Pumapeople Newbies & General

Insurance Question

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:57:26 +0000

I've been getting various insurance quotes for the Puma I'm about to purchase, but the number plate is not being recognised!

I've now found out that the car was a "personal" import. I'm really not sure what this means but the dealer says it was imported by Ford when new. Has anyone else experienced this? Will it affect my insurance?

Thanks.

Thermostat Housing - 1.4

Thu, 17 May 2012 17:52:00 +0000

Hi,

Any help would be appreciated.

I need to replace the thermostat housing and seal on my 1.4 but for the life of me I cannot find a replacement part. I guess the one to fit a 1.7 won't fit mine?

Local Ford dealer doesn't have a clue either! They said it might be a Focus part that I need?

Any help or pointers please.................doing my head in!!!

Thanks in advance

Hey

Thu, 17 May 2012 15:12:51 +0000

Hi there I'm Carron I've just recently got y puma it's a 1.7 silver x

Pumesta Not Showing Engine Temp

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:30:10 +0000

Hi all i have just fitted a freshly rebuilt big spec puma engine in my mk5 fiesta to replace the standard puma lump that was previously in but the temp gauge on the dash is not showing any temp at all but the fan kicks in when hot i never had this problem with the other engine :-(.

Any ideas wound be great.

Hello

Wed, 16 May 2012 20:17:18 +0000

Hi
Just picked up a Puma 1.4 . Needs a few jobs and a tidy up. Owned 2 Cougar in the past but now want something thats cheap to own

Melina Blue Doors

Wed, 16 May 2012 19:18:16 +0000

Hi everyone,i am looking out for a couple of melina doors,i have advertised on parts getaway but as yet i have had no joy.
If anyone can help out that would be great thanks.

Problem With Lights

Wed, 16 May 2012 19:05:38 +0000

Hi all,

just recieved my puma after having the clutch replaced and an mot, it passed the mot with advisories but I have just checked and only one rear light and one side light are working, also the dash light doesn't seem to be working.

Does anyone have any info on this problem, is it common?

Thanks

How To: Change Waterpump Without Removing The Cambelt

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:02:54 +0000

Wiki??

How to to replace waterpump without removing the cambelt. Hopefully will dispel some of the myths that you need to take the cambelt off to replace.

What you need:

Various sockets, namely 10mm, 12mm, 13mm, 15mm, E8 star socket
Waterpump: Ford Part 1566239 circa �100
Jack
Block of wood
Axle stands
3l undiluted Anti freeze
Screwdrivers
12mm and 13mm spanner
Torque Wrench

Guide:

Start by jacking the car up and placing on axle stands.

Drain the coolant by undoing the plastic bolt in the bottom right hand corner of it

Remove the weathershield

If you look under and up you will see thisis held in my 2 8mm bolts, remove them

once free look behind the plastic and undo the hose from the clips

Withdraw the shield from the car

Next job is to loosen the 4x 12mm nuts on the waterpump pulley, makes it easier to do while the belt is still on, the pulley may still try and spin though like it did with me, however i wedged it with a screwdriver placed across the bolt heads.

When those are loosened its time to remove the drive belt

Take your 13mm spanner and place on the tensioner bolt, act as though you are turning the bolt in an anti clockwise direction and the tensioner should move freeing up tension on the belt

I find it easiest to pull the belt off the waterpump pulley

once the belt is free undo the bolts on the waterpump pully fully, and remove the pulley

Remove the alternator which is held in my 2 15mm bolts and a 13mm you need to remove the bolts pointed in the diagram below, and the 10mm holding the power terminal on

15mm bolt hiding round the back here

You can then withdraw the alternator

Remove the 10mm bolt holding the idler pulley on

Remove the pulley

Next up we need to remove the cambelt cover, there are 9 i think, 10mm bolts holding that on

Its easier to show you there whereabouts on the removed cover

Remove from car

Now we need to drop the engine on that side to get better access, i thin kyou could probably do it without diong this but it makes it 10 times easier and also means you dont have to have an exact length extension bar for access

support engine with block of wood and jack

Undo 3 15mm bolts here on the mount

Then the 3 threaded bars, that are undone using the E8 star socket

GENTLY lower the engine to give you better access to the waterpump, viewed from underneath the car

There are 6 10mm bolts holding it on, the first threee are easiest undone from above, the rest from underneath, again better to show you where they are on the removed pump, this is pictured in the same orientation it is when attached to the car

try and avoid damaging the cambelt undoing some of them on the extreme left, also bear in mind when you undo them all water will drip from it

When all are out you can remove from the car, be aware excess water/coolant that doesnt get drained will fall out from it

withdraw from car

clean up mating face etc

Then fit your new pump and gasket on in reverse order to removal.

Bear in mind the following

Torque the nuts on the new waterpump to 9nm
Torque the nuts on the waterpump pulley to 25nm

When refitting the belt fit around the pulleys depending on your configuration below

If im doing it on my own i find easiest to wrap around all the pulleys and leave the power steering pump until last, then slacken the tensioner and push over the pulley.

Make sure the belt is seated correct on all pulleys, there are groove for the ribs in the belt to sit in. Worthwhile giving the engine a turn over with a 19mm socket on the crank pulley to check its all seated ok.

If all looks good refit the weather shield.

Retighten the radiator drain plug, and fill back up with coolant 50/50 mix, 3l of coolant 3l of water.

Let car warm fully with cap off expansion tank squeezing coolant pipes, letting any bubbles come out, recheck level and correct as necessary. Check water levels for the next few days of running.

Disclaimer: If you have aircon there may be an extra step early on to remove an extra pulley, i think the powersteering pulley also needs to be removed also on aircon models only

Newbie From Scotland

Mon, 14 May 2012 15:43:26 +0000

Hey all names Scott from Aberdeenshire. Used to own a puma and loved it am looking at getting another.at the moment I have a mk6 rs2000 a mk2 xr2 and a bucket mk4 fiesta.

