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Ensure passenger footwell is dry. If not, it’s likely that the seals for the pollen filter are incorrectly fitted. Putting this right is easy – and needn’t cost anything
Make sure the dash warning lights illuminate on start-up. They should all go out, but glowing ECU lamps with a loss of power are common, and expensive to fix
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If you hear any creaks on the front suspension as you drive over bumps, this means that the drop links have worn – repair will set you back about £80 with parts
In three-door cars, check both front seats tilt forward properly when you activate the catch. The cable system can fail, and there’s a £60 bill to put it right
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Problems can develop on the Durashift auto clutch unit on 1.4-litre cars, so check it closely. The conventional unit fitted to 1.6-litre Fiestas should be trouble-free
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