November 2010
I have an odd heating problem that has just suddenly stated. The AC is fine but I only get mild warm heat on max setting for drivers side. On Passenger side it is only cold regardless of temperature settings. Radiator level is normal. Can anyone help? Read more
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one back caliper sticks on after the handbrake has been on, mainly in cold weather as now, no problems when braking is this a caliper fault or somethng else... Read more
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Just had the RAC chap out as the car would not start.... Read more
Basic rule of thumb - Do not mix anti-freezes of different colours....
Hi, my ford fiesta mk5 rear heated screen doesn't work but the light on the switch comes on, can you help? Cheers Read more
Open the boot lid, and have a look at the 'copper contacts' on the lower part of the 'boot sill', they may need cleaning. Try this first, and see if it cures the issue.
98 mazda 323f. my car keeps losing power (lights dimming, radio turning off etc...) and the only warning light i get is the airbag warning. does anyone know what could be causing this.? i turn off my heater and pretty much everything else and it seems to run ok again. it starts no prob in mornings Read more
I would suggest you get the charging and battery systems checked.The alternator drive belt may not be tensioned correctly.hth
Does anybody know where i can get hold of the rubber stoppers on the locating points of the parcel shelf that hold it in position as i have seem to have managed to loose both of them on mine. any help would be appreciated.
Teresa Read more
Hello Teresa.
We have got some stoppers for our kitchen unit doors from B&Q They might fit.
I expect many of you will know what it`s like to spend any amount of time in a garage with concrete floors when it`s below freezing.
Does anyone know of winter footwear suitable for insulating feet from cold concrete floors and frozen ground?... Read more
Well, it’s amazing. The miracle has been done. Hat’s off. Well done, as we know that “hard work always pays off”, after a long struggle with sincere effort it’s done.
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vernon
Parking Sensors
Sorry,duplicated accidentally. Read more
Can I claim my money back from a main car dealer for charging me for fitting unecessary parts that did not need fitting ? My car is not under any warranty, but I explained the symptoms of the fault and £400 later it still was not fixed. In the end I told them what needed doing (after my own research on the internet) which solved the problem ! Why did they not diagnose the battery in the first place ?
I feel totally despondent now and feel conned good n proper, also are they legally obliged to provide paperwork for ALL parts fitted (albeit some FOC as i created a scene)....I have reported them to Trading Standards. Read more
I'm afraid that it's how the industry works these days.
There are very few 'mechanics' out there now, just a lot of 'fitters'. The problem is especially noticeable with main dealers....
car cut out without warning and wont start i have no ignition light except the battery and oil light which are on permanetly even with no key in
i have checked the fuses and seem to be ok... Read more
Sounds like you`ve found the problem.Usually when faults appear straight after something`s been changed there`s a link.
You will need to remove all the connectors from the main plastic block and fit individual connectors making sure all connections are secure with no bare wires touching.Then check the fuse box and replace any blown fuses with the correct amperage fuse .
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Most common problem on these with heating issues is a fault with the electric heater duo valve.This sits right down low on the front subframe.Access is tricky on the v8.These also suffer with water pump impellor failures but this usually shows as an overheat situation.hth