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I have just changed the indicator stalk on my Mercedes-Benz A-Class and the ESP and BAS lights have come on. Does this normally happen? Or have I put the connector on the wrong way around? Indicators...
I refer to the problem of the hesitancy associated with the VW DSG gearbox and the danger this causes when pulling out of road junctions and entering islands. I know you have covered this subject before...
Can you advise me where to find the engine identification number on a Ford Fiesta 1.2 R-reg?
Just had 23H9 VW Passat injector recall done at Local VW dealer, after a couple of weeks and long distance runs DPF and engine management lights lit up. Is there any possible link between the newly replaced...
My wife puchased an 08 reg BMW 318i last September. The engine sometimes misfires. I read on your website and in a letter in today's paper that the 2.0-litre 4 cylinder petrol engine is prone to injector...
At the moment I am being subjected to disturbing fumes that enter the cabin whenever the heater is operated. I have had the exhaust checked and that is OK. Mileage is 87000. Could you suggest possible...
My Voyager suffers from wheel wobble uneven tyre wear and noisy suspension. Is 4 wheel allignment at approx £90 worthwhile?
I have a 03 Leon 1.4 petrol. Yesterday the engine warning light (Diagnosis/warning of excess pollution) came on. All the time, not flashing. There also seems to be a lack of power and the engine rumbles...
Is there a recall on Passat 56-plate? And what can I expect from my local VW centre?
My Instruction Manual say's that the Timing belt should be changed at 70K miles. My Skoda Dealer now tells me that this has been changed and the belt should be changed after 3 years even though the car...