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Think you are looking for the Ford TIS CD, its not as detailed as a haynes manual but covers most things well. With regard to the diagnostic issue, did they actually try or did they simply not bother because it had the aftermarket radio? The basic principle is there is a single wire connecting all the modules in the car together, this lives at a signal voltage of about 10V for most of its life and is only taken to ground by a diagnosic tool to start communications. Aftermarket radios tend to be wired to put 12V on the diagnostic pin, a hangup from old electric aerials - because its a feed 12V with a high current capacity it tends to blow older diagnostic kit up which isn't expecting it to be there - as a result a lot of garages simply refuse to connect with aftermarket radios in place. If the garage is good though they can easily check, and the modern diag kit should also be fully protected. Thanks again for your excellent advice , they said they tried , i only have their word on this , but he did have it for days! :-/ I do remember when i had my ICE fitted there was an issue that the build in Ghia X amplifier only worked for hands free function when i was listening to the radio , something to do with the 12v rail that used to power the electric aerial being used to power up the amp. Then all of a sudden they 'found' another 12v Feed im wondering if they have tapped into the Diagnostic loom? It's not really a major hassle as the ABS light inst actually warning of a failure as Ive just had all the brakes seen to , but it woukd be nice to turn it off , also the LCD display is showing INSP02 i assume it's past it's last official ford inspection. Thanks for the heads up on the TIS CD i'll keep my eyes open. I have got to say this forum rocks i've had more useful tips in two days than i have in three months of owning the car :unsure: Thanks again. Alex :)

Thanks for the advice , does this apply to the Ford Galaxy 2.8 V6 with the VW VR6 Engine in it?

Hi There, Thanks for the advice , is a VAGCOM the diagnostic tool that resets the ABS lights etc? If so the garage tried to reset my ABS light after a lot of Brake work , and found they couldn't as it had an after market radio for all reasons? Something to do with ICE installers liking to use the live feed that usually powers the Diagnostics tools. :-/ What I'm also looking for is a ford DVD that covers the engine ,you know the sort of thing they use in the dealerships that give an exploded view of the lump and all the auxiliaries along with part numbers etc? Does such a beast exist? Many thanks again for your help. Kindest regards, Alex.

Thanks very much for your excellent advice , I'll be asking the garage about these points in the morning. Also do you know if there is a Haynes Type manual or DVD-Rom that covers the 2.8 v6 Model , as iv e never seen one and i've looked. Reason i ask is there are a couple of breather pipes missing or detached under the bonnet and it would be great to see where they go and what i need to buy , this will of course increase my MPG , which couldn't be much worse at the moment. Thanks Again, Alex :31:

Hi Everyone, I have a R Plate 2.8 v6 Petrol Ford Galaxy. (Automatic) Recently it developed a fault where it just wouldn't start a local garage bodged the problem by hard wiring a live feed to the starter motor from the ignition i believe. It was suggested that the relay that detects what gear the automatic box is in may be at fault , anyone else had this problem and is it an easy fix IE: Replace the relay? Also.... When COLD the gearbox seems sluggish to select gears , sometimes kangerooing the car as it snaps into gear. This rectifys itself after 5 miles or so when the box is warm? Low Gearbox Fluid maybe? , If so , how the heck do i get to the top up reservoir on the v6? It appears to be hidden under the bulkhead of the car bodywork by the windscreen. Many Thanks In Advance for any help or comments. Alex :)

Hi All, Just become a proud owner of a 2.8 v6 galaxy , after a few teething problems shes running great. Q: Is there a Haynes or Haynes Type Manual that covers the v6 engine? I've been told it's actually an Audi lump in it? any truth in this? Anyway. All the best. Sixx (Alex)