Ford F460 problems
The Volvo 440 and 460 are versions of a small family car produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between June 1988 and September 1996. The 440 was a five-door hatchback and the 460 a four-door saloon which followed in 1989. They were built at the NedCar factory in Born, the Netherlands and were only offered with front-wheel drive.
They shared many components with the earlier Volvo 480 coupé, including floorpan, front and rear suspension, engines from Renault, transmissions, and braking systems.
Design and styling
The Volvo 440/460 Series models were designed to fit in below Volvo's bigger saloon and estate cars as a replacement to the 340/360 Series, to compete with the likes of the Ford Sierra.
Development of the 440/460/480 started in 1978, as part of the "Galaxy Project" which was to create two lines of front-wheel drive cars to replace the 300- and 200-series. The smaller line was called G1, while the larger G2 was to become the new Volvo 850. The first G1 mule, designed by Jan Wilsgaard and called the G4, was completed in September 1980 and looked largely identical to the finished Volvo 440. The G1 project was split into three branches, the G13 becoming the 480, the G14 the 460, and the G15 the 440. In 1982, the entire project was sold by Volvo to Volvo Car B.V. in the Netherlands (the successor company to DAF), who started work on the 480 coupé version. As was Volvo's tradition, a new line of cars was always introduced with the most expensive and lowest selling model first, allowing Volvo time to iron out any problems before starting volume production.
The 480 had a lot of problems in its first year of production, and the Dutch office did not have the manpower to complete the G15 (440). A lot of the work was thus subcontracted to two English companies. With the project being shifted to the Netherlands, then partially shifted to England, and further held up by the troubled gestation and initial production of the 480, the 440 looked rather dated by the time it was introduced. While the actual design is credited to Peter van Kuilenburg, Gothenburg had laid down a lot of design provisions since this was to be a volume product for the company, and the final result looked near identical to Wilsgaard's 1980 design. A station wagon was never offered, to avoid competing directly with the larger 240 and 740 wagons. This did not stop independent suppliers ASC and Heuliez from designing station wagon models and presenting them to Volvo, while the Dutch company Toncar sold a bolt-on conversion which replaced the 440's tailgate with an add-on station wagon structure.
First generation 400 series cars resemble the bigger 940, whilst the facelifted example bore a resemblance to the Volvo 850 to increase sales. The interiors of the 400-series variants were designed by British Volvo designer Peter Horbury.
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Common Ford F460 problems
Based on the information from the sources provided, common problems with Ford 460 engines include:
- Timing Cover Leaks: Potential leaks in the timing cover can occur, which may require attention to prevent oil seepage.
- Oil Cooler Failure: The Ford 460 engine can experience oil cooler failures, which can impact engine performance and longevity.
- Rear Main Seal Leaks: Owners have reported issues with rear main seal leaks, which can lead to oil leaks and potential engine damage if not addressed promptly.
- Water Pump Failure: Water pump failures have been noted as a common problem with the Ford 460 engine, affecting the cooling system's efficiency and potentially causing overheating.
These problems highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any signs of issues to ensure the longevity and performance of Ford 460 engines.
What is a Ford 460 engine worth?
This veteran engine can also be found in motor home, marine, and even stationary industrial applications and has been electronically fuel injected since 1987. The going price for complete motors varies by condition, but we've heard they go for as little as $200.
What year did 460 have the most power?
The first generation was introduced in 1968 and was produced until 1972, this had an Autolite four-barrel carburetor and made 365 horsepower and 485 pound-feet of torque. This is the most powerful of all of the 460s. In 1972 Ford reduced the compression ratio in an effort to get better fuel economy out of the engine.
How many liters is a 460 Ford engine?
7.5 liters
The 460 Ford engine has a displacement of 7.5 liters or 459 cubic inches.
How much torque does a 460 Ford have?
Introducing The Ford 460 Big Block Engine
The Ford 460 first came out in the 1968 Lincoln Continental and was added to Mercury vehicles in 1972, and the Ford full-size cars along with trucks starting in 1973, making 365 hp and 485 lb. -ft. of torque at the flywheel.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Ford F460 years
We have researched Ford problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Ford F460 cars and compiled the top 1 most problematic Ford F460 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Ford F460 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Ford F460 years
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Ford F460 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Ford F460 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Power train problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Ford F460 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Ford F460 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Ford F460 vehicles.
List of Ford F460 complaints
Ford F460 1997
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-21
- Date Complaint: 1999-10-14
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING IN FIRST OR SECOND GEAR, VEHICLE DEACCELERATES. IN ADDITION, WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF OF GAS PEDAL, VEHICLE DIES OUT. *AK
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