2001 Ford Laser (KN) — Repair Solution

1.6L ZM 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual · Engine Surging · Engine

Ford Laser (KN) Engine Surging Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Laser (KN)
Year: 2001
Engine: 1.6L ZM 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual
Kilometres: 200,000
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Surging

Customer Complaint

The engine is surging while driving.

Problem Summary

The engine appears to run fine during cold days, but during hotter weather, the engine will surge while cruising and splutter under hard acceleration. The engine feels down on power.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeFORKN01143
Vehicle2001 Ford Laser (KN)
Engine1.6L ZM 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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