Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi - 100,000 kms update at 14th Service

Johnnny · 22nd September 2015, 19:31

My blue oval reached 100,000 kms of mileage today

! Celebrations started!

FarPatel · 22nd September 2015, 20:39

Congrats Johnnny, on reaching this magic number today. How long did it take you to get there? I'm approaching 39K after 20 months.
Looks like you took this pic while driving at 60. Not very safe, in my opinion.

rohitnp · 4th March 2016, 12:03

I used to read this thread a while ago when I had a fiesta 1.4 petrol. Since I sold it in 2012, stopped following this thread. Now though I've been back and went through the whole thread once again. Reason being I am looking for a used Fiesta Diesel in the approx budget of about 3 L. This and other threads are giving me the confidence that I can take a 50-60K kms run fiesta to over 1L mark in the next 3-4 years. Just couldn' get over the fact that the old fiesta is a great car to drive, hence gravitating towards the fiesta over other options like the punto and other diesels. Will be looking for one in the coming weeks.

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Originally Posted by unni.ak

In fact need to update this thread with those details as well. Have been a little too lazy!

Yes, you definitely need to!

unni.ak · 11th March 2016, 12:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by rohitnp

I used to read this thread a while ago when I had a fiesta 1.4 petrol. Since I sold it in 2012, stopped following this thread. Now though I've been back and went through the whole thread once again. Reason being I am looking for a used Fiesta Diesel in the approx budget of about 3 L. This and other threads are giving me the confidence that I can take a 50-60K kms run fiesta to over 1L mark in the next 3-4 years. Just couldn' get over the fact that the old fiesta is a great car to drive, hence gravitating towards the fiesta over other options like the punto and other diesels. Will be looking for one in the coming weeks.

Currently at 1.25lac kms and running strong. Regular service is all I'm doing. You should be able to find good deals in and around 3lacs. Will update details soon.

rohitnp · 12th March 2016, 09:38

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Originally Posted by unni.ak

Currently at 1.25lac kms and running strong. Regular service is all I'm doing. You should be able to find good deals in and around 3lacs. Will update details soon.

Local mechanics talk about the fuel injectors failing on fiesta diesels. But I can't find anything on forums, specifically on the indian forums. There are some instances on foreign forums. Have you heard of anything like that?

unni.ak · 17th March 2016, 12:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by rohitnp

Local mechanics talk about the fuel injectors failing on fiesta diesels. But I can't find anything on forums, specifically on the indian forums. There are some instances on foreign forums. Have you heard of anything like that?

Nope, haven't heard of it at all. I dont recall hearing anything around it even by SAs.

silverblaze · 9th November 2016, 14:37

Hi Unni,

Its been a while since we heard about your Fiesta ! Mine has clocked around 1,30,000 now and recently got the GearBox beading and the radiator fan assembly changed. I am planning of changing my car very soon but in a fix as there is no other better handler available like the fiesta in the market. Any suggestions ?

Sunil Saride · 17th December 2016, 18:25

Hi Unni,

My fiesta 1.4 TDCi clocked 109,000km. No sign of Fuel injector problem. I getting my car serviced in Ford authorised network. Never heard from any Ford technicians and works managers about fuel injector failure in Ford Fiesta 1.4TDCi.

Thanks

sansvk · 17th December 2016, 22:16

Recently drove in a colleague's Ikon, it was my first ride in this car and was really surprised by the ride quality with ODO at just over 108000. The best part was the only major repair was with the AC vents, rest is all stock including the clutch. Felt good after reading through your review.

VikrantD · 28th December 2016, 14:53

Dear Unni,

Have been going through your thread for a while now and its very informative. Given your solid experience, I am sure you could help me on this one.

I am driving a 2013 Figo and am now at 90500 kms. My services were done earlier so the 1 lakh km service comes in at 95000. Lately I have been experiencing a mild whining sound on first start of the day. The sound disappears after driving a few kms. And then my car is parked at work all day. Same thing repeats in the evening. Any clue about this? Is this something to do with the exhaust system or the pulleys?

I believe the belts and the pulleys need to be replaced at the 1 lakh km mark for the TDCI. Surprisingly, nowhere in the manual does it suggest for a change. Anyways I will be changing it but just wanted to highlight the same. Would appreciate your help on this.

vnabhi · 28th December 2016, 17:23

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Originally Posted by VikrantD

Dear Unni,

I believe the belts and the pulleys need to be replaced at the 1 lakh km mark for the TDCI. Surprisingly, nowhere in the manual does it suggest for a change. Anyways I will be changing it but just wanted to highlight the same. Would appreciate your help on this.

I believe the drive and pulley belts need to be replaced at 60000 kms on the tdci. I got my Figo's replaced at 42000 clicks on the odo, just because one of the belts was going to be covered under extended warranty, and I'd have to pay around 7 k for the other. Do get your car checked up at Ford A.S.S.

VikrantD · 28th December 2016, 17:32

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Originally Posted by vnabhi

I believe the drive and pulley belts need to be replaced at 60000 kms on the tdci. I got my Figo's replaced at 42000 clicks on the odo, just because one of the belts was going to be covered under extended warranty, and I'd have to pay around 7 k for the other. Do get your car checked up at Ford A.S.S.

Thanks. The manual has been followed for all services. Service center never mentioned change of belts/pulley at 60K. What vintage are you driving? I am driving a 2013. Perhaps some changes !!!

Will have them inspect the car. Thanks.

vnabhi · 28th December 2016, 17:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by VikrantD

Thanks. The manual has been followed for all services. Service center never mentioned change of belts/pulley at 60K. What vintage are you driving? I am driving a 2013. Perhaps some changes !!!

