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My 2014 Suzuki Swift has started to concern me as the amber oil warning light has started to come on. I have asked the main dealer for advice and they tell me that it is a service indicator as well as...
I have owned a Subaru Forester 2006 (non turbo) since new and it has been very reliable. I've noticed that the cam belt hasn't been changed since 57,000 miles - the current mileage is 152,000. Do I panic...
I have found our ideal car in the form of a used Skoda Rapid. However, before buying, I wanted your advice regarding the engine. -Is the 1.2 TSI any good? -Is it a cam belt or chain engine? -If it's a...
I've had my Toyota RAV4 diesel from new. It is well looked after and fully service. It has 118,000 plus miles and no obvious problems. As this is chain driven what should I do about water pump?
I had a coolant leak from the heater matrix on my Ford Focus and was informed it required replacement by our local Dealer who had serviced the car from new. I was interested in what had happened and asked...
We have owned a BMW 318i from new in 2010 and have covered just 15,000 miles in six years. We have experienced NOX and cam shaft sensor failure twice in the time that we have owned it - once in 2014 and...
How much will a DPF replacement cost for my 2010 Renault Grand Scenic?
My Fiat 500 Lounge is seven years old but has only covered 28,500 miles. Do I need to replace the cam belt?
My wife's seven year old Kia Picanto (24,000 miles) is having a belated cam belt change later this week by a Kia dealer. What else needs to be done at the same time?
I have a 2009 Ford KA that needs new two new front tyres, can you recommend the quietest tyres that would be suitable for this car? Also, is there anything in particular I need to be aware of with this...