Purchase of spare parts (Fiesta 4)

Before starting repair work, it is necessary to purchase all spare parts. Make a list of spare parts required for repair in a timely manner. Do not forget to include in the list not only the parts that need to be replaced, but also related components (gaskets, retaining rings, radial sealing rings, self-locking nuts, grease, liquid sealant, etc.). For reliability, before purchasing parts, consult a specialist who knows most of the work operations and will help to make a list of the required materials needed for repair. If you cannot accurately estimate the volume of repair work, determine the time of your work so that you have time for an unscheduled visit to a specialized store. Never assume that the service center always has all the necessary parts and components in stock, so also plan time to purchase the necessary parts.

Selecting parts based on identification code

Fig. 2.1. Identification code plate



Since its release, many parts of the Ford Fiesta have been modernized. Therefore, the year of production often determines which spare part is suitable. You will make your and the seller's job easier if you present the technical passport for your car or write down the identification plate data on a piece of paper. Based on the information provided, the seller will easily determine the necessary part. But if you want to act for sure, come to the store with the old part removed from the car.

Vehicle type plate. Located in the Fiesta on the upper cross member at the front under the bonnet. It contains information about the vehicle type and weight, identification number and designations of the built-in units.

Vehicle identification number. It is additionally stamped on the plate on the right side of the instrument panel and on the floor. The plate on the instrument panel contains additional information about the airbag system.

Engine number. The letter and digital code is stamped on the engine cylinder block:

- on the Endura-E engine on the front side near the gearbox flange;

- on the Zetec-SE engine, in front on the right under the gearbox flange;

- on the Endura-DE engine, in front on the left near the gearbox.

Selection of original parts or parts from other manufacturers

All spare parts and components that are necessary for repairing the Fiesta car, it is advisable to buy from a Ford product dealer. But this is not a mandatory condition. The spare parts trade offers a wide range of parts, among them there are also parts from those manufacturers who supply them to Ford plants for installation on manufactured cars. Therefore, compare prices - provided that the quality of the parts is really comparable. Definitely avoid buying parts without marking, since the amounts saved are insignificant and do not compare with the quality of original parts. Buy spare parts only from the first suppliers of Ford.

Buying cheap parts does not automatically guarantee a price advantage

When it comes to buying spare parts that your safety depends on, saving almost always leads to a bad result: buy brake pads and discs, drive shafts, wheel bearings and joints from the first suppliers or only original ones. Most cheap products are of dubious quality. For example, what benefit will cheap brake discs from Eastern Europe or Asia bring you if after installing them on the car an imbalance appears, which leads to subsequent expensive repairs. Ford confirms the combination of friction linings of brake pads with the material characteristics of brake discs or brake drums. For this purpose, there is a code number in the "General Operating Permit" (ABE). If your car is inspected by experts after a serious accident and it turns out that the brake pads on all wheels are from different manufacturers, then when settling the damage, the insurance company may refuse to compensate you for the damage. Your safety and the safety of other road users should be worth the small extra cost of purchasing genuine parts over cheap non-genuine parts.

Purchase of used parts

In some cases, it makes sense to buy used parts to save money. Used parts from Ford are of the same quality as new parts, but are significantly cheaper and have the same warranty. It also makes sense to buy used sealed structural units and components. For example, Bosch sells refurbished structural electronic units through its network of service centers. In many cases, buying parts from reputable companies that deal with the disposal of cars is a good alternative - if you want to carry out repairs especially cheaply and you are not very concerned about the appearance of the car. First of all, this applies to body parts, such as doors, bumpers and hood. Quickly wearing parts can be replaced with used ones only if the latter are significantly better than those on your car. In this case, you often have to remove the necessary part from the old car yourself. In any case, ask the price: a used part should cost a maximum of half the price of a new one, and if the part wears out quickly, its cost should not exceed a quarter of the price of a new one.

It is recommended to use new original (branded) parts or parts from other manufacturers	It is allowed to use parts, used ones
Starter	Starter
Cylinder block gasket	Generator
Oil filter	Brake shoes for drum brakes
High voltage wires	Disc brake caliper
Generator	Clutch pressure plate
Spark plugs	Clutch slave disc
Incandescent lamps	Flywheel
Spark plug tip	Transmission
Headlights	Drive shafts
Drive shaft	Cylinder block with pistons
V-belts	Crankshaft with bearings
Master brake cylinder	Rebuilt engine
Bumper	Cylinder head
Brake pipes
Wheel brake cylinder
Clutch
Brake hoses
Parts for body repair
Varnish

Making a decision to replace part of the engine or the entire engine

If the crank mechanism, pistons and oil pan are worn out or have faults, it makes sense to purchase a part of the engine. It is an economical alternative, since the cylinder head and additional units from the old engine are used for installation. Purchasing a complete engine for replacement only makes sense if the car is in good condition. It is necessary to keep in mind that there are a number of companies specializing in complex and partial engine repairs and guaranteeing repairs according to quality standards.

(A copy of the article is available on the website: «Fordbook.ru»)