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12-04-2014, 10:20 PM | #631 | ||
T-Series Club Member Vic
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Hoses to and from the engine cooler fitted to the 220 and 250kw AU's are prone to rubbing against the crossmember and wearing through. I recently sourced a more flexible replacement as this happened to me and have posted the quotes for people to use if they like. Quite well priced at the time and the supplier is able to mail if that's what people want. Quotes for both black kevlar/nomex braided (black is the more flexible option) and steel braided silver here: http://fordforums.com.au/showpost.ph...&postcount=166
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16-04-2014, 12:54 PM | #632 | ||
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Gents, I have an AUII and the central locking failed...I replaced the failed gear assembly and it works fine...but... now the key won't lock or unlock the unit...any clues???
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16-04-2014, 08:35 PM | #633 | ||
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16-04-2014, 11:14 PM | #634 | ||
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sounds like the link rod that comes off the lock barrel was removed but not refitted?? If the key turns in the lock then that's it - if it doesn't turn then it was maybe refitted incorrectly. (Probably should be on it's own thread this question)
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16-04-2014, 11:23 PM | #635 | |||
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22-04-2014, 01:39 PM | #636 | ||
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Just booked in for a Cat.Back exhaust system to be fitted.I've been quoted $420,$395 & I'm getting it done for $340.Which includes the 2 lengths;1/with small box & big box & 2nd with small box.With the rusted out holes that have made it sound like a V8 it's been losing power & fuel economy.Hopefully they will improve with new system.
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22-04-2014, 04:16 PM | #637 | ||
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30-04-2014, 08:22 AM | #638 | ||
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Anyone have had problems with heater valves? mine is leaking from it but not sure if the valve is cracked or the hose is worn. Will check later tonight.
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30-04-2014, 08:49 AM | #639 | ||
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Thanks bloke, but the rods are connected and work if I fudge it. How do I make this as it own thread?
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30-04-2014, 08:50 AM | #640 | |||
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cheers, Maka
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30-04-2014, 09:54 AM | #641 | |||
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Mine cracked a few years ago and it went from a tiny leak to a huge one just by touching it. It was one of a few cooling system components that leaked when the engine was running hot due to retarded ignition timing (15% due to a slipped harmonic balancer). |
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30-04-2014, 10:49 AM | #642 | |||
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05-05-2014, 02:07 PM | #643 | ||
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My AU Wagon hasn't got any leaks now after fixing them.New exhaust($352 with 2 new rubbers),battery,rego paid.I'll get 2 new tyres on the back then the front.But if I keep to the speed limit & watch out for red-light cameras etc.It's all cool cruising in this beaut.weather that's just starting.
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09-05-2014, 12:27 PM | #644 | ||
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Gidday lads,
Was losing coolant slowly on my 230K AU S3 Sedan Petrol then swapped with new oem reservoir cap and leaking has gone. Thought it might be hairline crack on radiator or hoses but coolant fluid level stays constant when totally cool and no need for topping it off. |
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10-05-2014, 07:33 PM | #645 | ||
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Sad to stay I found some rust behind tail lights, holes into boot space.
Not sure if connected, but globe holder for right rear tail lights was also snapped off, wondering if holder rubbef / vibrated into rust hole edges.
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04-06-2014, 11:09 AM | #646 | ||
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Airbag error code "33" (in non passenger airbag Forte). Fixed by replacing original 3 Ohm resistor with a 10 Ohm unit.
Rear LHS passenger seatbelt retractor not working. Fixed with silicon spray. Front power windows biding/sticking. Fixed with silicon spray. Brake light switch failure. Fixed with replacement Tridon switch from SuperCheap. |
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17-08-2014, 06:38 PM | #647 | ||
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Hi guys this is my first post on here and I'm the new owner of a au falcon ute xl 2001 .
I got the ute with a transmission fault!!!!! (But it was cheap). So first question: what could be the problem????? It drives but clunks and jumps in and out of gear and slips... Ive topped the transmission oil up but that didn't work so apart from new box what else could it be???? Any advise would be great guys witty |
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17-08-2014, 06:45 PM | #648 | ||
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stuffed solenoid, but those vary in price from about $80 each i think is the cheapest up to about $240
Have you serviced it yet?, you should service it so you can inspect the oil condition, and if anything is in there like bits of the clutch packs etc...and metal A scan will reveal if you have a faulty solenoid. The neutral safety switch is also known to cause a bit of havoc in the btr's |
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17-08-2014, 11:15 PM | #649 | ||
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Be sure to keep us up dated with all the problems you find with your holden...
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17-08-2014, 11:24 PM | #650 | ||
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May be too late but put the key in the ignition, turn to access, depress the demister button 3 times in 5 secs, press the door lock button on the remote...the buttons will cycle up and down a couple of times, and thats it
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18-08-2014, 09:32 AM | #651 | ||
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As i have just purchased a AU XR6 SERIES 3, dec 2001, the info on here was so welcomed and informative...at the moment, the power windows are on the blink but i know how to fix them, boot struts arent on the car, and it looks like the brakes/rotors need to be replaced. But otherwise the car is brilliant..thanks for the info from all those that have or had an AU.
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18-08-2014, 10:57 AM | #652 | ||
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yeah pulling apart the AU window buttons is par for the course, i did all mine a year or so ago and it fixed them for the most part - also replacement buttons aren't that expensive at the wrecker
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18-08-2014, 12:42 PM | #653 | ||
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would have thought ford would have solved that little problem by series 2....
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18-08-2014, 12:53 PM | #654 | ||
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nope, lasted through all series
if it aint not broke, don't fix it :P
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18-08-2014, 01:50 PM | #655 | ||
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Also, throughout all the posts..seems the power windows and the brakes/rotors were the main problem..seems to me that the driver is to blame for the rotors, as i have never had to replace one ever..methinks we have alot of lead foots here..lol
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18-08-2014, 01:55 PM | #656 | ||
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the problem is not with the drivers, it's a design flaw - i've owned 13 Falcons and they have all warped, except for the one i have now but it only has 12,700KM on it at the moment so give it time. Also has bigger brakes than any of the others being a Turbo so i'll wait and see. My AUs brakes are warped and are terrible from high speed braking situations.
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18-08-2014, 02:31 PM | #657 | ||
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Well maybe you have just proved my point, as i have never had it happen to me, as i have had a few fords through my life time, but then i have never thrashed my fords, and all ways allow for a proper stopping distance, unlike some whom i have driven with and try to stop on the dot. Or maybe you have just been unlucky..
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18-08-2014, 07:31 PM | #658 | ||
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Got my report/rwc today and
rear tyres are miss matched boot lid no strut rear brake lights dont work....had that done immediately..$30.. headlights are blue..not legal. tint is coming off 1 window passenger side power windows do not work park lights do not work rotors need machining lh number plate light no workee rear stubaxle rubbers perished no horn...... jax quick fit are doing the rotors and tyres for me tomorrow... |
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18-08-2014, 07:36 PM | #659 | |||
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18-08-2014, 07:40 PM | #660 | ||
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hey, fair enough..not trying to disprove, actually i wondered about the water on the open brakes/rotors when i was washing the car.
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