Thermoforming Lexan

Sun, 13 May 2012 09:42:00 +0000

Carried out al little experiment today, to thermoform a spare piece of lexan with a view to making my own thermoformed lexan rear windscreen if it worked, heres some pics

after 30 mins

cool, so that worked, now i need a boot lid with glass or just glass on its own, will happily accept any donors lol, if this all goes to plan i may even start making them available for sale

Glad To Be Back Behind The Wheel Of A Puma!

Sat, 12 May 2012 14:59:24 +0000

Hi All,

thanks for the forum, very informative and entertaining! I have just bought the below puma 1.7 16 v on an R plate. It cost £500 although it needs a new clutch and a new cv boot. There is a very small amount of rust starting to appear on the rear arches, other than that, completely rust free! A previous owner has installed the milli seats/door cards and I have to say they really improve the overall look and comfort of the interior.

This is my second puma, the first I only had for around 4 months before I moved abroad for work, so now that I am back home I wanted to pick up where I left off with these great little cars.

Cheers!

I'm not sure how to add photos!

Bought A Puma!

Sat, 12 May 2012 14:26:48 +0000

Went to look at a Puma today and decided to buy it.

It's a silver 2001 1.7 with only 35K on the clock. It's getting its MOT this week and, all being well, I'm collecting it next weekend. Checked it over pretty thoroughly and it seems very clean - practically no rust. There's been some repair work done above the right rear wheel arch but it's barely noticeable and very well done.

Will post pics when I get it.

I'm half excited, half nervous!

Newbie From Worcester

Fri, 11 May 2012 19:59:15 +0000

hi guys im dan from worcester,just got myself a 1.7
it has an oil leak from the sump gasket, any ideas where to get the gasket from? thanks!

Confirmation Of Steering Wheel Change? Fiesta Fit?

Fri, 11 May 2012 10:22:19 +0000

Hi all

Know this question must have been asked million times, but what other steering wheels are a straight fit on to my puma? mines got the usual broken down rough feeling leather

Thanks and much appreciated newbie

Andrew

Where Do People Buy Their Pumas?

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:24:22 +0000

At the moment I'm watching the classifieds on Pistonheads and Autotrader but is there anywhere else I could be looking?

Thanks!

Engine Noise - Is It Normal?

Tue, 08 May 2012 07:52:12 +0000

Hi. I'm new to Fords, always having had Mazdas in the past with absolutely no problems over 30 years! (Yes, I know what you are thinking ...!). However, my old 626 was physically too large to fit in my back yard parking space and so against my better judgement, i didn't replace it with another Mazda, but a Ford Puma 1.7 2002. i love the car - it drives beautifully, handles well and holds the road like glue. However, being new to Fords can't get used to the engine noise which is louder than the Mazda and makes a noise which can only be described as a london underground train leaving a station - a sort of powerful whining. Is this normal? It almost feels to me like the car is telling me to drive faster as it sounds so much better when it is driving faster. Also having looked at various forums re the Puma I am now starting to wonder whether my car will have the dreaded Nikosil linings; should I be worried?
There is also a 'ticking' noise and a slight smell when i turn on the aircon for the first time; any problems brewing here? The dealer would only give me a warranty for 3 months and i wonder why - he told me a 'lot of work' had been done on the car previously. Hope someone can help. Thank you. PS - don't be too technical with your answers - don't do technospeak
.

Juddering / Stuttering Acceleration After Fuel Pump Replacement

Mon, 07 May 2012 10:11:58 +0000

I recently had the fuel pump in my Ford Puma replaced by a mobile mechanic, as the car had become a non-starter.

After the pump was replaced, the car started up right away and seemed fine at first, but soon afterwards I noticed the performance when accelerating was not smooth at all, and felt stuttery / lumpy. It didn't improve after refilling the tank, and the problem became all the more noticeable when pulling away from traffic lights or on the motorway.

Oddly enough, inbetween stuttering the car actually feels like it can accelerate faster than it used to with the original pump (the replacement is a Walbro model I got here: http://www.fuelpumpsonline.co.uk/ford-puma-17-16v-fuel-pump-802-p.asp ), so perhaps it could be an intermittent electrical fault?

If anyone's got any suggestions or advice I'd be really grateful!

Central Locking Strange Problem

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:53:36 +0000

First of all, hi' everyone newbie here.

Apologies if the topic has appeared before, but searched and couldn't find anything similar.
My Puma is 01 so has 3 button fob which has been working perfectly for over a year.
Today when I parked it up and switched of engine, the doors locked of their own accord. When I opened door to get out, the alarm sounded and I had to switch it off with key as fob wouldn't work.
Now when I unlock with key, the doors immediately lock themselves again. When I am in car and switch off engine, the doors lock themselves and when I start the car, the alarm goes off.
Can anyone help or possibly linked to a thread I've missed?
Thanks, Stewy

Frp Suspension On To Normal Puma

Thu, 03 May 2012 08:43:52 +0000

Would Frp suspension fit on to a normal 1.7 puma

Poorly Puma

Wed, 02 May 2012 13:20:47 +0000

Oh, how I love my Puma. We've been together for a year and a half now, there's nothing I wouldn't do for him. (Yes, it's a HIM, take the abuse elsewhere :-P)

But he doesn't half cost me money!! Like most 1.7's he has that charming little habit of drinking more oil than is strictly necessary when driven, shall we say, enthusiastically, but I've more or less made my peace with that.

Today though I've abandoned him unceremoniously at the local garage and told them to just call me with a total. I knew I had to take him in this week anyway for some six month old MOT advisories that'd slipped my mind - a couple of tyres close to the legal limit, a slightly corroded brake pipe and a shock absorber with 'a light misting of oil', whatever the hell that means. On top of that it would appear my HCV has gone. Not currently a problem but if Summer ever deigns to appear life could get pretty uncomfortable. But then today I drove the two miles to my mum's house only to hear the radiator fan thing going for all it's worth. I hop out, pop the bonnet and there you have it - a coolant reservoir well below the minimum with the contents not the pretty iridescent orangey-pink it should be, but a rather dismal shade of black. Ah. Oops... Really should have been keeping an eye on the coolant too. It wouldn't have taken much, I'm under there all the time anyway checking on the oil situation, a cursory glance wouldn't have gone amiss.

