[matthewprice]

having problems with the engine managment  system putting engine into limp mode when reset at garage works fine but this isthe third time any one had this problem.2 year old 5000 miles thanks you for any ideas

[Rick Davis]

Have you got any cover on that from Fords?

Rickster

[BORBRYCE]

Mathew, it could be a million things mate and usually very difficult to diagnose on any vehicle even with proper modern equipment. A ford main dealer is your best option and if you are not under warranty, be prepared for a lot of hastle and a big bill.
I have just gone through all of this with my Combo and eventually had to sell because no one could fix the problem.
Ironically.......I'v just bought a Connect myself.

[Lee GLS]

having problems with the engine managment  system putting engine into limp mode when reset at garage works fine but this isthe third time any one had this problem.2 year old 5000 miles thanks you for any ideas

Take it to a diesel specialist, NOT FORD, any get them to plug it on to a fault code reader should say what the problem is.

[matthewprice]

still posibly under warrenty garage thought it might be dirt in fuel,gave engine a clean out took it for a high rev drive,worked .left it for an hour started fine ,god knows

[Lee GLS]

My mum had a fiesta that did this, turned out the fuel filter was blocked a d couldn't get enough fuel to the engine throwing up the EML

[matthewprice]

will try that thanks

[brianbarber]

Specialist auto electrician,
They are very good,
My connect had gauges going do lally, turned out was a damaged lead from battery to starter motor.


Mr B

[BORBRYCE]

Take it to a diesel specialist, NOT FORD, any get them to plug it on to a fault code reader should say what the problem is.

The problem with that is the misconception that a diagnostic fault code will tell you the problem.
Sure it will point the mechanic in the right direction but a good deal of detail has still to be searched for.
For example, the fault code may say fuel pump fault. However that is only where the fault is being electronically first picked up. The whole fuel system from tank to pump may have at least ten separate components, including internal tank gauges, connections, pipe lines, sensors, fuel pump and fuel pump modulator to name just a few. Not to mention airlock problems.
This is where a Ford dealer will have parts at the ready. Any other garage will be trial and error at great cost and time as parts have to be bought in and paid for after fitting, regardless weather it fixes the problem or not, it will be charged for. Main dealers will usually try these parts free until the correct part fixes the problem.
This is true of all makes, not just Ford.

[Lee GLS]

Sorry ronnie, but fords are rubbish. My as I said earlier, my mum had a problem with her tdci fiesta, kept going into limp mode and throwing the EML on, took it to for, plugged in on there diagnosit machine, what do you know, it needs a new fuel pump. My dad not happy with that because of the cost involved, took it to a imdipendent diesel specialist who also plugged it  their diagnostic equipment, saw thT it said pump, but also took the time to check the whole system and found that there wasn't enough fuel getting to the common rail, which turned out to be a blocked fuel filter.

Fords will only replace parts that the diagnostic equipment says are at fault, they don't have the common sence or skill to dig deeper to find out what the real fault is when most times it could be something inexpensive

[BORBRYCE]

A lot of sense in what you say there. But like us windies, you get good and not so good outfits.

[KS Cleaning]

Sure it is a 3 year warranty with ford,better trying to get it fixed for free.Do a Google search to see if this is a regular problem.

[rosskesava]

I had a remap of the ECD done for mine. Cost about £180 - ended up with better milage and better performance. It also sorts out all managment problems as it re programs the ECD.

With regards the fuel filter - that's worth a try even though fuel filter problems usually happen to start with when you put your foot down or as a 'stutter' when driving at speed. A new one costs about £25 and is simple to replace but don't forget that after filling up the new one with diesel before fitting, it may take a good few turns of the engine to get it to start.