October 2005
Hi,
Never actually used them to be honest, but I discovered the front fogs have stopped working on my 1982 Granada. The relay mounted on the inner wing 'clicks' but there's no light! However I noticed that for a while when they were switched on, there sometimes was a delay and they came on 1 to 2 seconds later - could it be a sticky relay?
All other lamps including the aux driving lamps work fine but I'm not too good with electrics, so any pointers would be much appreciated!
The car will be going for it's mot soon, would it fail on non-working front fogs?
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1999 V Plate Passat Estate TDi Auto (Tiptronic) done 128K without starting problem until two days ago - now happened twice in two days on cold start up.
Problem is extremely fast revving for two/three seconds (basically as if I'd hit the accelerator a few times) then settles down and runs smoothly as usual. The revving up and down is much faster than could be done by blipping the throttle to the floor a couple of times. Given next service in 2K miles (about 5 weeks or so), is this worth worrying about or should I get it to a VW specialist ASAP?
Any comments appreciated......
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LC
If it's an AJM; one other thing that you could try, is a new engine coolant temperature sensor. There's been a rash of those failing lately.
Test drove a C4 1.6 Hdi (110) VTR 5 door hatch today. I had never driven a Citroen before, so I didn't really know what to expect.
I have to say it was a lovely drive. I was impressed that it didn't squeek or rattle, the driving seat was extremely comfortable and it took off like manure off a teflon shovel. It felt solid when I expected bits to fly off it as I drove down the road. There was no road noise! How did they do that? Also liked the idea of the fixed hub in the steering wheeel with radio and cruise controls.
Excellent kit for the money, and the final nail in the coffin (for my wallet) is that my missus liked it too, whereas she normally says "s'alright I s'pose"
What a funky looking motor, far funkier than the Focus and other Euro/Jap identikits
The showroom manager just gave me the key, no licence needed, no proof of ID.....and there was a packet of Trebor mints in a cubby hole, but I wasn't sure if he had counted them!
Anyone else driven one? Read more
I love the look of the C4 3 door. That comes from the owner of an original C5 (which I and the dealer admit hit several branches of the ugly tree, but is a delight to drive long distances).
Has anyone seen the new citroen lilac/purple colour? It makes Misty Lilac look like silver! But then park Misty Lilac next to silver. I quite like the off-silver colours as they are a little different when parked next to a boring silver car.
Ben
I'm looking for a table of tyre sizes v. rim diamter/width. What is permissable across a range of rim sizes, for example, changing a 195/65 to a 205/60 both on a 7J x 15.
Anyone know where I can find one on the web? I found one before, but I've spent a good hour looking and can't find it again.
Thanks,
El Dingo. Read more
I am looking for a car to replace our ageing XM diesel estate and have the chance to aquire a 2002 Laguna 2.2DCi estate fully loaded with sat nav and all the toys 50000miles full service history .It has just had new discs and tyres and is an ex lease car.What should I look out for ,I have taken it for a short test drive and everything seems to work as it should but not having had a Renault for many years I would apperciate any comments,
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The laguna in our car pool is the joke car!
Longest running problem is that the doors don't always lock and due to the area our Bristol office is in if the car is left unlocked it will be stripped.
A Renault with lots of goodies means lots of electrical items to go wrong - but if you like it you may be lucky
Hi,
I have put a deposit down on an ST200 Mondeo. ( I couldn't find an ST220 within my price range )
The car has Bluefin.
I've been told that this Bulefin reprogrammes the ECU to increase BHP by about 5%, quite how I dont know.
Does anyone have any experience of Bluefin. The fuel economy of the 2.5 Duratech isn't the worlds best, with Bluefin fitted are we talking gallons to the mile?
Is it reliable? Etc
TIA AdyBee... Read more
i have used the bluefin it is very easy and the result is an instant power boost,you can access all fault codes and immobelise the vehicle. a good bit of kit.fuel economy is no worse if you are not a boy racer.i have a new bluefin still in the box if you would like one, make me an offer.any other questions please ask!
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I'm nursing a few bruses after laughing at that one....
Wife was watching over my shoulder!
www.lidl.co.uk/gb/home.nsf/pages/c.o.20051031.index
I have no connection with Lidl but I see they are doing some car accessory offers starting tomorrow.
I think the car cover looks good value but not sure about it being held on the car by "elasticated edging".
Does anyone have experience of this - does it hold or would the wind just get underneath and lift it off? Read more
They're doing both types DD, you're not going mad!
my friends aerial has been vandalised on his peugeot 306, 'Y' reg which has the roof mounted type.
Question; can the roof base & aerial be bought without the cable, and then be connected to the existing cable. ( the routing of a new cable appears a nightmare )
Secondary, can the headlining & internal light cluster be easier removed to expose the aerial fixing.
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The base and aerial were brought
from the Peugeot main dealer for about £9.50. >>
Hope this helps
If you had brought it from GSF Car Parts it would have cost half.
Had a look at my sister in laws Punto today. Rear wiper not working and no water squirting either. Latter was a disconected pipe in the hatch but couldn't see anything obvious for the wiper not working.
When I turn the rear wiper switch I can hear a click from the motor but nothing happens. Anyone suggest what is might be please before I shell out on a new wiper motor for her. The fuse seems to be a common one for front and rear and the front ones are working OK so I've rules this out.
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Hi Halmer
It sounds like the corrosion has gone too far. It would still be worth a try to turn the spindle with the wiper motor on, possibly with pliers, as a final check. Also a quick check of the electrical contacts might be worthwhile. If still no go then I am afraid it is a new motor.
You will probably be able to pick one up on ebay, for a fraction of a new part. Search for parts for a Fiat Punto to see if anyone is breaking one or is a regular breaker. Sending a few email questions to sellers should turn one up fairly quickly. Recently my wife's Clio suffered a vandalised drivers door mirror, located one on ebay and it was delivered and fitted within 3 days!
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Roger
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If the relay for the fog lamps is mounted on the inner wing panel,then I would think they were not factory fitted,although the lamps themselves could be Ford aftermarket equipt.If this is a 4-pin relay check the power supply to pin 30 .This usually comes direct from battery positive.Aux front driving or fog lamps are not part of the Mot.Rear fog light is.