Common Problems with the AU??

[Maka]

Originally Posted by TRAU BLAU

p.s.Is that a mean looking ROCKY(Sylvester Stallone["Italian Stallion"])your emblem?

That's the Ultimate Warrior from WWE, he was a legendary old school US wrestler. 280 pounds of pure muscle in his prime. He was one of the best ever!

cheer's, Maka

[TRAU BLAU]

Originally Posted by Maka

That's the Ultimate Warrior from WWE, he was a legendary old school US wrestler. 280 pounds of pure muscle in his prime. He was one of the best ever!

cheer's, Maka

Cheers Maka,I want to put up a pic/symbol on my name but havn't figgered out yet how to do it!Can you take an image off a mobile?Den

[Maka]

Originally Posted by TRAU BLAU

Cheers Maka,I want to put up a pic/symbol on my name but havn't figgered out yet how to do it!Can you take an image off a mobile?Den

Not sure mate, I did mine on a pc, I just used the edit avatar feature that's in user cp on the top bar on the screen. Browse the net for a photo, download it to your pc or maybe mobile phone? then follow the instructions to install. Good luck!

cheer's, Maka

[xyfalcon383]

Hi guys i just purchased a series 3 xr8 it has low kays only 140,000 Looking through the reciepts i noticed it's had the heads recoed new valves the works. Seems a bit strange for such low kms has anyone else had to have their heads recoed ?

[mcfly94]

May have dropped a valve after breaking a valve spring, a couple people have broken valve springs before.

[xyfalcon383]

Originally Posted by mcfly94

May have dropped a valve after breaking a valve spring, a couple people have broken valve springs before.

Ok so it's not completely uncommon for these Engines ?

[mcfly94]

Originally Posted by xyfalcon383

Ok so it's not completely uncommon for these Engines ?

nope happened on t3's too

[xyfalcon383]

Originally Posted by mcfly94

nope happened on t3's too

Cool was wondering if i bought a lemon.

[BOTTLEDUP]

The AU V8 was also notorious for noisy valve guides, several had cylinder head repairs whilst still under warranty, it is alleged Ford used a very tight valve stem seal to reduce oil consumption and improve emissions, and this was the cause of the excessive wear.

[xyfalcon383]

How have people fixed a 6 stacker that wont take cd's ?

[Silver']

I did this...


But these forum sponsors did used to offer repairs on them. Worth a try?
http://www.aslautomedia.com.au

[xyfalcon383]

Hi guys my auto in my xr8 wont select gears when cold free revs eventually it will end up getting a gear. I haven't checked oil levels yet but was serviced only 4 months ago anyone else had this problem cheers in advance ?

[Maka]

Hi mate, I'd be looking for any leaks especially at the rear extension housing, sounds like fluid level is low & needs topping up asap. Your AU was all good after the tranny service?

cheer's, Maka

[mcfly94]

Yep auto definitely low on fluid!

[xyfalcon383]

Originally Posted by mcfly94

Yep auto definitely low on fluid!

Thanks jacked it up to find Bung stripped. Looks to have a factory transmission cooler fitted. Is it possible to top up with oil through the top pipe on the transmission cooler ?

[Silver']

Unless you can get the filler plug out you won't be able to check the level, but yes, I'd expect that you could pump some oil in through the cooling lines.

[xyfalcon383]

Originally Posted by Silver'

Unless you can get the filler plug out you won't be able to check the level, but yes, I'd expect that you could pump some oil in through the cooling lines.

Yeah i put about 350 ml in using a syringe into the cooling lines. Now selects gears I'll do a full transmission service again shortly. Just needed to get out of trouble etc

Did all Au xr8s come with a tranny cooler or was it a option ?

[Silver']

I'm not 100% sure. Certainly all 220kw autos did. You can do a vin lookup on the Ford Etis system and it will mention heavy duty cooling or somesuch in the options list if it was on from factory.

[mcfly94]

Originally Posted by Silver'

I'm not 100% sure. Certainly all 220kw autos did. You can do a vin lookup on the Ford Etis system and it will mention heavy duty cooling or somesuch in the options list if it was on from factory.

185kw definitely didnt, i think 200kw may have.

[xyfalcon383]

Originally Posted by mcfly94

185kw definitely didnt, i think 200kw may have.

I noticed it was a option in the technical section. Seems like a strange option to have, You would think it would be standard etc

[xyfalcon383]

Originally Posted by Silver'

I'm not 100% sure. Certainly all 220kw autos did. You can do a vin lookup on the Ford Etis system and it will mention heavy duty cooling or somesuch in the options list if it was on from factory.

