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1944screen | 07:33 Thu 21st Aug 2014 | Motoring
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How easy is it to set TDC on a 2006 Fiesta,which has a 1200cc engine.Mick
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Look for the timing marks on the lower pulley, position it with the notches in the housing, take off No1 lead, take out plug 1, get a timing light & see if it lights up, If no Timing light, just use a long thin screwdriver or a torch to see when plug No1 is at T.D.C.
out of interest why do you need to know this ?
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Hi Chas,the reason is I might have to change the water pump.
What has the water pump to do with the Timing 1944?
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According to the manual it's now part of the timing belt change.In fact on my model the tensioner is bolted to it.
many techs advise changing w/pumps when doing cam belt changes , not always advised by the manufacturers but certain models are prone to w/pumps failing and as you are halfway into the job with the belts its a good precaution to change the pump at the same time.
Im assuming this is a zetec engine ? if my memory is correct you will also need a camshaft locking tool, also there is a tool(pin) to lock the crank in the correct position.
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You are right Chas,I just wondered if there was an easier foolproof way.Thanks everbody

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