January 2011
Hi all - new to the forum so thanks in advance for reading about the problem!
I've just purchased a 2002 1.6 vvti Corolla, and it has started to make a sort of grinding or rattling noise when in gear only. On start-up in neutral the car sounds normal, clutch pedal pressed or not. But as soon as I drive and get to 3rd, 4th and 5th gear there is a rattling sound coming from the engine area. It is definitely mechanical ie not wheel bearing related, and the noise disappears as soon as I press the clutch when I’m driving. The noise seems to be more apparent in 4th and 5th gear at around 30 to 40mph, but I think it may be there whenever I am not pressing the clutch and I have a feeling that the noise may be just quieter and hidden under engine noise in lower gears.... Read more
My mother in law drives an '09 plate Hyundai i20 (which she loves). However recently with the cold weather she has had ice forming on the INSIDE of the windscreen. Now, I have not quizzed her about the air-con being on/ off etc, but clearly she shouldn't have to defrost the inside of the windscreen as well. Any thoughts or suggestions?? Thank.. Read more
Yes it happens - the moist outside air condensing on the cold aircon element in the heater housing, evaporates after car stopped, goes up the demist trunking and condenses on the cold screen.
The remedy is to turn off the aircon a mile or so before stopping, turn the heater to maximum to dry out the aircon element and shut the heater system down. ...
Hi All,
I'm after some advice on the poor starting on my Pug 106 1.5 Diesel. The car has 163,000 miles on it (nicely run in!!) and it has recently developed a cold start issue. When it has been stood overnight it will turn over firing on 1 cylinder and one by one the other 3 will follow suit.... Read more
My 106 1.5d 1999 has same starting symtoms/problems.. After mucking about I discovered problem was air in the fuel system. On my motor I discovered a 2" length of clear fuel line just after the fuel housing. After cleaning the muck off I noticed air bubbles. And just before the prime hand pump, another good length of clear fuel line with again, bubbles. In my case, problem may sit at the connection on the tank pick up (fingers crossed). But its handy to know if you can have a visual on the fuel line. I also have the immobiliser pickup issue but havn't got round to replacing it. Have had car for 10 yesrs with immobilser problem for 9!
hi ya,
just wondering if anyone could give me any advice regarding my car radio.... Read more
my radio would not come on we have the code but not sure how to put it in
Example given is for a CAR400 model stereo, but the proceedure is the same for most Vx stereos....
Hi to all,
My 306 smokes quite a but when under load.
It's hard to tell what colour it is through the rear window but if ever there is a car behind me with their lights on I can normally drench them in smoke! I think it's black smoke...
Service wise other than coming up for an oil change everything is new, belts, filters, everything!
It started though after a recent cambelt change. The old belt was very slack and the new one (Inc rollers) made a very noticeable difference in performance, a slight one in mpg and the engine even sounds more like a diesel!
it does around mid 40's mpg wise.
It all seems like a very healthy engine but, it smokes so much under load!!
Any ideas? Read more
my peugeot comes out with loads of black smoke wen it goes ova 2000 revs
Hi my peugeot 307 is hard to start in the cold the pre-heat light is only staying on for a split-second and it stalls straight away, it takes about 3 attempts of trying to start with a bit of throttle before it will go any ideas? i was thinking glow-plugs Read more
I can fix you problem. It can cost about 60-120 pounds
My wifes Merc has just started cutting out or just will not start.It starts if given a blast of easy start but this is not a solution.It may cut out after 5 minutes or it could run for a week without any trouble.When the problem occurs the clear plastic fuel pipe from the filter to the high pressure valve is just a constant stream of bubbles.I have replaced the filter and seals but the connector which connects the pipe to the filter is a pathetic flimsy plastic clip and only seems to seal if you push on it.At the moment it is held down tight with a couple of cable ties which seem to work ok, but I would appreciate comments from anyone who has or has had the same problem. Read more
'to see if there are any leeks in the pipes'
Here we go again! (see similar threads from Whatdowepayourroadtaxfor
8 Dec 2008)
EVERY time any service garage changes the oil filter, the message " anti polution fault" appears when I drive away, the engine management light stays on, the car goes into "slow" mode (max 3000rpm, then later it's allowed full revs but still with fault on), the engine 'runs on' after switch off, and the garage guy says "..just give it a long hard run and it'll be OK..."!... Read more
Intermittent ABS fault mentioned now resolved.
See my other posting on 406 abs fault.
I brought a brand new Santa fe 7 seater at the end of november last year. I do alot of motorway milage and noticed that the cruise control did not work. I took it back to the dealer for repair. They were unable to repair it as they are waiting for a fix from hyundai.
I know of other people that have the same issue and are still waiting. What are my options as having cruise control was part on list of items i wanted? Read more
I am in a similar situation and am at the point of involving a solicitor. I have had a new control unit fitted to the car and it has been back into the Hyundai dealer twice subsequent to this. There is obviously a problem that they cannot rectify and, therefore, must offer a suitable solution.
I will post my progress on this matter, meanwhile I would be interested to hear further from people who have already started legal action.
Hi
When I slow down, my Honda has a tendency to back fire. It doesn't do it all the time though. I have recently had my bike serviced but it still does it. Any ideas?... Read more
I get it started and get into the grass and after a couple minutes when encountering thicker stuff it will bog a bit and backfire through the carb
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Gearbox will need to come off to see what needs doing, as its possibly a gearbox bearing as well as clutch release bearing needs attention (complete clutch replacement needed)...