December 2004
i have got a 97 citroen xantia and am looking to put a new stereo in, only problem is that the current stereo is set behind panelling, can anyone tell how i would go about fitting a new stereo or would i need to ask a professional
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It is interesting to see that discounts are now available on the new Focus at autobytel.co.uk. However, there are still none to be had at drivethedeal.com.
There is better news from drivethedeal.com on the new C5, however, as they now have some very good discounts on the revised versions. Read more
I can't see any details of the new Focus on their web site, HJ. Does one have to contact them for details?
When you say look at how much car you get for the discounted price, I assume that some dealers include extras that others don't, or are you referring to something else?
Been having problems with my 1995 1.5 diesel 106 not starting from cold. Was working fine and then one day it took 5 or 6 goes to get it started. Once it had started it was fine for the rest of the day. By chance it was due in for a full service & MOT later in the week so hoped that the service would cure it.
On the service the peugeot mechanics picked up a leak on the diesel cut off solenoid. They replaced it and everything worked fine for a day. Following day the problems returned.
Took it back and they decided that it might be the heater plugs. They replaced them (said one was completely shot at) and everything was fine again for a couple of days until the problem returned. Only has problems starting first time for the day - starts fine for the rest of the day. Engine idle speed varies when first started and sometimes the engine accelerates on its on when cold.
Eventually discovered that priming the fuel system gives much better results when starting. So I'm assuming there is an air leak in the fuel system somewhere.
Not sure where to go next as has already cost me about £500 for parts, labour, service and MOT on a car thats worth £1000 tops.
Any suggestions....
Nick Read more
Is it an easy job replacing the filter housing and how much would a second hand part cost aprox?
Thanks.
At
www.alldata.com/
there's a treasure trove of technical bulletins listed and available for a modest subscription fee.
Anyone with an MB 104 engine of 3.2 litres may be interested in
www.alldata.com/TSB/35/95359221.html
18_045 NOV 95 Oil - Engine Oil Capacity Reduced
which apparently specifies a reduction of oil capacity from 7.5 litres (as per handbook) to 7 litres to avoid problems with oil seals and leaks. Perhaps this eases or eliminates the 100k head-gasket problem reported by HJ in the Car-by-Car Breakdown. Read more
agreed, i subscribed for my v70 really is a wealth of good info
I have a 51 reg BMW 320d saloon 150BHP with 74k on the clock. Recently, since changing both rear tyres (fronts are dunlops, rears are Goodyear), I've noticed the back-end is very floaty and will break-away at the slightest thing. The BMW garage can't find anything wrong, but they've suggested getting the wheel alignment done. Does anyone here have any idea what might be wrong? Thanks in advance.... Read more
Yep- sorry- mis read that.
Hi all, I have a pug 306 and the gear stick is very wobbly. It goes into gear find but you can move it left about 1/2 inch and right about 1/2 inch. It doesn't cause a problem just veru annoying! Is there anything I can do to tighten it. Thanks. Read more
thanks for the help, i will give it a go. hopefully it won't turn into an pig of a job.
I'm in love with my friend's Citroen XM Mk-II 3.0 V6 24V Auto. It's for sale and can be mine for 7000 Euro. I'm especially overwhelmed with its ride comfort that even a facelifted C5 simply cannot deliver.
It's got 78k on the clock, full history, manufactured in 1998 (Mk-II). Heated leather (even in the back!), climate control, electric (!) armrest plus comfort, comfort and comfort written all over it.
OK, its V6 is quite thirsty, but very quiet and refined - no vibrations whatsoever. Reliability ? Uhhmm... Who cares, I want a magic carpet ride and I want it now :) Read more
Mark
That would be a great project for an enthusiast.
If Phil doesn't have it I would suggest your neigbour puts it on the Andyspares site.
www.andyspares.com/discussionforum/faq.asp
Hugo
ps - do you have another neigbour with a TDi 200 Discovery on his driveway on te same terms :)
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I hope that makes it clearer. You may comment if you wish. We'll discuss it a bit and I'll take note of any valid comments. Then it will all get deleted and this will remain.
Mark. Read more
the only places with free speech in this country are parliament and speakers corner in Hyde park
otherwise you are always open to liable and defamation, incitement, etc charges
Now if the server was owned by an off shore company, in a dodgy third world nation, and the servers were also similarly sited, and anyone who posted spoofed their IP address, then you would be close to a site for free speech, whether you would like it or not is another question
A friend bought a 51 plate Almera 1.6 with aircon and 34k on the clock last week. I suspect he paid over the odds for it. I'd be interested to know whether he did so because of some reason known only to himself, or whether all the cars at this particular showroom are over the odds.
To avoid any flavour of bias, I won't yet reveal what he paid, or where the car was from. Could you let me know what he ought to have paid? This is purely for my interest, and for me to know that I am right (!) - I shan't be letting him know, as he is happy with the car so far.
Thanks,
O Read more
Orson,
Trade sales have a new shape 1.5s 3 door with Aircon, 15k on the clock for £4,999.
Carse
Any help on this is greatly appreciated ..... It's winter and i have no heating.
I have a Renault Laguna RT 1995(N). Approximately 30 seconds after turning the ignition on, my climate control displays 'service'. The air conditioning does't work, nor do the fans.
Thinking it was due an air con service, I contacted a Renault dealer and explained the fault. The dealer suggested that it probably wasn't an air con service but something else.
I have checked my (well used) Haynes manual but it fails to provide any useful information, apart from 'consult your Renault dealer etc ....'.
Has anyone any ideas please?
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Problem solved ... a loose wire in the connector which plugs in the bottom of the heater blower!
Thanks for the help elekie@a/c doctor & aprillia.
Browse
'The best car make for breaking plastic bits has to be Rover.'
Could be right-I don't know, but I do agree that the worst car make for breaking plastic bits is Citroen.
Regards