Will have them inspect the car. Thanks.

Mine is of Sep 2012 vintage. A newer model came in the following month.

Kishen.padiyar · 9th August 2017, 15:27

A quick question to all the Fiesta TDCI owners following this thread. Has anyone tried Liqui Moly or any other fully synthetic oil? If yes what is the level of improvement that has been observed in terms of NVH or acceleration or FE?

I was told that Ford does not recommend engine flushing (oil flush) but want to hear if anyone here has done is during regular service or during a switch to synthetic from mineral or vice versa.

PS: Mine is a 2009 1.4 ZXi with 1,30,000 kms on the odo - recently picked up from one of my friends.

aspire · 19th October 2017, 17:56

Hi,

I have a 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4 Diesel EXI model. It has covered only 39000 Kms.

It is rarely used, maybe once or twice in a month. Today it was sent for the 40k service, the SA says that the rear both bearings are gone, and if not changed can take the Axel bearing with them too!!

He suggested to change them immediately and also change the tyres, infacr was very adamant on getting the tyres changed.

I am not in my hometown, so couldnt check myself, have asked the SA to change the bearings, which i know for a fact are gone, but he is insistent on changing the tyres too.

I have told him, that I will get the tyres changed, when I am there next, as I am not very convinced of this argument.

The car wont be used much, till the time I reach my hometown and check the tyres and maybe replace

Please advise.

Regards
Shailesh

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Johnnny BHPian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Chennai Posts: 105 Thanked: 179 Times	Re: Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi - 100,000 kms update at 14th Service My blue oval reached 100,000 kms of mileage today! Celebrations started! Attached Thumbnails
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FarPatel BHPian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Mumbai Posts: 260 Thanked: 362 Times	Re: Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi - 100,000 kms update at 14th Service Congrats Johnnny, on reaching this magic number today. How long did it take you to get there? I'm approaching 39K after 20 months. Looks like you took this pic while driving at 60. Not very safe, in my opinion. Last edited by FarPatel : 22nd September 2015 at 20:41.
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silverblaze BHPian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 64 Thanked: 67 Times	Re: Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi - 100,000 kms update at 14th Service Hi Unni, Its been a while since we heard about your Fiesta ! Mine has clocked around 1,30,000 now and recently got the GearBox beading and the radiator fan assembly changed. I am planning of changing my car very soon but in a fix as there is no other better handler available like the fiesta in the market. Any suggestions ?
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17th December 2016, 18:25	#323
Sunil Saride Newbie Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Bangalore Posts: 6 Thanked: 3 Times	Hi Unni, My fiesta 1.4 TDCi clocked 109,000km. No sign of Fuel injector problem. I getting my car serviced in Ford authorised network. Never heard from any Ford technicians and works managers about fuel injector failure in Ford Fiesta 1.4TDCi. Thanks Last edited by Gannu_1 : 29th December 2016 at 07:58. Reason: Removing mention of high speeds on public roads. Please avoid. Thanks!
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17th December 2016, 22:16	#324
sansvk BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 583 Thanked: 282 Times	Recently drove in a colleague's Ikon, it was my first ride in this car and was really surprised by the ride quality with ODO at just over 108000. The best part was the only major repair was with the AC vents, rest is all stock including the clutch. Felt good after reading through your review.
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28th December 2016, 14:53	#325
VikrantD BHPian Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Thane Posts: 99 Thanked: 27 Times	Re: Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi - 100,000 kms update at 14th Service Dear Unni, Have been going through your thread for a while now and its very informative. Given your solid experience, I am sure you could help me on this one. I am driving a 2013 Figo and am now at 90500 kms. My services were done earlier so the 1 lakh km service comes in at 95000. Lately I have been experiencing a mild whining sound on first start of the day. The sound disappears after driving a few kms. And then my car is parked at work all day. Same thing repeats in the evening. Any clue about this? Is this something to do with the exhaust system or the pulleys? I believe the belts and the pulleys need to be replaced at the 1 lakh km mark for the TDCI. Surprisingly, nowhere in the manual does it suggest for a change. Anyways I will be changing it but just wanted to highlight the same. Would appreciate your help on this.
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9th August 2017, 15:27	#329
Kishen.padiyar BANNED Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Bangalore Posts: 233 Thanked: 894 Times	Re: Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi - 100,000 kms update at 14th Service A quick question to all the Fiesta TDCI owners following this thread. Has anyone tried Liqui Moly or any other fully synthetic oil? If yes what is the level of improvement that has been observed in terms of NVH or acceleration or FE? I was told that Ford does not recommend engine flushing (oil flush) but want to hear if anyone here has done is during regular service or during a switch to synthetic from mineral or vice versa. PS: Mine is a 2009 1.4 ZXi with 1,30,000 kms on the odo - recently picked up from one of my friends.
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19th October 2017, 17:56	#330
aspire BHPian Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Lion City Posts: 266 Thanked: 188 Times	Re: Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi - 100,000 kms update at 14th Service Hi, I have a 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4 Diesel EXI model. It has covered only 39000 Kms. It is rarely used, maybe once or twice in a month. Today it was sent for the 40k service, the SA says that the rear both bearings are gone, and if not changed can take the Axel bearing with them too!! He suggested to change them immediately and also change the tyres, infacr was very adamant on getting the tyres changed. I am not in my hometown, so couldnt check myself, have asked the SA to change the bearings, which i know for a fact are gone, but he is insistent on changing the tyres too. I have told him, that I will get the tyres changed, when I am there next, as I am not very convinced of this argument. The car wont be used much, till the time I reach my hometown and check the tyres and maybe replace Please advise. Regards Shailesh
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