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FORD AUTOTEAM 

THE MAGAZINE FOR ALL FORD DEALER STAFF ISSUE 6/2016

EDITORIAL 

Celebrating Success 

and Looking Forward 

It’s been a great 2016, not only for us here at the Henry Ford Academy, but for 

the Ford brand as a whole. Ford have come out of a challenging period for the 

automotive industry and are now enjoying great success. Our vehicles are 

more popular than ever, with Fiesta and Transit topping the sales charts and 

global profits have exceeded all expectations. 

While everyone in the Ford family should be extremely proud of this success, we 

cannot stand still. Here at the Academy, we are continually striving to improve 

and expand our training. Our courses are constantly evolving and our team is 

always looking to make improvements to everything we do. Our commitment to 

training for Dealer staff at every level remains firm and this is demonstrated by 

the Basic Electrics and Electronics course covered on page 12, while our 

commitment to new technology is discussed in the Henry Ford Academy News 

section on page 36. 

It’s not just the Henry Ford Academy that is embracing new technology though. 

Turn to page 18 and you can get a glimpse at the stunning All-new Fiesta. This 

iconic vehicle goes from strength to strength and the latest generation model 

features more technology than ever. It demonstrates our commitment to 

serving all types of customer, with the Fiesta Active set to 

kick-off a whole new range of crossover vehicles. 

2017 looks to be another great year for Ford, with our Parts and Accident Repair 

Centre curriculums launching, so keep an eye out for more great training 

opportunities in the coming year. 

Mark Jones 

Manager, Henry Ford Academy 

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from local practice, the latter should apply. 

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policy is one of continuous development and no liability can be 

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shown may not be to exact UK specification. Competitive 

manufacturers may change their specification and pricing at short 

notice. Some articles in Autoteam may not therefore reflect the short 

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2 FORD AUTOTEAM 6/2016

CONTENT 

CAR AND VAN 

Stay Switched On 12 

Electronics are becoming ever more integral to Ford vehicles; are you equipped 

to work with them? 

Technical Networking 20 

Technical Service Dealer Clinics are a great way to keep on top of the latest 

developments. 

BODY 

Tackling Corrosion 22 

Correct repair of corrosion is vital, so we take a look at the process. 

SERVICE 

Quick Lane Goes Digital 25 

Quick Lane results show a strong increase in all-new retail custom. 

FORD eCHECK Video Reporting - Unleash your Service Potential 32 

FORD eCHECK Video Reporting is taking the nation by storm – do you have it yet? 

Tyre Safety Month - 2016 33 

Ford link up with TyreSafe to support the annual Tyre Safety Month campaign. 

PARTS 

FordEcat Refreshed 21 

The all-new FordEcat is much more than just a parts catalogue. 

Perfect Parking 26 

Xvision rear Parking Distance Control (PDC) kits could help you to increase profits. 

Mustang Must-Haves 29 

There are some great accessories available for Mustang, so let’s take a look at 

one of the most useful – the Wind Deflector. 

SALES 

KA+ is Ascot Favourite 4 

KA+ offers driving dynamics based on the Fiesta in a practical, great value package. 

New Ford Kuga 8 

Ford’s SUV family is strengthened by the additions of the new Ford Kuga, 

Kuga ST-Line and the upscale Ford Kuga Vignale. 

GENERAL 

Fords Dominate RallyFest 16 

Classic Fords of all shapes starred at the Wales Rally GB RallyFest event, held at 

Cholmondeley Castle in October. 

Icon Reimagined 18 

Ford has revealed the next generation Ford Fiesta – the world’s most technologically 

advanced small car – at a special Go Further event in Cologne, Germany. 

Ford Masters Apprenticeship Programme 34 

We look at the Apprentice Levy and how it could impact your learners. 

Henry Ford Academy News 36 

All the latest news from Ford’s purpose-built training facility. 

Ford Performance 38 

The FIA World Endurance Championship, IMSA Weathertech Sportscar 

Championship and FIA World Rallycross have all reached their exciting climaxes. 

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SALES 

KA+ offers driving 

dynamics based on the 

Fiesta in a practical, 

great value package. 

KA+ is Ascot Favourite 

The KA+ offers Dealerships the 

opportunity to sell to a whole 

new customer base. Using the 

great underpinnings of the 

Fiesta, KA+ offers technology, safety, 

economy and practicality to customers 

who may not have experienced the Ford 

brand before. KA+ is manufactured at 

Ford’s biggest and most advanced 

production facility at Sanand in India. 

Ford Live KA+, held at Ascot, Aintree 

and Edinburgh, was a chance for 

delegates to see what KA+ is all about 

and gain the skills they need to take 

advantage of the opportunity this great 

new vehicle represents. 

The impressive Queen Anne Enclosure greeted 

delegates as they arrived at Ascot. 

Delegates being introduced to 

Ford Live. 


SALES 

An autotest gave delegates the chance to put their driving skills to the test. 

Daily Driver 

The Daily Driver Experience was a 

chance for delegates to get behind the 

wheel of KA+ and see exactly what it 

offers to customers. This session was 

split into two different elements. The 

first was an autotest, where a special 

course was laid out to put the 

manoeuvrability of KA+ to the test. 

The course featured tight turns and 

reversing tests, with delegates given 

points, not only for their driving skills, 

but also for their knowledge on KA+. 

Prizes were awarded to the team that 

scored the highest number of points. 

The second part of the session saw 

the delegates take to the roads 

around Ascot, completing a 30 minute 

drive, where they got to experience 

KA+ on a variety of different roads and 

have their knowledge tested even 

further by the trainers that 

accompanied them. Testing KA+ in 

the real world gave delegates a real 

taste of what the vehicle offers, 

enabling them to give customers the 

expert advice that will help them 

choose KA+. 

Prizes were awarded to the autotest 

winners. 

There was a chance to take KA+ out on to the road to really get a feel for this new vehicle. 


SALES 

KA+ Story 

This session was, again, broken down into 

two elements; where the group was split in 

order to look at two different aspects of 

KA+. In one part of the session; KA+ Up- 

Close, they got to look at KA+ and discuss 

the differences between the Studio and 

Zetec trim levels. Correctly identifying the 

differences between the models is vital, as 

it will demonstrate to customers that you 

have a good knowledge of our products, 

giving them confidence in you and our 

brand. While KA+ is offered as a lower cost 

vehicle, that doesn’t mean that it is short of 

technology. This part of the session allowed 

delegates to look at some of the equipment 

available, such as the DAB audio on KA+ 

Zetec, or optional extras such as climate 

control and the City Pack. 

KA+ shares many of the great driving 

dynamics of Fiesta. 

In addition, KA+ Up-Close discussed 

how KA+ compares to the Fiesta, with 

which it shares its underpinnings. 

Understanding how the models differ is 

really important when it comes to being 

able to sell those differences in a positive 

way. While KA+ is aimed at buyers looking 

for a more cost effective vehicle, the fact 

that it offers the great driving dynamics of 

Fiesta is a real selling point. Fiesta is a 

class-leading vehicle, so KA+ benefits from 

the technology and development that has 

gone into it, while offering customers a 

unique product in its own right. The use of 

some of Fiesta’s dynamic features and 

even the same leather steering wheel, help 

to give KA+ a premium feel. 

The second part of KA+ Story 

highlighted the strengths of the technology 

included in KA+ even further, as delegates 

got the chance to look at some rival 

vehicles. They discussed their expectations 

of each of the rival products, what each 

brand means to customers, as well as what 

might make people choose these vehicles. 

One thing that the session really 

demonstrated is just how much technology 

and quality KA+ packs when compared to 

the competition. 

Delegates got the opportunity to 

look at rival vehicles in detail. 

Delegates could explore KA+ in detail 

throughout the day. 


SALES 

KA+ offers practicality and value. 

Trainers were on hand to help delegates get the most from the day. 

Inside KA+ 

As with the other sessions, Inside KA+ 

was broken down into two elements. 

The first was KA+ Challenge, where 

delegates got the chance to get to grips 

with the technology in KA+. Working in 

teams, each of which had their own 

vehicle to explore, the trainer set a 

series of challenges designed to help 

delegates better understand the 

technology and features found within 

KA+. The challenges included 

answering questions to test delegate’s 

knowledge, as well as testing their 

ability to use the features within the 

vehicle, connecting mobile devices and 

identifying storage. Understanding the 

technology and features of KA+ is vital 

to being able to give your customers all 

the information they need and to show 

them why it is the vehicle for them. 

TPMS. If you can demonstrate how the 

technology in a vehicle has helped you, 

or even someone you know, the 

customer will be able to relate to the 

benefits it may bring to them much 

more easily. This personalised 

approach will help you to build a 

lasting relationship. 

Great Opportunity 

The final Ford Live of 2016 offered 

delegates the chance to experience 

just what makes KA+ such an 

important vehicle. The sub-B segment 

is a great growth area for Ford and 

KA+ offers technology, driving 

enjoyment, low running costs and 

class-leading space, all for a great 

price. 

Radio handsets were used to connect 

all delegates together to test their 

ability to use the features within the 

vehicle, connecting mobile devices and 

identifying storage. 

Technology Stories 

The second part of Inside KA+ was a 

classroom session; Technology 

Stories, where delegates got to 

discuss some of the features of KA+ 

and the importance of presenting 

those features to our customers in the 

right way. The “feature, advantage, 

benefit” approach is a useful basis for 

selling; where you describe a feature, 

the advantages it gives and then the 

benefits for the customer. However, 

while this gives the customer the 

information, using your own 

experience to engage with the 

customer on a personal level is much 

more effective. 

This session challenged delegates 

to draw on their personal experiences 

to create a scenario where they could 

really sell a feature, such as MyKey or 

Technology Stories session helped delegates to improve the way they sell the 

benefits of KA+. 


SALES 

Ford’s SUV family is 

strengthened by the 

additions of the New Ford 

Kuga, Kuga ST-Line and the 

upscale Ford Kuga Vignale. 

