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I have noticed diesel fuel leaking from my Nissan X-Trail. I've jacked the car up and it looks like the leak is coming from an overflow pipe on the diesel pump. When I start the car there’s no leak, but...
I recently sought your advice regarding my Vauxhall Corsa 2001 Easytronic. The problem is that it drives quite well but will suddenly lose power and come to a standstill, with an F displayed on the dash....
I see that several companies are offering the removal of the diesel particulate filter system for the Volkswagen Passat, followed by a remap as a practical solution to DPF problems. Would you recommend...
I ran low on fuel recently in my Volkswagen Bora, but now my car won’t start. I called the RAC, who sprayed Easy Start and changed the crank shaft sensor, but the glow plug lights will not go out on the...
I've got a Ford Fiesta, but can't lock the rear doors. Any suggestions?
What is the recommended mileage to change the cam belt on a 2009 Volvo V50 1.6d DRIVe estate? My car has covered 94,000 miles, but I understand the plastic rollers and water pump should be changed as...
My 2010 Porsche Cayman S will be three years old in several days time and so earlier this week I had JCT600 in Newcastle carry out an 'end of warranty check' and give it an MOT. While it was in the garage...
Wonder if you can give me some advice on my Yaris 1.4 D4D oil consumption. It has just had its second consumption test and has used 1.4L of oil in just under 2,000 miles which the dealer says is perfectly...
I recently bought a second car and on my receipt it states three months warranty. On contacting the dealer he now says it is on major components only, I didn't receive a booklet or small print on the warranty....
Just organised a holiday in France to discover that the oil light in my Ford Focus (2001) flashes every now and again - usually if I need to brake heavily. I added a litre of oil two weeks ago and checked...
 

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