I'm sorry Peefa (as in P-for-Puma, pforpuma, peefapuma, geddit?!), I really am sorry. So now I'm just hoping that the ugly black is a result of letting the coolant get too low for too long, and nothing to do instead with the head gasket. That I would really not like. It would be pretty convenient too if the HCV hadn't in fact gone and it was a coolant related malfunction instead, but I think I'm just clutching at straws.

So here I am, on PumaPeople, having a little rant to help me feel better and deal with the guilt of neglecting the car I love so much.

Whoops!!!

Hello Everyone

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:38:06 +0000

Just wanted to say hello to everyone.
I have joined the site as i am looking at buying a puma.
I am not stranger to Pumas as my mum had one for about 10 years. she got it new one on a R plate (lovely 1.4 in blue/puple) And i had 2 MK5 fiestas (1.25 and 1.6) which are the same under the skin.
I am a huge ford fan and i am the NW rep and part of the admin team on a Fiesta site.
If anyone as a 1.7 for sale for less then 1k please PM me.

If any of you are going to FITP or Ford Fair i will see you there.

Can You Use A Puma As A Full On Family Car?

Tue, 01 May 2012 21:30:38 +0000

Sounds crazy, but we're selling our 'family' car and are going to use my beloved Puma as an everyday car! We don't need two cars, so one has to go and I can't let that be the Puma can I!?

Just wanted peoples opinions (NICE PLEASE) on whether they thought

a. was a good idea to do this.

b. does anyone have any experience of using a Puma as their family run about, baby seat an all...?

Hello Puma People!

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:11:25 +0000

Hi all

I recently decided that I need something livelier than my trusty old Ford KA so I'm now searching for a Puma. I've been lurking here for a week or so, reading up on stuff, so just wanted to say "hi".

Hello All

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:26:24 +0000

just purchased my first puma, its a racing puma and boy what a beauty she is. ironed out a few issues but really enjoying her, so i'd thought i'd say hello and i've allready had my fisrt spot

Hello All

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:20:13 +0000

Hi all
Just got a Y reg black Puma (well the wife did!) but I'll be the one doing the work on it etc. It's the 2nd Puma we've had, the 1st was about 8 years ago.
Couple of things I need to do, the worst being a clutch change in the near future!
Anyway thought I'd say hi before I leech all the info from the members of the board!!!
It will be nice to meet you, so to speak

Puma Seat Covers

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:33:21 +0000

Hi all

Please could anyone tell me where I could get some front and rear seat covers for my Puma?

Thanks

Suspected Vss Trouble

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:48:43 +0000

Evening ladies and Gents

Whilst crusing round the M25 this morning I looked up and my Speedo was reading 0...now I know thats not that uncommon but I was actually moving for once...Reading up i've concluded its most likely a VSS as its also cutting out slowing down towards roundabouts !.

Are they easy enough to swap out?

Any idea how much fords would charge for the job or price alone?

Is it a usual stock item for them or can they be got elsewhere?

Thanks
Lisa

Throttle Body

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:59:03 +0000

Going to change Throttle body is it just the air pipe. 4 bolts and cable to take off. Will I need a new gasget or isn't ther one

German-Puma

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:37:36 +0000

Hi everybody, it's the german puma driver again =D
After a long long time I want to show some updates from my puma:

Description:
Painting:
- Melina-blue with sparkling-gloss sylver

Engine & Exhaust:
- Tuninghaus ST155-KIT
- 1,7l (116kW/158PS)
- increased speed to 7.300rpm
- Carbon Cold Air Intake
- FRP camshafts Stage 2+
- high performance ignition coil
- high performance ignition wire
- IRIDIUM Power spark plugs
- PandoraF (special control unit for fuel injection)
- SCAVENGER-FoPu2 Racing-exhaust stainless steel
- stainless steel manifold
- 200-cells stainless steel catalyst

Brake:
- Goodrige steel flex brake lines
- Tuninghaus BigBrake 278mm
- RaptorX racing brake discs and pads

Engine-design:
- too much to describe, please look at the pictures

Outside:
- black covered side blinker
- custom made bumper gril
- custom made rear lights
- custom made head lights
- glare strip on the windshield
- Aero-twin wiper blades
- clean tailgate

Sound:
- Pioneer AVH-P4300 DVD headunit
- JL Audio PR650-CSI 16,5er 2-Wege-Compo + 12mm Hocht�ner (front)
- AlpineSPG 17-C2 16,5er (rear)

Inside:
- Recaro seats
- some parts painted in melina-blue

Alloys:
- ASA GT-1 (8,0x17 ET35 ML63,4)in shiny silver
- with Hankook V12 Evo 205/40 ZR17

landing gear:
- Weitec Hicon GT
- track-broadening 30mm (front-axle), 40mm (rear-axle)

Spoilers:
- Bonrath Cupwings CW2 (fitted in Lumma-Front)
- Lumma Frontspoiler
- Stoffler rear diffusor
- STM SV side skirts
- Drag-Spoiler (tailgate extension)
- Ford Motorsport F2 spoiler

I hope u like it

Detail Fotos:

New In Salisbury, Wiltshire

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:58:28 +0000

Maybe jumping the gun a bit, but I am picking up my 89 Puma 1.7 on Tuesday. Anything I should be looking for or listening for as I havn't owned a Ford for a few years now - well since I sold my Mk3 Cortina anyway in '78. Oh no tell a lie, did have a Focus 1.8TDi in Spain 5 years ago. Anyway looking forward to picking this Silver machine up, hope it will be a dream machine, shame the road tax is going to cost as much as the car! Oh I know about the worm in the rear arches!