Rang Ford to see the options my car has, Was told that the High output cooling was a option and not all 220 cars had it. But nearly everyone opted for the option....

[Silver']

Ignore previous mention of Etis, it doesn't show it. My memory must be giving out in my old age...

http://www.etis.ford.com/vehicleSelection.do#

[TRAU BLAU]

My starter problems I mentioned a month ago turned out to be the battery.It completely discharged & I had to get a new(higher crank)battery.The failed one(century)was only 3 years old,maintenance free & showed the green circle which meant stuff-all as far as I'm concerned.

[22heritage22]

G day all, i just resolved an issue i had with heavy fuel usage ,on my vct au2 xr6 ,Two mechanics had said there were no codes ,which i think maybe the battery terminals weren't supplying enough current to get em working?. i had done all the usual stuff gaskets etc and found that ford have different plugs for vct and non vct 4.0l engines.changed plugs and the issue went away.back from 380 ks a tank to around 570 klm,s a tank or so it states on the DTE on dash.also check the battery leads / terminals . i filed mine like new and it also gave extra klm,s.cheers fords also stated they have had issues with platinum plugs and the vct xr6 au2,s.I hope this helps someone as it took me a while to figure out.cheers. JACK

[Maka]

Hi all, i changed out my faulty thermostat the other day, it was taking way too long to get to temp. Just replaced it with a tt 195 (91c) & now my vct is running great again. On short stop stuff it pays to have a stock thermostat installed imo, especially on a vct lol!!!

cheer's, Maka

[xr8cam]

My AUII XR8 98,000kms. Replaced all rotors as they were warped. two new bearings on the front and 4 new tyres because it has done 400kms in 6 years so tyres were out of round and bearings were stuffed.The cruise control buttons work when they want-I replaced all the buttons.The CD changer was also stuffed-quoted $200 repair. I have put a single CD factory unit in untill I make up my mind. The purge solenoid makes its 'tick tick' noise but it is very quiet compared to some reports. I still haven't been able to locate a new one so not sure if it's a instant fix. Rear boot gas strut area was looking dodgy, cleaned up surface rust, thankfully that's all there was and replaced the struts. Main door roof rubber seal that runs from back door across roof to bonnet-remove and wash thoroughly, let dry and spray with suitable protective before replacing. Where bare metal seams are exposed, clean channel out with warm soapy water taking care not too drip inside car. I hold a towel under where i am working with one hand and clean with the other. let dry well. I use a big plastic syringe from the chemist, the kind you mix babys medicine up in, I put rust convertor in that so i can be really accurate when applying to small or difficult spots. Also, loosen off any bolts that have tell tale signs around them, light clean, rust convertor or fish oil etc. I have also just bought a electronic rust inhibitor with 6 points that fix to the car. I will let you know in 10 years if it has been a good investment! I did as much research as I could and there is definitely something to be said for the kits. If it is anygood or not, time will tell. Anything to keep my pride n joy looking as good as she can.

[TRAU BLAU]

Does anyone know if it's possible change the shift mode on the BTR boxes if the AU has got the econ button.Can you still do the switch on in 3rd gear move to reverse etc to get a smoother change or are you stuck with econ or no econ shift pattern only?

[Markan]

Hi everyone out there, can somone please tell me or if had same problem my radiator seems to leak on the bottom right hand side facing infornt when I fill the plastic coolant bottle to full and come out the next day about 300 ml is on the ground and if I leave it not fill it up to full no problem won't leak only when I fill the plastic coolant bottle to full or 3 /4 it happens the needle is in the same position under half doesn't go into hot don't understand if I leave it on low coolant won't leak tryed yesterday filled it up with coolant drove for an hour no leaks only when I go next day I can see green on the plastic or ground and doesn't leak all the way as there is coolant still in the plastic bottle. It's realy got me can feel plastic grommet rite on the bottom corner don't know if pressure but why would it leave still coolant in the bottle if there was a hole. Much appreciated au series 3 xr6vct ��

[Maka]

Hi Markan, how old is the radiator cap? Replace it with new then check if its still doing it, good luck!

cheers, Maka

[Markan]

Originally Posted by Maka

Hi Markan, how old is the radiator cap? Replace it with new then check if its still doing it, good luck!

cheers, Maka

the radiator cap looks new no gunk little bit tight the spring, I'll give it a try thanks maka realy apreceate it

Originally Posted by xahh

Hi and welcome to the forum.

I'm sure that you can get all the help and information that you need here. It is a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Probably best to re-post your question in the relevant AU section as a new thread, that way you attract the attention of many other AU owners and get the best results. Quite often, not all members read the new member introduction posts.