Ford Focus cant get over 60mph
Variant: Estate 1.8TDI
Model Year: 2001
Categories:
Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tyres
Hi, my car wont accelorate in 5th gear and will only get up to 60mph, is this a fuel filter problem, have heard reports it could have something to do with the tyres, is this possible, please help me, xxx
Posted: Apr 4, 2010 (14 years ago)
Don't know how tyres could cause fault . Could be fuel filter especially if not been changed for a while .
Posted Apr 4, 2010 (14 years ago)
has the engine management light been on as it may be in limp home mode
Posted Apr 4, 2010 (14 years ago)
there are no warning lights on the dash, just a very sluggish motor
Posted Apr 5, 2010 (14 years ago)
its the fuel pump and its gone into limp mode big problem with these
Posted Apr 6, 2010 (14 years ago)
ok so what the solution, is it a problem that i can sort if i buy the parts (not a mechnic) or is it easier to just take it to a garage, oh and thanku you all for all your help, xxx
Posted Apr 6, 2010 (14 years ago)
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