General Help Needed With New Puma!

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:55:35 +0000

Hi everyone. I have joined the ranks of Puma owners with an '02 reg 1.7 Thunder in Moondust silver with 43,000 miles and very little rust. A punt on eBay, but I'm really, really pleased with it so far!

I'm making an effort to keep this car in top condition. I've already had the small bit of rust on one wheel arch drilled out and sorted, both arches and the underside waxoyled, and most of the general knocks and scratches dealt with. It looks great!

My question is this: I'm not a mechanic, not by a long stretch, but now I'd like to get the car driving as efficiently, smoothly and quickly as possible. What should I check / change? Plugs, leads? Should I use some fuel treatment like redex? Should I upgrade the bushes (not that I'm sure what I bush actually is!)? Should I do the Airbox mod?? Does anyone have any tips for how they keep their Pumas running beautifully, and that VTEC engine at it's best??

Any input would be appreciated. PS - I've probably posted this in the wrong forum. Soz.

Parts Needed

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:55:40 +0000

hi all im after the following parts as cheap as poss i need ecu me old1 had dude on it an need transponder with chip an 2plug engine loom with fuse box must be digital loom all help welcome aswell

Hi New To Pumas

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:35:08 +0000

Not new to the ford scene by any stretch but just purchased my first ever Puma its a millennium which i have rescued from scrap heaven (was a cat D but needs some tlc) i have already started on the work having done the cam belt water pump full service and Mot which it flew through with no advisories.... bonus!!! stands me still at under 1k with only 81k and two previous owners.... Now for the questions and there will be lots over the coming months ? It seems to suffer from slipping clutch but only rarely (hydraulic slave cylinder fault maybe ) and the drivers bolster is shot ( anyone do a replacement ) and i need some screw blanking plugs for the door cards and a near side mirror so any pointers or advice would be very much appreciated...... Any way ill stop there and just say hi everyone and hope to spend a few hours browsing and generaly being nosey

Help Desperately Needed With My Cambelt In Surrey

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:18:43 +0000

Some of you may have seen my recent "Newbie cambelt problems" post. My normal local garage has tried to replace the cambelt on my W reg 93,000 1.7. But they cannot get it started again, they have taken the head off & say the problem is poor compression on the valves. I am not sure if they have fixed them to save face they poured water down in the head & showed me water leaking past the valves. So its either a dead Puma or is there someone near Guildford or Surrey who might be able to rebuild it?
Really gutted it was a cheap buy but with no history, it was driving ok before I thought it would be good idea to get the belt changed as a precaution!

Any ideas folks?
Inglis

Newbie

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:03:13 +0000

Hi everyone been looking on the net to join a forum/club after buying my first puma, never thought about buying one but after driving it I fell for it lol, I have had the car two weeks now and already fitted a ramair induction kit sportex exhaust with race tube centre and ordered apex suspension to get the car sitting properly hopefully be fitted for the weekend all going well. Cheers

Newbie

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:02:21 +0000

Hi everyone been looking on the net to join a forum/club after buying my first puma, never thought about buying one but after driving it I fell for it lol, I have had the car two weeks now and already fitted a ramair induction kit sported, exhaust with race tube centre and ordered apex suspension to get the car sitting properly hopefully be fitted for the weekend all going well. Cheers

Newbie

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 20:30:07 +0000

Hi All,

Got by Puma Millenium in Dec and enjoying it more than I could imagine. Just had to get the arches all sorted as the car had been left in a field for months.

Columbo

Newbie Cambelt Problems

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:26:31 +0000

Ok hovvered over e bay 2 weeks ago & bought a W reg puma 93,000 miles & loved the drive home. But with no service history thought cambelt should be changed, took it into my ljocal garage which has always fixed various cars I have had. Two days of work & they replaced cambelt but it won't start. Seems the timing is wrong and poor compression, any suggestions of common mistakes. Or anyone near Guildford can advise please? I don't think my garage has ever done this before.
Inglis

Newbie, With A Big Smile :)

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 21:20:29 +0000

Hi everybody, picked up my first Puma on Tuesday and haven't stopped smiling since. What a cracking little car, brilliant for the drive to work and so much fun on the country roads home.

New And Needing Help!

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:35:32 +0000

Hello there, I'm nikkii from Bournemouth and just stumbled on your site after reading other puma forums-I've heard good things and would appreciate any advice. I've had my puma for a year now, unfortunately had a few problems but thought she was over the worst! The head gasket went and we got this fixed by a mechanic friend who Aso changed the cambelt at the same time. Things were good for a few weeks but I arrived home last week and when I got out, steam was pouring out of the engine and the coolant just emptied out all over the road. I know nothing was am learning and.eager to learn as I love driving this car when she drives! My dad came down to look at it for me ans we ruled out a couple of things. Not The head gasket as no water in the oil and coolant is ok, plus heaters run hot and cold. It's not the thermostat as pipes to the radiator are hot. The temp gauge on the dash didn't go into the red which is why I didn't notice it was getting hot. We think it could be the temp sensor? Does this sound like a possibility, I hope so as that's not expensive to fix and my boyfriend and I have spent so much money on the car to date and there's talk of cutting our losses as we just can't afford to keep spending so much but I love her! Any other ideas welcome. Just after I got her back after the head gasket someone reversed into me whilst I was waiting at traffic lights so I was without the car again! I just want to drive her as she drives so well, but I'm not getting much in.
Look forward to hearing from you and glad I found the site!
Nikkii

My Track/race Puma For Sale

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:33:41 +0000

I'm sadly having to sell my track car, as anyone on here and other forums knows the amount of money and time I've ploughed into this car is a bloody lot, it really is a great car and would be perfect to enter into a race series or just use for track days etc.

