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My Citroen Xsara won't start. When I turn the key I just hear a click noise and no start after. However, sometimes it will go when I pump the throttle. I've bought a new battery, but the problems persist....
I am thinking of buying a 2010 Nissan Qashqai ntec with 36,000 miles and a full service history. The dealer wants £13,5000. What problems might I need to be aware of and are there suitable alternatives? I...
Are fault codes 01130 and 01276 common on the Volkswagen Golf?
My 2012 Ford Mondeo (39,000 miles) 140 TDCI is losing power under medium to hard acceleration. When accelerating from 1900rpm onwards the car intermittently dips 100 or so revs, at around 2100-2300rpm,...
One of our Land Rover Freelander 2 ignition keys does not recharge when driving and cannot be relied upon to open the car. We have asked our local dealer for help and they quoted £220 + VAT for a replacement...
I have a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate 220CDI, 2008 model. Recently, I have been experiencing problems with the automatic transmission, in that the car will not change gear as required. Typically when...
My parents purchased a Citroen C3 Picasso 1.6 HDi (DV6D) Exclusive back in September 2014 based on your review of the vehicle. My parents love the car however I have two questions to ask in regards to...
I have a new Fiat Panda 1.2 Easy. Within two miles of collection, I found gear changes to be difficult, with the clutch bite getting nearer and nearer the floor and eventually, with pedal hard down to...
My daughter's Seat Ibiza has continual problems starting after standing unused for only 2-3 days. We've been told repeatedly that the battery's fine and the current drain with ignition off is within acceptable...
My Citroen C4 (2004) makes a mechanical clatter noise when idling. Slight throttle opening gets rid of it, but the noise starts as soon as you return to idle. I have also tried switching off the ventilation...