New Ford Kuga 

“New Kuga offers cuttingedge 

new features and 

technologies that will help 

drivers stay connected, 

comfortable, safe and stylish 

on the road. The sophisticated 

redesign has given Kuga a 

fresh and modern feel, while 

SYNC 3 enables drivers to 

communicate with their 

vehicle and connected devices 

in seamless ways that would 

have seemed impossible just a 

few years ago.” 

Joe Bakaj, Vice President, Product 

Development, Ford of Europe. 

The New Kuga has undergone a 

number of changes, from 

cutting-edge features, 

enhanced safety and comfort, 

to a stylish on-road presence. For the 

first time, the most comprehensive 

Kuga line-up ever will include a Ford 

Performance inspired Kuga ST-Line and 

a luxurious, premium Ford Kuga Vignale. 

The new line-up is expected to further 

boost European Kuga sales in an 

increasingly popular SUV marketplace. 

Design 

Exterior changes to the New Kuga 

significantly differentiate it from the 

outgoing model, utilising Ford’s latest 

design language. The New Kuga now 

has a bold and sporty look similar to 

that of the EcoSport and Edge. 

Key exterior features include: 

n Large trapezoidal upper grille 

n Smaller lower grille 

n Stylish wide-set fog lights 

n Sleek looking Bi-Xenon Headlamps 

with Adaptive Lighting and Integrated 

LED day running lights 

n Narrow, restyled tail lamps 

n New range of 17 – 19-inch alloy 

wheels 

n 2 new exterior colours (Guard Grey 

and Copper Pulse). 

Maintaining the attractive look of the 

New Kuga, a power-operated 

retractable tow bar is available. This 

neat feature stores itself out of sight 

below the rear bumper when not in use. 

The New Kuga can also be fitted with a 

Hands Free Tailgate; the tailgate can be 

opened and closed by waving a foot 

under the rear bumper. This feature has 

proven extremely popular across 

Europe with more than 1-in-3 Kuga 

customers specifying it. 


SALES 

Inside the cabin of the New Kuga, the 

interior has been carefully designed to 

provide occupants with a more refined 

experience. The ergonomics have been 

improved with intuitive air-conditioning 

controls, a new three-spoke steering 

wheel that has easily distinguishable 

buttons and switches for ease of 

operation and satin chrome finishing 

touches to help reduce in-car reflections. 

A heated leather steering wheel is also 

available for added comfort on cold days 

and models fitted with an automatic 

transmission come with automatic 

paddle shift. 

For the first time, an electronic parking 

brake is available which can be activated 

via a large push/pull switch at the front 

of the centre console. The electronic 

parking brake helps free up space for the 

centre console, which has two large 

cupholders and a convenient stowage 

area with sliding cover. 

Key interior features include: 

n Ergonomic three-spoke steering wheel 

n Electronic parking brake 

n Large centre console 

n Ford SYNC 3 with voice control and 

touchscreen. 

SYNC 3 

The New Kuga is fitted with the faster 

performing SYNC 3 connectivity system 

and a capacitive 8-inch touch screen. 

The simplified user interface of SYNC 3 is 

split into three sections for navigation, 

audio and phone; at the bottom of the 

screen there is a clear-to-understand 

menu bar with large buttons. The 

capacitive 8-inch touch screen can be 

used in a similar way to a mobile phone 

or tablet’s screen, with pinch and swipe 

gestures providing a more user-friendly 

interface. 

Helping drivers to seamlessly 

integrate their phones with SYNC 3, both 

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay can be 

used for a safer, smarter way to use 

mobile devices in the car. SYNC 3 also 

delivers AppLink, enabling voiceactivation 

of smartphone apps such as 

Spotify and Glympse. 

New interior 

features. 

To achieve this, the system takes into 

account ambient light conditions, the 

vehicle’s speed, steering angle and the 

distance to objects in front of the 

vehicle. In extreme weather conditions 

the system can shorten and widen the 

headlight beam to reduce on-road glare 

that may affect other drivers. 

Active City Stop now operates at 

speeds of up to 31mph (increased from 

19mph). The system uses sensors at the 

front of the vehicle to look for stationary 

objects in the road ahead. If the vehicle 

approaches an object too quickly, the 

brakes are pre-charged; finally, if the 

driver still does not respond, the system 

automatically applies the brakes to 

reduce the impact or avoid it altogether. 

Convenient Parking 

The advanced driver assistance 

technology of Active Park Assist 

(enhanced) is now available on New 

Kuga. New perpendicular parking 

functionality enhances the semiautonomous 

Active Park Assist system 

which was specified by almost half of 

Kuga customers in 2015. 

Visibility and Safety 

For the first time Ford’s Adaptive Front 

Lighting System is available on Kuga. 

Bi-Xenon Headlamps with Adaptive 

Lighting automatically optimise visibility 

of the road ahead by adjusting the beam 

angle to one of seven settings. 

Bi-Xenon Headlamps 

with Adaptive Lighting. 


SALES 

Powertrains 

The New Kuga features the latest 

EcoBoost petrol and TDCi diesel 

engines from Ford, offering excellent 

performance, low CO2 emissions and 

running costs. For the first time, Kuga 

will be available with an economical 

120PS 1.5-litre TDCi diesel engine with 

six-speed manual transmission and 

front-wheel drive. An automatic 

PowerShift variant will be added in 

January. The 1.5-litre TDCi will be the 

most fuel efficient engine with 

combined fuel economy figures of: 

urban 58.9mpg, extra urban 67.3mpg, 

and combined 64.2mpg. 

Intelligent All-Wheel Drive is 

available with both petrol and diesel 

engines (see table). Intelligent 

All-Wheel Drive helps enhance the 

safety of the vehicle by adjusting the 

amount of torque sent to each wheel; 

this in turn optimises handling, stability, 

and traction in slippery conditions. 

Powertrain Options 

Engine Transmission Power (PS) Torque (Nm) CO2 (g/km) 

1.5l EcoBoost (Start/Stop) FWD M6 120 240 145 

1.5l EcoBoost (Start/Stop) FWD M6 150 240 145 

1.5l EcoBoost AWD A6 182 240 173 

1.5l TDCi FWD M6 120 270 115 

2.0l TDCi FWD M6 150 370 122 

2.0l TDCi AWD M6 150 370 135 

2.0l TDCi AWD PowerShift 150 370 134 

2.0l TDCi AWD M6 180 400 135 

2.0l TDCi AWD PowerShift 180 400 134 

Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. 


SALES 

Kuga ST-Line 

For those looking for a bold, sporty 

looking SUV with engaging driving 

dynamics inspired by Ford 

Performance, there is the Kuga ST-Line. 

Kuga ST-Line joins the recent line-up of 

Fiesta ST-Line, Focus ST-Line and 

Mondeo ST-Line models. 

Key features that give Kuga ST-Line its 

unique look include: 

n Upper grille finished in high-gloss 

Ebony Black; honeycomb design for 

the lower front grille in high-gloss 

Ebony Black; unique matching sports 

mesh finish on the fog lamp bezels 

n Body coloured front skid plate, sideskirts, 

mirror caps, door handles, door 

cladding and wheel arches; highgloss 

Ebony Black rear skid plate; 

black roof rails 

n ST-Line badging on front wings 

n Unique 18-inch 5x2 spoke Dark 

Machine alloy wheels 

n Unique partial leather sport seat 

design with contrast stitching on the 

seats, gear knob gaiter and steering 

wheel; ST-Line floor mats with 

contrast stitching; dark headliner, 

alloy pedals 

n Sports suspension. 

Chassis and vehicle dynamics of the 

Kuga ST-Line are enhanced through 

thicker anti-roll bars and a 10mm lower 

ride height for reduced body roll and 

fun-to-drive handling. The suspension is 

further optimised using stiffer 

suspension bushes, combined with 

spring and damper rates that have been 

finely tuned for both comfort and 

performance. For a tighter, more 

Kuga ST-Line with Options. 

responsive and sporty steering 

sensation, the Electronic Power 

Assisted Steering (EPAS) system has 

been specially calibrated. 

All powertrains will be offered on 

Kuga ST-Line apart from the 120PS 

1.5-litre EcoBoost. 

Ford Kuga Vignale 

Expanding the Vignale model portfolio, 

the New Ford Kuga Vignale will help to 

meet growing consumer demand for 

upmarket SUVs. The Ford Kuga Vignale 

delivers a premium specification and 

exclusivity with the unique pearlescent 

Vignale colour – Milano Grigio, Vignale 

hexagonal front grille, a luxurious 

interior with quilted Windsor leather 

seats and sophisticated technologies 

such as SYNC 3 and Bi-Xenon 

Headlamps with Adaptive Lighting 

fitted as standard. 

Powertrain options for the Ford Kuga 

Vignale include the 182PS 1.5-litre 

EcoBoost, 150PS 2.0-litre TDCi and 

180PS 2.0-litre TDCi. 

Key standard features include: 

n 18-inch alloy wheels 

n Vignale body styling kit 

n Bi-Xenon Headlamps with Adaptive 

Lighting 

n LED tail lamps 

n Power fold mirrors 

n Full leather seats 

n Ford SYNC 3 with navigation and 

Premium Sound System 

n Quickclear Heated Windscreen 

n Electronic parking brake 

n Dual electronic automatic 

temperature control. 

With the New Ford Kuga, Kuga ST-Line 

and Ford Kuga Vignale, Ford’s SUV 

range will be considerably strengthened 

helping to achieve a projected 200,000 

European SUV sales in 2016; an 

increase of over 58,000 from 2015. 

Ford Kuga Vignale in 

Milano Grigio with Options. 


CAR AND VAN 

Electronics are becoming ever 

more integral to Ford vehicles; 

are you equipped to work with 

them? 

Stay Switched On 

With each new generation 

of Ford vehicle, 

electronics become more 

and more important, so it 

is vital that Technicians are able to 

keep up with these changes. A 

Technician’s daily activities now 

involve working on electrical systems 

on a regular basis, so Basic Electrics 

and Electronics (T50.1E) has been 

designed to give delegates an 

understanding of the basic principles 

of electricity, how they can be related 

to the latest technology in Ford 

products and how to get the most out 

of the tools at their disposal. 