Sadly I don't have the space or the money to keep my track days etc going anymore so I'm having to let her go :-(.

I'm open to offers especially from people from this club etc but please note I will not be stripping this car. I will give it a few weeks then I might think about it.

Thanks Alan.

Link here.

http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/3808880.htm

Drivers Door Misaligned

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 22:04:05 +0000

So my drivers door is misaligned. It's just about spot on at the lock, but at the bottom it tilts in marginally, and at the top, it leans out marginally.

Is there any give in the hinges or secondary adjustment (my old man swears some cars have that - adjustment beyond just rehanging it) or am I going to have to bite the bullet, bribe a mate with some beer and try - undoubtedly - some twelve times to get it aligned properly, and tighten it back up?

Frp Seen In Baldock

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:46:51 +0000

Regularly see an FRP commuting on the B197 London Road, through Baldock. Is it anyone on here?

Puma Windows

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:33:14 +0000

Just bought my first puma 1.7 and noticed that the drivers window misses the rubber seal when closed fully, is this an easy fix or do I need to replace the window workings, cheers

Puma 1.7

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 21:38:55 +0000

i have had my puma for 8months now and done alot of work 2 it i have replaced the timing belt , head gasket all the bush and other bit's and the car still rides hard and rattles and bangs and i'm
needing the clutch replaced . But would like 2 no what i should do about the ride if i should just replace all the suspension and what clutch kit should i replace in my car for better take off
as the car is getting really slow now and was nipping when i got it car has only done 80k , i replaced sub-frame bushes with rubber 1 should i put the mental's 1 back in ?

Ultimate Finsh Puma Winner

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 12:26:37 +0000

http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/Competition/Entry.aspx?EntryId=1633
Was it you
Looks super shinny.

Steering Wheel

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 13:27:38 +0000

will a mk3ford mondeo steering wheel fit a puma? if so would the air bag work?

High Revs

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:57:59 +0000

Car runs ticks over fine the prob I have is this, is it the norm for the revs to increase when I free wheel in trafic.

also when driving everything ok untill I come too a stop Rev counter stays up at around 1500 rpm then after a couple of seconds drops to around 900 rpm ishhhh

Its my first puma

Puma Number 2 :)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:50:43 +0000

hi my name is ash ive just brought another puma 1st one was a -ew years ago 98 s reg 1.7 in blue/purple sold that as needed a bigger car and a few cars late ive brought another puma yesteday its a 1998 R reg 1.7 in dark green not a color i would have thought to have but seems to work well on the puma love these cars great engines and love how they handel for standard, at the mo the old girl is completly standard apart from a new cream and black gear gaitor has NO rust arches are perfect has a few small scuffs but no dents and i think a really good polish is in order this weekend get it shiny only things it needs is a stereo as there is none and the center caps on the fan blade alloys repainting as regards my plans and to do list they are as follows (in no particular order)
1.deep plish and wax detail to include touch up any stone chips ect
2. get and fit a stereo idealy a standard silver tape player in silver with a code (anyone sellling one giving one away?) lol
3. repaint alloy centers either silver to match alloys or repaint all 4 alloys and caps in white/cream (ideas/opinions welcome)
4. maybe swap the seats for some more comfy ones as i love the seats but the wife aint keen maybe ones from another ford if they fit????
5. have got a new induction kit filter thingy from old puma to fit love the sound and with my home made ducting theres no heat soak ect
6. s/s back box exhaust but not for a while yet unless i get one cheep
and so far thats about it will look into more tuning options over time but for a now its purrfect
i picked it up for �450 with 10months mot and 5 months tax some history and a new air freshener lol pics to follow

My First Puma

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:02:58 +0000

HI Guys, I have recently purchased a "W" reg 1.7 Puma and it don't half put a smile on my face for that 20 mile drive to work and back however Driving home last night and without warning all the dials went to max, then zero, then max, then everything went off (on the dash) and then came back on normal.

All the mpg/trips etc have reset but the odometer has remained at the correct reading.

Nothing else happened and the car didnt operate and differently, should I worry?

Thanks

16L Puma Rare Or Not

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:53:28 +0000

HI COLMC HERE
CAN ANY ONE TELL ME HOW COMMON IS MY 16L PUMA (02)
AS I HAVE JUST BEEN IN TO 2 CLUTCH CENTRES.
ONLY TO BE TOLD FORD DID NOT DO A16 PUMA
BUT DID FIND ONE PLACE THAT WOULD A NEW CLUTCH FOR �270
ALL IN( THATS CLUTCH& BEARING)
IS THAT OK OR IS THAT TO MUCH
MANY THANKS COLMC

Hi Another Newbie

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:52:38 +0000

Hi there
I'm Natalie and I've had Koshka (my Puma) since October 2010, I got her to replace my 106 GTI which was costing more to keep going than the little pugger was worth I didn't really know much about them in all honesty but I'm pretty fussy with cars so it was never going to be easy finding me a new one. I think I was just looking on autotrader when I spotted this one with FSH and low miles when I had a lightbulb moment, after reading the little review in the back of EVO mag I decided this was the car for me
The only problem was, my Mum decided she really liked them too, and bought herself one.

I have to admit recently I was thinking of getting something else, but after getting the rear arches sorted I'm in love again.

Some piccies from last week

Airbag Light On After Interior Swap

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:40:20 +0000

Hello there, I think this is probably my first post even though I joined up ages ago... will have to do a proper intro at some point.

I recently bought a Millie interior for my Puma. My better half fitted it for me but ever since the airbag light has been on I did read on another forum that someone had the same problem (although I think it was on a Fezza) and he solved it by swapping over the pre-tensioners from his old seats. Would that work? I can't see how as surely the connection is the same?
Is there any other way around it? I've seen those Recaro things on ebay but would rather not pay out extra money if I have to.

