Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta questions and answers
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Q: ford fiesta?
just bought a ford fiesta and air bag light keeps flashing on n off wats the cause and how do i fix it thanks
A: as above also is it a standard steering wheel.common prob if after market wheel fitted.
Q: How do you connect and wire rear shelf speakers into ford fiesta?
I have a '96 ford fiesta which comes with no rear speakers. I want to put some on the parcel shelf, hopefully some 6x9s. I have an upgraded head unit so do i need to buy a seperate amp to power them? How do i wire them up and where would the wires go?
A: As long as you only have 2 speakers running off the deck already, you'll be fine running another set without an amp. If, however, you already have 4 speakers running off it, then you will have to pick up a 2 channel to run them.
As far as wiring goes, that comes down to you. You obvisouly have to get the wire from the speakers to the deck, so look around in the vehicle for a path. Usually you run the speaker wire underneath the carpet, by removing all the plastic trim, but you have to be careful because you can easily break the plastic if you pull too forcefully.
Once you have routed it to the rear of the stereo, you will want to find a manual for your specific stereo, and locate whichever two sets of speaker leads are not currently in use (they will usually be the same color). Splice them together and you are good to go.
Q: How can i find the code for my ford fiesta car radio for free?
I disconnected the battery on my car to fit a new horn and now the radio/cassette player is asking for a code which i don't have (wasn't in the docs when i brought the car)
The car is a P reg Ford Fiesta LX 1299cc and the radio is the standard Ford one, with just a cassette player and radio (my cd player gor stolen *sob*)
Is there anywhere on the inturwebs or anywhere else that i can get the code without paying for it (or paying very little if i must!?1!?)?
Do i need more info than this to get a code?
A: Take it to your local Ford Dealer.
I worked for dealers for years and we never charged anyone for unlocking their radio.
It's commonly held to be a "free" service. Don't make the mistake of assuming that the local dealer is your enemy, their not and they are willing to do things like unlock your radio to gain your business.
Q: Where can I get a copy a Ford Fiesta 2002 key?
I have lost my Ford Fiesta 2002 spare key, and now I only have one key. I want to make a copy, so how much is it going to cost me and where can I get it done. I already know I can get it done from a Ford dealership, but they will proberly charge too much, any other places? I'm from Leicester, UK.
The key does have a chip.
A: Go check out a lock smith if they dont have it in stock they can order it for yah or tell you where to go to get one. I have no clue if the 02 Ford Fiesta has a chip in the key I am guessing not. If there is no chip in the key the cost should be pretty reasonable. Usually the locksmith will pull out your ignition and make you a key from the key code. Without a chip I'm guessing under a 100 bucks. Just depends on their pricing.
Q: How much to repair a scratch on ford fiesta?
Managed to scratch 5-6 thin lines- some not even through the underpaint (white) and very slightly dent back wheel arch- on a ford fiesta (metallic painted). Been told it will cost £598 (taking 11 hours to repair). I feel i am being conned...what does anyone think?
unfortunately was a hire car so no option of doing repair myself!
A: i have my own bodyshop and have been painting cars for over 20 years. Without actually seeing the car it is not possible to give you a precise figure but i would imagine i could make the damaged area look like new for less than £300.
Obviously labour rates vary across the country but your quote does sound quite expensive. I'm based in East Midlands, if you're anywhere near then e mail me if you want further info.
Q: Is it worth paying to replace the head gasket on my Ford Fiesta?
Hi I have R reg (1998) Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec engine where I think that they head gasket. Ive been told that the this will cost 500-600 to repair. I have look on the parkers guide and the car should get from £500-£800 it has only done 68k miles. Do you think it is worth be paying for the repairs or should I try to trade in the car or scrap it?
A: I've had several Fiestas and they are good little cars, but unless you want to do the job yourself I would cut my losses and trade it for another car. I fear that this may well be the start of a maintenance nightmare
Q: how to change tail light of a ford fiesta?
