Hi,
My 1.8 zetec 03 mondeo needed a replacement engine because it was burning oil, so I found a garage that would do the job and got a replacement from a breaker. I gave the breaker the reg number and VIN for my car so they could get me an engine that was a direct swap. The breaker sent the engine, which was in good order and reasonable mileage, they gave me a 3 month warranty on it.
Anyway, the garage fitted the engine but couldn't get it to run. They're saying it's an incompatible engine for my car. The breaker is saying they've messed up the fitting.
So, what I need to know is who's right? The engine number for my original engine is CHBA3E44801 the engine from the breakers is CHBA2M80174.
From the engine numbers, can anyone confirm whether the replacement engine is a direct swap or not?
Cheers!