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Should I turn off the stop-start button on my MINI One, as most engine wear comes from stopping and starting?
I have just bought the additive called Diesel power 3 from Wynn's because my DPF is now doing it's job at around 120miles so i thought now is enough! So I bought that additive and my question is: A Ford...
My Skoda Superb SE is spoiled by hard ride on 17-inch wheels with 225/45 tyres. I've been advised to go for 225/50 tyres. Is this a good idea?
I have a one year old Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4-litre petrol. The ride is very bouncy at low speeds, and only better at above 50mph. What can I do? Tyre size 225-60-18, Dunlop SP Sport. I love the car,...
I have a Mondeo Titanium X Sport on 235/40 R19 tyres. What smaller rims would be OK with what winter tyres? Your help would be greatly appreciated.
My car needs its main body control/fusebox to be replaced and Mazda have quoted £1130 plus VAT - indeed I have ordered and paid for it and am now awaiting its delivery and installation. As it is made...
I have a 2003 Yaris and recently with all the rain we have just had the right hand rear floor has become flooded, I have inspected the door and hatch seals which both look OK. Do you have any solutions...
Can anyone tell me what SAE and EN on a car battery refers to? I need a 570 cca battery with 60 Ah (according to Peugeot) but have just bought a different battery which is apparently suitable (according...
I am experiencing clutch judder in my 1.6 petrol Astra in 1st, 2nd and reverse gear. The car has done 41K miles and is a '57 plate. I bought it last Friday and have a 3 month warranty with the local dealer. To...
I have a problem with my Audi A6 Allroad 2.5TDi. When I start the engine and try and go into gear all of the gear indicators on the dash light up, and the drive will not engage. The solution is to switch...
 

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