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Ford Fiesta 2009 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2009 Ford Fiesta? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2009 Ford Fiesta issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2009 Ford Fiesta in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Ford Fiesta 2009: Knocking noise from engine

By the advice he gave you the dealer probably believed the engine was pinging, but switching to the higher-octane fuel did nothing to fix it. The car is still under warranty, so take it back to the dealer and ask that it be fixed again. If they can't fix it, ask them to consult Ford about the problem. Persist until it is fixed, long term pinging can cause damage to the engine.

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