Removing or repairing a Clifford alarm

I've got a Mk4 Golf with a Clifford alarm on. The booklet just calls it a Model 2. It was working fine but today, the keyfob unlocks and locks the doors but it doesn't disable the immobiliser so the...

Stalling Almera at low revs

I have a 1996 Nissan Almera 1.4 GL which has served me well for many years. It has now done 151,000 miles. Recently it has started to stall at low revs when the engine has warmed up. This usually happens...

DMF replacement rip-off

I think readers should be aware of what I consider to be a very questionable practice by my local Vauxhall dealer. I received a quote of £1310 to replace the DMF which included a new clutch. Warranty...

Should I change to a new car?

I hope you find this interesting and can help me understand my own numbers. I currently have 2003 Renault Scenic 1.6v Fidji, I've driven it since new and bought it off a friend at the end of 3 year lease...

Do superchargers get as hot as turbos?

Does your advice on turbo charged engines also apply to super charged engines? I am referring to leaving them idle for 10 seconds before driving off and leaving the engine idle for 30 to 120 seconds after...

New Mazda6 likely to have DPF issues?

I have owned a 2002 model Mazda 6 2.0 litre diesel for 96,000 miles. Never any trouble. I commute to work and use the car for business so almost every week I spend at least 2 hours on a motorway. So,...

Electrical issues after leaving a car for 10 weeks

My car (E39 BMW 5 Series) was parked up for about 10 weeks. Before I stopped driving it there were no problems. Now my indicators work outside the car but nothing showing on the dashboard or ticking noise....

Using the right oil to prolong DPF life

Please can you advise your readers to make sure the correct spec oil is being used in thier cars. I have a shiny 2012 Subaru Outback [Diesel]. Both the main dealer and the UK agents were unsure about...

Steering problem with a new car

I have a new Nissan Micra Acenta. I have only been driving it for three days. Yesterday I noticed that when I was driving on a very narrow windy country road. I braked when turning and the car veered...

Golf opens itself

Why does my central locking open by itself and at the same time electric windows also go down by themselves? This happens when car is locked and no one is near the car or keys This is on a mk4 Golf 1400.