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Unusual height differences and strong vibrations in a 2016 Ford S MAX: experiences and costs?

Excessive Bouncing

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Uneven Ride Height

Hi guys, I urgently need your experience! I drive a 2016 Ford S MAX with a gasoline engine and approx. 54757 km on the odometer. My car shows clear symptoms such as uneven ride height when stationary and massive vibrations. Could it be that there is a problem with the function of the ride height control? I had quite a lot of trouble with the mechanic last time and don't want to be fooled again. Have you ever experienced anything like this? How did it go at your garage and how much did it cost you in the end? Looking forward to your answers! Thanks in advance!

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4 comment(s)


PeteRacer

Hey, you have no idea what happened to me. My 2013 Ford Mondeo had exactly the same problem. Strong vibrations, uneven ride height, everything. After some deliberation, I went to the garage and the mechanic told me it was actually the control unit, it was faulty. It may sound like a big deal, but really, it wasn't a serious problem. It was more work for the mechanic to take all the stuff out, replace the ECU, and then put everything back in than the actual repair. And I totally understand the frustration with incompetent mechanics, but sometimes replacement is unavoidable. Wish you good luck and hopefully it gets done without hassle!

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SaLe92 (Author)

Hey, boah, you've really experienced something. A defective control unit is really quite a job. And yes, removing and installing it certainly takes a lot of time. Can you remember how much it cost you in the end? And has everything worked well since then or have you had any other problems with your Ford? Keep your fingers crossed that the repair goes as smoothly for me!

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PeteRacer

Hey, you said it, that was a real odyssey. Well, the bill for the broken control unit was pretty steep, cost me €1000. But since then everything has been fine, no more problems. Above all, the restriction of the height control function has been rectified. Everything is now running like clockwork again. I'm not keeping my fingers crossed for you, as it would be annoying when screwing, but I'm with you in thinking that everything will run just as smoothly for you. Let me know how it goes!

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SaLe92 (Author)

Hey, thanks for the info and your sympathy! 1000 is a lot of money, but if it fixes the problem, it's definitely worth it. I'm glad to hear that everything has gone well for you since then. I'll definitely report back on how it went for me. Fingers crossed that everything goes smoothly. Thanks again for your help!

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