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My Renault Megane Dynamique has done 28,000 miles and one rear wheel bearing has had to be replaced, as the other does now. Is this normal?
Whilst driving my car I get a horrible whining noise coming from the front near-side area of my car. My initial thought was the bearings but I can't find anything to indicate that it is. Any suggestions?
I have a funny whirring sound coming from my 2005 Saab 9-3 1.9 TDI's engine. Any ideas as to what it is?
I have a 2007 Ford Fiesta, and the bearings and ABS ring have gone on the passenger side rear wheel. Do you have any idea what this will cost to be fixed?
I recently bought a 2001 1.4 Ford Focus. I was told the near side rear wheel bearing was shot. I've tried to get the hub off, but it seems to be welded on there. Any ideas?
I'm getting a grinding noise from my 2008 Toyota Corolla Verso. I don't think it's the engine as the grinding/rubbing noise does not relate to engine revs and is entirely absent when driven slowly, or...
I have a 52-plate Ford Focus, but there is a whirring sound when you drive it. I've had the four wheel bearings replaced but the sound is still there. I've even tried it with the clutch in or out, but...
Your column has previously commented on the known ball bearing problems with gearboxes in the 2005 Honda Jazz. Having taken it to main dealer with problem in June 2010, Honda authorised full repair with...
I have 2002 Mondeo 1.8 petrol with 72,000 miles. Recently, an intermittent clattering has developed from the engine. In addition, whether related or unrelated, the starter motor has been a little temperamental....
I bought a car from private buyer and drove home. Within 30 miles of starting the journey home (80 miles) a bearing collapsed and tore off the back wheel - it was only MoT'd on April 26 2010. Where do...
 

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