pomtrey

We had to have our transmission replaced on our 2013 CMax at 55,000 miles in October 2019 and it was because of that leak. Luckily we had the extended warranty so all was covered, but it was a kick in the teeth.

Indeed it was injector #2 this time. They are going

to replace #1&3 also. So we’ll have all new injectors!

 

I want to know however what caused the failure and how to prevent it. We always use top tier gas. Should we now start to use fuel injector cleaner anyhow? Is there another explanation for the injectors failing, essentially all at the same time?

Our 2013 has 48,000 miles and last week the engine light was flashing and as I was driving home it started to shudder. By the time I got home the light was on steady. The next morning we had it towed to the dealer. Their diagnostic said it was a failed fuel injector. They replaced it and the car has been great. Until today. The engine light started flashing again so it’s going back in tomorrow. Hope it’s not a bigger problem. We absolutely love this car—the mileage, the power and the comfort are all great. Luckily we bought the extended warranty so we’re pretty well covered in that respect.

Our 2013 has 48,000 miles and last week the engine light was flashing and as I was driving home it started to shudder. By the time I got home the light was on steady. The next morning we had it towed to the dealer. Their diagnostic said it was a failed fuel injector. They replaced it and the car has been great. Until today. The engine light started flashing again so it’s going back in tomorrow. Hope it’s not a bigger problem. We absolutely love this car—the mileage, the power and the comfort are all great. Luckily we bought the extended warranty so we’re pretty well covered in that respect.

Our C-max has done 50,000 miles. On Saturday, I noticed a slight 'shuddering' from somewhere under the engine during the first 10 minutes of driving. The engine light has been on for unrelated issues (restraint module and GPS) but it started flashing. After 10 minutes everything was normal and the problem hasn't returned.

 

I'm taking it in to the dealer on Thursday, but has anyone else noticed a similar problem? The shuddering seemed to only happen when the ICE englne was running.

Our C-max has done 50,000 miles. On Saturday, I noticed a slight 'shuddering' from somewhere under the engine during the first 10 minutes of driving. The engine light has been on for unrelated issues (restraint module and GPS) but it started flashing. After 10 minutes everything was normal and the problem hasn't returned.

 

I'm taking it in to the dealer on Thursday, but has anyone else noticed a similar problem? The shuddering seemed to only happen when the ICE englne was running.

yes both my husband and i notice a difference in mileage. we've had our car since December 2012 and do mostly city driving. initially we got 44ish in the city and less on the highway. now it's the complete opposite--we struggle to get 38 city and get 42-44 highway. it's frustrating; nothing else has changed, just the recalls. i feel the algorithm has changed to favor highway driving since most people seem to have complained about that early on. would love our old city mileage back.

I believe it was in the 3rd quarter. the time was 7:07; just unsure when the game started.

just saw a real ad for the hybrid on the packers/49ers game!!! got so excited! not a silly cartoon that says nothing, but one with adults in it talking about how well it drives. thrilling. I was beginning to think they would never advertise it.

had this done at the dealer yesterday--Manhattan Ford in NYC. they did indeed have some trouble tnstalling, but they prevailed. it seems to have alleviated the problem. brought it to them because sync stopped using the phonebook and would just dial "dot com". didn't believe there would be a fix but thought I'd give it a shot. I can again make a call using the paddle. yay! it does, however, seem slow to respond. but for those basic sync users with issues, I'd recommend showing this to yr dealer. our dealer knew nothing of it before they dealt with my problem. I'm so glad they persevered.

fascinating!!

you are a brave man ScubaDadMiami!!! can't wait for yr report.

yes it's about as useful as the leaves!!

yes, what about the cars with the panoramic roof? they surely have less protection. it's all very strange.

brilliant!

 

what % tint do you have in the 3M crystalline and what do you think of it? I live in New York and we have a very restrictive tint law--70% visibility. it looks like nothing and no one really offers it except 3M. but I'm hoping it offers enough heat rejection at that level to help keep the car cooler. I don't know anyone else who has it. most people here chance it and get darker tint, but I don't like that idea. it's a chunk of money so don't want to do it if there's no payoff.

our ez pass is attached right behind the rear view mirror. works like a charm. and definitely necessary in NYC.

 

Interesting Pomtrey. My guys said they had to order some special piece of diagnostic equipment. That was over 2 weeks ago. Finally had to call to ask them what was up. I'm losing my smiley face.

we had our new compressor installed on Wednesday and the a/c works like it was always meant to. your symptoms were exactly the same as ours so I'm sure it's the same problem. can't believe you have to wait so long.

 

and for those talking abt compressor noise, ours is quiet as can be. and there's no vibration. maybe it's an adjustment.

 

we are so happy!!

we just had the same problem on Thursday. turned the a/c on for the first time and nothing but warm air came out. tried every kind of adjustment we could think of. made an appointment with the dealer for 8am Friday morning. the upshot is that they're ordering a new compressor that will be installed next week. not happy with the problem but very pleased with the dealer response. they offered us a rental but we opted to take the car and return it Wednesday. we just love our Gracie!!!

I so wish they would get rid of those cartoony ads. I think it makes the car look like a joke, not a serious contender. I LOVE my coax!!!

looks awesome!! would love to do that to our car but live in Brooklyn so it's hard to do the washing.

you did a great job.

i WISH we had DRL's!!

The first "used" C-MAX!!!! great story!

well that at least looks hopeful; the anxiety about whether the car will start is really painful. please keep us updated. and good luck!!!

o so much better than the owner's manual!! i learn much more from this site than i could ever get from the poorly written, poorly organized and just plain confusing manual!!