Before attending, delegates are asked 

to complete eLearning modules, which 

cover a large amount of underpinning 

knowledge, allowing delegates to focus 

on learning new skills. The course starts 

with a test to assess what they have 

understood from the eLearning. This 

allows the Henry Ford Academy’s 

trainers to better understand the skill 

level of the delegates, in order to give 

them the most beneficial learning 

experience. Following this initial 

assessment, the course moves on to the 

basic tools associated with performing 

diagnostics on vehicle electrical 

systems. 

Tools of the Trade 

As a Technician, you have a number of tools 

at your disposal; from a simple Digital Multi- 

Meter (DMM), to wiring diagrams and 

oscilloscopes. With all diagnostic tools, the 

information that comes out is only as good 

as the information that is input in the first 

place, so T50.1E gives delegates the skills 

they need to get the most from these 

diagnostic tools and processes. Ensuring you 

follow the correct steps could be as simple 

as making sure that you wait for the modules 

in a vehicle to fully power down before 

taking current draw measurements. Getting 

this right will ensure that you get the best 

answer from your electrical diagnostics. 


CAR AND VAN 

A multi-meter is probably the most important tool for diagnosing electrical faults. 

Practical exercises help delegates to 

develop their diagnostic skills. 

One of the most important diagnostic 

aids is actually one of the simplest 

electrical tools available; the DMM. 

Sessions throughout the two day course 

give delegates guidance on how to 

correctly use a DMM, explaining how it 

gives Technicians the ability to measure 

a wide variety of parameters; such as 

voltage, current and resistance. However, 

if the information gained from those 

parameters is not interpreted correctly, it 

can lead to misdiagnosis. Activities in the 

classroom and workshop cover how to 

correctly connect the DMM to the 

vehicle, including using the correct type 

of probe, as well as methods of 

measuring voltage, current or resistance 

in order to aid Technicians in different 

diagnostic situations. 

Another useful, but often underused, 

tool in the Technician’s toolbox is the 

oscilloscope, built into FordEtis IDS. This 

offers a range of diagnostic capability 

that a DMM cannot give, including 

capturing live or switching data. With 

Contoller Area Network Bus (CAN) 

technology now integrated widely into 

Ford vehicles and factory data available 

through for comparison, an oscilloscope 

can be a valuable tool when trying to 

diagnose electrical faults. In addition to 

these tools, the dangers of power probes 

are also discussed. Whilst these may 

appear to be a useful tool, their use 

should be avoided where possible. 

Incorrect use of a power probe could 

lead to damage of vehicle modules, or 

even deployment of airbags, so extreme 

caution is required. 

Understanding the Basics 

One of the key elements of T50.1E is to 

confirm delegates understanding of the 

fundamental principles of electricity, 

including Ohm’s and Watt’s Laws. An 

understanding of these basic principles 

helps delegates to understand how 

systems work in order to diagnose 

faults. There are a series of activities 

that make use of circuit boards, 

allowing delegates to construct some 

example circuits to help them visualise 

the theories in action. They are then 

able to carry out simple calculations to 

help them understand voltage drop, 

resistance and current flow. These 

principles are ones that many 

Technicians may not have encountered 

in the past, but that can be very useful. 

For example, by using the wiring 

diagrams for a particular system, it 

should be possible to work out the 

resistance that should be present, 

helping the Technician to identify 

exactly where a fault may be occurring. 

Parallel circuits are used widely in automotive applications as, even if one 

component has failed, the others in the circuit will continue to function. 


CAR AND VAN 

In addition, the circuit board exercises 

are utilised to help delegates gain a 

better understanding of the differences 

between series, parallel and mixed 

circuits. Parallel circuits are used widely 

in automotive applications, as they offer 

a number of advantages. A useful 

example of this is headlamp bulbs 

which, if connected in series, a single 

bulb failure could cause complete 

headlamp failure. Connecting them in 

parallel means that, if one bulb fails, the 

other will continue to function. 

Understanding these fundamental 

principles of electricity and circuit 

design is vital when diagnosing faults in 

the much more complex systems found 

in Ford vehicles as, no matter how 

complex the system in the vehicle may 

appear; it is still built on these basic 

principles. 

Voltage Drop 

A voltage drop test can be a really 

useful way of diagnosing an issue with a 

vehicle. Doing simple voltage checks 

with a DMM at various points within a 

circuit can be a great indication of 

where there may be a fault. When 

carrying out this process, the circuit that 

is being tested should be switched on 

and the first stage is to check the 

battery, as this is your data reference. 

The voltage at the point of concern can 

then be checked; a headlight bulb for 

example. If this is lower than expected 

(remember, it might not have the same 

voltage as the battery, some voltage 

drop is normal), it may be that there is 

Measuring voltage drop at multiple points in a circuit can help to diagnose faults 

more effectively. 

an issue with the bulb. If the voltage is 

normal at this point, this can be ruled 

out and then other parts of the circuit 

checked with the DMM to try and 

pinpoint the fault. 

T50.1E gives delegates the skills to 

carry out these types of diagnostic 

tasks with a number of activities, both 

in the classroom and workshop, and 

these form part of the course 

assessment. The tasks cover basic 

voltage tests, also considering some 

of the features found in modern 

vehicles. A good example of this is 

Pulse Width Modulation, which is used 

to regulate voltage and preserve 

components, such as a headlamp 

bulb. 

Batteries and Charging Systems 

While the battery may seem like a 

component that has changed little over 

the years, there have been significant 

developments that have increased 

battery performance. In addition, the way 

the battery is monitored and charged has 

also changed dramatically in recent 

years. T50.1E helps to give delegates a 

basic understanding of how the battery 

works from a chemical perspective, as 

well as outlining the different types of 

battery they may find when working on 

different vehicles. Improvements in 

battery design have led to increased 

efficiency, both in size and performance, 

so it is important for Technicians to be 

aware of these changes. 

Workshop activities allow delegates to put their theoretical knowledge into practice. 

Understanding the principles of how a 

battery works can assist with diagnosing 

faults. The negative electrodes are made 

from lead (Pb), the positive electrodes 

are made of lead dioxide (PbO2), while 

the electrolyte contains Sulfuric Acid 

(H2SO4). 


CAR AND VAN 

In addition, methods of charging 

and jump starting need to be 

considered carefully. There are a 

number of practices that should be 

followed when working with 

batteries and charging equipment: 

Hints and Tips 

n When charging the battery, you 

should earth using the vehicle 

body and not the negative battery 

terminal to avoid issues with the 

Battery Monitoring System (BMS) 

n When you fit a new battery, 

always reset the BMS 

n Jump starting should be avoided 

where possible, as it can cause 

voltage spikes that could damage 

the vehicle electrical system. If 

jump starting is necessary, ensure 

you use the dedicated jump post 

and not the battery negative 

terminal (refer to owners manual 

or FordEtis for guidance) 

n The top of the battery should be 

kept clean and dry to avoid 

additional current drain caused 

by terminal shorting. 

The course incorporates a number 

of activities to assist Technicians 

with understanding how to 

correctly maintain the battery and 

charging system. This includes 

understanding battery labelling, as 

well as an assessment task 

designed to assist them with using 

the Ford approved battery testing 

equipment. 

Practical assessments are included to help delegates demonstrate their skills. 

Wiring Harness Repair 

Sometimes an electrical fault may require 

a more substantial repair to be made. In 

some instances, a faulty wiring harness 

may be easily removed and replaced, 

while in other cases, a repair to the 

existing harness may have to be made. 

There are a number of tools that can 

help with this and T50.1E gives delegates 

all the information they need on how to 

correctly repair a wiring harness, 

including how to find repair information 

in FordEtis, as well as practical exercises 

where delegates can practice making 

repairs to improve their skills. 

Getting Involved 

Basic Electrics and Electronics 

(T50.1E) helps delegates to 

broaden their understanding of 

electrics and electronic systems, 

giving them the tools they need to 

work with all aspects of modern 

vehicles. For more information, or to 

book your place on the course, 

contact the Henry Ford Academy on 

01327 305232, or email 

hfacad@ford.com 

FordEtis is a valuable resource to help locate specific wiring harness features, as well 

as wiring diagrams and repair information. 

Diagnosing electrical faults requires a 

methodical approach. 


GENERAL 

Classic Fords of all shapes 

starred at the Wales Rally GB 

RallyFest event, held at 

Cholmondeley Castle in October. 

Fords Dominate RallyFest 

The Ford brand has been 

associated with rallying for many 

decades and, while the 

penultimate round of the World 

Rally Championship thundered through 

the forests of Wales in October, the rally 

organisers hosted RallyFest at 

Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire, where 

fans could get up-close to some of the 

greatest rally cars of all time. 

Group B Heroes 

The main event of RallyFest was a 

display of cars from the flame-spitting 

Group B era. This iconic period saw 

manufacturers going all-out to produce 

some of the fastest and wildest rally 

cars of all time. The horsepower arms 

race ultimately ended in tragedy, with a 

number of serious accidents resulting in 

the banning of Group B cars at the end 

of 1986. 

Despite the dangers, this era has gone 

down as one of the greatest periods in 

rallying and the cars are considered 

icons of the sport. One of the most 

recognised Group B shapes is Ford’s 

own RS200, which featured a midmounted, 

turbocharged twin cam 

engine, four-wheel drive and a fibreglass 

body. There were a number of roadgoing 

and rally spec RS200s on display, 

along with an extremely rare Escort 

RS1700T, which was Ford’s first attempt 

at a Group B car. The RS1700T, which 

used a very similar engine to the RS200, 

never made it beyond the prototype 

stage. It became clear to Ford engineers 

that four-wheel driv was essential to 

compete with other manufacturers, so 

the rear-wheel drive RS1700T was 

consigned to the history books. With less 

than 20 cars built, seeing one in the 

metal at RallyFest was a unique 

experience for many showgoers. 

The rare Ford Escort RS1700T features a turbocharged version 

of the Cosworth BDA engine fitted into the MK2 Escort RS1800. 

