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thanks this is a great thread
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14 Underwood Ave Botany NSW 2019 9700-0880 Aaron has taken over this area. Cheers Steve
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MainLube - Extreme Lubricants For Overdriven Machinery Mainlube 175 Synthetic Race Oil SAE 10w60 (engine) Mainlube 154 Synthetic Solid Boundary E P Gear Oil SAE 75w80 (gearbox) Mainlube 154 Synthetic Solid Boundary E P Gear Oil SAE 75w140 (diff) www.Mainlube.com.au |
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Liqui Moly have an oil which meets WSS-M2C 913 C called Leichtlauf Special F 5 W-30 The Australian importer isn't importing it yet. |
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I did an oil change today on the GF's 3/2007 Focus today and could not find the power steering fluid reservoir. It has 'Dura Tec He' on top of the engine if that helps to identify where it might be? I was a bit confused with which filter to use as Ryco Z632 was listed as equivalent to Motorcraft AFL4. I used Penrite fully synthetic HPR 5 5W 40. Not only could I not find the power steering reservoir, but it was extremely difficult seeing the oil level on the dipstick. Am I going blind?
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The power steering reservoir is under the right headlight.
I use Motorcraft AFL4 as well. |
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Join Date: Oct 2006
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If your local mechanic has put the sump plug on to tight, use a rattle gun to get it off. They have probably done it up with a rattle gun if they are lazy. for those in melbourne elfoil and total oil have a direct shop on south gippsland hwy near katoomba and motorsport
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According to them they are now started importing Leichtlauf Special F 5W-30, which has that specific compatibility. The oil is currently available through this website https://thecarcarestore.com.au/item_....php?code=3853 and hopefully soon from your local auto store. |
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You should start a new thread for the GDI engine in the LW Focus. |
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That oil would suit the HE engines as well...
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Hi guys, I have the new 2012 1.6 litre Focus Ambiente. The manual says to use oil that meets the WSS-M2C945 spec. I think this spec refers mainly to the 2.0 litre petrol and diesel engines. Since my engine is exactly the same as the 1.6 Fiesta duratec engine, can I use any 5w-30 oil or any oil that meets WSS-M2C913 whick works for fiesta ?
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#103 | ||
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Hi, can antone tell me how to change the oil filter in a 2010 LV focus diesel.
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Its a messy job! It is an internal filter inside a plastic container at the front of the drivers side of the motor,
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Thanks. seen , its got what look like 2 locking clips on it . do need to remove them before i unscrew it.
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That one sounds like the fuel filter housing if it has tube running in and one out toward the top of the motor its the fuel filter housing. Look to the right and down about half way down the front of the engine Needs a big socket to undo the top as it screws, Be careful as I do not know how much abuse the plastic will take.
It has a "O" ring on the cap. |
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1982 Ford XE Falcon 351
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Perth, WA
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Turns out the ford mechanic that did our last oil change completely stripped the sump bolt.
So how and where can I get a replacement? Had a quick look on ebay but not sure which one would work.... |
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1982 Ford XE Falcon 351
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Perth, WA
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Well I just went to my local dealer $38.
I don't think that is 'not expensive'. In fact, its probably why ****head Ford is going out of business. |
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An update on the approved oils situation...
Well I recently had the car serviced and this is the first time I've used the Ford WSS-M2C 913-C approved Liqui Moly Leichtlauf Special F 5W-30 It's certainly no worse than the Ford WSS-M2C 913-B approved Liqui Moly Leichtlauf Special 5W-30 that I was using before it, and it seems that power at low revs is a delivered smoother. Engine doesn't seem to labour as easily such as when going slow over speed humps or when I'm a bit slow on the clutch taking off. Anyway decided to have a look around at what is now available on the market and noticed that the Penrite HPR 5 (5W-40) Full Syn now meets Ford WSS-M2C 913-B. Being 5w40 this oil should offer better protection in hotter climates, especially our summers... and this oil should be readily available at any Autobarn or Supercheap which is a big plus in my books Have also found the Ford WSS-M2C 913-C approved AnglomOil Roadmaster GEO 550F is quite readily available around Sydney but only in 20 litre drums =\ However... I decided to enquire into Total oils again since my experience using Elf oils has been positive and good news! I have been emailing to and fro with the NSW distributor for Total oils and the Ford WSS-M2C 913-C approved Total Quartz 9000 Future NFC 5W30 can now be ordered in! The oil is available in a box of 3 x 5litre bottles for $149.82 plus gst and free delivery in Sydney metro which is a lot less per bottle than I'm currently paying for the Liqui Moly. They're waiting for stock but I think I will buy some. Since I do changes at 7,500km I'll get through them pretty quickly but if anyone around western Sydney wants some I'll be happy to let go of a bottle or 2 |
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Slightly off-topic, what is the oil requirement for a 2010 XR5?...will a 5/30 oil do the trick here?
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I just bought a 2014 Focus Sport with the 2L Duratec - I have 4 or 5 bottles of Castrol Edge 5W-30, is this fine for the car (I'd like to do oil changes ever 6 months and at 3000km)? The Castrol website recommends Castrol Magnatec 5W-30.
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Edge should be fine, full synthetic.
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Use the following oil it fully meets Ford's spec: http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/onl...ecommendations |
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#116 | ||
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Join Date: Sep 2013
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Is it necessary to put both the front and the rear of the car on stands for oil change? If only the front is on stands, will some of old oil still be trapped unflushed?
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Possibly yes. But by putting just the front of the car up on jack stands, you could also argue that the car is tilted back towards where the oil exits through the sump drain hole, which is rearward facing.
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Centrefold Lounge
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I've always just jacked up the front of the car and put it on stands
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#119 | |||
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Hi rand0mn00b, how are you finding the ELF oil ? is it better or comparable to liquid moly and could you tell me where in sydney you are buying them from, that price is pretty good, thanks. |
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SYNPOWER FE 5W-30 SynPower FE 5W-30 is a premium full synthetic engine oil designed for use in modern Ford engines with the intent to reduce exhaust emissions and improve fuel efficiency calling for Ford WSS-M2C-913-D, C, B and A. Also suitable for other passenger cars where ACEA A5/B5 or API SL/CF is recommended. or SYNPOWER ENV C2 5W-30 Valvoline SynPower ENV C2 is a premium fully synthetic engine oil specifically designed for use a catalyst compatible oil in Light Duty Diesel vehicles with DPFs, SCRs and petrol engines with 3 way Catalysts. Service Refill Capacity: 4.3* Litres
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