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Ford Falcon 2002

Ford Falcon 2002

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$2,200

The 2002 Ford Falcon range of configurations is currently priced from $2,000.

Our most recent review of the 2002 Ford Falcon resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Contributing Journalist Ewan Kennedy had this to say at the time: Expect to pay from $3000 to $6000 for a 2002 Ford Falcon Futura;$6000 to $10,000 for a 2005 XR8 or a 2010 XT;$8000 to $12,000 for a 2008 XR6T;$9000 to $14,000 for a 2012 XT;$12,000 to $17,000 for a 2011 G6E;$14,000 to $20,000 for a 2011 XR8;$16,000 to $22,000 for a 2014 G6E Ecoboost;$21,000 to $28,000 for a 2014 XR6T;and $30,000 to $41,000 for a 2015 XR8.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Ford Falcon: Roomy, Huge amount of variety, Spare parts are reasonably priced

The 2002 Ford Falcon carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2300 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

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11.5L/100km (combined)
Sedan
4 Speed Automatic
Unleaded Petrol
Overview
Likes
Roomy
Huge amount of variety
Spare parts are reasonably priced
Dislikes
Manuals are best avoided
Be wary of ex-taxis
Four-speed automatics can cause problems

Ford Falcon 2002 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2002 Ford Falcon will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
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Ford Falcon 2002 FAQs

Is Valvoline 10W40 okay to use in the 2002 Falcon 4.0 litre?

A good quality 10W40 engine oil should be perfect for your car, Carol. Always go for a known brand of oil rather than the cheaper, Brand-X supermarket stuff, as quality varies enormously. Keeping clean, fresh oil in your engine is the absolute best piece of preventative maintenance there is.

Don’t forget to change the filter at the same time as there’s just no point putting clean oil through a dirty filter. By the way, the correct oil filter for your car is a Ryco Z9 or brand-equivalent.

Why does my 2002 Ford Falcon idle irregularly and have a delayed throttle response?

An engine that runs well when cold but misfires when It’s warmed up is often a victim of poor air-fuel mixture. That can be caused by an air-leak (such as the intake manifold gasket you’ve already changed) a crack in any of the intake plumbing, faulty fuel injectors, a worn fuel pump, a corrupted ECU (computer), blocked fuel line or about a thousand other things.

But in this case, knowing the Ford AU Falcon’s engine, I’d be taking a close look at the ignition system, specifically the coil pack. These have been known to fail regularly, often displaying their problems including a rough idle, once the engine has warmed up; precisely the symptoms you’ve noted. That said, rather than rush out and buy a new coil pack, have the vehicle scanned electronically to rule out any other potential source for the problem.

Ford Falcon 2002: Why does the engine keep cutting out?

Computer-controlled engines like the one in your Falcon, Tony, require a range of sensors to provide the information to the computer to allow the engine to run properly. If just one of those sensors sneezes, the engine can shut down without warning.

As well as a throttle-position sensor, there are also camshaft-angle, crank-angle, air temperature, coolant temperature, oxygen sensors and more. So the best advice is not to start replacing the sensors one by one, but to have the computer interrogated electronically. The computer will be logging problems as they happen and should be able to tell you exactly which sensor is nodding off intermittently. A Ford dealership along with many independent workshops will have the computer-scan gear to do this. It will save you time and money in the long run.

For what it’s worth, since the car cuts out completely, my hunch would be the crank-angle sensor is overheating. So, if you want to persist with a home diagnosis, try this: Carry a bottle of cold water in the car. Then, the next time the engine cuts out, pour the cold water over the crank-angle sensor. If the car suddenly restarts, you’ve found your problem.

But to be honest, you could also be looking at a dud fuel pump, a blocked fuel filter and literally a hundred other possibilities.

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Ford Falcon 2002 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2002 Ford Falcon is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Ford Falcon currently offers fuel consumption from 15.0L/100km.
Ford Falcon Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
Forte (LPG) Body Type: Wagon Specs: 4.0L LPG 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 15.0L/100km
Futura (LPG) Body Type: Wagon Specs: 4.0L LPG 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 16.0L/100km
Forte Body Type: Wagon Specs: 4.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 12.0L/100km
Futura Body Type: Wagon Specs: 4.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 11.5L/100km
Forte (LPG) Body Type: Sedan Specs: 4.0L LPG 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 15.0L/100km
Forte Body Type: Sedan Specs: 4.0L ULP 5 SP MAN Fuel Consumption: 11.5L/100km
Futura (LPG) Body Type: Sedan Specs: 4.0L LPG 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 16.0L/100km
Forte Body Type: Sedan Specs: 4.9L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 13.5L/100km
XR6 Body Type: Sedan Specs: 4.0L ULP 5 SP MAN Fuel Consumption: 12.0L/100km
XR6 Body Type: Sedan Specs: 4.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 12.5L/100km
XR6 Body Type: Sedan Specs: 4.0L ULP 5 SP MAN Fuel Consumption: 10.5L/100km
XR8 Body Type: Sedan Specs: 4.9L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 14.0L/100km
XT Body Type: Sedan Specs: 5.4L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 14.5L/100km
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 4.0L LPG 5 SP MAN Fuel Consumption:
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 4.0L ULP 5 SP MAN Fuel Consumption: 11.0L/100km
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 4.0L ULP 5 SP MAN Fuel Consumption: 12.0L/100km
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 5.4L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 14.5L/100km
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 4.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 11.5L/100km
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 4.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 12.5L/100km
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 4.9L ULP 5 SP MAN Fuel Consumption: 14.0L/100km
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 5.4L ULP 5 SP MAN Fuel Consumption: 13.0L/100km
XL Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 5.4L ULP 4 SP AUTO Fuel Consumption: 15.0L/100km
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