This Escort RS2000 Kit Car was a star of the British Rally 

Championship in the 1990s. 


GENERAL 

MK1 Escort is a rally legend. 

The Ford RS200 is one of the most iconic cars of the Group B era. 

Opportunities to see Group B cars in 

action are few and far between, so 

fans were privileged to get the chance 

to see them running on a speciallycreated 

rally stage that would also 

play host to the current stars of the 

World Rally Championship as they 

completed their final stage at the end 

of the second day of Wales Rally GB. 

Escort Domination 

Alongside the Group B legends was a 

huge selection of historic rally cars, 

spanning from the 1960s, right up until 

the early part of the 21st century. This 

display was dominated by Ford 

Escorts, with an army of MK1 and MK2 

variants on show. These also took to 

the rally stage, putting on a number of 

demonstration runs. The Escort 

remains popular to this day, with a 

number of the cars in the display still 

working rally cars that compete on 

events all over the world. Their 

success, both in their heyday and 

today has made the Escort the most 

iconic rally car of all time. 

Alongside the MK1 and 2 Escorts, 

many of which were original 

examples driven by the likes of 

Hannu Mikkola and Ari Vatenen, 

there were a number of more modern 

Fords on show. These included a 

Sierra Cosworth from the 1980s and 

two rare Escort F2 Kit Cars from the 

1990s, as well as an Escort World 

Rally Car that had just undergone a 

complete restoration to its original 

1997 livery and specification. 

RallyFest proved a great success, 

attracting around 10,000 spectators 

who were able to see some of the most 

iconic competition vehicles of all time in 

action, as well as witnessing the 

spectacle of the stars in the latest cars 

while they battled for victory in the 

World Rally Championship. 

Fords of all ages starred at Wales 

Rally GB RallyFest. 

Spectators could get up-close to a great selection of rare 

vehicles. 

Sierra RS Cosworth in action on roads that featured in the 

route for Wales Rally GB 2016. 


GENERAL 

Ford has revealed the 

next generation Ford 

Fiesta – the world’s 

most technologically 

advanced small car – 

at a special Go Further 

event in Cologne, 

Germany. 

Icon Reimagined 

Over the last 40 years, Fiesta 

has become one of the most 

iconic cars on our roads. It 

remains the best-selling car in 

Europe, offering excellent driving 

dynamics, style, technology and 

economy. Building on the great qualities 

of previous generation Fiestas, the Allnew 

Fiesta is unveiled with the most 

sophisticated range of driver assistance 

technologies and connectivity features 

ever in a volume small car in Europe. 

Floating high definition touch screen 

features SYNC 3 connectivity. 

Wide Ranging 

Ford revealed four distinctive 

production variants of the Fiesta, 

including the stylish Fiesta Titanium, 

the Ford Performance-inspired Fiesta 

ST-Line, the upscale Fiesta Vignale 

and the Fiesta Active crossover – the 

first in a new line-up of Active 

vehicles to be rolled out across the 

Ford range in years to come. 

“It's because we share our 

customers’ passion for Fiesta that 

we’ve been able to take this iconic 

small car’s lovable, fun and sporty-todrive 

character to the next level, with a 

greater choice of models than ever 

and each with a distinctive 

personality,” said Jim Farley, 

Executive Vice president and 

President, Europe Middle East and 

Africa, Ford Motor Company. "We 

now have a Fiesta option for every 

driver, including the luxurious Fiesta 

Vignale and the Fiesta Active 

crossover, with advanced technologies 

and features that small-car customers 

could only have dreamed of just a few 

years ago." 

Exciting Technology 

Technology is at the heart of Fiesta, with 

its fun-to-drive character enhanced by 

new suspension and Electronic Torque 

Vectoring Control. Cornering grip has 

been improved by 10 per cent with 

braking distances improved by eight per 

cent. It’s not just about driving 

enjoyment though. Fiesta is the first Ford 

to be fitted with Pedestrian Detection 

that can help prevent collisions at night, 

as well as Active Park Assist with brake 

interventions to prevent low-speed 

bumps when parking hands-free. Fiesta 

is also the first Ford to feature a 

premium B&O PLAY Sound System 

alongside SYNC 3 connectivity that is 

supported by a distinctive floating highdefinition 

touchscreen. 

All of this technology is wrapped in an 

elegant exterior, while EcoBoost 

technology will remain at the heart of 

making Fiesta an exciting, yet 

affordable, car to drive. Powertrain 

options include the 140PS 1.0-litre 

EcoBoost, 120PS 1.5-litre TDCi – Fiesta’s 

first high power diesel – and a new sixspeed 

transmission. 


GENERAL 

Fiesta range will feature an upscale Vignale option for the 

first time. 

Fiesta ST-Line is inspired by Ford Performance. 

Global First 

While the Fiesta represents the latest in 

Ford technology, the development 

won’t stop there. In early 2018, building 

on the success of the already multiaward 

winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost 

engine, Ford will be the first 

manufacturer to offer cylinder 

deactivation technology on a three 

cylinder engine. This will deliver reduced 

running costs for 1.0-litre EcoBoost 

customers by automatically stopping 

fuel delivery and valve operation for one 

of the engine’s cylinders in conditions 

where full capacity is not needed, such 

as when coasting or cruising with light 

demand on the engine. The technology 

can disengage or re-engage one 

cylinder in 14 milliseconds – 20 times 

faster than the blink of an eye. 

“Ford has pushed back the boundaries 

of powertrain engineering once again to 

further improve the acclaimed 1.0-litre 

EcoBoost engine and prove that there is 

still untapped potential for even the best 

internal combustion engines to deliver 

better fuel efficiency for customers,” said 

Bob Fascetti, Vice President, Global 

Powertrain Engineering, Ford Motor 

Company. 

New Technologies 

In addition to launching the latest 

Fiesta, Ford also used the Cologne 

event to make an exciting new 

announcement regarding autonomous 

vehicles. Ford is committed to 

innovation and plans to start testing 

autonomous vehicles on European 

roads in 2017. “We have already 

announced plans to use an autonomous 

vehicle for a ride-sharing service in the 

US in 2021 and it is important that we 

extend our testing to Europe,” said 

Thomas Lukaszewicz, manager, 

Automated Driving, Ford of Europe. 

“Rules of the road vary from country to 

country here, traffic signs and road 

layouts are different and drivers are likely 

to share congested roads with cyclists.” 

Keep an eye out for more information 

on the All-new Fiesta in the coming 

months, as Ford continues to be at the 

forefront of innovation and technology. 

Stylish interior features a range of new technologies. 

Fiesta Active is the first in a new range 

of crossover models. 


CAR AND VAN 

Technical Networking 

Technical Service Dealer Clinics are a great way to keep on top of the latest developments. 

The automotive world is 

ever- changing, with more 

advanced technology being 

fitted into each new Ford 

vehicle. As Technicians, it is vital that 

you keep up with these developments, 

not only in new vehicles, but as 

changes are made through the life of a 

vehicle, or as updates to maintenance 

procedures are implemented. 

Technical Service Dealer Clinics help 

to ensure that you receive the latest 

information, as well as giving you an 

opportunity to share your experiences 

with Technicians from all over the UK. 

FordEtis IDS 

The Dealer Clinic was an opportunity 

for delegates to receive an update on 

the ongoing process of improving the 

performance of FordEtis IDS. Dan 

Carter, Technical Services Manager, 

discussed some of the key changes 

that have been made in recent 

months, that have helped to reduce 

issues when Technicians are trying to 

utilise FordEtis IDS. 

It was also an opportunity for 

delegates to relay any concerns back 

to Technical Services, as this feedback 

is vital in the process of continually 

improving the system. Further 

information on the updates to FordEtis 

can be found in Green Top PS/16/153. 

Global Concern Reporting 

The session also looked in more detail 

at different vehicle lines and was an 

opportunity for Technicians to feed 

back any difficulties they may be 

having. Global Concern Reporting 

(GCR) is of real benefit here, as it allows 

Technical Services to build up a good 

understanding of the jobs that 

Technicians may be struggling with. 

You should always ensure that you 

submit a GCR if you are noticing specific 

problems occurring with certain vehicle 

lines, as it will help you and others in the 

network. 

In addition, the session was also an 

opportunity to discuss some of the 

exciting new Ford products that are 

entering the market; including New KA+ 

and New Kuga, as well as SYNC 3 and 

the new EcoBlue diesel engine. 

Understanding these products is vital 

for Technicians, so the Technical 

Service Dealer Clinic is another great 

opportunity to improve your knowledge. 


Technical Service Dealer Clinics are a 

great way to network with other 

Technicians and share resources. It is 

highly recommended that someone 

from your Dealership attends these 

events, as they help you to keep up to 

date with the latest developments. For 

more information contact Daniel Carter, 

Technical Service Manager, on 

dcarte13@ford.com 

Delegates got an insight into the new 

SYNC 3 connectivity system. 


PARTS 

FordEcat Refreshed 

The all-new FordEcat is much more than just a parts catalogue. 

FordEcat is being redesigned for 

2017 so that it offers Dealers an 

even greater service and more 

functionality than ever before. 

The new FordEcat is being developed in 

conjunction with Clifford Thames and is 

built on the latest technology, featuring 

an improved Graphic User Interface 

(GUI), as well as an optimised search 

feature to make finding the right parts 

even easier. 

Enhanced Functionality 

One of the key users of FordEcat is the 

Parts Advisor and the improvements to 

the system will help them to identify the 

required parts from multiple databases, 

such as OEM, Motorcraft or 

remanufactured sources quickly and 

simply. It will display detailed part 

information, including supersessions 

and supersession history, as well as 

providing flexible parts price 

information; allowing discounting of 

specific lines to be included for targeted 

groups or promotions. For the Parts 

Manager, the improved FordEcat will 

give a simple window into Parts, 

Service and Warranty that will enable 

them to support management or 

commercial decisions and strategic 

direction. 