Thanks
Nat

Millenimum

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:37:44 +0000

Hi Guys My mate has a millenimum & wants to turn it into a racing puma anyone know how whats involed or any idea of cost

Shock Absorbers

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 16:50:17 +0000

one of my front passenger side shock has a leek so been quote 100.00 for the two new front doing at a garage. now been offered two used for �30.00 then need to fit which would you go for?

St

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:53:31 +0000

Pic as promised:

Cj - My Old Puma

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:09:38 +0000

But i think the price is optomistic:

http://www.calmoreservicestation.co.uk/used-cars/ford-puma-1-7i-16v-3dr-southampton-201211456696559

Rear Wiper Dodgy!

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:22:12 +0000

Hi,
Firstly, I'd say this would be an MOT fail so I'm godsmacked it passed only a few weeks ago!
Basically, when I pull the wiper stalk (or push, I forget when I'm not in the car!) to activate the rear wiper, nothing happens. Nothing at all infact. The wiper spray/washer works fine, but the wiper stays put. Then, after 10 seconds, sometimes more, sometimes less, I get some movement, but it often will be just one wipe at the most, often stopping mid-wipe. It's very frustrating, and if it's an MOT fail I really can't just leave it...

Any ideas? Where do I start?

Thanks in advance, Alan

Ecu Output Voltage

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:27:50 +0000

Can anyone tell me is the output from ECU to Rev Counter 5V or 12V ??

Cheers Dave

Hey There New Guy!

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:35:52 +0000

Hey there my name is Christian, and i from Denmark! I own a Stock blue Ford puma 1,7VCT. (My first car) .

Just wanted to say hello to you guys

Puma Faults

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:54:08 +0000

Hey guys, new to the site and just bought a cheap 1999 Puma 1.7. The body work is pretty poor condition but ive got it for me as a general run about and for the misses to learn in so she is likely to prang it
There are a few faults tho which i am unsure of, any help would be appreciated.

Locking - the car can be locked from both doors but only unlocked from the passenger side, the remote central locking battery has died so will need to replace that asap but im guessing that wont fix the problem as im sure if it did the previous owner would have done this, is this a known fault?

Door open dash light - the light on the dash is always illuminated saying a door is open when everything is securely shut?

Leaning - when the car is driven in a straight line the car slightly vears off to the right, i assume this is probably just a wheel allignment problem and should be a easy fix?

Cloudy Lenses - Front headlights are very cloudy so need to clean them up and will probably fit some better lights in, anyone recommend a brand of HIDs off ebay? Im from Guernsey and dont have MOT so should be fine.

Clock - lines missing on the numbers for the clock, is this a easy swap, off a replacement puma clock off ebay?

Many thanks for your help.

Born Again Puma Owner

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 15:39:10 +0000

Having got rid of a 'T' reg Puma way back before the children came along(8 years ago) we found ourselves needing a new second car. Looked at all the sensible 5 door options and then my wife remembered the fun she had driving that Puma all those years ago. So out we went today to look again and we have just put a deposit down on a 51 reg Thunder - will pick it up next week. Just taking it for the test drive brought back the memories. I think there may be fighting over who gets to use it.

Should I Worry

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 10:38:08 +0000

Just been out for my first hoon of 2012 and a couple of time I heard a noise that was a little worrying. After giving it beans and then braking/engine braking for a corner I'd hear a knocking noise as the revs decreased, but it went when I put my foot back down. It didn't do it every time (maybe only 3 or 4 in the whole hour) and I couldn't get it to replicate it again on the way home. I seem, to remember it's done it before last summer on hard drive too.

TIA

Chris

Jack

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:05:03 +0000

When I bought my Puma last weekend, the wheelbrace was present, but the jack was missing.

I took the opportunity of liberating the jack from my knackered old Mk4 1.25 Fiesta.

As the Puma is MK4 based, am I right in assuming the jack is going to be ok to use?

Also, anyone know the thread size and length of the bolt that holds the jack in it's little cubby hole?

Brake Light ( Central )

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 15:28:53 +0000

Hi guys
New to pumas , bought my wife a black 1.7 special eds about two months ago and we both love it , can't believe how fast it is for such a little car .
One problem we have is the central brake light did not work but I found the little cable that runs down by the boot strut was broken so I fixed that but now the brake light stay on all the time , just the central one . Any ideas
Cheers Matt

New Guy !

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 02:06:37 +0000

Hello All !

my names jack .. 24 and live in plymouth and ive recently brought my first car which happens to be a puma !
after riding motorbikes daily for the past 6 years ( occasionaly using the mrs car ) i decided to have a break .. i sold the bike .. payed off a few things and thought id buy a cheap car to run around in ...
i got told of a puma for sale localy ... 98 model .. 137k .. tax and mot'd .. �650 and thought well its high millage but for that money ill just run it into the ground.
viewd the car in the pitch black ( bad ideal ) decided to buy it as i really needed transport and and went back for the car later in the night,
next day i gave it a proper look over and its abit of a shed ... i think its had some welding done on the bottom of the car ... joins in doors / bumpers etc are out of line so i think it might have had a smack ?
it came with one key so no remote locking and a few other bits like one of the rear lights is full of mold and the heated rear window and wiper dont work.
so as i can imagine i wernt to happy BUT .. it was my own fault for being lazy.

on the plus side the car seems to drive fine .. and the more i drove it the more i liked it .. so what was " im gonna run this thing till it breaks " turned into " hmm maybe i should do this up " and found myself looking for things to buy.

after much abuse of me now driving " a girls car " in friends eyes. i find myself more driven to makin this thing into a beast.
so any advice you guys can give in any aspect me would be much apreciated ..
and if anyone lives local to me .. get intouch .. the kettles always on

Upgraded The Car

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:39:25 +0000

hello guys and girls i sold my old puma in july and brought a fiesta st i just thought i would ay hello again if only the puma was as well equiped as my st and the puma to have a bit more power i would of kept it i do miss i keep seeing my old puma around i wish i kept it to make into a track toy

Door Card Removal/secure Re-Fit

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 16:32:09 +0000

Hi everyone. After over 10 years, I'm back in a Puma! I paid way over the odds for what I though was a really nice example, 52K miles on X plate, but it's already starting to make me fell sick with regret... I am hoping my instinct is fine, and the engine/gearbox are all spot on, but I'm finding very annoying bits and bobs the more I look at and drive the car.

