Slipping clutch on Honda Civc 2.2 D - would you reommend also getting DMF replaced?

I have a 2007 Honda Civic 2.2 diesel that has just passed 70,000 miles. The clutch has started slipping in higher gears, and I have been told this needs to be replaced. Is it worth getting the DMF replaced...

What is a dual mass flywheel?

Please clarify two points for me. Exactly what is a dual mass flywheel, and is it something to be regarded as a potential future bill, like belt driven cams? Secondly, what does the term 'common rail...

Can I expect DPF and dual mass flywheel problems on my Subaru Outback?

I have a 2010 Subaru Outback Boxer diesel which has covered 23,000 miles. I had planned to keep it for a further two years but due to the possibility of problems with the DPF, dual mass flywheel and the...

I hired a Vauxhall Insignia diesel which developed a fault - who is liable?

I recently hired a Vauxhall Insignia diesel. I drove about half a mile and then parked the car for about an hour. When I came back to the car, I started it up again and drove about 50 yards before I noticed...

Does my BMW have a dual mass flywheel?

Can you tell me if my 2005 E90 BMW 320d has a duel mast flywheel or not, I reckon I need a clutch but am getting conflicting information and MASSIVELY varying quotes from different garages ?

Does the Skoda Yeti have a dual mass flywheel?

I've been reading about the problems with dual mass flywheels on diesel cars, but had thought it was only manual models that were susceptible. However, I've since heard that automatics can also be affected....

Does the Volvo XC70 diesel have a DPF, dual mass flywheel and EGR?

I am contemplating the purchase of a 2004-2007 Volvo XC70 automatic diesel. Were these vehicles fitted with DPFs, dual mass flywheels and exhaust gas recirculation valves? It will be my second car with...

Should we trade in our 100,000-mile Volkswagen Golf?

We own a 2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.9TDI automatic that has now done almost 100,000 miles. So far it has been relatively trouble-free, although it recently needed a new alternator and battery. Would you advise...

Can I expect my diesel Renault Laguna to develop expensive problems soon?

In 2009 I bought a new Renault Laguna 2.0dCi 150 Initiale 50 diesel automatic. Can you tell me whether it has a diesel particulate filter, dual mass flywheel or an exhaust gas recirculation valve fitted...

What is a dual mass flywheel?

I am not particularly mechanical so can you explain the difference between a dual mass flywheel and a standard flywheel, the advantages of using them (if any) and why they are used if they cause so many...