KNOWN FAULT · Ford

Battery, alternator wiring, clutch and rear suspension on the Transit Connect I

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Engine / equipment: First-generation Ford Transit / Tourneo Connect (1.8 TDCi and 1.8 petrol)
Period mentioned: 2002–2013
Symptoms: A battery that runs flat or does not charge; worn clutch and brakes; tired rear suspension; damaged locks.
Possible cause described: The RAC Drive guide considers the engines very rugged but reports problems with the batteries and the alternator wiring; in a work van, expect a hard-used clutch and brakes, tired rear suspension and damaged locks.
Check for the garage: Measure the charging voltage and check the alternator wiring; test the clutch on a hill; check the rear ride height and every lock.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Measure the charging voltage and check the alternator wiring; test the clutch on a hill; check the rear ride height and every lock.

What are the symptoms?

A battery that runs flat or does not charge; worn clutch and brakes; tired rear suspension; damaged locks.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Brands: Ford
Engine / equipment: First-generation Ford Transit / Tourneo Connect (1.8 TDCi and 1.8 petrol)
Period mentioned: 2002–2013

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