The 1st thing that should of been obvious, the passenger door card is hanging off completely, held on purely at the top where it meets the window, and it doesn't hang off it like I thought it should? It's also missing all the poppers down one side so it flops off when you pull the door shut from inside, something I really didn't do on test drive :-(

Anyway, it's not a major one that, so can anyone help with a detailed guide of how to remove them first, then I can look at fixing them?

Many Thanks, Alan

I'm Baaaaaaack!

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 14:48:21 +0000

Right about now you're probably thinking 'Who?', and you'd be right to.

I joined here when I bought my first Puma, which was back in around 2005/2006-ish, and haven't posted on here since I sold my old Puma in about 2008.

Anyway, I've just been and bought myself another silver 1.7 today, and have mostly been grinning like an idiot ever since.

Sure, the Puma is never going to set the world alight in terms of outright performance.....but it's just SO much fun to drive.

I'm such a happy-chappy that I thought I'd dust off my old account here and share the love with people who understand the joy of Puma.

Now, if you'll excuse me, there's some B-roads that need assaulting......

Which Puma To Buy?

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 08:09:59 +0000

Morning all, new to site as i'm in the market to buy my first Puma. Had a read through various posts and the "Wiki" section regarding what to look for etc but none seem to state much about the early late version differences? I plan to buy to use as a daily driver with the intention of a few track days so was wondering is there any differnces when it comes to tuning the Puma? Will be tweaking a few things and wondered if one was better than the other when i comes to tuning?
I'm looking forward to my purchase when i find one and it looks like this site will be pretty handy in the future. Thanks in advance,
Phil .

Ecu List

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:01:39 +0000

Where do they get these names

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Frp Won't Start

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 22:41:42 +0000

Hi all,

Last week was a problem with the OH's puma now it's the FRP.

Used it yesterday and it worked fine, went to use it this morning everything works but the starter motor won't turn when you turn the key. Left it and tried again tonight but still nothing.

Any ideas?

Newbie, Puma Project

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:17:18 +0000

hi i have been a member for a few months now, i got my first puma around the same time .my plans are to strip it back and basicly start from there. it will be a show car when its finnished but this will take some time, any ideas or suggestions would be great.

Newbie, Puma Project

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:16:48 +0000

Rear Spacer Dimensions...

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:00:15 +0000

i have recently swapped out my rear beam, i had an old fork mount beam, that is narrower than the later ones and comes with 10mm spacers... unfortunately these have pretty much disappeared!

could someone measure the "height" of the hole in the middle and the overall height (top to bottom) for me please, i am pretty sure i have got the rest of the dimension worked out and hopefully my mate can get some knocked up through work!

cheers

Noobie

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:55:08 +0000

Hi peeps, not actually got a puma but an xr2 with a puma engine in it. If any one is interested I'll post up some pics of her and start up a thread of my progress on my project. I've joined up here as the xroc doesnt have the info I need with regards to the engine and electric and am hoping that the people on here will try and help me out with the electrics and modifications to the engine that I want to do.Cheers in advanceTom

Melinamotor

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 21:28:50 +0000

Hi melinamotor your inbox is full cheers.

Upgrading Central Lock From Ir To Rf

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 13:50:16 +0000

Hello Guys,

I am really looking forward if someone could throw some light on this topic. I have been searching for answers for quite a while now, have posted this topic on projectpuma as well but haven't received any feedback yet unfortunately.

I have following module fitted in my 1.4 1998 :

and I am planning to replace it with one of these (or something similar) :

simply because though IR central lock is called "REMOTE" but I have to stand right next to the windscreen to operate the central locking system, which is quite frustrating, and honestly looks daft won't you agree ? Right... questions..

1) Any "how to do it" guides... much appreciated ofcourse
2) Wiring Diagram on 96 FG 15K600 FB module would help a lot to identify the correct wires if I am to replace it with the new one.

ooh.. and btw, what does this little box do attached at the bottom of the central locking module, I have no idea..

Any answers or direction pointing much appreciated guys..
Thanks in advance,
Cheers.

My Third Puma

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 07:58:19 +0000

Hi folks, just bought my third Puma after owning two when they first came out (1997 and 1999). I seem to remember paying over £15K for the first two
and now I have just picked one up for £200!!!
I have replaced the sticking heater control valve (20 minutes and scraped knuckles) and one tyre. Everything else works so down to the testing station
and it flew through its MOT

Now just need to work out how to post a photo

Should I Be Worried

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 07:05:54 +0000

when i started my car this morning and drove a couple of 100 yards i got a noise i can only describe as the noise the game operation makes when his nose lights up and then the abs and traction control lights came on, so i pulled over turned the engine off started up and drove to work with no more problems and its the first time its done that.
i havent got a hand book so i thought id ask you guys if you have had the problem

Newbie Puma Owner

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:22:11 +0000

Just to say HI,

New to the forum and also Pumas, Picking up my Puma at the weekend. Lets hope i pass my test lol

Holly

Locks Deadlocked!

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:05:53 +0000

Hi all,
Hopefully someone can help.
My partners puma has got a flat battery so tried to manually open the doors instead of using the remote to be able to pop the bonnet to charge the battery.
However the key won't open either door or the boot. So I'm guessing the battery has gone completely flat and deadlocked the car.

Does anyone know of a way to open the door (short of smashing a window) to be able to open the bonnet?

High Mileages?!

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:40:00 +0000

Hi all,

Just a curiosity really...was wondering how many high mileage Pumas there are out there?! IMine recently passed 178000 miles and is still running strong (some brake issues as detailed in another forum aside!) - next challenge for me is to get it past the 200000 mile mark!

