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Old 27-01-2021, 02:17 PM   #6181
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I have a 1997 Ford Transit 2.5 diesel. Great veh except for Engine Mgt unit which has retired. I got a reconditioned one but do not have an OBD scanner to read. Can anyone recommend a compatible scanner. All the ones I have seen do not go back that far.?? Any help much appreciated.. Den
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Old 28-01-2021, 09:36 AM   #6182
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Hi Folks, Im proud owner of 1999 Falcon Ute. First Falcon of my 70 years and enjoying learning about its quirks. We had trouble with the A/C but found it difficult to get a mechanic to look at it. So ended up goiung on a 800 km holiday trip when the temp went up to 42 degrees. Cuting it short I decided to attack the problem myself. Oh HELL. Taking the dash out is a nightmare - still one screw I simply cannot get to. I found my sledge hammer so about to see if that will work. I then decided I'd attack it from under the bonnet and am waiting on a guy to call in and catch the gas for me before I dislodge the pipes.
Anyway its a bit of a blast for me so I'll see how I go.

I have not been able to get a workshop manual for my model (manufactured July 1999 comercial) so any suggestions on sourcing a manual would be appreciated

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Old 28-01-2021, 11:00 AM   #6183
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Hi Folks, Im proud owner of 1999 Falcon Ute. First Falcon of my 70 years and enjoying learning about its quirks. We had trouble with the A/C but found it difficult to get a mechanic to look at it. So ended up goiung on a 800 km holiday trip when the temp went up to 42 degrees. Cuting it short I decided to attack the problem myself. Oh HELL. Taking the dash out is a nightmare - still one screw I simply cannot get to. I found my sledge hammer so about to see if that will work. I then decided I'd attack it from under the bonnet and am waiting on a guy to call in and catch the gas for me before I dislodge the pipes.
Anyway its a bit of a blast for me so I'll see how I go.

I have not been able to get a workshop manual for my model (manufactured July 1999 comercial) so any suggestions on sourcing a manual would be appreciated
Hi Bryce and welcome to AFF.

You'll find workshop manuals in the Tech Resources section (at the top of each page)

Also try the AU-BF Forum https://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=30 as well as the AU Falcon.com section https://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=241 in the Forum Community Car Clubs area
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Old 29-01-2021, 11:59 AM   #6184
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Hi All
Ive just purchased aa 2007 fiesta xr4.
Thought i would join the forum and share any tips and tricks i find and hopefully get assistance from the more experienced owners if needed.
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Old 31-01-2021, 01:56 PM   #6185
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Hi Ford fans - another newbie here - finally - I signed myself up on the USA forum yesterday, but that isn't unusual for an old fart.

I have been running Pajero's for a few years as a 'one car family outfit' and found them marvellous for towing the 2.9 ton van - absolute seamless gear changes and same punch as the Ranger, but longed all the time to get back to a ute. So now the better half has inherited her dad's vehicle I took the plunge on the Ranger early last year. Takes a bit of getting used to the bells and whistles and the extra gear change, but the only complaint so far is it gets a bit lopsided.

I shall post a query shortly.

Happy travelling to all - we are fortunate we have a lot of territory to run about in the west and we can still get to our favourite part of it - the kimberley - unreal country.

Cheers - Phil (Yep Phil 'n Jill on the Exploroz forum - Old Postie on Pajero forum - very modest contributors from lack of mechanical knowledge.)
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Old 01-02-2021, 03:06 PM   #6186
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Hi there , newbie from Tasmania here.
I have a 2010 mondeo tdci. Recently had the injectors and leak off pipes replaced due to a leak. The leak off valves keep popping out . Any ideas on how we can stop this .
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Old 01-02-2021, 03:54 PM   #6187
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I have a 2010 mondeo tdci. Recently had the injectors and leak off pipes replaced due to a leak. The leak off valves keep popping out . Any ideas on how we can stop this .
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Check out the Mondeo Forum......

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Old 01-02-2021, 05:45 PM   #6188
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Gday everyone,, Scott here from Albion Park NSW. I have a 2018 Everest Trend, 2 ltr bi turbo 10 speed auto diesel.
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Old 03-02-2021, 09:49 AM   #6189
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Hi there and thanks for letting me join.

Currently looking at purchasing a Ranger ute and keen to learn about what good and what you would need to look out for.

Any advise or links I should look at first would be a great help. The vehicle is for work and camping.
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Old 04-02-2021, 06:11 AM   #6190
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Hi Folks,
Thanks for letting me join as have had a soft spot for Fords with my father owning a 65 Galaxie with a 390 and learnt to drive in the family 302 4 sp XB Fairmont wagon.
Can someone please advise where the Buy /Sell section is ?
Thanks again a have a good one.
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Thanks for letting me join as have had a soft spot for Fords with my father owning a 65 Galaxie with a 390 and learnt to drive in the family 302 4 sp XB Fairmont wagon.
Can someone please advise where the Buy /Sell section is ?
Thanks again a have a good one.
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Hi Bam Bam and welcome to AFF.

