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I have a 2007 E90 BMW 3 series. I have speed bumps near my house and when coming down off the bump there is a suspension creaking noise from both sides of the front of car. Otherwise the car is quiet....
I am new to your website that came recommended from a friend. I own a Saab 93 2.2 TID and i have been having issues with the car over the last week. Whilst driving something flew off the back of a trailer...
The heater switch does not work proplery, only when on 4.
I am very pleased with my ix20 disel - 4 months old. However very occasionally (and never at the dealers), the engine under load sounds as though it is pinking. There is a tinkling sound from the engine...
I am confused by the ACEA grading: the handbook indicates B4 & Castrol & Mobil recommend an oil categorised as C3. Prof Google could not help [my innate stupidity, I fear] & Miller Oils ended with "cannot...
I have a Grande Punto. When I put it in 3rd it some times slips out, but not all the time. That is the only gear it does it in, went to the garage and they took it for a spin but it never did it and...
Why is a key fob called a PLIP, and what does it stand for?
My Corsa has failed drivers side indicators, front and back. I fitted new bulbs, checked all fuses, checked connections - all other lights working, headlights , brakelights near side indicators etc.
My 2006 Audi 1.9 tdi heating system is only blowing very mild warm air if warm at all.
I have problem with fan in my Xsara. Computer test shows that there is a radiator fan problem but the fan is working fine. It starts at 92C but at the same time STOP indicator comes up. I replaced...