Rear Arches

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 13:22:08 +0000

Hi guys can anybody recommend a good body shop in Nottingham to gat my rear arches sorted.i want the arches cut out and new metal in there,not just filled and sprayed,and do you have an idea as to how much it would cost. Cheers guys.!

Front Light Lenses

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 07:54:35 +0000

HOW DO I CLEAN THE LENSES ON MY HEADLIGHTS THE HAVE GONE CLOUDY

Is My Puma A Thunder?

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:21:09 +0000

Right, this seems reeally silly! But then again that's just me all over! haha! Annyyywaayys, when I bought my Puma I was told it was a Thunder, But is it? My cars my photo. If someone could tell me if it is/ or how to tell if it is (without the manual as I don't have it)

Thank youu! (yet again!)

xx

Gear Stick Rattle/buzz?

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 04:05:01 +0000

Hi everyone, I'm pretty new, bought my Puma just before Christmas. Everything seems fine but I have a problem with my gear stick. Gear changes are nice and slick as expected but there seems to be a bit of play when in gear and so at certain speeds the gear stick buzzes/ rattles/vibrates??? If I rest my thumb on top of the stick the vibrations stop but starts again as soon as I let go. Does anyone have any ideas as to fix this as it's really starting to annoy me now!!!Please help!! THANKS!!!!

Hego O2- Lambda

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 21:35:41 +0000

Hi, can some tell me the correct lambda senosr i need for a 1.7 puma. Also are sensor the exhaust sensors the same?

Dodge

Noobie :)

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:21:44 +0000

Hiya,

I'm Pixie, i've wanted a Puma for a while now.
Last night I won one on Ebay all it needs is a new clutch. Which I have ordered today so should be on the road Mid-week
But only paid �500 for the car so I can't grumble

Its Green!!!! but i'm sure i'll get used to it

Anything I should know about Pumas?!?!

Thanks

Pixie

Newbie - Glasgow ;)

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:36:07 +0000

Helloooo!

I'm Kirsty from Glasgow! I'm currently driving a wee Fiesta (My first Car <3) &' will be getting my black Ford Puma 1.7 sometime this week .. Wont be able to drive it untill the beguinning of April though, as my insurance company wont let me tranfer cars .. Only 33 days to go (Not that I'm counting or anything )

Kirsty x

Correct Tracking Setting/details For Puma?

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 22:55:24 +0000

anyone know the exact details be chance? dont wanna get naughty word around by garage again need to go in armed with info

No Central Brakelight

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 16:42:17 +0000

hi colmc here
can any one help mycentral brake light has stoped working(one in the tailgate)
was working fine last week . checked some fuses and cleaned the four contects by the bootlock
but still no joy.
thanks colmc

Hibernation

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 20:23:26 +0000

hi everybody i have just purchased a renault wind for my wife, just to keep her out of my puma really lol.
the only thing is that my puma is going to be garaged for sometime so will have time to work on it at my leisure.
the thing i am worried about will parts start seizing up and so on.Would be grateful for any advice on how to garage my puma without any worries thanks.

Squealing Blower At All Speeds

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 18:50:30 +0000

anybody know how to access this part? - need to see what the problem is - sounds like it's behind the passenger footwell

Photo's Of My Puma

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 13:17:43 +0000

Not bad I thought, esp as the car isn't even clean!

Looking For My First Puma

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 08:59:32 +0000

Hello. I have spent some time reading this forum since I started looking for a Puma. All the infomation seems very helpful and i now know a lot more than i did. I currently run a MK1 MX5 that I will be selling as I really need somethign the kids can travel in too and that is a bit more drivable on the motorway. the PUMA seems to tick all these boxes. After reading all the guides and the WIKI here there is just one thing worrying me when I buy, this is the Nikasil bore lining issue. I had a BMW 323i that i got caught with this same issue many yaers back and it lost me a lot of money. I am worried this would happen to me again. can anyone confirm how common this issue was? and was it caused by the fuel (like BMW it was sulphar in fuel in the 90's) or is it caused by Oil?

Thanks in advance for what I am sure will be helpfull answers

Just Got Thunder

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 20:24:06 +0000

Hi all am proud new owner of 2002 Thunder. Low mileage (73000) and V.good cond all round...very little rust. It is by far the most fun car I have owned...and i have owned a fair few. Looking forward to good few years of enjoyment.

Tyres Wearing On Inside,could It Be Bushes?

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:41:56 +0000

or anti-roll bar bushes etc.. ps, tracking done in last 6 months

any advice appreciated.

thanks.

Overheating

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:12:10 +0000

My 1.7, with only 68k miles, did a strange thing yesterday. On motorway 2 miles from home. Temp gauge climbs slowly into red. My usual check at this stage, with no warning lights, is to check the heater, and sure enough, on hot it blows clod. Now i'm worried. get home, turn off. no strange noises, but contrary to the heater test, the top hose is cooler thanbottom, suggesting to me it is cooling. Depressurized the header tank (Very slowly and gingerly. Lots of prssure vented. With cap now off water level normal. Let it cool down, gingerly went for drive. Been totally normal since, everything working normally..

Being rover trained, i'm very mindful of overheating, but at a loss to explain this. Any suggestions, common faults, etc most appreciated.

Cheers exlkrs

New To The Forum, Question About The Puma

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:56:17 +0000

hello all. so im thinking about getting a puma as a trackday toy.

i have a fiesta mk3 - 95 that i was doing up as a project, which has been sitting for years and the rot is too far gone to salvage.

i spent quite a bit of money fitting all new suspension (springs and shocks), upgraged brakes (disc calipers and pads), i even bought a 3 inch front to back straight through exhaust when i considered an rs turbo conversion and an upper front strut brace.

could anyone tell me are any of these parts are cross compatible onto the puma?

too add the discs and calipers are non abs from an xr2i