I have a ford fiesta (P reg, quite old!) and last year one of my headlights went, I took it to a garage and it was easily fixed, so I think I could manage to change a rear tail light.
So how do I do that? Cheers
Thanks for the tips.
But I am guessing there is 2 bulbs in there? One brake light (shows when you use the brake) and another when you have your lights on.
So how do I know which one to remove?
A: open boot
remove plastic cover
expose 4 ten mmm nuts....undo them
after you remove the bulb unit that is held in place by 4 clips
Q: How do I tighten the handbrake on a N reg Ford Fiesta?
I have an N reg Ford Fiesta, Does anyone know how to tighten the handbrake cable?
A: All fiestas suffer hand brake probs, i expect the handbrake lever and self adjuster have seized in rear drums, so slacken cables first , strip out rear brakes , copperslip and re assemble ( do one side at a time so you can see how it goes back together) also grease rear bearings, then adjust cables . Haynes manual will help!
Q: How do you siphon petrol out of a new model Ford Fiesta?
I put approx. £50 worth of petrol in a courtesy car, a new model Ford Fiesta, and it's going back tomorrow.
I kind of begrudge letting them have my £50 of petrol, so figured i'd siphon it out and use in my own car- but there seems to be some kind of an anti- siphon function, because all I got was a mouthfull of petrol fumes.
Does anyone know how to do it? Is it even possible?
A: Most cars do have some kind of an anti- siphon function, a plate that prevents the hose from going all the way down. Not much chance unless you really want to work and drop the tank, or unhook a fuel line and use an electric pump to draw the fuel out.
So either drive the hell out of it, or let them have some fuel.
But you might also be responsible for returning the car with a full tank, or at the same level as when you received it.
BTW gas must be damn expensive over there to have gotten 50 into that little car.....
Q: How do you release seized rear drum brakes on a 1997 ford fiesta?
My mum's ford fiesta 1997 has been parked up for several months and now we've come to move it, the rear brakes seem to be stuck on. Any ideas how to release them.
Thanks
A: If the Fiesta is the same design as the Ford Focus here in the states, which I am pretty sure it is, the rear drums are held on by the large nut in the center under the dust cover, all the beating in the world is not going to remove them until the nut is removed, and the driver's side nut is probably left hand thread while the passenger side is right hand thread.
Q: What rear speakers do I put in a Ford Fiesta mk 4?
I need to put some rear speakers in my ford fiesta P reg, probably into the rear doors. What size etc do I need to use? And any recommendations?
A: iya boyf
Q: How much should it cost to get my front pads and discs changed on a Ford Fiesta?
Ive just been quoted £80.00 to have my pads and discs changed on my V Reg Ford Fiesta at a local garage , Does this price seem ok or am i being ripped off??
A: you could buy them for £30 and fit them yourself.....£80 isnt to bad.
Q: How can I advertise for someone to take over my car payments for an immaculate 2006 Ford Fiesta?
Im going to Africa to be an aid worker and I need to cease my car payments. The car is immaculate. 2006 Ford Fiesta. 5 door. Tinted windows. Alloy wheels. Cd Player. Air con. Any ideas or interest? How do I go about this?
A: a ford fiesta what the dooce! what kind of car is that ?
Q: How do you rate a Ford Fiesta?
I'm a 17 year old male who is going in for his trest next month and my uncle who sells cars has a Ford Fiesta I'm thinking of buying. But friends of mine says its abit of a girls car. How do you rate a Ford Fiesta? Do you think of it as a girls car?
A: Nah, its a inexpensive starter car that gets pretty darned good mileage. Just starting out you may not have so much money and won't spend like the others with there hotrod's for gas and tires.
Happy driving!!!
Q: How do i remove the oil cap on N reg ford fiesta lx?
Hi how all, i Have a ford fiesta lx and can't figure out how to remove the oil cap, any ideas? Many Thanks
A: push down and twist to the left, or just twist to the left, idk have to see it myself :)