For Service Advisors, the new 

FordEcat will make it easier to identify 

what is needed to carry out a service, 

with a simple menu that will allow the 

creation of shopping lists. FordEcat 

will also be fully integrated with Ford 

eCheck. Service Technicians will be 

able to utilise FordEcat as an 

information source for simple parts 

queries and access to Check Sheet 

Generator. FordEcat will also be 

beneficial for Warranty, supporting 

the claim process by providing 

approved warranty menus and 

general parts and labour information. 

From a parts distribution 

perspective, FordEcat will facilitate 

the simple identification of parts, 

including the parts information and 

discounting functionality noted 

above. It will also allow the creation 

of quotations for customers, which 

will be printable with customer details and 

embedded Dealer information. 

Key Benefits 

Just some of the benefits of the new 

FordEcat are detailed below: 

n Supports the workflow through the 

Service and Parts department within the 

Dealership 

n Provides up-to-date and accurate data 

(Gold Source) 

n Quick and comprehensive 

n Supported by a professional multilingual 

service desk 

n Available in all main European 

languages 

n Used within more than 50 major markets 

n Available in DVD and online versions 

n Fully supports IMT’s with FordEcat+ 

version. 

For more information on the all-new 

FordEcat, which is due to launch in 

February 2017, contact the FordEcat help 

desk on 01277 252301 or email 

EcatHelp@ford.com 


BODY 

These images show where corrosion may occur; where water may become trapped, or where parts may rub together. 

Tackling Corrosion 

Correct repair of corrosion is vital, so we take a look at the process. 

Despite all the protective 

measures that are incorporated 

during the design and 

manufacture of Ford vehicles; 

from the careful choice of materials, to 

paint and underbody protection, vehicle 

corrosion can never be entirely 

prevented. The last two decades have 

seen significant improvements in this 

area, meaning that pitting and rust 

perforation are rare on modern vehicles. 

Nevertheless, there are occasionally 

cases – usually if the rust is spotted too 

late and no remedial action has been 

taken – where the corrosion has to be 

professionally removed at your Ford 

Accident Repair Centre. This repair 

procedure, based around that outlined 

in TSB 15/1032, should help to deal with 

light body corrosion repairs. 

Ford have worked in conjunction with 

well-known paint and body repair 

suppliers such as Wieländer and Schill, 

Cromax, Spies Hecker and Standox to 

develop specific repair procedures to 

deal with pitting corrosion or 

perforation. A special 2K epoxy putty 

has been developed by Wieländer and 

Schill, which enables extensive load 

bearing repairs to be made which 

provide excellent final strength. The 

material is temperature resistant, has a 

high mechanical load capacity and is 

easy to grind, making it ideally suited to 

these types of repair. 

It is important to note, however, that 

should the visible perforation exceed 

the maximum outer diameter of 5mm, 

the application of the 2K epoxy putty is 

not recommended. If the corroded area 

is larger than this, it may be more cost 

effective to replace the panel. You 

should also ensure that, before the 

epoxy putty is applied, the edges of the 

perforated metal are set down if 

possible. This will ensure a sufficient 

adhesion between the putty and metal 

surface. 


BODY 

Typical examples of pitting or smaller 

patches of rust perforation on flat 

surfaces. Shown here: top edge of 

door (1) and boot lid with handle 

removed (2). 

Preparation 

Once you have visually inspected the 

corroded area and are happy that it 

can be repaired, you should mask off 

the surrounding areas to protect the 

paint from damage during the repair 

process. The corroded area can then 

be cleaned up using a narrow, coarse 

rotating wire brush or other similar 

tool. You should ensure that you 

remove all traces of the corrosion 

before proceeding any further with 

the repair. The panel needs to be 

clean in order for the epoxy putty to 

bond to the surface metal. You can 

use 40 grit sand paper to further 

prepare the surface, before final 

cleaning with a suitable solvent. 

The 2K epoxy putty consists of 

metal powder and a polyesterbased 

curing agent. You should 

always follow the manufacturer’s 

instructions when preparing and 

mixing the putty before application. 

It can be applied using a spatula, or 

by using a mechanically driven 1K 

cartridge piston, but the use of a 

compressed air-driven cartridge 

pistol is not permitted. Once the 

putty has been applied to the repair 

area, any surplus should be 

removed, before it is left to cure for 

10 minutes at 20°C. Remember not 

to apply too much filler, as this will 

increase curing times. You can 

always add more putty later if 

required. 

Once the 10 minute curing time 

has passed, to aid with the curing 

process, you can use a radiation 

dryer or a hot hair gun, but you 

should avoid placing the hot air gun 

too close to the repair. Excessive 

heat may cause the epoxy putty to 

lose its adhesion properties or go 

brittle, which would require the area 

to be cleaned and the putty 

reapplied. You should carefully heat 

the repair area to 40°C for 10 

minutes, followed by a second heat 

treatment of 10 minutes at 80°C. 

The whole area around the repair has to be masked before all traces of corrosion 

are removed. 

The 2K expoxy putty can be applied with a small spatula. 


BODY 

Sanding 

With the epoxy putty fully cured, you 

can now sand the area in preparation 

for painting. Sand paper or an abrasive 

pad can be used to shape the repair to 

match the surrounding area, but you 

must ensure you wear the correct 

Personal Protective Equipment, as the 

dust could be harmful. Care should be 

taken at this stage to ensure you 

follow any surrounding panel contours. 

Once you have sanded the area, 

compressed air can be used to remove 

any dust and a solvent used to finally 

clean the repair. 

At this stage, you should visually 

inspect the area to ensure it is 

perfectly smooth. If necessary, apply 

more of the 2K epoxy putty to fill any 

imperfections, before repeating the 

sanding process. If you are happy with 

the shape, final preparation for 

painting can be completed. 

Once the epoxy putty has cured, the area should be carefully sanded smooth. 

Painting 

All of the bare metal surfaces should 

be treated with wash primer and 2K 

acrylic filler. The specific manufacturer 

instructions should be followed when 

applying these primers and they 

should be left to dry for the 

manufacturer’s recommended times. 

Once the repair area has been primed, 

base coat and lacquer can be applied, 

either with a Ford aerosol touch-up kit, 

or with a compressor and spray gun. 

Again, it is important to follow the 

paint manufacturer guidelines at this 

stage, ensuring that painting is 

completed in a suitably ventilated 

area. 

Once the paint has cured, any joins 

can be polished to ensure a perfect 

finish. It is also vital to apply corrosion 

prevention wax to the rear of the 

repaired area. This will help to prevent 

the corrosion resurfacing at a later 

date. 

You should always ensure you use 

the correct safety equipment when 

working with paint and body repair 

products, as well as ensuring that you 

refer to FordEtis and manufacturer 

guidelines at all times. You should only 

use solvents in a well-ventilated area 

and always dispose of waste properly. 

The repair should be cleaned thoroughly before any primer or paint is applied. 

Note: In some countries, prior 

authorisation by the warranty 

department may be required before 

proceeding with this type of repair. 

Once the paint repair is complete, it is vital that anti-corrosion wax is applied to the 

rear of the repaired area to help prevent future corrosion. 


SERVICE 

Quick 

Lane 

Goes 

Digital 

Quick Lane results show a 

strong increase in all-new 

retail custom. 

Quick Lane has proven to be a 

great success story in 2016 

and it continues to go from 

strength to strength. All Quick 

Lane locations are reporting 

significant increases in retail custom 

thanks to the launch of their own 

individual websites. Each microsite is 

fully responsive so that it works 

seamlessly on PC, tablet and Android, 

making it easily accessible for your 

customers, wherever they are. Each 

Quick Lane site has access to the Quick 

Lane Marketing Service, which can 

update their website to include local 

tactical offers. This enables them to 

respond to their competitors, as well 

keeping their websites fresh with 

regular updates and allowing them to 

set-up affinity schemes with local 

companies. 

Promising Start 

Every marketing campaign and 

website has a trackable phone 

number so that response rates can be 

measured and the early results are 

extremely promising. The websites 

were only launched in September and 

they have already generated 450 

phone calls. The microsites have 

been visited on over 5000 occasions 

and nearly 80% of those are new 

visits, with viewers accessing over 

two web-pages per visit. Quick Lane 

Grays have reported receiving 96 

calls since launching their website 

and recorded an impressive answer 

rate of 95.8%. This high number was 

translated into an all new retail 

customer volume of 49 which helped 

to deliver another budget busting 

performance. 

All locations are benefitting from 

this new digital presence which will 

only improve awareness. With further 

functional upgrades planned, 

expectations are running high for 2017. 

You can access the Quick Lane 

microsites at: 

www.quicklanederby.co.uk 

www.quicklanegrays.co.uk 

www.quicklanewokingham.co.uk 

www.quicklaneashton.co.uk 

www.quicklaneportishead.co.uk 

www.quicklaneyarmouth.co.uk 

www.quicklanehuntingdon.co.uk 


For more information on Quick Lane or 

how to take advantage of their digital 

content, contact John Dines at 

jdines4@ford.com 

Quick Lane website - www.quicklanederby.co.uk 


PARTS 

Xvision rear Parking Distance Control (PDC) kits could help you increase profits. 

Perfect Parking 

If you are looking to make your vehicles 

stand out from the crowd, choosing 

the right accessories can be a great 

way to increase desirability to 

customers. Adding accessories, like the 

Xvision rear PDC kit can enhance your 

vehicles and is a great way to increase 

profits. Following the fitting of a front 

PDC kit covered in Autoteam 4/2016, in 

this issue we look at fitting the rear PDC 

kit to a Ford Fiesta. 

Installation 

Installing the Xvision rear PDC kit into 

the Fiesta is a simple process. The first 

step is to paint the sensors, which can 

be done with a Ford aerosol kit. It is 

important to select the correct sensor 

bezels for each vehicle application. For 

the Fiesta, angled bezels are used, but 

details are given in the fitting 

instructions for each vehicle and a 

mixture of angled and flat bezels are 

supplied. 

Sales Opportunity 

The suggested fitted price of the rear 

PDC system is £299 including VAT and 

can, depending on the vehicle type, be 

installed in around 45 minutes. This 

makes the kit extremely good value for, 

not only you as a Dealer, but also your 

customers, helping you to provide them 

with a vehicle that meets all of their 

needs. 

