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ford focus 1.6 tdci 2007
have just changed the fuel filter the car will not start took the fuel line off leading to the fuel filter no fuel is getting through any ideas
Answers
Fill the new filter with diesel.
If it does not go (and keep going) after turning over 30s, tow start it.
If it does not go (and keep going) after turning over 30s, tow start it.
21:26 Sun 18th Dec 2011
common problem with late Ford diesels, what should be a simple job turns into a nightmare...doesnt matter how long you turn it over for it wont start !!!
You have to suck the fuel through from the tank, there is a special tool but most garages use a brake fluid bleeder to do it (inc Ford dealers) If its any consolation you are not the first and wont be the last to get caught out i have even seen qualified mechanics come unstuck and have to ring a dealer, many Ford dealers end up with one or two of these towed in each week for them to solve the problem.
You have to suck the fuel through from the tank, there is a special tool but most garages use a brake fluid bleeder to do it (inc Ford dealers) If its any consolation you are not the first and wont be the last to get caught out i have even seen qualified mechanics come unstuck and have to ring a dealer, many Ford dealers end up with one or two of these towed in each week for them to solve the problem.