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Mine had exactly the same problem. It was picked up during the PDI - apparently there is a "bendy" bend to fit reinforced hose which was rubbing against something and needed to be replaced! :shock: Andy

Mastertech, if you could post some pictures of a problem EGR compared to the new model, Id be really keen to see the difference and see what the little blighter actually looks like! Andy

Cheers Mastertech, :wink: They did it for me yesterday while it was in getting the new EGR fitted, andy

Im a straight, happily married guy but Ive never seen so much of another fellas knob before...... I wont sleep tonight, its so shiny :roll: Andy

Here you go mate - the lockwoods are superb quality. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Lockwood-Door-Sil ... dZViewItem Andy

Mines definitely the modded part - its a 2005 (55) model. Hope yours keeps playing the game Onslowe. I know of several people who have older C Max 2.0tdcis and have had no EGR problems at all! Andy

Picked up the car this afternoon following fitting of the new EGR..... :D Runs great, a massive improvement! Time will tell, but on first impressions, Im very happy! Hopefully, this will be the last post I need to make on EGR problems, as it has been the bain of my life for the past 8 months. Of course, being British, I now need something else to moan about.......Creaking door seals anyone??? Thanks to Mastertech for all the help/advice, made me wait for the new EGR and saved me making the mistake of changing cars when mine broke down for around the 15th time! Andy

Cheers guys, that answers my questions. Im due to get my car back this afternoon and judging by your responses, this should be an end to my problems! Mastertech, keep up the good work - it annoys me to see the battles people bring you into. I appreciate you must have brand loyalty, but also appreciate you telling it like it is and giving us the info to take to our dealers, saving on arguments and wasted time, Nice one mate :wink: Andy

Mastertech, Im delighted at the information you post on this forum, it really helps when trying to get faults diagnosed at the dealers. I have one question though - no faults of the EGR in 3 months of production is fine, but my concern is...what about faults in cars that have had the problems and now had the new EGR fix? Mines in the garage now to get done. Im fairly confident that it will be an end to my woes, but looking around the posts on this forum, its a little confusing...people saying they have had the fix and it hasnt worked? However, on investigation it seems they maybe didnt actual

:shock: I was hoping for something more permanent! Andy

Anyone ever manage to get theirs sorted? Mine still pops up whenever I go on the motorway and Ive not heard anyone mentioning theirs recently. If anyone got it fixed, what was done? Thanks Andy

apparently so!!!!!!!! :roll: Anyway, just got off the phone from my dealer, dealt with the dealership manager who seems to be the man that can make descisions (Mr Reid of Perrys Ford High Wycombe - definitely the man to deal with). He agrees that my EGR needs replacing and is ordering a new one. Fingers crossed this time next week (assuming the EGRs aren't on back order - mastertech any idea off the top of your head?), my problems should be solved and I can forget any thoughts of changing to a Fiesta ST. I was really lovin the Fiesta after driving one, but I just dont know if I could li

?????? I seem to remember you directed me to CD41?? Anyway, after having it installed, there was a definite difference in that the you could hear the EGR clicking to clean itself when the car was turned off. However, with the re-emergence of the problem, I cant hear the click anymore! the valve must be gunked up pretty badly! Andy

Just to get back on track with this post..... After my 2.0tdci running great following the installation of CD41, I thought my ridiculous amount of EGR problems were over....... Anyway, 2 months after the software "fix", the EGR is back up to its old tricks. :evil: I can honestly say, that in 20 years of car ownership, this is the best driving car I have ever owned, but the most unreliable bar none. I now have to go into my local Ford garage which means trying to get a couple of hours off work, just to convince them to order me a remodelled EGR. Then more time off work for them to fi

Nice one mate, Im loving the colour. I wish it was available when I ordered my 2005 focus in Jeans Blue. Hope you dont need to visit the garage too often! Regards Andy

Mastertech, if you looked at my original post, it was on 8 Jan :shock: , a while before Ford had released any kind of software fix. Following your advice, sometime later CD41 was released and seemed to cure my problems! Andy

Cata-tonic, Got the jetex today, thanks mate, that was very, very good of you. :wink: If you are not loving the Phaeton, I know of someone who has a 2.0TDCi Ghia, pretty standard, apart from an upgraded shiny knob (yes I know) 17" OZ Star Alloys, Sony 6CD and Darkened Zetec headlights - With a Jetex filter being fitted at the weekend :D If you give me a couple of grand, I will take your Phaeton off you as a P/X against mine, but only if you fill it up first!!!!!!! :D Thanks again mate, Andy

I would have thought the lack of visibilty in your rear view mirror would have been a clue............ :lol: Sorry mate, I sympathise - I had big problems with my EGR from brand new. However, touch wood, since CD41 was installed and the EGR parameters reset, shes been runnin like a good un! Andy

IMHO, having owned 5 x tdci (mondeo, fiesta, 2 x old focus and now a 2.0tdci focus new shape) and 1 x tdi (focus), I would have to say the tdci is the best for driving, performance and refinement. However, the TDi was the best for economy and reliability. Its up to you, but on balance, I would go for a TDCi - newer technology and a good bit of oommph for overtaking :wink: However, if that isnt a factor and you want maximum mpg with a bit less power and old technology - then go for the tdi. Andy

You dont need to remove the door cover for the wing (door) mirror - the bolt holding it on is under the tweeter cover. Changing the mirror is an easy DIY job, takes around 15 mins total. andy

Andy, Dont be too upset - I had EGR problems when I first got mine, also the ongoing windscreen rubber problem detailed above ( a minor issue). The EGR issues now seem to be sorted. The car is now running superbly - very quick and fun to drive on long runs, economical, roomy, comfy, relaxed in 6th on the motorway, etc. As has been said lots of times, people generally just populate this site if they have problems and are looking for solutions - they dont generally post to say how happy they are... Im sure you will love the car, especially when you are cruising along at 60 and some

Has anyone ever got a permanent fix sorted for this? Mines loose, I dont know wether to glue it down or wait for first service in October............and get Ford to glue it down :wink: Andy

Its Jeans blue! (the picure above!). Mines the same colour! :wink: Andy

I agree with Eric17, Id love to blame the missus :oops: , but it was my fault. Did exactly the same thing, reversed out of the garage and bang! Easy to fit a new mirror and my painted cover also survived! Andy

Id go 4 no1. No 2 is kinda old hat nowadays and no3 looks cheap! Just my opinion! Andy