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I've just bought a used (2004 model) Range Rover and heard beforehand about a simple fix to stop the battery draining every couple of days or so. I've had a "hedgehog" or "Porcupine" fitted in the heater...
My 2010 Vauxhall Astra has a service light issue which only comes on intermittently. The light stays on for an average of 1 minute. The problem is more frequent in the winter and wet weather. I have...
I have had a Fiat 500 1.4 lounge from new. Now experiencing major electrical problems. Warning messages on dash, oil light on, headlight light on. Tailgate light permanently on. Often engine cuts out...
I own Ford Galaxy 1.6 Titanium X (2012 model). It has suffered from battery drain since I bought it in 2013 and the problem has never been solved. Any idea what could be causing this?
The range on our 2013 Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T is hopelessly inaccurate. Even with a full tank of fuel, the display will say 90 mile range. Two franchised dealers have told us that there is no fault code...
The temperature gauge has stopped working in my 1995 Ford Fiesta. What is the most likely cause?
I am having trouble with my 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class. Sometimes when I turn on the ignition the electronics do not turn on and the car will not start when engaged. If I turn the key off and try again...
The windows on my 2012 MINI Cooper stopped working yesterday. However, after 90 minutes they started working again. This has never happened before. Can you offer any explanation?
I took delivery of a new Audi Q5 15 months ago; however, due to persistent problems with the driver's seat, the car was eventually replaced - I had to pay additional cost to cover wear and tear. The...
The external temperature display on my 2002 Citroen C3 gives the wrong reading. Even in these cold temperatures it is reading that the outside temperature is 30 degrees Celsius. Any tips on how to correct...