Each kit comes with a detailed generic 

installation guide and model specific 

guides can be downloaded from the 

following sources: 

www.xvisionsystems.com 

www.etis.ford.co.uk 

Xvision kit includes everything needed to install rear PDC system. 


PARTS 

1. Before painting, each sensor should 

be prepared with a Scotch Bright pad. 

Before painting, the sensors should 

be prepared with a Scotch Bright pad, 

getting into all the recesses (1). This 

ensures that the paint applies evenly 

and does not react with unprepared 

plastic. Each sensor should be wiped 

down with a lint free cloth before 

painting and you should try not to 

touch the sensor surface. Painting 

should be carried-out in a suitably 

ventilated area and the instructions for 

the Ford touch-up kit should be 

followed at all times (2). 

While the sensors are drying, the 

boot carpet and lower trim should be 

removed. Then, the boot side carpet 

can also be removed and the power 

feed for the reversing lights should be 

located. FordEtis can also be used to 

assist with this process. The Xvision 

PDC module comes with a wiring loom 

long enough to fit a variety of vehicle 

types, so this can be trimmed to a 

5. Xvision PDC module can then be connected. 

2. Sensors should be painted with a Ford 

aerosol kit in a well ventilated area. 

suitable length before the module is 

fitted. The module takes its power from 

the reverse light circuit (3 and 4) so, 

using the specific instruction manual, 

the module can be connected (5). 

A suitable earth near the module 

should then be located. The blue and 

black wires from the module connect 

to the earth. Should the vehicle be 

fitted with a tow bar, the blue wire 

should be connected to the red wire. 

This means that the tow bar will not be 

detected. 

It is recommended that you test the 

module before final fitting so, at this 

point, you can reconnect the battery, 

switch on the ignition and select 

reverse gear to check that the module 

has powered-up. Once this has been 

done, the module can be fitted. In the 

case of the Fiesta, it can be mounted 

behind the boot side carpet with the 

sticky pads included in the kit (6). 

3. Reverse light feed provides power for 

the rear PDC module… 

4 …so should be connected to the wiring 

harness with solder. 

6. Module is held in place with a sticky 

pad. In the case of the Fiesta, it can be 

mounted behind the boot side carpet. 


PARTS 

7. Sensor wires are fed from the boot, 

through a suitable grommet. 

8. Pilot holes for the sensors should be 

drilled. In the case of the Fiesta, these 

are already marked on the rear of the 

bumper. 

9. The holes should be finished using 

the special Xvision cutting tools. 

Sensor Fitting 

The sensor wires can be fed through a 

suitable grommet in the vehicle’s rear 

panel (7). The specific instructions give 

guidance on where to feed the sensor 

wiring and also on drilling the holes in 

the bumper. The reverse of the Fiesta 

bumper already has marks for the 

sensor holes, as well as clips for the 

sensor wiring. These markings will 

assist when drilling the pilot holes (8), 

before they are finished in the same 

way as with the front PDC kit. 

The holes are enlarged using two 

unique Xvision cutting tools and it is 

important at this stage to carefully 

follow the instructions included in the 

kit. Only Xvision cutting tools should be 

used to enlarge the holes as they have 

been designed specifically for this 

purpose. The larger cutter is used to 

create a step around the edge of the 

hole (9). The depth of this step can be 

tested by offering up the bezel and 

ensuring it fits neatly. The second, 

smaller Xvision cutter is then used to 

cut the final hole, leaving the required 

step around the edge. 

The sensor wiring should be 

positioned and fed through the sensor 

holes. The plugs are labelled for each 

sensor as they have a different range, 

as per EU guidelines. With the sensors 

fitted loosely into positon, the wiring 

loom is then taped and, in the case of 

the Fiesta, secured in the standard 

retaining clips behind the bumper (10). 

This may not be possible in the case of 

other vehicles, so you should refer to 

FordEtis and the Xvision instructions 

for each vehicle in this case. 

At this point, the system can then be 

tested, ensuring that the sensors 

sound correctly when an object is 

presented (11). The buzzer has three 

10. Once the sensors are loosely 

fitted, the wiring can be taped and 

secured behind the bumper. 

volume settings so this should be 

checked and adjusted to a suitable 

setting, depending on the vehicle type. 

Any trim that was removed can then be 

refitted. 

More Information 

For more information on Xvision PDC 

systems, contact Xvision on 

0845 2700862 or email 

customerservice@xvisionsystems.com 

11. With the installation complete, the 

system should be tested. 


PARTS 

There are some great 

accessories available for 

Mustang, so let’s take a 

look at one of the most 

useful – the wind deflector. 

Mustang Must-Haves 

Anybody who has ever travelled 

in a convertible, either as the 

driver or a passenger, knows 

what a special experience it 

can be; with the sun, a fresh breeze and 

a magnificent panoramic view. 

However, on brisk days, or when 

travelling at speed, there can be 

drawbacks; most notably the air 

turbulence caused by the open top. This 

causes increased cabin noise, while the 

The wind deflector helps to reduce air 

turbulence above and around the 

driver’s and passenger’s heads. 

cold air can cause neck aches for some 

passengers. To help combat these 

drawbacks, a wind deflector has been 

created for Mustang Convertible, which 

can be mounted quickly and easily, 

helping to make those top-down 

experiences more enjoyable whatever 

the weather. 

The stylish wind deflector, FINIS code 

2063486 can be viewed on the Online 

Accessories Catalogue: 

www.fordaccessories.co.uk/mustang/ 

2015/comfort/ and features a stylish 

Mustang logo to help your customers 

really stand out from the crowd. 

Concept 

The wind deflector is actually a very 

simple device, constructed from a 

tubular frame and covered with a net 

made from textile fibres, which is 

mounted behind the driver’s and 

passenger’s seat. Driving with the roof 

down creates air turbulence above the 

heads of the vehicle occupants, as you 

can see in the air flow image on page 30. 

The effects of this turbulence can be 

dramatically reduced when the wind 

deflector is fitted, making driving with the 

roof down an even more enjoyable 

experience. 

With the Genuine Ford wind deflector, 

the frame was designed so that fitting is 

quick and easy. It was subjected to 

rigorous testing during the development 

of Mustang, ensuring that it meets the 

highest quality standards. You should 

always remind your customers of the 

benefits of using Genuine or Approved 

Ford accessories, as third party 

equivalents are unlikely to offer the same 

quality and performance. 


PARTS 

These are just some of the benefits 

offered by the Mustang Convertible wind 

deflector: 

The wind deflector features 

the Mustang emblem. 

n Significantly reduced air turbulence 

and reduced noise levels 

n Protects against air turbulence, even at 

higher speeds 

n Increases driving enjoyment 

n Simple to fit and remove 

n Compact design means the wind 

deflector can be folded and stored in 

the boot 

n Does not affect roof operation. 

Note: You should make it clear to 

customers that the horizontal part of the 

wind deflector should not be used to store 

items. This could damage the wind 

deflector or the items could be thrown 

around, or out of, the car when 

accelerating, braking or cornering. 

Top Picks 

As well as the wind deflector, there is a 

great range of accessories available to 

suit Mustang. We’ve picked out a 

selection below that we think could 

really wow your customers. 

19-inch Alloy Wheels: These can be 

ordered with summer or winter tyres and 

add a new level of style to Mustang. We 

advise that you also recommend locking 

wheel nuts to your customers, as these 

offer an additional level of security. 

Protective Car Cover: For customers 

looking to protect their car from dirt, dust 

and bird droppings, a tailor-made 

protective cover has been designed 

specifically for Mustang. For customers 

who choose to keep their Mustang for 

As well as reducing air turbulence, the wind deflector does not intrude, even with 

the roof raised. 

special occasions, perhaps only using it 

as a second car, the protective cover is a 

great product. The tarpaulin cover 

protects the car from the elements, 

maintaining that showroom shine. It is 

important to remind your customers 

that, before the cover is fitted, the car 

must be perfectly clean. Even though 

the underside of the cover is finished in 

a soft material, residual dirt could cause 

scratches on the vehicle surface. 

Note: Ford also offers a protective cover 

produced by Noah Design for the 

Mustang. This, however, is designed 

solely for indoor use, as it does not offer 

the same weatherproof protection as the 

Ford cover. 

The blue lines show the improvement in 

air flow with the wind deflector fitted. 


PARTS 

The tailored boot liner protects the luggage space from dirt and 

fluids thanks to their 35mm raised edging. 

Rear Parking Distance Control can be fitted to help protect 

Mustang from unwanted parking prangs. 

Boot Liners: These tailored boot liners 

protect the boot space from dirt and 

damage caused by items being loaded 

into the boot of the vehicle. Loose 

items in the boot can move around 

when the vehicle is accelerating, 

braking and cornering, so the liners 

help to prevent this, while protecting 

the boot from damage. Boot liners are 

suitable for vehicles with and without 

the factory installed subwoofer. 

Front and rear Xvision Parking 

Distance Control (PDC): These are a 

great upgrade for vehicles which are 

not equipped with the PDC system as 

standard. The Xvision front and rear 

PDC kit can be fitted in your 

Dealership, so offers a great upselling 

opportunity. Fitting of the front PDC kit 

was covered in more detail in 

Autoteam 4/2016, while the rear kit is 

covered on page 26. 

Herpa Racing Stripes enhance the performance styling of Mustang. 

Note: An additional cable is required for 

the front PDC kit. Visit 

www.xvision.co.uk for more details. The 

sensors in the kit can be painted in the 

same colour as the car to make them 

more discreet. 

Herpa Racing Stripes: The Herpa 

Racing Stripes really emphasise the 

performance look, with dual over-thetop 

stripes that cover the front bumper, 

bonnet, roof, boot lid and rear bumper. 

They are available in two different 

colour finishes; matt black and gloss 

black and are made from 3M foil, which 

features 3M Controltac Technology, 

making them easy to position, reducing 

the risk of air bubbles. They also come 

with a three year warranty, ensuring 

your customer’s car will retain that 

unique sporty look for years to come. 

