There is a known bug in the downloadable update to Ford’s Sync 1.1 system as fitted to various models such as the Fiesta, B-Max and Kuga. The problem is caused by the files being generated in the wrong format. Sync 1 was based on Windows Embedded, and therefore requires files Continue Reading
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Update Ford Audio Bluetooth (with Download)
What It Is The following guide and downloadable file will help you to update the Bluetooth, Voice Control and USB module in the following Ford vehicles. The release date was November 2012, and was the third publicly released firmware update. According to the Ford documentation the update is valid for Continue Reading
Repair or Replace Fiesta Mk7 Hatch Release Button
The Mk7 Fiesta is a very nice car, but it has some minor design flaws. One common problem is the hatchback release button. It is located directly below the rear wiper, which operates through a hole in the tailgate. Unfortunately this hole lets in water and muck, which then runs Continue Reading
Replace Stereo Display Screen Mk7 Fiesta
The following is a guide to replacing the LCD display screen in the dashboard of Mk7 Ford Fiestas. The images correspond to an early (2008-2012) pre-facelift model, but as far as I know the later ones are fitted in the same way. Be sure to get the right part number, Continue Reading
Re-gas Fiesta Mk7 Air Conditioning
Welcome to the first in a series of How-to guides. Unlike most of the geeky articles I write, these will be about car related DIY, which is a small hobby of mine. This first one comes about because I was looking on the internet for information about the Fiesta Mk7 Continue Reading