Most recently answered technical issues questions
I got my Peugeot 406 2.2 diesel coupe ECU remapped in October. It didn’t run very well at all until I cleaned all filters. Now she will run 100% for about 3 weeks then the filters will clog up again. What...
My BMW 3-Series has a rusty dipstick with black stuff on it. I was told when I bought the car that this was a quirk of BMW 3-Series but two years down the road it is much worse. I have to go on a long...
I swapped my 2004 MG Rover for a 2002 FIAT Stilo 1.8 16v Dynamic. The thing is I’ve been completely ripped off. I was told by the seller that there was only a problem with the exhaust and at times the...
I own a 2004 Toyota Avensis, and have had trouble-free motoring since I bought it new. A couple of weeks ago the ignition failed completely, the key just turned in the barrel. This was a mechanical problem,...
Your list of cars the other week that use the unreliable Teves Mk60 ABS part included the Mazda3. I am about to purchase a new Mazda 3 and the dealer can't tell me whether the new Mazda 3 is still fitted...
Apparently, BMW E46 2.0 litre turbo diesels are prone to turbo trouble. Could you kindly elaborate upon this by stating what these are, how they manifest themselves and under what circumstances they would...
I have a Passat estate three years old. There is a drumming noise possibly from the rear of the car, mainly at speeds between 50 and 60 mph. My service mechanic does not think its a bearing, could be tyres,...
My regularly serviced 2005 1600cc Ford Focus automatic has never given a high mileage per gallon - usually about 28-31mpg for short and medium journeys although better on a long journey. Lately this has...
I spent £4,000 at an Alfa dealer in 2009 fixing problems with my car. The gearbox was whining and needed replacing, so it was suggested I replace the clutch at the same time. When I received the car back...
I have a 1996 Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 petrol and when it gets warm it starts juddering. It does not do it when cold, only when warm. Someone told us it could be the temperature sensor. Please could you tell...
Elsewhere on 