The tailored car cover can be used to protect Mustang from the elements when it 

is not being enjoyed on the road. 

Locking wheel nuts. 

For more information on Mustang 

Accessories, visit http://www.fordaccessories.co.uk/mustang/2015. 

19-inch Alloy Wheels. 


SERVICE 

FORD eCHECK Video Reporting - 

Unleash your Service Potential 

FORD eCHECK Video Reporting is taking the nation by storm – do you have it yet? 

Let’s get straight to the point: 

Video Reporting has proven its 

worth in gold – and that gold is 

visible within the facts: 

n Customer Feedback is 

overwhelmingly positive: Customers 

have highlighted the benefits of being 

able to see their vehicle’s troubles 

and appreciate the video reponse, 

whether it be Red or Amber work or 

receiving the ‘All Green’ 

n CVP scores positively influenced: 

Transparancy, trust, satisfaction and 

great service produce loyalty, 

retention and praise 

n Average SOLD has increased: The 

difference between Video Reporting 

jobs VS Non-Video Reporting jobs is 

around £35. £88 with Video Reporting 

compared to £53 without. Massively 

increasing longterm conversion rate 

n Beneficial to all: Video Reporting is 

now the standard that customers 

expect. It is not the future, it is the 

present and it benefits both 

Aftersales and Sales, Dealer and 

Customer. 

Video Reporting shines a great light on 

Ford customer service and highlights 

our duty of care to our customers. 

Video Reporting is now part of a 

FORD eCHECK: It has been embedded 

in such a way as to help Ford Dealers 

provide a consistent and linear 

approach to conducting, identifying 

and reporting observations from a 

vehicle inspection as part of a FORD 

eCHECK. There is also an official guide 

which includes customer touch point 

walkthroughs, preferred video route, 

detail on the recording process, best 

practice tips and key video qualities. 

By utilising Video Reporting 

technology, Dealers can provide 

consistent and professional advice to 

customers in a transparent and timely 

manner. This promotes accurate 

reporting and helps to build customer 

trust.. 

Coverage and Setup: Video Reporting 

already covers a significant percentage 

of the Ford Dealer network, with over 

300 sites already reaping the benefits. 

Our goal is 100% coverage and it 

couldn’t be easier to sign up and get 

started – just contact any Video 

Reporting Supplier (See references) or 

let your SBM know you are interested 

and they will start the ball rolling for 

you. For any further information, 

please see the references: 

References 

Green Top PS/15/134: notifies the 

launch of Video Reporting as an 

official part of the FORD eCHECK 

process and offers some example 

suppliers. 

Green Top PS/16/148: distributed 

version 3 of the Official guide to FORD 

eCHECK which includes Video 

Reporting as a key part of the process. 


SERVICE 

Tyre Safety Month Campaign - 2016 

In October, Ford linked up 

with TyreSafe to support the 

annual Tyre Safety Month 

campaign which has the 

theme of Don’t chance it, 

Check it. 

The background to this campaign 

was a survey of over 340,000 

tyres in partnership with 

Highways England. The findings 

were that more than one-in-four British 

motorists are replacing their tyres when 

they were already illegal. In 2016, that 

equates to potentially over 10 million 

illegal and dangerous tyres on Britain’s 

roads. 

With 5,677* incidents over the last five 

years, resulting from tyre-related incidents 

and 2.2 million MOT failures** annually 

due to defective tyres, the objective of the 

campaign is to raise motorists’ awareness 

of tyre safety issues and change attitudes. 

Routine tyre checks can prevent many of 

these incidents. 

While the need to carry out regular tyre 

checks may seem obvious, an alarming 

number of Britain’s motorists are 

replacing their tyres only when they have 

already become illegal and dangerous. If 

they carried out regular tyre checks, this 

avoidable safety issue could be rectified. 

All motorists should be aware of the 

importance of tyres: 

n Driving on tyres with illegal tread 

depth not only reduces your safety 

on the road but also risks a fine of up 

to £2,500 and three penalty points. 

TyreSafe recommends drivers check 

their tyres at least once a month and 

before long journeys. There are three 

key elements to check: 

Air pressure: The vehicle 

manufacturer will typically provide 

two air pressure levels, one for light 

loads and the other for when fully 

laden. Over inflation causes 

accelerated wear in the centre of the 

tyre, while under inflation causes wear 

on the outside edges. Both will 

negatively impact the way a vehicle 

corners and brakes and increase the 

risks of tyre damage, while under 

inflation also increases fuel 

consumption. You can find your 

vehicle’s correct pressures in the filler 

cap, owner’s manual, door shut or at 

tyresafe.org 

Condition: Lumps and bumps may be signs 

of structural damage and objects 

embedded in a tyre can lead to 

catastrophic failure on the road. If any of 

these are present, the tyre should be 

checked immediately by a professional. 

Tread depth: The minimum legal limit is 

1.6mm. As a guide to how close a tyre’s tread 

depth is to this limit, simply insert a 20p into 

the main grooves across its centre section and 

at several points around the circumference. If 

the rim of the 20p is visible or close to being 

visible at any point, the tyre may be illegal, 

endangering the driver and other road users, 

and should be inspected by a professional. 

*Department for Transport five years to 

2014 

**Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency 

figures 2012 to 2014 

More information 

General information: 

www.ford.co.uk/tyres 

TyreSafe: http://www.tyresafe.org 

n Tyre tread depth has a decisive influence 

on the way your vehicle accelerates, 

brakes and corners 

n Safe tyres with legal tread depth will 

reduce the risks to you, your passengers 

and all road users 


FORD MASTERS APPRENTICESHIP 

All Apprentices who start before May 2017 will be funded as they are today, meaning no cost to 

your business for training. 

How Will You Take on 

the Apprentice Levy? 

No doubt the majority of you 

will be aware that there are 

some big changes coming to 

the world of Apprenticeship 

training in the UK in 2017. In addition to 

the much publicised Apprenticeship 

Levy, there will be changes to funding 

rates as well as programme content 

and delivery. 

The Apprenticeship Levy is 

fundamentally a payroll tax payable 

by employers with an annual pay bill of 

more than £3 million. The levy will be 

paid by all such businesses in the UK , 

regardless of whether they employ 

Apprentices now or in the future. So if 

your pay bill is more than £3 million 

you should be budgeting for an extra 

0.5% payroll cost from April 2017. 

Following the Levy, the funding of 

Apprenticeship training provided to 

new starters in England will change. 

Right now, employers of 

Apprentices on the Ford Masters 

Apprenticeship Programme (FMAP) 

are not required to make any 

contribution towards training – very 

simply, the Government pays for it. But, 

for anyone starting after May 1st, 2017, 

employers will either pay for the training 

out of their Levy contributions or, if not a 

levy payer, pay 10% of the training cost. 

So, with these extra costs on the 

horizon, many within the Ford Dealer 

network are reviewing their hiring needs 

for 2017, to consider bringing forward 

their Apprentice recruitment to sign up 

new trainees before the changes take 

effect. 


FORD MASTERS APPRENTICESHIP 

If this is something your business is 

looking at, you should ensure that your 

new Apprentice is signed up before the 

end of April. The Apprentice recruitment 

process takes an average of eight weeks, 

so ensure you get your vacancy request 

over to Skillnet as early as you can. For 

the Skillnet recruitment team to source 

you the right candidate, it is best to act 

by end of January at the latest. 

If you are new to Apprenticeships, 

here’s a reminder of why FMAP has been 

so successful in recent years. 

Why take on an Apprentice? 

A great example of the impact a learner 

can have on a business is ex-Apprentice, 

Stephen Harrison, who works at Lookers 

Ford, Chelmsford in their Commercial 

department. Ryan Humphreys, Service 

Manager of the branch gives us some 

feedback from his experience of putting 

learners through FMAP and the results 

that come. 

“Stephen Harrison is a recently 

qualified Technician at Lookers Ford 

Commercial on Robjohns Road, 

Chelmsford. Stephen went through the 

apprenticeship programme with FMAP 

and has come on from the start, with an 

ambition to become one of the best. He 

has learnt an exceptional amount of skills 

through the programme and has carried 

them through to his Technician career. He 

has had a great deal of support from 

FMAP on the Apprenticeship and I think 

has learnt more skills by coming through 

this way, rather than just a college-led 

training programme. I believe that, with 

the support you have offered, he will 

become the next Master Technician here 

at Lookers Ford.” 

Ryan goes on to say: “I think FMAP has 

a great background and skilled tutors to 

bring our next star Technicians through 

and with this I am also looking at joining 

the queue for a non-technical Service 

Advisor Apprentice. I believe they will 

bring a great quality to the business and 

be trained to a very high standard as we 

have always received and will push our 

Ford (Robjohns Road) branch forward to 

succeed in the future.” 

Lookers Ford has relied on FMAP and 

Skillnet for many years to source new 

learners and continue to build a strong 

work force. In recent months we have 

worked together to plan how to 

maximise value from the forthcoming 

Levy and devise a strategy to ensure 

ongoing learning and training 

requirements are met. Lookers 

currently supports Apprentice 

Technicians, Parts Advisors, Service 

Advisors and Body Repair/Paint 

Technicians. 

Right now, FMAP have funding 

available for 16-24 year olds on 

technical Apprenticeships and for all 

ages on non-technical Apprenticeships 

– funding that is also a great way to 

upskill and train current employees. 

We would encourage Dealers to 

consider making use of this funding 

before the rules change next May. The 

Ford Masters Apprenticeship 

Programme always attracts high calibre 

candidates all year round and there are 

currently many looking for their next big 

career move. 

Should you wish to invest in the 

future of your Dealership and expect to 

generate a vacancy through FMAP 

before the Apprenticeship Levy is 

introduced please contact our Ford 

Business Development Manager, 

Natasha Ord on 

natasha.ord@skillnet.org.uk or call 

01923 630800. 

Stephen Harrison became a Technician at Lookers Ford, Chelmsford, having 

completed the Ford Masters Apprenticeship Programme. 


TRAINING 

HENRY FORD ACADEMY NEWS 

What a year! 

