ConnollyGT30

Its an 03 plate 2.4 tdci model (mini bus)

Tried to start it and it was really sluggish trying to turn over then made a noise like it blew a fuse and now is completely dead,lights dont even come on with ignition on etc

What could this be? its done 82,000 miles if this helps at all?

any help appreciated

cheers michael

RichieST

iTrader: (2)

I know the mondeos suffer with the starter motors clogging up with shite from the dual mass flywheel/clutch, which causes the starters to sieze.

Could be something worth looking at possibly?

Miller 3

iTrader: (4)

the fuse popping could just be a coincidence but we have had to change a lot of timing chains and tensioners as they go slack and put the cam out of time!

ConnollyGT30

Could that cause this mate?

Miller 3

iTrader: (4)

yes when they don't start straight away it is usually the chain.

but i have just re read what you have wrote and i would first check the earth strap on the battery under the drivers seat as that has a fuse built in to it

Dan1281

i know a guy who bought a transit with the engine seized, turns out that it was the alternator seized because his tail lift live was arking to his chassis

ConnollyGT30

Just took the cover etc off the battery and tested it and there is plenty power in them and all wires etc etc look ok not burned etc

ConnollyGT30

This one has not got a tail lift mate

Miller 3

iTrader: (4)

where did you get your earth from? if you look on the earth strap there is a plastic box' open that up and check the element inside, sorry if i sound patronising lol