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The key fob for my Range Rover P38 will not activate the central locking and the car will not start, it has been immobilised. I am not covered by any insurance policy or breakdown cover through RAC as...
Does the automatic transmission fluid in my 2009 BMW 318i saloon require changing at 100,000 miles, even though it purports to be a "lifetime" item? I'm looking to run the BMW for as long as possible and...
My Volvo S40 had a new DPF in 2014 and in December 2016 it needed a new ADM, EGR valve, and DPF cleaning. The engine system service costed £1250 and now an Anti-skid service required warning light has...
I have a Skoda Yeti 2.0-litre diesel, bought in March 2012 . The Skoda garage performed the software update to correct the Volkswagen diesel emissions issue. About 6 weeks since change the car has developed...
I have a 2006 1.4 Ford Fiesta and I've been told that the ABS module needs replacing. I've been quoted mega money to have a new one fitted. Is it possible to have mine sent away to be repaired instead...
My 2014 SEAT Alhambra has had a problem with the AdBlue warning light coming on regularly. Each time a warning said 'fill before 600 miles', I filled it. Even though it was completely full I got an orange...
My 2015 Peugeot 3008 clunks and appears to hop when turning out of my drive. No handling problems once underway and once the car is warmed up this problem goes away. Your input would be appreciated.
My Volkswagen Golf IV is 15 years old and the repairs are starting to rack up. I'll probably be in for £800 this year (new timing belt, sensors, fixing electrics etc) and the car's worth zilch. It runs...
My 2014 Nissan Note Tekna has developed a nasty suspension creaking sound. I understand from the Note drivers forum that this is an issue with 2014 Notes - front anti roll bar bushes are a known problem...
My Renault Kangoo 1.9d stopped and now won't start. I've got the ignition light but no glow plugs light on dash and it won't turn over. What can I do?