KNOWN FAULT · Ford

Dual-mass flywheel on the 2000–2006 Transit that ruins the starter motor

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Engine / equipment: Ford Transit VI 2.0 / 2.4 Duratorq diesel with dual-mass flywheel
Period mentioned: 2000–2006
Symptoms: Flywheel noise or knocking, vibration when starting and starter-motor failures (the pinion does not engage).
Possible cause described: The starter sits right below the dual-mass flywheel: filings from the worn flywheel fall onto the pinion, dry out its lubrication and jam it. That is why some starter warranty claims were rejected; Borg & Beck offers a solid-flywheel kit.
Check for the garage: If the starter fails, also check the flywheel and clean out the filings; when replacing the clutch, consider the solid-flywheel kit.
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.

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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?

If the starter fails, also check the flywheel and clean out the filings; when replacing the clutch, consider the solid-flywheel kit.

What are the symptoms?

Flywheel noise or knocking, vibration when starting and starter-motor failures (the pinion does not engage).

Which cars and years does it affect?

Brands: Ford
Engine / equipment: Ford Transit VI 2.0 / 2.4 Duratorq diesel with dual-mass flywheel
Period mentioned: 2000–2006

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