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I have 2006 MINI Cooper. Recently I had to replace the window regulator on the driver's side. However since it has been replaced neither of the electric mirrors work. I have checked all fuses and all appear...
I have a weird problem with the left-rear indicator on my 2009 Renault Clio. Every time I use the left indicator, it clicks and flashes (on the dash) too fast, and the left-rear bulb is not flashing. However,...
My daughter owns a 2004 Renault Clio, with the 1.4 16V engine. She bought the car from an independent trader and it has been back several times already. It still has some warranty left. The problems surround...
The electric windows have stopped working on the driver's side in my 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. I have checked fuse 20 as per the manual but there is no fuse there. Further research suggests it may be fuse 35...
My 11 year old BMW 525 has done 166,000 miles and is regularly serviced, but has now developed an intermittent fault which prevents the car firing up. It seems to have been a waste of time to replace the...
The flasher repeater on the offside external mirror is not working on my 2010 Ford Focus estate. How do I fix it?
Why does the battery on my Peugeot 306 go flat when the car is left with nothing running? The battery has been checked and it's fine.
I own a Peugeot 308 SW, which has covered 57,000 miles. Last week the odometer reading suddenly jumped to 94,000 miles. Is this a known fault on this model and what is the best way to correct it? ...
When driving the rev counter drops to zero and the red oil light flashes though engine still running. Checked oil levels which are ok. After switching off and starting again its ok until driven about 500...
I purchased a used (previously two owners) Nissan Note 10 days ago. It is now showing odd problems. The battery saving 'lights off function' suddenly failing and lights full on. The air con switch is also...
 

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