February 2011
Hi guys , looking for some help there are terrible fumes in the cabin they are like crankcase fumes checked the exhaust it was ok no leaks, no oil leaks,air filter was clean would changing the oil and filter be of any benefit there are no loose or punctured breather pipes the car runs as sweet as a nut i would be obliged for any help
The distributor hall sensor does not switch when connected to the engine. When I slowly hand turn the engine the voltmeter at the correct ignition switch amplifier terminals just shows a flat 10v. The rotor arm moves normally. If I disconnect the distributor from the engine and turn the rotar arm then the hall sensor does switch in the correct fashion, 4 times a revolution.... Read more
I've criticised garages in the past., so to be fair I should record my appreciation of good service.
I have a 59 reg Mondeo 2.0 TDCI which I like very much. I bought it as an ex Ford Direct car, but from a dealer who goes to their auctions but does not sell it as Ford Direct.... Read more
I am now thinking of my next car. I would like to try a diesel now but they all come with a DPF. I know that DPF tends to be very problematic and the repair costs are high. This might not cover the fuel savings made by driving a diesel vehicle. I do not cover that many miles per annum (7k), my driving is mixed (50/50, urban and motorway).
Will driving a diesel be ok for me?... Read more
At 7k miles pa you're using around 200 gallons of petrol vs 170 gallons of diesel if you are getting 35mpg vs 42mpg. This is about £180/yr difference.
Most diesels are a group or two higher for insurance than their bhp-similar petrol versions....
I have just purchased a 2009 Ford Focus 1.8 (Petrol) the car engine reaches operating temperature after about 3 minutes diving approx 1 mile. Is this normal? it seems to happen far too quickly. Once its reaches temperature it stays firmly on 90 degrees C. Anyone Know anything about this? Read more
We have a 2009 1.6 petrol Focus and this is exactly the same, it gets up to temp after not much more than a mile...
Hi,
I would like to hear from anyone who has experienced a KIA Sorento Manual Gearbox failure between 2003 and present date.
Many thanks,
Peter P
(peterk@talktalk.net) Read more
I have a hissing sound coming from the brake pedal area fo a 2004 v70 2.4 diesel. When the brake pedal is gently applied the sound goes but soon returns. any ideas on what it could be? Read more
that would be a leaky brake servo. You need to get the car to a garage before it fails completely.
Hi all
Had a strange one today. Drove my 306 back from work pretty fast and when I got home cooling fan remained on at full pelt for about 15 minutes after I'd stopped and switched off the ignition.... Read more
There is an earthing point attached to a bolt on top of the gearbox.Make sure any cables haven't come adrift/broken away.hth
There seems to be confusion over whether or not one has to declare if a car has been damaged requiring paintwork or repair work following accident...I have been told it is only recorded against the car reg number etc, if it is serious ? what is serious other than a write off....which I understand has to be recorded against that vehicle..could you explain position...on lesser damage such as requiring panelwork or new bumper or the like. Read more
Cars owned by large companies are often insured 3rd party or TPF&T only
Big bash and car is sold at auction. Can be repaired but this will not appear on the Insurance based write-offs as insurer did not pay out - Company takes the hit.
Its the Ford Fiesta clone. P Reg, 1.3, Auto, my wifes car, 47k miles
Have a draining battery, from full to empty in a week when sat on the drive. This is the second time in 4 weeks. The car is not used much, but we have had it for 2 years and this has just started happening.... Read more
According to my wife.. breaking news.. the tailgate switch has stopped working and the radio had lost its stations the last time she drove it, which was last saturday.
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You were spot on Faxo i replaced both hoses today , problem solved, thanks again Faxo