FG2012XR6T

I have just changed the spark plugs after 9 years, not because of the Ks but time in use. I would recommend earlier than nine years , as the plugs become more difficult to get out, due to some corrosion and crap build up around the plug/socket. The electrode was very clean on all plugs , shows how well these engines run.

The stock ford cabin filter in my 2012 XRT is only a fine gauze. I just replaced it with a WESFIL brand--Supercheap order- pollen quality and noticed the much reduced air flow compared to the stock filter, even though it was installed the correct way. Has anyone else had a similar outcome after in installing a much finer filter type? Cheers

Any ideas how to remove/replace the nozzles without removing the complete full length panel that they plug into , 2012 XR6T FG model One of mine broke off during attempted removal/cleaning Cheers

Now that I have had a closer look at the " blind Screw" under a decent light- it was dead easy--that was a bit embarrassing being so easy. Thanks for the input--Cheers

Thanks Puffwagon, you are a gem. Their was a bit a confusion / clarity about this clamps removal. I will give the cap removal a try. Cheers

Yes you are right there --Sh...t.-- clamps. Probably found them on a Ford left over "not to used again' parts shelf on the assembly line Cheers

Thanks OZY____ Three of the hose clamps are normal screw type one , but the other three are cone shaped head with a circular centre --neither hex or spline key ones. See attached

Hi masda, How did you manage with the large Induction hose clamps with their special clips, buy the tools at Super-cheap or Autobahn? Cheer's

I would think that to do a good job , it would have to come off. Mine was done at Ford and the full job took 2 full days. A question for the more experienced guys who strip down these engines. " I too do not tolerate oil leaks as it takes the 'shine' off a good car."

The 2012 FG-T uses a quality silicone sealant only on the front timing cover in the factory Assembly process. But unfortunately the robot machine feed tube clogged during assembly ( went unnoticed ) on many engine assemblies. Mine was one, causing a very slow oil seep/leak and was fixed by Ford after a lot of pushing for me. Is all good now. German or Japanese sealants make the best brands of Silicon sealants.

Just did a 1100km trip down to South West WA , with some mixed driving conditions, dirt roads ( slow ), some undulating hills. I was very impressed with the Fuel use over that period with air conditioned on, warm outside air intake ( not great for Economy ) and still managed to get 8.6ltr/100km over that 1100 km trip. Very good for a 4-ltr turbo running on 95 octane. Round town only varies a lot, as to be expected -

Thanks masda... It is much lower down than the non-T version, and seems to require more disassembly of the ducting etc. I will revisit it again --just cautious about the sensing mechanisms.

Hi TurboT... Did you get any responses on this post about the FG being in different more --hidden-- location the TB to the initial post

That high idle do not sound right for a big straight 6. My 4yr old XR6T Z auto idles at 600 rpm no matter what the temp ( outside and engine temp) is its rock solid. That is one thing I have been impressed with given its is a turbo as well. I would tend to agree with K31th in the above post. throttle body clean out.

Interesting reading guys, I have been contaminating a suitable replacement, but keep coming back to the great value robust good torque 4ltr turbo XR6T. Sure the handling is not be as good the Audi 4WD, AMGs or BMW, but the $$$ will surely get you across in all aspects. So happy to stay with the XRT until something better comes along that ticks all the boxes for me. I did like the C63 AMG for a while there.

PTR_NitroFG The new one was a 620 cca , plus I always keep my batteries fully charged on all devices/ equipment and get usually > 3-4yrs out of all my batteries. ( except cheap drill batteries )

Johnxr6t A new battery was fitted 2 months ago after 4 years out of the old original battery. A poor condition battery was the cause of a random Air Bag fault on startup though. A reset ON/OFF of the entry and mobilization with the remote key has done the trick this time---fingers crossed

Has anyone had the center LCD panel on a FG 2012 on startup and "System Comms Fault " displayed . All other instruments are OK and car starts and runs normal.

Not much point worrying about until the engine is run in ( up to 20KKm with average driving ), I can get 8.5-9L/100 on highway and 12-13L/100 around town average on 95 octane City stop/start driving for any large displacement car is always not so good. Its still very good for a potent comfortable car.

That was a very helpful post put up by PlatinumPM about how to access the driver door switch set. Will save people at lot of trouble and time to fix what appears to be a common problem. Doggy supplier of electrical parts to Ford.

Thanks for the reply Pazzo, that is reassuring. I have had a few bad repairs done by Expensive Daewoo in the past on my V8 under warranty, so I am very cautious they may introduce other problems to a perfectly good motor.

My near new FGXR6T also has a oil leak coming from the right side, mid level front ---back of the timing cover- I have taken to a Ford dealer for them to check out. They said that the leak is coming from above the timing case cover which requires dismantling front of the engine. My concern that they will introduce more problems due the amount of engine components that have to be removed to enable them to reseal the timing case. Since this is a common issue with the FG's, has anyone else had a fully sucessful repair done to fix this leak. I was thinking about just putting up with and keep wiping it every month or so.?