The sales yard is at the bottom on the main page, however before anything can be posted for sale there you need a minimum 25 posts.
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Old 07-02-2021, 01:29 PM   #6192
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Old 08-02-2021, 06:20 AM   #6193
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Welcome to AFF Howard.
Hope someone has what you want.
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Old 08-02-2021, 07:54 PM   #6194
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hi guys im new here thought id join up and see if i can get some genuine imformation to keep my cars running100% as im new im just learning how to navigare my way atound the site so please bear with me
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Old 10-02-2021, 10:11 AM   #6195
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Hey guys and girls I’m new to the site I have a bf Series 3 2009 my 2nd Ford owned

I do have a issue with my falcon wagon my abs and traction lights are on the fault code is c1178 as it says:left speed sensor coherency fault
I have replaced the speed sensor and it didn’t fix it I’ve done a live data and both rear speed sensors are reading the same speed any help would be greatly appreciated

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Old 10-02-2021, 10:59 AM   #6196
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Gday gents,

Carl here, an ex-pat Yank living in Auckland. Recently had an early-onset midlife crisis and bought a 2021 Ranger FX4 Max and added a flat deck so that me and the lady can cruise around with our Tommy Camper on the back (you Aussie fellas sure know how to build an alloy camper).

Can't wait to get 'Flint' (our Ranger) into the bush!
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Old 10-02-2021, 06:15 PM   #6197
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G day
I found my demister flap in my SY TX not operating so started to dismantle bezel etc but turned back when it got too difficult,
Considering drilling a hole in the centre of the dash to access the flap.
Any ideas on a quick fix for broken flap/motor.?
Can later models have hin unit changed without removing dash?
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I found my demister flap in my SY TX not operating so started to dismantle bezel etc but turned back when it got too difficult,
Considering drilling a hole in the centre of the dash to access the flap.
Any ideas on a quick fix for broken flap/motor.?
Can later models have hin unit changed without removing dash?
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Welcome to AFF Ken, have you checked out the Territory Forums?

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Old 10-02-2021, 08:14 PM   #6199
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hi guys i have a very unusual problen with my ba,something id normally put down to wheel balance but its not that because ive had them balanced three times put the back wheels on the front no diference checked wheel bearings they ok checked rotos dito,this viabration coming through the steering wheel from about 65-70 klh then goes away at 100,took calipers off today everything was fine took it for a drive same thing still happening, any one ever had this problem oh and btw the cars never been in a prang so its nothing like that either,id be so grateful if any one can steer me in the tight direction
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Old 10-02-2021, 08:41 PM   #6200
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hi guys i have a very unusual problen with my ba,something id normally put down to wheel balance but its not that because ive had them balanced three times put the back wheels on the front no diference checked wheel bearings they ok checked rotos dito,this viabration coming through the steering wheel from about 65-70 klh then goes away at 100,took calipers off today everything was fine took it for a drive same thing still happening, any one ever had this problem oh and btw the cars never been in a prang so its nothing like that either,id be so grateful if any one can steer me in the tight direction
Wrong forum, this is the area for new members to introduce themselves.

You need the AU-BF Forum.

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Old 17-02-2021, 02:00 AM   #6201
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Hey there im looking for wiring diagrams and pinout of the printed circuit for the instrument cluster for ford F350 1978 /79 because all the ones I have found nothing matches up i have a 11wires plug to the cluster the ones i have found are for 14/18 wire plugs so i have come across some specs on these bits an pieces trucks i think the instrument cluster is out of a 1978/79 TE/TD Cortina an the steering column is out of a XD falcon so I need to identify the wires from the instrument cluster an the indicator switch an ignition switch so i can connect them to the new wiring harness i have any information would be greatly appreciated
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Old 17-02-2021, 04:52 AM   #6202
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Hi All,
Im Todd,from NSW Central Coast,ive been here before but along time ago,im hoping i can get some help or advice on a issue i have with my FG XR6,heres the run down.
Its done 218560 ks,i do the service on it,but until recently,i started to notice my transmission was acting strange,so i went against fords theory,saying its a non serviceable item,and wow,when i did it,it was dark brown to black,i had to replace the pan,as the genuine one had no sump nut,i got a new pan and filter in with it,and replaced it,with new fluid,all seemed ok when i started to drive it,but just before i did the changeing of the fluid i noticed that when driving say up and around the 70 to 80 k mark,it was going back into 3 or 2nd gear,once i put my foot down a bit more it would go back to 5th and eventually 6th.
So now that ive done the service on the tranny,nothing much has changed,i also was told that the fg came out with a factory fitted transmission cooler,so i need not worry about a milkshake,but what i am worried about is the transmission itself,its doing my head in,any ideas with whats going on,and if anyone else has had this happen to them,any feed back would be much appreaciated,todd.
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Old 17-02-2021, 01:30 PM   #6203
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Hey, I'm Sean. Just purchased my second falcon. It is a 1997 EL XR8 Falcon Option 20 (Ex police). It was an absolute mess when I got it, still is really..... I look forward to sharing the build/restoration with you all and hopefully learn a few things along the way. Can't wait to get stuck into it and some day drive it.
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Hey guys and gals my name is Stuart, first post and first ford ever. Bought a 2020 Everest with bi-turbo. Still waiting on it... But hope to get all the good info from you guys. Cheers
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Old 19-02-2021, 12:55 PM   #6205
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hey guys, first post here! I've got a 2001 AU Falcon Forte that i'm working on turning into the best forte in the district. A lot of things are planned (and i've got some stuff done too!) but there's a lot more to be done that's outside my scope. Well, i'm counting on you guys to help me make my dream a reality!
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New business venture underway and trying to remember what I posted years ago
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Hi All, Just joined up! I have a 2000 AU XLS ute (work car) and a 1963 XL Falcon currently being reassembled in my garage. Looking forward to seeing what everyone is involved with. Cheers Rob
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G'Day all . Haven't posted in here for many moon is there a site on here that shows how to upload pics and so on ?? Thanks
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