would this be suitable to replace and get me home until I can get to the garage...

Hi I've just changed the oil on my 1.6 09 petrol Focus with 5w30 a1 magnatec. The oil that came out was black as per usual and I had to leave it draining overnight because the light faded on me before I could finish it. When I filled it back up this morning the dipstick is showing the oil to be...

Hi does anyone know what the correct Bosch spark plug is for a 11 plate 1.25 petrol fiesta mk7 - looked on the euro car parts site and Halfords and it suggests HR 8 MCV+. I've tried the NGK TRB13B in my 09 1.6 petrol Ford Focus but they seem to have a black sooty deposit on them when I replace...

When I say floppy I mean it doesn't return to the centre when you put it in neutral so it is easy to try to put it in 5th rather than 3rd or reverse instead of 4th. Is this a possible DIY fix or more of a garage job? Anyone else had this problem and what was the solution? Thanks

Hi the wife has a W-reg 1.3 Fiesta which over the last few months has developed a rather irritating starting problem. Quite often it will rev when the engine is started up and then down, sometimes then stalling unless the ignition key is kept turned. It cycles up and down up to five or six times...

Hi we've just had our ensuite ripped out and replaced. The only things that are left are to paint it, put a vinyl floor down and change the light fitting. Currently there is a single pendant light with a 60W bulb and glass light shade that I can only describe as being a tribute to the 80s...

Hi just a quick question. I have an old fridge freezer which is playing up and soon to be replaced. Is it advisable to get an electrician to replace it and fix up the wiring or can I just swap it like for like? I'm used to replacing sockets so I'm sure I can do it i'm just a bit worried about...

Hi I have a fiesta mk4 1.3 petrol. When I start the car, it very often revs not only when the engine starts but a couple of times afterwards (so three times in total). It's done this for the last week and one time cut out after only doing it the once. Has anyone else had this? I've had a...

Hi I'm thinking of buying a second hand 4-5 year old Focus 1.6 petrol - but I'm not clear of the difference between models. Style and Zetec seem to be the most commonly available. Please can someone explain the differences between the two? I believe the Titanium is the highest spec so probably...

Hi I posted on here a while back about the rear wiper intermittently working and the rear window heater never working on a W reg mk4 1.3 fiesta. Well today I've taken the trim off inside the boot and accessed the earth point - was a bit corroded so cleaned it up with some wire wool and...

Hi I've ripped out the mouldy plasterboard in our shower cubicle and I'm going to fit either Aquapanel or Tilebacker in its place with a new tray and doors. Has anyone had any experience of using these products? Which is the best and are they easy to cut? The Aquapanel I can only find in Wickes...