Hi, ive got a 1998 1.2 petrol clio which has intemittent starting issues. Ive read many posts on this site with the same problem but with different engines etc. Basically the engine cranks over fine on the starter, but when the problem occurrs the engine shows no attempt of starting. After three or four attempts the engine usually fires up. Ive read some posts on this website which recommend replacing the CTS (coolant temp sensor, however this was on a car with the older dizzy type ignition system) and flywheel sensor (Which was off a car wit a 16v engine). As the engine in my car is only 8 valve with a distribuitor-less ignition system i dont know if these parts would cause the same faults. When the engine is running it has plenty of power, no signs of fuels starvation or missfiring. I have also heard of problems with the immobilliser unit, i found this on the car, situated next to the interior light. The immobillisecircuit board did look corroded, however the engine started even when i unplugged the immobliser circuit board, so obviously my immobilliser seems to have no use. Any help would be appeciated.

Ta

Mr. Wolf Read more

Hi
The clock still works, but as it is not lit (at all) it is almost impossible to read.
How do I either repair this irritating fault, or replace. How is it acessed or removed.
The manuals I have been able to examine are not of any use for this.

Thanks for your help

Adrian Read more

Have done 32k miles and still under warranty. After inspection and hearing the loud noise my local VW dealer has said it's the dualmass-flywheel and if the clutch has caused the problem to it then the fault is not covered by the warranty, as the clutch is only under warranty for 6 months. Can this be true, surely clutches don't wear out at such a low mileage? Is it worth me getting someone independent to also take a look, such as the AA? Has anyone else had a similar problem? Read more

Why does my 318i Touring E46 47k miles 2005 handle so poorly(twitchy)? I have to correct the steering for every little bump on normal roads making driving tiring. On the motorway things only improve on the new 'smooth' surface. This has always been the case, not just started happening. I must say I haven't tried a heavy loading. Also I find it underpowered in low revs (below 2500rpm) compared with my Astra 1.6 16v estate 2001 127kmiles.
All comments appreciated
WBD Read more

It's a question. Enough snow falls to needs a plough to keep the roads passable; does the driver connect up the apparatus and go for a drive as normal? Does he keep the truck engine on the rev limiter and drift round roundabouts? Where does he learn his technique? Do Highways Departments ship out loads of lucky trainees to Finland or Austria?

Anyone care to guess; anyone know for sure? Read more