2016 saw a significant amount of change for the Academy. 

With a full management 

restructure, we welcomed 

five new members to the 

Academy management 

team and this was completed with the 

final addition, appointed on December 1. 

Jo Selby joins the Academy as Non- 

Technical Curriculum Manager, with a 

managerial background and wealth of 

experience, Jo finishes off our new 

management team, ready to start the 

New Year with fresh eyes. 

It’s not just the staff that have 

changed; 2016 saw the Henry Ford 

Academy reinvent product launches 

with Ford Live. Feedback from these 

events has been fantastic and we will 

continue to listen to feedback from 

delegates to ensure we are a centre of 

excellence for Dealership training. 

In April, Ford Store delegates were 

invited to an exclusive Mustang and 

Focus RS event, held at the prestigious 

Silverstone Wing, with unlimited access 

to normally restricted areas, as well as 

the opportunity to drive on the F1 circuit. 

July saw the Future of Auto Retailing 

conference, where Simon Weston gave 

an inspiring speech to Dealer Principals 

and Senior Management. Day two of 

this event had three keynote speakers 

and a fantastic future technology 

seminar by Bosch. 

More in 2017 

Our Social Media has become more 

engaging and, as we continue to push 

this through to 2017, we hope for this to 

evolve into a communication tool for 

delegates, who can get in contact with 

the Academy at their convenience and 

get an answer quickly and swiftly. 

The Academy has delivered over 

20,000 days training, gone through 

more cups of coffee than we could 

count, served 28,150 meals taken 14,981 

calls and made 7,371 phone calls. Q4 

also saw a training page launch on the 

new Dealer Portal to give clear and 

concise information and we aim to do 

even more in 2017. 

2017 will see a digital age reach the 

Academy as we focus on; 

n Virtual Classrooms - providing online 

learning straight to Dealerships, 

reducing travel and delivering training 

in the most modern way 

Skills Minister, Nick Boles, MP, officially 

opened the Henry Ford Academy in 

March 2016. 

n Mobile - Ensuring that our delegates 

can access relevant training 

requirements on any mobile device, 

anywhere 

n Video Learning - Providing delegates 

short video nuggets of learning 

information from training courses 

that can be referred back to, such as 

how-to guides and helpful hints. 

Our new Learning Technologies 

Manager, Jack Sumery, had this to say 

“As we head into 2017 it is important 

that we cater for all learning styles in a 

variety of delivery methods. Rather than 

learn something just in case we want 

delegates to learn just in time.” 

This technology is currently in the 

early stages with the Academy 

however look out for more 

information in a future issue of 

Autoteam. 


TRAINING 

Technical eLearning 

There are some important 

new eLearning modules 

available, be sure to check 

them out. 

Now available on the Learning 

Centre, hosted by STARS, is 

TAU.1ME – MOT Annual Update 

eLearning, which comprises of 

three modules; including Changes in 

MOT Training, MOT Tester’s CPD 

Syllabus and DVSA On-Line Assessment. 

The aim of this eLearning is to provide 

Ford-trained MOT Technicians with 

knowledge of the inspection procedures 

for the latest products in the Ford Car 

and Commercial Vehicle range, as well as 

to deliver the DVSA training syllabus for 

2016-2017. A link is also provided to the 

MOT tester annual assessment. 

New eLearning modules will help Technicians stay up-to-date. 

Annual Updates 

Also available on the Learning Centre is 

TAU.1SVE – Technician Annual Update 

for Van eLearning. This module aims to 

provide Service Technicians with 

knowledge of the maintenance and 

overhaul procedures for the Ford 

Commercial Vehicle range. 

TAU.1SCE – Technician Annual 

Update of Car eLearning aims to 

provide Ford Trained Service 

Technicians with knowledge of the 

service, maintenance and inspection 

procedure for the latest Ford Car range. 

For any Service Technicians also 

qualified as an MOT specialist we 

advise you to complete both courses. 

It is important to note that TAU.1ME 

meets CPD requirements for the DVSA 

for this year. There is a link available at 

the end of the eLearning for an online 

test; this test will require your STARS 

PIN. Please provide the Academy with 

a copy of your completed certificate. 


FORD PERFORMANCE 

The All-new Ford GT has had a fantastic debut 

season, which included an historic Le Mans victory. 

Endurance Star 

The 2016 FIA World Endurance 

Championship (WEC) came to a 

close in Bahrain for the Ford Chip 

Ganassi Racing team. It’s been a 

highly successful inaugural campaign that 

featured poles, victories and plenty of 

excitement in between. Bahrain was a tough 

race for the team, but they still managed to 

secure fourth and sixth positions, rounding 

off a great season. 

The highlight of 2016 has to be a historic victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. 

Le Mans Success 

The highlight of 2016 for the Ford Chip 

Ganassi Racing team was undoubtedly the 

historic win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans for 

the number 68 GT line-up of Dirk Muller, 

Sebastian Bourdais and Joey Hand. The 

IMSA Weathertech Sportscar Championship 

runners joined the WEC regulars to repeat 

the success that Ford achieved fifty years 

ago with the GT40. Overall, it was a season 

of highs and lows but, for such a young 

team, it was a resounding success, with wins 

for WEC regulars, Andy Priaulx and Harry 

Tincknell at Fuji and Shanghai. 


FORD PERFORMANCE 

Strong US Showing 

Ford Chip Ganassi Racing’s IMSA Weathertech Sportscar 

Championship season has also come to a close, following a 

second place finish at Petit Le Mans in Georgia. It was a 

successful season for the Ford GT team in the US, earning 

three race wins, at Laguna Seca, Watkins Glen and 

Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, securing Richard Westbrook 

and Ryan Briscoe joint second place in the GTLM driver’s 

championship and Ford Chip Ganassi Racing second in the 

team’s championship. 

Following all of their success in 2016, the team are looking 

forward to an even more successful 2017. 

2017 Race Calenders for Ford GT 

FIA World Endurance Championship Calendar 

6 Hours of Silverstone, United Kingdom – April 16 

6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, Belguim – May 6 

24 Hours of Le Mans, France – June 17-18 

6 Hours of Nürburgring, German – July 16 

6 Hours of Mexico, Mexico – September 3 

6 Hours of Austin, USA – September 16 

6 Hours of Fuji, Japan – October 15 

6 Hours of Shangai, China – November 5 

6 Hours of Bahrain, Bahrain – November 18 

IMSA Weathertech Sportscar Championship Calendar 

Rolex 24 at Daytona, Florida – January 28-29 

Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring, Florida – March 18 

BUBBBA Burger Sports Car Grand Prix at Long Beach, 

California – April 8 

Lone Star Le Mans, Texas – May 7 

Sahlen’s 6 Hours of the Glen, New York – July 2 

TBA, Ontario – July 9 

TBA, Connecticut – July 22 

Continental Tire Road Race Showcase, Wisconsin – 

August 6 

Michelin GT Challenge at VIR, Virginia – August 27 

Continental Tire Monterey Grand Prix Powered by Mazda, 

California – September 24 

Petit Le Mans, Georgia – October 7 

It’s been a great first season for the All-new Ford GT. 

2017 Rally Star 

You should have already seen images of 

the New Fiesta on page 18 and the 

M-Sport World Rally Team have wasted 

no time in turning the latest Fiesta into a 

potential rally winner. For 2017, new 

regulations are being introduced to the 

FIA World Rally Championship, allowing 

larger aerodynamic devices, wider body 

work and more powerful engines. 

EcoBoost technology remains at the 

heart of the Fiesta WRC, with the revised 

1.6 litre turbocharged unit expected to 

develop in the region of 380bhp. 

Sébastien Ogier, four times WRC 

champion, has also signed for the team 

for 2017, giving the Cumbrian rally 

experts an even greater chance of 

securing the title. 


The Focus RS RX 

has proven itself 

to be right on the 

pace in 2016. 

Bakkerud Ends Season on a High 

Andreas Bakkerud scored victory at the final round of the 2016 FIA World Rallycross Championship, 

rounding off a great first season. 

Hoonigan Racing Division have wrapped-up the 2016 FIA 

WorldRX in style by scooping victory at the final round 

of the season in Argentina. Norwegian driver, Andreas 

Bakkerud continued the good form he has shown 

throughout the year to take his third win in the Focus RS RX. 

Classy Drive 

Bakkerud eased through the qualifying stages, meaning he was 

able to start on pole position in his semi-final. It was an incidentpacked 

race but the Norwegian avoided all the trouble to take a 

commanding win. This meant he started the final in pole 

position, taking another lights to flag victory. Bakkerud’s reaction 

after the race said it 

all: “I’ve had so many 

people supporting me 

on my route to be 

here today, and it’s a 

great feeling,” he said 

with emotion. “I’m 

very proud of myself 

and of the people 

supporting me. 

Hoonigan Racing 

Division, Ford 

Performance, and 

M-Sport put together 

a great car.” 

Andreas Bakkerud scored three wins 

in 2016. 

Early Promise 

It’s been a great season for the Hoonigan Racing Division team 

with the Focus RS RX, which was designed in conjunction with 

M-Sport and Ford Performance, showing its pace right from 

the start of the year, despite its rapid development. Following 

their promising start, along with Bakkerud’s three wins in 

Norway, Sweden and Argentina, he has also scored six podium 

finishes, securing him third in the driver’s championship and 

fourth in the team standings for Hoonigan Racing Division. 

2017 promises to be a great year. 

2017 FIA World Rallycross Championship Calendar* 

Barcelona, Spain – April 1-2 

Montalegre, Portugal –April 22-23 

Hockenheim, Germany – May 5-7 

Mettet, Belgium – May 13-14 

Lydden Hill, United Kingdom – May 27-28 

Hell, Norway – June 10-11 

Holjes, Sweden – July 1-2 

Trois-Rivieres, Canada – August 5-6 

Loheac, France – September 2-3 

Riga, Latvia – September 16-17 

Estering, Germany – September 30-October 1 

Cape Town, South Africa – November 11-12 

*Subject to confirmation by the FIA World Motor Sport 

Council in December 

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