Ford Fiesta suspension rear

Car: Ford Fiesta
Variant: 1300cc mk4
Model Year: 1996
Categories: Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tyres
just bought a ford fiesta mk4 wen got ppl in back of car the wheels catch on archs so im just wondering if its the rear bushes that need changed cnt go shopping either put things in boot and it catches does anyone have any ideas please
Posted: Jul 31, 2010 (14 years ago)
Assume it's the correct wheels for car ? If it's too low at back , check springs / shocks .
Posted Jul 31, 2010 (14 years ago)
check shock absorbers for leaks
Posted Jul 31, 2010 (14 years ago)
erm checked suspension no leaks but ive got 15" wheels on ma car cud this be the problem ?
Posted Aug 1, 2010 (14 years ago)
Did you check for broken rear springs? Also has it had suspension lowered ? Check the wheels have clearance and are the correct ones for car .
Posted Aug 1, 2010 (14 years ago)
id say 15 inch wheels are to big for vehical but check with main dealer to make sure
Posted Aug 1, 2010 (14 years ago)

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